Can you believe Celebrity Gogglebox is in its eighth season, and will be hitting a milestone 50th episode? The fan-favourite TV show is back on screens tonight [5th June], and sees four new pairs of famous faces joining a returning line up of celebrities on their sofas. But who are they, and where do you recognise them from?
If you’ve never seen the show before, the premise is simple: a rolling cast of famous faces gather to watch the biggest Tv shows from that week, sharing their commentary and insights. It’s us watching them on TV, watching TV. Simple.
New Celebrity Gogglebox cast
- Olivia Attwood and her mum Jennifer
- Harry and Matt aka Nitro and Legend from Gladiators
- George Clark and Max Balegde
- Julian Clary and Nigel Havers
Returning Celebrity Gogglebox cast
- Vernon Kay and Paddy McGuinness
- Bez and Shaun
- Roman and Martin Kemp
- Ashley Banjo and Perri Kiely
- Nick Grimshaw and niece Liv
- The Mangans
- Rylan and mum Linda
- Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aleshe
- Denise Van Outen and Johnny Vaughan
- Vicky Pattison and Pete Wicks
Olivia Attwood and her mum Jennifer
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OMG! While Olivia Attwood is a Love Island fan-favourite, she is now best-known for her ITV documentary series Getting Filthy Rich, while she recently launched her own podcast, Olivia’s House. She’s joining the sofa line up for the first time, sitting alongside none other than her mother. We already know this is going to be an iconic duo.
“Doing Celebrity Gogglebox with my mum was chaotic but in the best possible way,” the 35-year-old said about the show. “It’s not often that we agree on things which I think the viewers may find entertaining. My family are huge fans of the show so it’s a real honour to be a part of such an iconic British programme.”
Harry and Matt aka Nitro and Legend from Gladiators
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Gladiators, ready! Nitro and Legend, real names Harry and Matt, are also joining the Celebrity Gogglebox line up for the first time – meaning fans can watch them on a Friday night *and* Saturday night, should they wish. The pair are best known for their role in the competition show, which sees contestants attempt to get through a series of physical challenges which test strength, agility and speed.
Everyone knows how good I am at being on TV, but turns out I’m even better at watching it,” Matt said, while Harry added, “Filming Celebrity Gogglebox was pure fun from start to finish, just a proper night in full of laughs, brilliant TV, and plenty of unexpected moments.”
George Clark and Max Balegde
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George and Max are best known as content creators and social media personalities, who (up until recently!) co-hosted a podcast called The Useless Hotline. However, they recently revealed it would be coming to an end so they could focus on other projects. George recently appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, while both can often be found on red carpets or doing celebrity interviews.
Speaking about the show, Max said, “Such a privilege to be a part of the Gogglebox family with such legends and it was so much fun doing what I do best – catching up with friend over a good tv show and cup of tea.”
George added, “I loved it, mainly because it gave me a full excuse to take the mick out of Max on national TV. He reacts to everything, so you’re never bored.“
Julian Clary and Nigel Havers
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Comedian and actor Julian Clary, 67, has been a mainstay on British television since the 1980s, working across multiple TV, play and pantomime productions in that time. He also won Celebrity Big Brother 10 in 2012.
He stars alongside Nigel Havers who is also a comedian and actor, best known for his roles in British sitcoms like Don’t Wait Up, the ITV historical drama A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, and as Lewis Archer in Coronation Street
“Doing Celebrity Gogglebox was an absolute treat, a perfectly civilised way to spend an evening,” Julian said of the show. “I do like to think my commentary brought a certain level of refinement to proceedings, and Nigel managed to stay awake, although there is an unsightly stain on my sofa.”
Nigel added, “It’s a dream come true working with Julian on Gogglebox. I can’t think of a better way to spend an evening… (Julian wrote this).”
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10 iconic Celebrity Gogglebox pairings will also be returning to our screens, making up the line up, including our favourites Bez and Shaun, Martin Kemp and his son Roman, and Rylan and his mum Linda. Love!
