A new family is joining Gogglebox, after Channel 4 searched for a new addition to make the hit show more diverse.
In November 2021, a casting team for the programme was tasked exclusively with finding participants from Scotland.
The channel's chief executive Alex Mahon confirmed the news in a letter to the Commons Scottish Affairs Committee, following a session in September on Public Broadcasting in Scotland.
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The move came after the broadcaster received complaints from viewers, as well as MPs such as Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross, about the lack of Scottish representation on Gogglebox.
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Scottish Affairs Committee Chair Pete Wishart MP said: “Channel 4 has impressive credentials for supporting independent producers and offering opportunities for young people wishing to explore the sector.
"We are bursting at the seams with talent in Scotland, and I am pleased to hear Channel 4’s efforts to harness this potential."
All was revealed on Friday, in a tweet from the official Gogglebox account.
Channel 4 said: "Meet our new Scottish Goggleboxers Roisin and Joe!
"See you on the sofa for brand new #Gogglebox TONIGHT, 9pm on @Channel4."
Gogglebox legend Sophie Sandiford was quick to welcome the newcomers.
In a tweet, she said: "Wooo!! welcome to the Gogglebox family Roisin and Joe"
Gogglebox airs on Fridays at 9pm on Channel 4
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