December 21st 2024.
It's hard to believe that the beloved Outnumbered children are now all grown up. Fans of the hit sitcom have been eagerly waiting for eight long years to be reunited with the chaotic yet endearing Brockman family. And finally, the day has arrived - a one-off Christmas special is set to air on Boxing Day on the BBC.
For those who may not remember, Outnumbered first graced our screens back in 2007. The show followed the lives of flustered parents Pete and Sue Brockman, played by Hugh Dennis and Claire Skinner, as they navigated the challenges of raising their three children while also keeping their household running. But now, the Brockman parents will face a whole new set of obstacles as their children - played by Tyger Drew-Honey, Daniel Roche, and Ramona Marquez - have all grown into young adults.
Details of the plot are being kept under wraps, but what we do know is that there will be a new addition to the family, the Brockmans have downsized and moved into a new house, and Pete will have a difficult conversation to navigate. And in a case of life imitating art, the cast has also been keeping busy since the show ended. So, let's catch up with what they've been up to.
Hugh Dennis, who played Pete Brockman, has continued to grace our screens with his talent. He's been a part of other hit BBC shows such as Fleabag, Not Going Out, and The Great British Dig. In his personal life, Hugh went through a divorce from his ex-wife Catherine Abbot-Anderson, with whom he shares two children. But in a happy turn of events, he is now dating his on-screen wife Claire Skinner, who played Sue in Outnumbered. The two revealed in 2018 that they began dating in 2017 after their respective splits from their partners.
Claire Skinner, who portrayed Sue Brockman, has also been busy with acting work since the show ended. She's appeared in popular shows like Ted Lasso, Next of Kin, and Vanity Fair. In 2016, she went through a divorce with her husband, director Charles Palmer, with whom she shares two sons. But in a heartwarming twist, she found love with her Outnumbered co-star Hugh Dennis. In a 2019 interview, she called their romantic relationship a "lovely little life surprise," while Hugh gushed about their happiness together.
Tyger Drew-Honey, who played Jake Brockman, has also been pursuing acting work since the show ended. He's appeared in Cuckoo, Citizen Khan, and even tried his hand at reality TV with shows like Celebs Go Dating and Celebrity MasterChef. In a 2021 interview, he revealed that the dating show was a terrible idea for him, but he's now happily in a relationship. However, it's unclear if he's still with Fluke Chotphuang, whom he dated for several years.
Daniel Roche, who portrayed Ben Brockman, took a break from acting to focus on studying. He began his undergraduate degree at King's College London, where he also played for the Rugby Club. In 2017, he made headlines for chanting "ketamine" at a festival and again in 2020 when he posed with "bags of marijuana" on holiday. However, in a 2022 interview, he revealed that he's ready to get back into acting and that he's always enjoyed it.
Last but not least, Ramona Marquez, who played Karen Brockman, has kept a low profile since the show ended. She's currently studying Spanish and Mandarin at the University of Manchester and contributed to Florence Given's book Women Don't Owe You Pretty, where she revealed her bisexuality. The 23-year-old lives a typical Gen Z lifestyle, selling clothes on Depop, getting tattoos, and sharing her everyday life on social media.
So there you have it - a catch-up on what the Outnumbered cast has been up to since the show ended. But the real question is, are you ready to be reunited with the Brockman family? Don't forget to tune in to the one-off Christmas special on BBC One on Boxing Day at 9:40pm. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with our entertainment team by emailing us, giving us a call, or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We can't wait to hear from you!
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