Fans of the hit Channel 4 show Gogglebox have been left utterly astonished after discovering the real age of one of its most beloved stars, Sophie Sandiford, who recently celebrated a major birthday milestone.
A Birthday Revelation
Sophie Sandiford, who has been a fixture on the programme alongside her brother Pete since they joined in 2017, recently turned 30. The news sent shockwaves through the show's dedicated fan community. On a popular Gogglebox Facebook fan group, a user broke the news with a post wishing Sophie a happy 30th birthday, which was quickly picked up by followers.
The revelation prompted a flood of birthday wishes mixed with expressions of sheer surprise. Many admirers commented that Sophie looks significantly younger than her years. One fan exclaimed they "wouldn't have said she's 30!", while another concurred, stating "I thought that, she looks younger." A third simply agreed with a definitive "100%".
Family Tributes and Co-star Wishes
Marking the special occasion, Sophie's on-screen partner and brother, Pete Sandiford, took to his Instagram to share a touching tribute. He posted a nostalgic childhood photograph of the pair with the caption: "Happy 30th birthday to my partner in crime since birth!"
The post attracted warm responses from their Gogglebox colleagues and fans alike. Fellow cast member Izzi Warner commented, "Happy birthday Sophie! ! Hope you have the best time celebrating." Her sister, Ellie, also joined in the celebrations, writing "Happy birthday Sophie fabulous day." One devoted follower encapsulated the audience's sentiment, gushing, "Aww love watching you two on Googlebox! Happy Birthday."
Life Beyond the Screen
While the Blackpool-based siblings are best known for their sharp wit and hilarious television critiques on the show, they lead busy lives away from the cameras. Pete runs a construction business and is a dedicated father to his two young children. Sophie works as a florist and has recently had another reason to celebrate.
Just last month, Sophie announced her engagement to her partner, Ben McKeown. The couple shared their happy news on social media with a post that read "WE'RE ENGAGED" accompanied by a heart and ring emoji, alongside pictures from the luxury Galgorm Resort in Northern Ireland. The television personality also showcased her beautiful sapphire and diamond engagement ring on the show, where Pete lovingly teased her for "milking" the announcement.
Gogglebox continues to air every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4, featuring the Sandifords and other families reacting to the week's television.
