ITV The Chase's Shaun Wallace supported after career announcement

The Chase's Shaun Wallace has been supported as he shared a proud career update. The 64-year-old is renowned for his role as one of Britain's finest quizzers on the ITV game show.

Shaun has tested his wits against a new batch of contestants on the ITV show since 2009. Away from his work as a television personality, Shaun is a barrister.

He has taken to Instagram today to reveal it is a proud occasion for his career in law. He told his 89,100 Instagram followers: "These photos were taken on the 27th November 1984, the day I got called to the bar. Today is my 40th Anniversary as a barrister, one of the proudest and best achievements in my life."

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People took to the comments to wish Shaun well after the update. Karen said: "Many congratulations what an achievement." Yvonne commented: "Congratulations Shaun what a great achievement. My favourite chaser and a wonderful role model. Well done."

Ange commented: "Mr Wallace we are all proud of you" Rachel added: "A huge achievement in life" Angie posted: "Congratulations……. Truly inspirational."

Shaun Wallace spoke to the ECHO last year at the National Diversity Awards and said how much he always enjoys visiting Liverpool. He said: "I love this city and my brother's a big Liverpool FC fan so he's always up here."

However, Shaun is a Chelsea fan and joked that their club allegiances causes a family rift. Aside from the football, Shaun shares his brother's love for the city and revealed the reason why he fell in love with the region from a young age as he said: "As a young kid, I used to love The Beatles. Liverpool and The Beatles will be forever intertwined."

The National Diversity Awards are held in celebration of the achievement of the positive role models who have promoted equality in today's society. Shaun hailed Merseyside's cultural diversity and was honoured to be a part of a ceremony that celebrates community champions.

He said: "I don't see myself as a celebrity but, obviously, I'm in the public eye and I think it's important I use my fame in an altruistic way and support events like the National Diversity Awards."