Quizzer Chris Hughes, star of the popular BBC and Channel 5 series Eggheads, has died aged 77, a statement on the programme's social media accounts has said. Hughes was one of several general knowledge experts who regularly appeared on the show, which saw members of the public take on the five so-called "Eggheads".

Eggheads star and quizzing expert Chris Hughes has died aged 77, with the BBC Two show's social media account confirming the sad news in an official statement online

Legendary quizzer Chris Hughes has died, the long-running quiz show has announced. A key member of the show's original line-up of quizzers and a Mastermind winner, Hughes was renowned for his excellent general knowledge prowess.

Eggheads star Chris Hughes has died at the age of 77 as the BBC quiz show confirmed his passing in a tribute to the "immensely talented" panellist.

Chris Hughes, known for his role on the quiz show Eggheads, has died. The quizzer's funeral will be held on March 14. Hughes, who was one the UK's greatest quizzers, joined Eggheads in 2003. He was part of the show until his death.

BBC Eggheads icon Chris Hughes has died at the age of 77. Tributes have been paid to the "great" quizzer who won Mastermind, International Mastermind and Brain of Britain. He passed away at his home in Crewe however his cause of death is yet to be confirmed.

Eggheads quizzer Chris Hughes dies at 77 as show pays tribute - The quiz show confirmed the news of Hughes death on Instagram on Thursday

Chris Hughes, who was a well-respected quizzing champion, has sadly died at the age of 77. The Eggheads star's sad death was confirmed by the official show account

Quizzer worked on show for 20 years and was also ‘best contestant’ on The Weakest Link, according to Anne Robinson