Anne Hegerty is the formidable force behind The Chase Australia’s The Governess.
Known for her assertive and competitive style, she confronts contestants with intelligence, wit and her signature sarcastic humour. But beneath The Governess’ stern exterior lies a personal journey marked by trauma and triumph.
In a 7NEWS Spotlight exclusive airing this Sunday, Anne will share her struggles with everyday tasks as one of the 75 million people worldwide living with autism.
She peels back the curtain on her childhood marked by emotional abuse, candidly reflecting on life with her “deadbeat” father and caring yet unconventional mother.
Anne tells 7NEWS Spotlight:
“I just grew up feeling like I couldn’t really do anything.”
“I felt either invisible, or, that people saw me and didn’t like what they saw and would rather I was invisible.”
Also on the program, join legendary investigative journalist Charles Wooley as he travels down the mighty Murray River, a waterway that has shaped the heart of our continent.
In his most epic adventure yet, Wooley will journey along its 2500km stretch, exploring stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems.
With recent rainfall bringing the river to its best in over 50 years, viewers will encounter diverse eco-systems that uncover the vibrant heritage of this remarkable river.
I’m very concerned, as someone with autism, how 7news Spotlight will cover this topic.
I’ve always been a bit cautious about these kinds of shows, but given recent events, and Seven’s need to claw back ratings and credibility, I’m genuinely worried they’re using a person’s experience with autism for their own nefarious means.
There is already enough incorrect information in the world about autism; we don’t need Seven propagating more.
Great lady.
Enjoyed watching it.
Enjoyed watching the show
so sad, you have a great job on the chase you are amazing.
Wonderful person you deserve the best. Xxxx
Great lady is Anne. Both you and I went throught the same thing , my mother was Bi Pola disorder very demanding lady. I was a big person she tried to starve me to loose weight, land in hospital malnourished. She wanted me to become a champion I sport. I hate sport, so I rebelled.
Y are a champion Anne😍
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I was deeply moved watching Anne,s story such a remarkable lady.xx
You a a brave lady and a beautiful one also
What a beautiful story have a grandson liked you absolutely brilliant in some things and often simple things hard to navigate 😉 😉 😕
I’ll watch the show and I love watching her the governess
Excellent story thank you For sharing such a beautiful story Anne
Hold your head up Anne, you are a lovely talented lady. 💕🦋🇦🇺
Thankyou Anne you are a wonderful person
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Love her
love you anne
Great lady 🙏❤️🙏
Love you Anne, you are one amazing lady who brings so much enjoyment into our homes when on the Chase. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing your story, so beautiful.x.
I respect her more after watching the interview
Love this lady
Love Anne 💕
She looks so cheeky…🤪🥰🤪😍
We all love you Anne .
We all love you Anne .
Love Anne what an amazing lady 👏
A very remarkable lady.
I have two grandsons with autism and thay are just like you i am so proud of them love them to bits God bless you Anne for sharing your story from Sydney
Strong woman amazing 🤩
Hi sexy morning have a great Friday
Was moved by her story.
Admire her for sharing her story