Vernon Kay and Paddy McGuinness
Radio 2 presenters Vernon and Paddy, both 52, teamed up on the sofa for the first time last year, and are back for more TV-watching.
Bez and Shaun Ryder from The Happy Mondays
Shaun Ryder and Bez joined Celebrity Gogglebox in 2019 and quickly became fan favourites for their hilarious commentary, often filmed from Shaun’s house. The Happy Mondays duo returned to the sofa for a new series in June 2025.
Speaking to RadioTimes.com, Ryder said filming with Bez was “really good fun,” adding: “It’s not like a job – we’ve been doing this for nearly 40 years, watching telly and commenting on everything.”
Bez admitted some shows are harder to watch than others. “The most embarrassing one for us is Naked Attraction. Sat there looking at willies, it’s not my favourite thing,” he said.
Roman and Martin Kemp
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Since June 2019, Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp and his son Roman Kemp have been regular fixtures on Celebrity Gogglebox. Martin first found fame alongside his brother Gary in the iconic ’80s band before going on to star in EastEnders and The Krays.
Meanwhile, TV and radio presenter Roman has carved out a hugely successful career of his own, hosting Capital FM’s Breakfast Show since 2014 and often appearing on The One Show next to Alex Jones. He recently appeared on Celebrity Race Across the World, alongside his sister, Harley Moon Kemp.
Ashley Banjo and Perri Kiely
Ashley and Perri first shot into the public eye when they appeared on Britain’s Got Talent in the dance troop, Diversity. They have been part of Celebrity Gogglebox since Channel 4’s Black to Front takeover in September 2021.
Nick Grimshaw and niece Liv
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You’re probably used to seeing Nick alongside his Dish podcast co-host Angela Hartnet, or maybe its his Sidetracked co-host Annie Mac. But actually, its his niece Liv who he sits on the sofa with for Celebrity Gogglebox. The pair first appeared on the show way back in 2019 when it launched, and have been fixtures ever since.
Stephen and Anita Mangan
Actor Stephen Mangan who you’ll recognise from The Split and also as the host of The Fortune Hotel teamed up with his illustrator sister Anita for season five of Celebrity Gogglebox, before returning for the last season in December. Thankfully, they’re back again this time around. “Two of the things I love most are TV and my sister – so this should be a laugh,” Stephen said at the time.
Rylan and mum Linda
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What would Celebrity Gogglebox be without Rylan and his mum Linda? The pair really do make the sofa. As you likely know, Ryan first rose to fame thanks to his appearance on The X Factor, but it was his victory on Celebrity Big Brother that launched him into a busy career as a presenter and all-round TV favourite.
While he recently shared that he didn’t land the Strictly Come Dancing job, he has fronted loads of primetime TV shows such as This Morning, The Xtra Factor, Supermarket Sweep and Ready Steady Cook.
Rylan joined Celebrity Gogglebox in 2019 as part of the first-ever celebrity series, appearing on the sofa with his mum Linda. The duo proved such a hit that they returned for subsequent runs, taking part again in 2020 before rejoining the cast in 2022 after a short break. Most recently, they appeared in December’s series, and are now back again!
Mo Gilligan and Babátúndé Aléshé
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Comedians and friends Mo Gilligan and Babátúndé Aléshé have been on the show since 2025, when they appeared for a Stand Up To Cancer charity version. They’ve since been back on the series and are regulars on the sofa.
Denise Van Outen and Johnny Vaughan
Television presenter Denise Van Outen first appeared on the show in 2019 with her then-partner Eddie Boxshall. Following their split, she returned instead with her friend, actor and musician Duncan James, aka Duncan from Blue. More recently, she has appeared on the show with TV/radio presenter Johnny Vaughan.
Vicky Pattison and Pete Wicks
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Best friends Vicky Pattison and Pete Wicks are also returning to the couch. While old school viewers might know them from their days on Geordie Shore and TOWIE, the duo are now mega successful podcasters and hosts, and their best friend banter is a fan-favourite on the show.
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