Channel 4 is set to premiere a new series of Celebrity Gogglebox, which will feature a lineup of renowned British TV icons and contestants from Strictly Come Dancing. This season marks the show’s milestone 50th episode, kicking off on Friday, June 5, at 9 PM.
New Cast Members Join Celebrity Gogglebox
The upcoming episodes will introduce a mix of familiar faces. New participants include:
- Julian Clary
- Nigel Havers
- George Clarke
- Harry Aikines-Aryeetey (Nitro from Gladiators)
- Max Balegde
- Matt Morsia (Legend from Gladiators)
- Olivia Attwood and her mother, Jennifer
Returning Stars and More Surprises
In addition to the new cast, several beloved personalities from earlier seasons are returning, including:
- Vernon Kay and Paddy McGuinness
- Bez and Shaun Ryder
- Roman and Martin Kemp
- Ashley Banjo and Perri Kiely
- Nick Grimshaw and niece Liv
- The Mangans
- Rylan and his mother, Linda
- Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aléshé
- Denise Van Outen and Johnny Vaughan
- Vicky Pattison and Pete Wicks
Cast Reactions to the Show
The new stars have expressed their excitement about joining the show. Julian Clary humorously noted, “Doing Celebrity Gogglebox was an absolute treat.” He emphasized the civilized atmosphere during filming, while Nigel Havers remarked on the joy of working alongside Clary.
George Clarke shared his enthusiasm as well: “It gave me a full excuse to take the mick out of Max on national TV.” He described the experience as engaging and spontaneous. Meanwhile, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey described filming as “pure fun,” highlighting the laughs and unexpected moments.
Watch Celebrity Gogglebox
Fans can tune into Celebrity Gogglebox starting Friday, June 5, on Channel 4. Don’t miss the chance to see British TV icons react to this week’s significant television moments. For updates and recommendations, check the Radio Times app or website.
