Fans of the hit Channel 4 show Gogglebox have been left utterly astonished after one of its most beloved stars shared a vintage photograph revealing a dramatic youthful transformation.
A Blast from the Past
The South London duo, Sue and Steve, who have been married for over four decades, joined the popular programme in 2019 and quickly became audience favourites. This week, they delighted their 5,000 Instagram followers by posting a nostalgic snap from the 1970s.
The black-and-white image, captioned "Boys on tour Italy 1973. Can you recognise Steve?", shows a young Steve posing with his friends during a trip to Italy. The television personality, known for his sharp wit, is almost unrecognisable with a full head of lengthy brown locks, a stark contrast to his current appearance.
Fan Reaction and Family Life
The throwback photo prompted an immediate and enthusiastic response from fans, who flooded the comments section with their admiration.
- One admirer identified him, writing: "Far right with the dark hair. Handsome bloke!"
- Another simply exclaimed: "All that hair!"
- A third fan commented: "Steve suits the long seventies hairstyle," while others echoed the sentiment with cries of "Wow the hair!"
Beyond their television fame, the couple, who have been married for more than 40 years, are devoted parents to two daughters and proud grandparents to their grandson, Roman.
Sue's Health Journey and Their Enduring Partnership
The news comes after Sue temporarily stepped away from Gogglebox in 2024 to deal with a health challenge. She bravely revealed to fans her diagnosis of Bell's Palsy, a condition that causes temporary facial paralysis.
She candidly discussed the difficulties she faced, explaining that she had to "relearn" fundamental tasks like speaking and chewing. Through it all, her husband Steve provided his trademark humour and support, joking that he had "offered to chew your food for you, but you declined." He affectionately added, "I've gotta say, you haven't lost the sharp side of your tongue though, have you?"
Gogglebox continues to air every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4, where Sue and Steve remain cherished for their hilarious and heartfelt commentary on the week's television.
