Celebrity Gogglebox viewers criticise 'dire' Channel 4 show
The show sees celebrity pairings react to TV programmes that have aired during the prior week.
This is in comparison to the regular version of Gogglebox, where a selection of different families and friends from around the UK do the same.
Last night's episode (Friday, June 20) saw the celebrities offer their observations on shows such as Clarkson's Farm, Love Island, Coronation Street, Countdown and Tom Kerridge Secrets Of The Pub Kitchen.
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The pairings included singer Rag'n'Bone Man alongside comedian Romesh Ranganathan, comedians Joe Wilkinson and Roisin Conaty and actor James Buckley alongside his wife Clair.
While plenty of viewers reacting to the show on X (formerly known as Twitter) enjoyed the episode, some weren't so pleased.
Some fans weren't particulatly happy watching last night's episode, comparing it negatively to the original version.
One said: "Totally unfunny celebrities on #gogglebox. Just people watching telly just isn't the same as normal Gogglebox. Cant wait for normal families. The funny ones."
Another shared: "Even though there are a few couples on Celebrity Gogglebox who are quite funny, it's not as good as the "normal" one."
A third posted: "I love Gogglebox but Celebrity Gogglebox is just dire."
However, some people were a bit more favourable to the episode, with some of the pairings getting plenty of praise.
Joe Wilkinson in particular had a lot of compliments, with one saying: "Joe Wilkinson makes me laugh before he's even opened his mouth. He dosnt even try but is funny."
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Another agreed, replying: "Could watch him all day. Effortlessly hilarious."
A third posted: "Joe Wilkinson great addition to #gogglebox".
Another shared: "Finally some good celebs on tonight.. especially Joe Wilkinson & Romesh!"
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