Gogglebox star Simon Minty has surprised his followers by revealing a close friendship with a well-known actress and fellow disability rights campaigner. The beloved Channel 4 personality shared a candid snapshot from a New Year's Day outing, sending fans into a frenzy of delight.
A New Year's Day Meet-Up
Simon Minty, who has appeared on the hit show Gogglebox alongside his sister Jane since 2021, took to Instagram recently to post a photo from his day out. The picture featured the star posing with his pals, including the instantly recognisable face of Liz Carr.
Liz Carr is celebrated for her roles in major television series such as Good Omens, The Witcher, and notably as forensic examiner Clarissa Mullery on the long-running BBC crime drama Silent Witness. Her character worked closely with Emilia Fox's Dr Nikki Alexander to solve complex cases.
More Than Just TV Personalities
Beyond their screen presence, both Minty and Carr are respected advocates. Simon, born with restricted growth, is the founder of Sminty Ltd, a consultancy that advises major organisations like the BBC, HSBC, and The Football Association on improving services for disabled people.
Similarly, Liz Carr is a prominent comedian and disability rights activist. The pair were reportedly hunting for Snoopy sculptures in London's Fleet Street Quarter as part of a public art trail when they met up on January 1st.
"New Year's Day - the hunt for Snoopy sculptures around the Fleet Street Quarter," Simon captioned the post. "I found one, then met Liz and Jo at a second. It was cold, so we decided to go for food. Snoopy trail finishes on 16th January; enough time to go again?"
Fan Reaction and Shared Admiration
The post was swiftly flooded with warm comments from fans of both stars. Many expressed how much they missed seeing Liz Carr on their screens in Silent Witness.
One fan wrote, "Oh wow, how lovely, I miss watching Liz in silent witness, hope you had a lovely catch-up. Happy New Year." Another added, "You can't beat great company, it's called community support, and we miss Liz in Silence Witness. Lovely to see you, Simon, you're a great tonic."
The Minty siblings, who live in Surrey, have built a loyal following of over 54,000 on Instagram by sharing glimpses of their lives away from the famous Gogglebox sofa, where Jane works as a chef and Simon continues his advocacy work. This latest reveal has only deepened the affection their audience holds for them, highlighting the genuine connections within the UK's entertainment and advocacy communities.
