A popular Gogglebox duo have announced that they have been axed from the Channel 4 show in an emotional statement to fans.
Scots Roisin and Joe, who joined the programme in February 2022, shared the news on TikTok, which left viewers absolutely heartbroken.
Roisin said in a statement posted on her page: ‘After three and a half years of sitting on the sofa Channel 4 have decided it’s time for Joe and I to stretch out legs and have not asked us back for season 26.
‘Therefore we are leaving the Gogglebox family.
‘We couldn’t be more grateful to Studio Lambert for the opportunity, the experience has actually been so mad and we will miss watching TV with you all on Friday nights!
‘It’s been an honor to represent Scotland as some of the first Scottish people on the show and prove we don’t actually need subtitles.’
Gogglebox favourites have announced that they have been AXED from Channel 4 show in emotional statement to fans
Roisin and Joe, who joined the programme in February 2022, shared the news on TikTok, which left viewers absolutely heartbroken
She added: ‘A special shout out to our crew of past and present, Jason, Ayse, Rich, Eilish, Ewan, Evie, Seve, David, Stef, AJ and Odin.
‘Also to Harriet for always answering the phone, anytime of the day or night.
‘We have made friends for life and after filming every week for years, you have become like our family!
‘We could not have asked for better people to work with and we will miss you immensely.
‘A huge thank you to everyone who has watched us, met us, and supported us during this experience, it for sure has been a once in a lifetime opportunity.
‘Time to watch TV in silence for a bit and put down the popcorn.
‘Miss you already, Roisin and Joe x x x.’
The telly star also shared some memes alongside the statement, including a Toy Story one of Sid labelled Channel 4 and Woody labelled as ‘Me and Joe’.
Roisin said in a statement posted on her page: ‘After three and a half years of sitting on the sofa Channel 4 have decided it’s time for Joe and I to stretch out legs and have not asked us back for season 26’
Sid can be seen dropping Woody on the floor saying: ‘I don’t want to play with you anymore.’
In another a young boy can be seen crying with the caption: ‘Being dumped from Gogglebox.’
Another of actor Anthony Mackie was captioned: ‘No longer having to adhere to a contract and can work with brands and companies.’
Many fans rushed to the comments section on the post to share their heartbreak.
‘No way definitely the best in there we love you and Joe.’
‘Aw well I defo will miss you guys sorry to hear this.’
‘That’s rubbish, loved you two on gogglebox.’
‘That’s a shame. You guys are some of my faves.’
Many rushed to the comments section on her TikTok to share their devastation over the decision
‘Oh no, you two are really funny x.’
A Channel 4 spokesperson said: ‘We thank Joe and Roisin for their contributions to Gogglebox over the years, and wish them all the best for the future.’
Gogglebox hit our screens in 2013.
Since then there have been 25 successful series and seven celebrity special seasons.
The popular programme has won a number of awards including a National Television Award (NTA) for The Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award in 2023, another NTA for Factual Programme in 2022, and a BAFTA TV Award for Reality & Constructed Factual Programme the same year.
There has also been some spin-offs including Gogglesprogs,which starred children watching telly, and Vlogglebox – which saw 16 to 24-year-olds watch content on smart phones and tablets.
Gogglebox has also hit plenty of other countries around the world.
Some include Gogglebox Australia, Belgium’s version Vu à la télé, Gogglebox Ireland, Gogglebox Italia, Gogglebox Japan and Ukraine’s What’s on TV?
The 25th series of the show premiered in February and wrapped up in May 2025.
There has not been a confirmation date for the next season, but it could likely air in September or October, as that is when they usually air.
Gogglebox airs Fridays on Channel 4 and is available to stream on channel4.com.
