The 1% Club viewers have paid tribute to a participant after it was revealed that he died after appearing on the series.
The ITV game show, which is hosted by Lee Mackregularly sees him chatting with the 100 participants who appear each week.
In the latest episode, one of them was 52-year-old Steven Wong, who shared a story about how he almost became a Hollywood star.
As he tries to navigate his way through the questions to win the £100,000 prizeSteven talked about how he almost got cast in the hit 1984 film Indiana Jones & the Temple of Doom, alongside Harrison Ford.
Steven recalled how his parents took him for an acting audition as a child, saying, “I didn't realize this, but apparently we got to the final two and it was me and another kid.”
“Remember, this was only when I was about ten!”
However, he missed out on the role, which went to Ke Huy Quan.
By the end of the episode it was two others – Daniel and Mitul – who hit the 1% question, with the latter getting it right and walking away with £99,000.
Despite the exciting outcome, viewers were then given the sad news that Steven had passed away after filming.
A message at the end of the credits paid tribute, reading: 'In memory of Steven Wong. 1972-2024.'
Shortly afterwards, viewers shared their condolences.
“Very sad to hear about Steven Wong. Thoughts are with his family,” user Daniel posted on X.
Another wrote: 'RIP Steven Wong.'
A few years ago, Tipping Point host was Ben Shephard also paid tribute to a participant who died after appearing on the show.
Alan, a retired mystery shopper from Glasgow, didn't get past the first round, but his family wanted his episode to still air for viewers to enjoy.
On Twitter, presenter Ben wrote his condolences to Alan's family: 'We were so sad to hear about Alan's passing, he was such a gentleman and great fun on Tipping Point.
“I know the family wanted everyone to enjoy his episode as much as he enjoyed being a part of it! My deepest condolences to Alan's wife and their family.'
The 1% Club airs on ITV1 on Saturday at 8.35pm.
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