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Jenny And Lee’s Retelling Of A Raucous Night Out On Gogglebox Could Not Be More Jenny And Lee

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Gogglebox made a welcome return to our screens on Friday night, bringing with it more capers and banter from its stars.

Jenny and Lee were among those back to give their verdict on the week’s telly, but provided a TV moment of their own as they recounted a wild night out while watching an episode of Netflix drama You.

The BFFs recalled once visiting Liverpool with a mutual friend called Jane, which ended in typically chaotic fashion.

“We went in that bedroom with seven beds,” Jenny said.

“In the morning, you couldn’t find your knickers!” Lee said.

“I couldn’t find my frock! My knickers, my frock — I couldn’t find anything!” Jenny added, prompting a roar of laughter from her pal.

“Really good night you had!” he quipped.

“I know, I was sat there really quiet thinking: ‘Oh god, what happened? Oh god… oh no, I hadn’t done nowt bad,’” she added.

In a clip promoting Gogglebox’s return on the pair’s joint Instagram account earlier this week, Jenny described how the pair were “still the same and still sat on the same, sodding lumpy cushion”.

Lee laughed and said “still as daft as ever” – and we’re pleased to report that definitely seems to be the case.

Never change please, you two.

Gogglebox airs on Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4.

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Roman Kemp Is All Of Us As Dad Martin Makes ‘Disgusting’ Sex Confession On Celebrity Gogglebox

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Roman Kemp was every kid who’s ever had to listen to their parents oversharing as his dad Martin made a sex confession on Celebrity Gogglebox.

The father and son duo, who are two of the hit Channel 4 show’s regular contributors, sat down to give their verdict on Netflix’s How To Build A Sex Room on Friday night’s episode.

The raunchy series sees interior designer Melanie Rose helping couples transform a room in their homes for getting intimate in.

The show prompted an X-rated admission from Spandau Ballet star Martin, which left son Roman walking off in disgust.

“I don’t want a room that’s just dedicated to sex,” he said. “Why can’t you have sex everywhere?”

“Oh gross!” Roman said.

“But you do! Me and mum, everywhere!” Martin revealed.

“Oh that’s disgusting,” Roman said, getting up from the sofa.

“No, we do. Everywhere around the house,” Martin, who is married to singer Shirlie Kemp, continued. “There’s not like a special room.”

“No cos now I’m sitting on the sofa,” Roman said as he walked out of the room.

Roman recently admitted that he choses to do the Channel 4 show as it’s a chance to make memories with Martin.

He told Metro: “The reason I chose Gogglebox is that I know that when I’m older and when he’s not here anymore, I can say to my kids and my grandkids, ‘This is the relationship I had with my dad.’ So that’s why I do it.”

However, after Martin’s admission, Roman might just be starting to rethink his decision.

It is not the only awkward parent-child moment that has played out on the most recent series of Celebrity Gogglebox.

Last month, many famous faces were left cringing when they had to watch Fifty Shades Of Grey with their family members.

Celebrity Gogglebox is available to stream on All4.

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Celebrity Gogglebox Stars Have Heartfelt Reaction To Big Boys’ Coming Out Scene

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The stars of Celebrity Gogglebox were left emotional after watching a coming out scene from sitcom Big Boys.

The hit Channel 4 show hosted a Pride special on Friday night, featuring regulars such as Rylan Clark and Gok Wan, alongside new contributors including the cast of Heartstopper, Naked Attraction host Anna Richardson and Strictly’s John Whaite and Johannes Radebe.

As part of the show, the famous faces watched writer Jack Rooke’s recent semi-autobiographical comedy, in which Derry Girls’ Dylan Llewellyn plays him.

In an emotional scene in the final episode, Jack comes out to his mother Peggy, played by Camille Coduri.

She then reads out a poignant letter from his late father, in which he said that Jack would maybe one day have a boyfriend, enabling Jack to feel accepted and supported.

