September 13th 2024.
Have you ever wondered what the cast of Gogglebox does when they're not on the show? With its return tonight, fans all over the nation are getting excited for another season of Channel 4's hit show. For those who may not know, Gogglebox follows everyday families and friends as they react to the week's television. It's become a beloved show, even spawning a US remake and propelling some of its original cast members, like Scarlett Moffatt, to fame.
But what exactly do the Gogglebox stars do when they're not getting paid to watch TV? Do they have day jobs like the rest of us? Let's find out.
Contrary to popular belief, the Gogglebox cast is not lounging on their sofas 24/7. In fact, many of them have careers outside of the show. So, what exactly do they do when they're not watching TV? Let's take a look.
The Siddiqui family, consisting of Baasit, Umar, and their dad Sid, has been on the show since its first season in 2013. Hailing from Derby, this family has captured the hearts of viewers with their witty banter and relatable reactions. But when they're not on the show, Baasit works as an IT teacher while Umar is a Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology at a local hospital. And their dad Sid, who stole the hearts of many with his gentle nature, is a retired engineer who previously worked for the NHS for 37 years.
Next up, we have married couple Giles and Mary, who joined the show in 2015 and have quickly become fan favorites. Known for their quirky sayings and endearing dynamic, Giles is an artist and Mary is a writer for The Spectator. In fact, Mary wrote about her newfound fame through the show in a piece for The Spectator, sharing that the public's reaction has been nothing but positive.
Jenny and Lee, best friends from Hull, have been entertaining viewers with their banter for over two decades. While it's not clear what they do for a living now, they first met when Jenny was the landlady of a pub and Lee was a regular. And now, they bring joy to our screens every week from Lee's caravan in Hull.
The Malones, a family from Manchester, used to consist of Dad Tom, Mum Julie, and sons Tom Jr and Shaun. However, after seven years on the show, Tom Jr has left to pursue other TV projects. He is a freelance model and street-dance choreographer, while his dad is a lorry driver and his mom is a receptionist and homemaker. As for the other children, Vanessa and Lee, they don't appear on the show as regularly. Shaun, who used to be an actor, is now a coach for Manchester United's Under-16s Ability Counts football team.
The Plummers, Tremaine, Twaine, and Tristan, joined the show in its eighth season. This Bristolian trio is a talented bunch, with Tristan playing for Hereford FC as a winger, Twaine playing for Bradford Town, and Tremaine working as a chef.
Sisters Ellie and Izzi have made quite a name for themselves on the show, with their funny comments and bickering. Ellie, who has an Instagram page dedicated to her hair styling work, used to work as a hairdresser. On the other hand, it's not clear what Izzi does, although she does have two children which may keep her busy.
Finally, we have married couple David and Shirley, who joined the show in 2015. Hailing from Wales, this pair has been together for over 40 years. When they're not filming, David works as a cleaner in a factory and Shirley works in retail.
So, there you have it – the day jobs of the Gogglebox cast. It's safe to say that they lead pretty normal lives when they're not on the show. But we can't wait to see them back on our screens every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4. Make sure to share your thoughts in the comments below!
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