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The Irish Sun
an hour ago
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- The Irish Sun
Gogglebox star set to be a millionaire as he splashes out on TWO houses
GOGGLEBOX favourite Pete Sandiford's making the most of his amazing telly success, which has seen his bank balance boosted considerably. Appearing alongside his sister 3 Pete Sandiford and his sister Sophie are hugely popular on Gogglebox Credit: Instagram 3 The siblings joined the show in 2017 Credit: Channel 4 3 Pete is now on course to becoming a millionaire Credit: Instagram The much-loved siblings joined Gogglebox in 2017, and have been a huge hit ever since. Reaping the rewards of his popularity, the Blackpool native has made sure that any money he's made from the show hasn't gone to waste. He's proved to be a shrewd businessman - especially when it comes to property. The Sun can reveal how the TV star has recently opened up his own investment firm Corgi Real Estate. Read more on Gogglebox He has also invested in a house in Fleetwood and an apartment in nearby Thornton-Cleveleys, each worth £80,000. Pete has also capitalises on any earnings he makes from his TV career by setting up Corgi Media Ltd. Nevertheless, the star's daytime job isn't just appearing on Gogglebox - which he's only contracted to do 15 hours a week - but as a roofer and builder. He's got a business alongside a pal called TJ Joinery & Construction (NW) Ltd. Most read in Reality The firm is going along very nicely and in its first set of accounts filed a £88,475 profit. Gogglebox's Pete Sandiford reveals he's become a dad for a second time Pete and Sophie first appeared on their sofa - and bright yellow chair - in 2017 for the 10th season of Gogglebox. They quickly became popular with fans of the show for their quick wit and hilarious interactions. Aside from his humour, Pete won fans with his The duo aren't the only Sandiford siblings - they have another brother and sister called Harry and Lucy who do not appear on the show. Despite his popularity on Gogglebox, Pete still finds fame peculiar. "I am just a builder from Blackpool, so it is a bit strange when celebrities know us, " he once said. "I was on a roof yesterday."
The Sun
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Gogglebox star set to be a millionaire as he splashes out on TWO houses
GOGGLEBOX favourite Pete Sandiford's making the most of his amazing telly success, which has seen his bank balance boosted considerably. Appearing alongside his sister Sophie, 29, The Sun can reveal how Pete, 30, is on course to becoming a millionaire. 3 3 3 The much-loved siblings joined Gogglebox in 2017, and have been a huge hit ever since. Reaping the rewards of his popularity, the Blackpool native has made sure that any money he's made from the show hasn't gone to waste. He's proved to be a shrewd businessman - especially when it comes to property. The Sun can reveal how the TV star has recently opened up his own investment firm Corgi Real Estate. He has also invested in a house in Fleetwood and an apartment in nearby Thornton-Cleveleys, each worth £80,000. Pete has also capitalises on any earnings he makes from his TV career by setting up Corgi Media Ltd. Nevertheless, the star's daytime job isn't just appearing on Gogglebox - which he's only contracted to do 15 hours a week - but as a roofer and builder. He's got a business alongside a pal called TJ Joinery & Construction (NW) Ltd. The firm is going along very nicely and in its first set of accounts filed a £88,475 profit. Pete can't quit his regular job as he gets just £1,500 for each episode of Gogglebox, which is split with Sophie, so it's only right when he once said 'I have got to pay my mortgage somehow.' Gogglebox's Pete Sandiford reveals he's become a dad for a second time Pete and Sophie first appeared on their sofa - and bright yellow chair - in 2017 for the 10th season of Gogglebox. They quickly became popular with fans of the show for their quick wit and hilarious interactions. Aside from his humour, Pete won fans with his emotional side that he is never afraid to show. The duo aren't the only Sandiford siblings - they have another brother and sister called Harry and Lucy who do not appear on the show. Despite his popularity on Gogglebox, Pete still finds fame peculiar. "I am just a builder from Blackpool, so it is a bit strange when celebrities know us, " he once said. "I was on a roof yesterday."
Daily Mail
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Gogglebox star Pete Sandiford reveals his 'real age' leaving fans shocked as they confess he 'looks 18'
Gogglebox star Pete Sandiford has left Channel 4 viewers in awe after he revealed his real age. The TV star and his sister Sophie are an iconic duo on the hit series. However fans couldn't believe how old he was after he confessed he was turning 30, with many convinced he was just 18. In unearthed scenes from 2023, Pete and Sophie were filmed chatting about their personal lives and Pete revealed his girlfriend was pushing him to his limits over his daughter Eva's birthday. But as they discussed the age of his daughter, Sophie left her brother in awe when she revealed she was 27. Pete shared his surprise as he quipped: 'I'm glad you said it because I was about to say 25. You old cow.' But Sophie didn't take his comments lightly and reminded him that he was soon to hit a huge age milestone and turn 30. The TV star and his sister Sophie are an iconic duo on the hit series. However fans couldn't believe how old he was after he confessed he was turning 30 She snapped back: 'You're the big 30 this year. A dirty thirty.' The revelation left TV buffs in shock as they could not believe his age. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one viewer penned: 'Can't believe Pete is nearly 30? He looks 18.' Another another wrote: 'Pete and Sophie from Gogglebox are absolute icons.' Later that year, Pete celebrated the big bash with his social media followers as he took to Instagram to share a video of a birthday cake. To mark the special occasion, Pete enjoyed a fun caterpillar cake that boasted 30 candles. Announcing the news, he wrote: 'Name me a better birthday cake. Or three. Happy 30th.' While not much is disclosed about his private life, Pete has been been happily married to his wife Paige since 2021 and welcomed their first child together later on in the same year. The Gogglebox's favourite couple announced in December 2022 they were expecting their second child, with Peter sharing the joyful news with fans officially during an episode. Their second child, a daughter, was born in June 2023, and Pete took the occasion to introduce him through the telly. While sweetly cradling the teeny tiny, he called out his sister Sophie who was in the other room and said: 'Sophie, did I tell you Eva's full name? She's going to be Eva Sylvie Sandiford.' And Sophie seemed to be just every inch of the happy auntie as she gushed: 'I love it!' Pete and Sophie have been Gogglebox regulars and long time favourites since they first appeared on the show in 2017.