Dylan Llewellyn as Jack in Big Boys
Dylan Llewellyn as Jack in Big Boys

Reacting to the scene, Heartstopper’s Joe Locke said: “I’m gonna cry… I just want to give him a big hug.”

Co-star Yasmin Finney added: “Oh my god, I just got goosebumps.”

Recalling his own coming out to his mum Linda, Rylan said: “I mean, it is nerve wrecking. I ran away for a few hours, didn’t I, in a field.”

Scott Mills said: “I remember having this chat with my mum so well.”

Nick Grimshaw’s niece Liv was seen in tears, as the former Radio 1 DJ praised Peggy’s reaction as “the best response ever”.

An tearful John Whaite also called it “a masterclass in good parenting” as Johannes Radebe became emotional too.

“Here’s to the queer kids,” they toasted.

Celebrity Gogglebox airs Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4, while all episodes of Big Boys are available to stream on All4.

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Gogglebox’s Jenny Newby Updates Fans After Undergoing Surgery

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Gogglebox star Jenny Newby has given fans a health update after her recent surgery, which has caused her to miss most of the current series.

Jenny and her pal Lee Riley have been absent for the past few weeks of Gogglebox, while she recovers from a minor medical procedure.

Speaking on the red carpet at the TV Baftas earlier this month, Lee revealed his close friend has been “not very well” in recent times, saying: “She is having an operation, a mini one. But she is recovering well, though.”

On Friday, Lee posted a clip of himself on his and Jenny’s joint Instagram page, telling followers: “Hi everybody, you’ll never guess who I just bumped into.”

“Hi, it’s me!” Jenny announced, with Lee celebrating that his BFF was “out of hospital”.

Jenny then said: “I just want to thank you all for your kind ‘get well’ wishes, they’ve really cheered me up. Thank you very much.”

She went on to confirm she’d be out of action for the rest of the current series of Gogglebox, but would be back when the show returns to our screens in the autumn.

“I’m looking forward to seeing you all in series 20,” Jenny said, while Lee added: “September, guys. We’ll be back! Have a lovely summer everybody!”

“I hope you get tanned!” she then added. “Bye my loves!”

The post received a lot of love from other members of the Gogglebox cast, including Izzi Warner, who wrote: “Glad to see you’re feeling better Jenny lots of love.”

Her sister Ellie agreed: “So glad to see you looking so well Jenny! Lots of love.”

Meanwhile, Mica Vee commented: “Sending lots of love from Meesh and Marky.”

Jenny and Lee have been Gogglebox favourites since 2014
Jenny and Lee have been Gogglebox favourites since 2014

Lee and Jenny have become one of the hit Channel 4 show’s most popular pairings, offering their critiques on the week’s telly from the sofa in Lee’s caravan since 2014.

Now into its 19th series, Gogglebox airs on Friday nights at 9pm on Channel 4.

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Gogglebox Issues Response After Paige Deville Announces Exit With Statement Blasting Show

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Gogglebox bosses have issued a response after star Paige Deville quit the show and made a number of accusations about it.

On Friday, Paige – who appeared alongside her mum Sally on the hit Channel 4 series – told her Twitter followers she had “made the decision to walk away from Gogglebox”.

She then went on to say: “It’s been an experience but one I cannot continue with due to long hours of filming, restrictiveness, control of our actions and opinions & zero aftercare support but hey who cares about ex cast, their NTA winners.”

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Paige and Sally on Gogglebox

Gogglebox has since responded to the claims, with a Channel 4 spokesperson saying (via Digital Spy): “The welfare of contributors – past and present – is of paramount importance and robust protocols are in place to support contributors before, during and after taking part in the series.”

HuffPost UK has contacted Channel 4 and Studio Lambert, who make the show, for additional comment and is awaiting a response. 

Paige’s departure comes after it was announced five other favourites would not be returning to the series after the loss of loved ones.

In June, Pete McGarry, who appeared on the show with his wife Linda, died at the age of 71.

Then last month, Mary Cook, who appeared alongside her best friend Marina, passed away at the age of 91.

