“‘HE WAS ONLY SECONDS AWAY FROM BECOMING THE VILLAIN OF THE SHOW.’” A contestant on The 1% Club found himself at the center of a storm after fans believed one small action could have changed the game for the £100,000 jackpot. Jason Duckett’s ear-touching gesture after a question reveal immediately caught viewers’ attention, with some accusing him of giving away the answer. The internet reacted instantly. But the full story was far different. Jason explained that he and his wife had already been eliminated, meaning the prize money was no longer within reach. The show later confirmed that a check of the situation found no evidence of cheating. A few seconds on screen. A wave of suspicion. And a £100,000 controversy that ended with a surprising twist.
A contestant on The 1% Club found himself at the center of a storm after fans believed one small action could have changed the game for the…