Gogglebox's Dave & Shirley bid farewell as Channel 4 airs special episode

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Everybody's favourite Welsh couple are saying goodbye to this season of Gogglebox, they shared a selfie on social media along with their farewell messages to fans. Dave and Shirley, from Caerphilly have been fan favourites on the show since they joined in 2015, but now we won't see them on our screens until later this year.
Last week, saw the final official episode of this season of Gogglebox, and tonight, May 30 there will be a special best-of episode on our screens to celebrate another successful run of the show.
The shared on Instagram: "Hope you enjoy the show tonight see you all in September, until then have a good summer xx" For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter.
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The best-of episode of will be available to watch tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. To mark the end of the season, in true Dave and Shirley style, they shared a couple of selfies to their Instagram.
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A post shared by David Griffiths (@dave_shirl_gogglebox)
Fans flocked to the comments to share their love for the couple, one said: "Have a great summer!! Thank you for all the laughs and the company!"
Another added: "Aww no what am I gonna do now every Friday!! Thanks for the laughs."
One stressed fan thought this was the end of the road for the married couple, saying: "Please please do not say this means you guys are leaving Gogglebox!!! Devastated if it is!!!!"
Although the pair reassured them that they were returning, they replied: "no we are back in September xx"
In their second post Dave and Shirley shared a selfie of them taking shots, saying "Cheers everyone! You've been a pleasure."
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A post shared by David Griffiths (@dave_shirl_gogglebox)
However some fans were disappointed to hear that they'd have to wait four months until they saw the Caerphilly duo again. One person said: "That's gone so quick, I'm actually gutted i hate this time of year. Can't wait to see you again in September. Welsh legends."
The couple, both in their 60s, have been married for almost 49 years and have certainly enjoyed some good times together on the show and off air. With some time away from the sofa they're sure to be spending it with their friends and family. You can read more about what they do in their spare time here.
It's not yet confirmed when in September the series will return, however you can watch the best-of the season tonight on Channel 4 from 9pm. Alternatively, you can catch up or re-watch previous episodes on Channel 4 on demand.