Shortly after the news of Mary’s death was confirmed, it was announced that Andy Michael had also died following a short illness at the age of 61.

Andy had appeared on the show since the very first series, alongside his wife Carolyne and their children Alex and Louis, with their two other children Katy and Pascal also making occasional appearances over the years.

On Thursday, it was confirmed that Carolyne, Alex, Louis, Marina and Linda have all decided not to return to Gogglebox.

Last week, the show triumphed at the National Television Awards in the Factual category, where tributes were paid to the late cast members. 

Gogglebox airs on Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4. 

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Gogglebox Confirms Five Show Favourites Have Left The Channel 4 Series

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Gogglebox producers have confirmed that five of the show’s most-loved stars have left the popular Channel 4 series.

Their departure comes after three of the show’s stars died in recent months.

In June, Pete McGarry, who appeared on the show with his wife Linda, died at the age of 71.

Then last month, Mary Cook, who appeared alongside her best friend Marina, passed away at the age of 91.

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Mary Cook and Pete McGarry

Shortly after the news of Mary’s death was confirmed, it was announced that Andy Michael had also died following a short illness at the age of 61.

Andy had appeared on the show since the very first series, alongside his wife Carolyne and their children Alex and Louis, with their two other children Katy and Pascal also making occasional appearances over the years.

It’s now been confirmed that Carolyne, Alex, Louis, Marina and Linda have all decided not to return to Gogglebox.

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Andy Michael with his family on Gogglebox

Executive producer Victoria Ray told The Sun: “We have had people from the show pass away recently.

“We lost Mary and Andy, and a little while ago we lost Pete. Their loved ones won’t be taking part in the show for the moment. Understandably, they want their privacy.”

She added to Daily Star that all five of the stars have the option to return to Gogglebox in the future if they would like to.

Last week, Gogglebox triumphed at the National Television Awards in the Factual category, the fifth time the show has won the award.

Collecting the award on behalf of the hit show were the Malone and Sandiford families, who have been presenting their commentary on Gogglebox for the past seven and four years, respectively.

During the Malones’ acceptance speech, mum Julie took a moment to pay her respects to members of the Gogglebox family who had recently died.

“On a sad note, I’d like to [dedicate] this award to all the people we’ve lost in the past 18 months,” she said.

The new series of Gogglebox kicks off on Channel 4 at 9pm on Friday 17 September.

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The Celebrity Goggleboxers’ Reactions To That Sex/Life Shower Scene Were Absolutely Priceless

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It’s the show with the shower scene that’s got the whole internet flustered, so it was only right that the Celebrity Gogglebox gang had to give their verdict on Sex/Life on Friday. 

And it’s fair to say their reactions were priceless. 

For those who haven’t seen it, the Netflix series the tells the story of a married woman called Billie who fantasises about the wild sex life she used to have with her ex-boyfriend Brad. 

The third episode features a gasp-inducing full-frontal scene whereby Billie’s husband Cooper cops an eyeful of his love rival’s (rather large) appendage in the gym showers.  

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That Sex/Life shower scene saw character Brad go full frontal, and it was quite the sight

As the Goggleboxers sat down to watch it, it was clear to see they were even more shocked than Cooper…

There were plenty of gasps and screams from the likes of Denise Van Outen, Eddie Boxshall, Martine McCutcheon, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher. 

“Jesus Christ! It’s like a salami,” Nick Grimshaw commented. 

“Is that real?!” Martin Kemp questioned (although Sex/Life’s showrunner has previously tried to answer this question).

Jonathan Ross joked: “He needs to accept the fact he can’t compete with Brad. You can’t compete with that. Go home, pack your shirts, fuck off… Look, it’s got it’s own postcode!”

“It can’t be real,” Micah insisted. “That’s an add on, that.”

“Can you get add ons?” Jamie asked, prompting much laughter. 

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The Celebrity Goggleboxers watched *that* Sex/Life scene

Sadly, one pair’s reactions who we didn’t get to see was Maureen Lipman and Gyles Brandreth’s.  

