In a heartwarming update, Simon Minty, a cherished star of the long-running Channel 4 programme Gogglebox, has revealed his return to the show following a recent health battle, sparking an outpouring of support from devoted fans.
Simon Minty's Health Update and Comeback
Simon Minty, who first joined Gogglebox in 2021 alongside his sister Jane, shared on Instagram that he is "happy to be back" after "not feeling so well." The siblings, who reside in Surrey, posted a photo of themselves on the iconic Gogglebox sofa, with Simon captioning it: "Gogglebox should be a lot of fun tonight. Happy to be back too after not feeling so well. Hope you enjoy it and you have a lovely weekend ahead."
This announcement came during the new series of Gogglebox, which premiered last month, with Simon and Jane making their comeback in the episode aired on Friday, April 10. Over the years, the duo has become firm favourites with viewers, thanks to their hilarious one-liners and comical takes on television highlights.
Fan Reactions and Support
As expected, fans quickly flooded the comments section with messages of support and well-wishes. One fan expressed, "Sorry to hear you haven't been well. Hope you're feeling much better now," while another chimed in, "Pleased to hear you are feeling better x See you both later." A third echoed these sentiments, writing, "Lovely to see my two favourite people back on Gogglebox Hope you're feeling much better Simon Sending you both much love as always."
This overwhelming response highlights the strong connection Simon and Jane have built with their audience, who have followed their journey on the show for several years.
Background on Simon Minty and Gogglebox
Away from the Gogglebox sofa, Jane works as a chef, while Simon, who was born with restricted growth, is a dedicated disability rights advocate. Their unique perspectives and witty banter have endeared them to fans, making them a staple of the programme.
However, the show has seen changes recently. Last year, ahead of the 2025 series, it was announced that beloved stars Roisin Kelly and Joe Kyle would not be returning. In light of their departure, Gogglebox welcomed new faces to its cast, including Jake and Calum from Glasgow, the Gordon family from Surrey, married couple Andrew and Alfie from the Cotswolds, and mother-and-daughter-in-law team Sara and Lara from Yorkshire.
Despite these changes, Simon and Jane have remained on the show, much to the delight of their fans. Gogglebox continues to air every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4, offering viewers a mix of humour and heartfelt moments from its diverse cast.
