Gogglebox finally returned to our screens on Friday, but fans were disappointed when a beloved member of the cast was missing from filming. Stephen Webb, who appears on the show with his husband, Daniel, didn’t appear in the opening episode - but where was he?
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Fortunately, Stephen should be back on our screens soon! The hairdresser confirmed that they had been forced to miss the week of filming as he had COVID, explaining: "Good luck filming this week. I can't wait to see you Friday. I need a laugh desperately. We can't film this week because I've got covid." Sharing a clip of himself with Daniel, he captioned the post: "Gogglebox Back this Friday C4 9pm, gutted we won’t be back for episode one… looking forward to seeing everyone."
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Commenting on the post, his fellow Gogglebox castmate Dave Griffiths wrote: "It's a nightmare isn't Stephen, but it's a break for Daniel," while Ellie Warner added: "Hope to see you back very soon! Get well soon." Jenny and Lee also posted: "Hope you’re not too bad sending love to ya."
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Daniel has been looking after Stephen while he has been recovering from COVID, and Stephen shared a snap of her husband making lunch on Valentine’s day, writing: "Love is your husband cooking you valentines lunch."
We're wishing Stephen a speedy recovery!
Although viewers missed Stephen, viewers are delighted that the show is finally back, with one writing: "So happy it’s back #Gogglebox," while another person added: "Genuinely very happy to see these guys back on my TV. Giles is comedy gold #Gogglebox."
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