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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
Entertainment
Jess Flaherty

Gogglebox fans confused after spotting new family member

Gogglebox fans were confused this evening after spotting a new member of the Siddiqui family.

The smash-hit show was inspired by hit British sitcom The Royle Family and was narrated by actress and writer Caroline Aherne until her death in 2016.

Caroline's Royle Family co-star and co-writer Craig Cash took over narrating Gogglebox following her death.

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Gogglebox fans have been left in stitches at the remarks made by some cast members, with the show's stars becoming well known and amassing legions of fans.

The popular Siddiqui family, from Derby, have been regulars on the show for years.

Baasit, Umar and their dad Sid are much-loved by viewers, while other members of their family, such as sibling Raza and their mum often put in an appearance on the show as well.

Tonight, a new brother was spotted sitting on their famous couch.

Viewers took to Twitter to share their thoughts.

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Marion commented: "A different Siddiqui brother."

Scott said: "DIFFERENT SIDDIQUI."

Caro said: "Hang on! That’s a new brother!"

Livvy commented: "Who the b****y hell has snuck onto the Siddiqui’s couch in Gogglebox?!"

Beki said: "Wait... who’s the new hot brother in the Siddiqui family?! They’ve got some good genes going on there!!"

*Gogglebox airs Fridays on Channel 4 at 9pm

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