Who is Bobby Seagull?
BOBBY Seagull made a big name for himself after appearing as a contestant on University Challenge back in 2017.
The former Cambridge University student now returns to our screens in Channel 4 show Celebrity Hunted.
Who is Bobby Seagull?
Bobby Seagull is a maths teacher, PHD student, University Challenge contestant and radio and TV host.
The 39-year-old boffin is from Newham in England.
Seagull is a part-time maths teacher at a secondary school in London.
He released a book, The Life Changing Magic Of Numbers in October 2018.
He tweeted at the time: "Maths has always been a part of my life and I try to find it everywhere from the kitchen, to the gym & even to my search for love."
Bobby is also a West Ham United fan.
What is Bobby Seagull famous for?
Bobby was the team captain for University Challenge contestants from Emmanuel College, Cambridge.
The team made it all the way to the semi-final of the contest in April 2017 – but failed to get past a team from Wolfson College, Cambridge, captained by enigmatic Canadian Eric Monkman.
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While the boys may have battled each other in the competition they are close friends in real life – frequently sharing exchanges and photos on social media.
They have hosted their own series on Radio 4.
Following the success and cult following of Bobby and Eric, the pair landed a BBC show in 2018.
Monkman And Seagull’s Genius Guide To Britain aired first in 2018 and again in 2020.
The duo travelled the country uncovering secrets of British ingenuity, exploring the biggest innovations of the Industrial Revolution and the Victorian era.
In 2021, Bobby and quiz expert Frank Paul became the "trappers" on the Channel 4 game show The Answer Trap.
In 2022, he took part in The Real Dirty Dancing on E4.
Who is on Celebrity Hunted with Bobby Seagull?
Celebrity Hunted sees 10 celebrities attempting to stay off the radar and remain at large for two weeks.
YouTuber Saffron Barker teams up with the TV mathematician.