Maureen previously revealed she’d walked out of filming while having to watch another show with full-frontal nudity for Gogglebox. 

She told Radio Times of how she’d left the room when Naked Attraction came on because “life is too short to watch a series of hopeless men dangle their bits and pieces in my direction”. 

She said: “I’d seen Gogglebox and I thought: ’Oh, [ours] is the grown-up version, is it? I’m going to go on, and make a lot of comments now about the oeuvre and ‘I did like his first trilogy’…. But it’s your reaction to 12 dangling willies they want.

“They’re searching for ways to make me go: ‘Urgh!’ So I thought: ‘Well, actually, no, life is too short to watch a series of hopeless men dangle their bits and pieces in my direction. So I’m going.’”

Celebrity Gogglebox airs Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4. Sex/Life is streaming on Netflix now. 

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Jonathan Ross’ Family Made Their Celebrity Gogglebox Debut But All Anyone Could Talk About Was Their Incredible Sofa

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Jonathan Ross made his Celebrity Gogglebox debut on Friday night and viewers had so many questions about a certain piece of furniture in the chat show host’s front room: mainly “where can I get one?”

Jonathan settled down on the family sofa with his son Harvey Kirby, daughter Honey Kinney and Honey’s boyfriend, musician Zane Saz to give their opinions on the week’s telly.

Well we say sofa, we’re not entirely sure that does it justice…

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Size of it.

Twitter had serious sofa envy…

Jonathan admitted he had been a big fan of Gogglebox before appearing on it and tweeted beforehand.

“We’ve always loved the show @C4Gogglebox and tonight (some of) the family are on it! #CelebrityGogglebox at 9pm,” he wrote.

Celebrity Gogglebox airs Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4.

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Gogglebox Stars Sophie And Pete Sandiford Get More Than They Bargained After Calling Boris Johnson’s Mobile

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Gogglebox siblings Sophie and Pete Sandiford got the shock of their lives when they called Boris Johnson’s mobile number on this week’s episode of the Channel 4 show.

Last week it was revealed that the PM’s personal number could be found on the bottom of an old press release dating back to when he was MP for Henley and a shadow minister in 2006.

After watching a news report that revealed callers would now get an automated message saying that the phone was switched off, Sophie tried it out for herself.

But she wasn’t prepared when someone actually answered the call.

Cue Sophie hilariously lobbing the phone at her equally panicked  brother.

After hanging up, Sophie blocked the number to prevent being called back – as Pete joked that security service MI5 would soon be knocking on their door.

Twitter was very much amused…

Gogglebox airs on Channel 4 every Friday at 9pm.

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Gogglebox’s Pete Sandiford’s Holey Pants Truly Redefine The Term ‘Shreddies’

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We get it, sometimes throwing out tatty old stuff that you’ve become attached to can be hard, but we think Gogglebox’s Pete Sandiford might be taking that a bit too far. 

The Channel 4 star left his sister Sophie in stitches on the latest episode of the hit show when he revealed a pair of boxers that truly redefine the term shreddies. 

On Friday’s show, Pete proudly showed off his holey pants, which he’s had for over 10 years. 

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Pete and Sophie on Gogglebox

“I daren’t part with them – I’ve had them since I was 15!” he said. 

“I mean my first question is, how have you got a fiancée?’, Sophie joked. 

“She’s been asking me to bin them for the whole time I’ve known her,” Pete said. 

“You need to bin them,” Sophie concluded. 

“No, there’s another couple of years left in these,” Pete said. 

Pete revealed he was engaged to girlfriend Paige Yeomans when Gogglebox returned for a new series in February. 

In April, he announced he and Paige were expecting their first child together. 

Pete’s pants isn’t the only NSFW moment the show has had in recent weeks. 

Viewers got to see a little bit more of Stephen Webb than they probably wanted when he was seen modelling a pair of jodhpurs, and let’s just say they left very little to the imagination.

Gogglebox airs on Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4. 

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