CBB Star Fumbles Easy Question on The Weakest Link
In a recent episode of The Weakest Link, former Celebrity Big Brother star Donna Preston faced a humorous challenge. During the quiz, hosted by Romesh Ranganathan, she struggled with what was deemed an “easy” landmark question. The question asked about a view from the observation deck of a particular skyscraper.
Donna Preston’s Quiz Blunder
Donna Preston, aged 39, was one of the celebrity contestants. When asked, “This is a view from an observation deck in which skyscraper?” she responded with a vague, “Right. I’d say a big one.” The correct answer, later revealed by Romesh, was the Burj Khalifa.
The Burj Khalifa
- Location: Dubai
- Height: 828 meters
- Observation Deck: Offers breathtaking panoramic views
This iconic structure is famous worldwide for its incredible architecture and stunning views. Donna’s moment of confusion was not isolated, as fellow contestant Helen Flanagan also faced difficulties during the same episode.
Helen Flanagan’s Challenge
In another instance, Romesh asked Helen to identify a TV presenter associated with a specific month. Showcasing an image of James May, the question required her to connect the surname May to the month of the same name. Helen took over 20 seconds to respond, which led to visible confusion among the other contestants.
Finally, she arrived at the correct answer, “May,” leading to cheers from her fellow contestants. Romesh commented on her long pause, and Julie Hesmondhalgh, who provides the voiceover for the show, humorously remarked that she had time to make tea and shop for biscuits during Helen’s deliberation.
Contestant Reactions
- Donna: Stumped on the Burj Khalifa question.
- Helen: Delayed response but eventually answered correctly.
- Konan: Laughed at the situation between the two contestants.
Despite the awkward moments, both Donna and Helen added humor to the episode, showcasing that even celebrity contestants can find themselves perplexed by trivia questions. The aim of the show is to challenge contestants and entertain viewers, and this episode delivered on both fronts.
