Fans of the hit Channel 4 show Gogglebox have been left utterly astonished after one of its beloved stars, Sue Singleton, shared a breathtaking throwback photograph from five decades ago.
A Glimpse into the Past
Sue, who forms one half of the popular South London duo with her husband Steve, posted the nostalgic image on Instagram for their 5,000 followers. The picture, taken in the 1970s, shows a 19-year-old Sue looking incredibly stylish and glamorous. She is seen posing in an elegant fluffy coat and a pair of gloves, a world away from her comfortable sofa persona.
Alongside the photo, Sue provided some captivating context, writing: "February 1974 Russia, only 19, bumped into Elizabeth Taylor in our hotel. What a holiday and adventure." This remarkable encounter with the Hollywood icon added an extra layer of wonder to the already impressive snapshot.
Fan Reaction and Recent Health Update
The response from fans was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Supporters flooded the comments section with admiration for the young Sue and the incredible memory she shared.
One fan exclaimed: "Gorgeous picture and wow to meet Elizabeth Taylor what a memory to have." Another commented on her fashion sense, saying: "Very fashionable! You look so glam bet you were starstruck on that day. What a special memory." A third follower perfectly summed up the general sentiment by stating: "Glamorous then and glamorous now!"
In a more serious turn, the article also touched upon Sue's recent health. The Gogglebox star took a break from the show in 2024 to deal with a diagnosis of Bell's Palsy, a condition that causes temporary facial paralysis.
Sue bravely shared the difficulties she faced, revealing that she had to "relearn" basic functions like speaking and chewing. With his characteristic humour, Steve joked about offering to chew her food for her, while also noting that she hadn't lost her sharp wit during the recovery process.
Becoming National Favourites
Sue and Steve, who have been married for over 40 years, joined Gogglebox in 2019 and quickly became viewer favourites. Steve, a former black cab driver, and Sue, who is semi-retired, are also proud parents to two daughters and grandparents to their grandson, Roman.
They continue to entertain audiences every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4 with their witty commentary and hilarious reactions to the week's television.
