Paul Sinha Reveals He Had Two Heart Attacks

Paul Sinha, the star of the quiz show "The Chase," has candidly shared his health challenges, including two heart attacks he experienced during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last August. In an interview with the Telegraph, Sinha recounted the first attack, which struck him while he was at the Pleasance theatre. He described a "crushing, constricting chest pain" that felt distinctly cardiac in nature, coinciding with an unexpected encounter with celebrity chef Levi Roots. Despite the pain, he continued to engage with fans until he was ultimately rushed to the Royal Infirmary, where his condition stabilized. Sinha's show, "Pauly Bengali," received acclaim, but he admitted that the experience took a significant toll on his mental and physical health. In his performance, he creatively incorporated hula-hooping, singing, and piano playing to address the effects of his Parkinson's disease, a condition he was diagnosed with in 2019. The comedian's resilience was further tested when he suffered a second heart attack, prompting a cardiologist to inform him that he had likely experienced a minor attack initially. Reflecting on his experiences, Sinha emphasized the importance of self-care for performers, acknowledging that he should have taken a break but chose to continue working. He expressed a desire to share his story to encourage others in the entertainment industry to prioritize their health. Earlier this year, Sinha published his autobiography, "One Sinha Lifetime," further detailing his journey.