Duncan Norvelle Age, Wiki and Bio

Duncan Norvelle

Quick Info

ProfessionComedian
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth02/04/1958
Age66 years (died on 12, Dec, 2024)
BirthplaceHoton, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England
Date of Death12/12/2024

Bio/Wiki

Birth NameDuncan A. Norvelle
Other NameDuncan 'Chase me' Norvelle
Known forHis catchphrase ‘Chase me'

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 11" (180 cm)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolHumphrey Perkins High School, England
College/UniversityLoughborough College

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
HometownLoughborough, Leicestershire, England
Zodiac SignAries

Relationships & More

Sexual OrientationHeterosexual
Marital StatusSeparated
Partner/GirlfriendLinda Trevallion (Digital Creator)

Family

SpouseTina Hall (Divorced), Jane Lindsay (filed for divorce)
ChildrenSon - Jack (Jane Lindsay), Daughters - Sophie (from Tina Hall), Yasmine (from Tina Hall)

Career

OverviewDuncan Norvelle started his path in comedy at a young age, showcasing his talent for mimicry during school. After a brief tenure working in a menswear shop, he fully committed to pursuing a comedy career. His breakout came on ITV's variety show 'Saturday Royal,' where he became famous for his trademark catchphrase 'chase me.' Over the years, he hosted shows, released DVDs and albums, and performed across various notable stages, including the London Palladium.
Key Events
  • Became popular in the early 1980s on ITV with the camp persona.
  • Hosted the pilot of 'It's a Hoot,' which later became 'Blind Date'.
  • Participated in several noted TV shows such as 'Wogan', 'Surprise Surprise', 'The Bob Monkhouse Show', and 'Celebrity Come Dine with Me'.
  • Recovered from a stroke that affected him significantly, returning to the stage years later.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Duncan hailed from a middle-class background and showed a passion for comedy from an early age.
He had his first comedic success by winning £20 at a talent show while on vacation.
He changed his catchphrase from 'Chase Me, Go On, Chase Me!' to 'Push Me.'
He was part of a generation of comedians who honed their craft in men's clubs and variety shows before reaching TV fame.
Before his death, Duncan had been living with his partner Linda and their son in Leicestershire.