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Edinburgh Live
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Gogglebox stars say 'oh my god' as fans slam Dermot O'Leary segment minutes into episode
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Gogglebox viewers were united in their dismay over a Dermot O'Leary segment on Friday (May 9), which left the Channel 4 stars visibly uncomfortable. The latest episode of the popular reality show saw the sofa critics watch Dermot's new gameshow, Silence is Golden, where a whopping £250,000 prize pot is at stake for an audience that must remain completely silent to win. However, silence comes at a price as contestants are tempted into speech by a troupe of comedians determined to elicit laughter. Throughout the series, Dermot is joined by three returning comedy captains, Katherine Ryan, Seann Walsh and Fatiha El-Ghorri. While watching the show on Friday, the Gogglebox cast were stunned when an elderly woman appeared on screen completely naked, in an effort to make the audience speak, reports Wales Online. Amani Rota couldn't hold back her shock, exclaiming "Oh my god!" while her sister Amira watched on in horror. Shirley Griffiths was bewildered, asking "What is that?" only for her husband, Dave, to clarify: "It's a naked woman, isn't it?" "Oh no!" said Umar Siddiqui, while Amira shared: "I'd be shouting!" Audience members at home echoed the sentiment, flocking to X (formerly Twitter) to express their revulsion. One viewer expressed their outrage, posting: "Oh my gosh! She's naked. That is filth! Why, just why would you do it and why would it be shown on TV on any show. Ugh!" while another disgruntled fan commented: "This #SilenceIsGolden is absolutely stupid." A third viewer couldn't help but express their amusement, remarking: "How are they keeping silent with that naked granny in their face!" Meanwhile, another fan said: "That show looks hilarious. Gotta watch it after this." Silence is Golden premiered on U and U&Dave on Monday (May 5) to mixed reviews from critics. While The Guardian praised the show as having "good, clean, harmless fun," The i Paper was less impressed, labelling it "embarrassingly unfunny". Ahead of its launch, Dermot voiced his enthusiasm in a statement, saying: "I'm so looking forward to Silence is Golden. When a show like this falls into your lap, you can't quite believe your luck. "Looking forward to having lots of fun with the audience, our comedians and assorted cast of regulars, all trying to make the audience laugh, gasp and giggle." Gogglebox airs on Channel 4 and Silence is Golden airs on U and U&Dave
Wales Online
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
This Morning's Alison Hammond tells fans to 'buckle up' in move away from ITV show
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Next month, BBC viewers will see beloved presenter Alison Hammond spend quality time with some of the UK's best-known stars in her new show. Titled Alison Hammond's Big Weekend, the 50-year-old will give people a candid look into the private lives of celebrities, including Perri Edwards, Spice Girl Mel B, and Sir Lenny Henry. While getting a glimpse into their homes, the This Morning star will delve deeper into their personal lives and history. The first episode, which will air on May 16, will see Alison and Perri Edwards head to the singer's hometown of South Shields. A synopsis reads: "All six celebrities open themselves up to Alison, sharing personal revelations, fun times, and the occasional tear as they show Alison the people and places that have shaped them into the stars they are today. "The show takes Alison across the UK as she asks the big questions viewers are dying to know - all in her unique and hilarious way that has made the star one of the country's most beloved TV personalities." Ahead of the new series, Alison has shared her excitement as she teased that there are some unexpected surprises along the way. When asked what viewers can expect to see from the six-part series, she said: "Oh, babes, buckle up! Big Weekend is all about me getting celebs to have the juiciest, funniest, and sometimes most emotional chats. "It's a full-blown experience! We're talking deep convos, belly laughs and spontaneous singalongs. From roller coasters with Mel B to ice baths with Jimmy Carr, this series is packed with surprises." (Image: ITV) Although there are set to be laughs along the way, Alison shared that there are also some emotional moments where the celebrities open up to her, which she didn't expect. The star added: "There's something about spending proper time with someone that makes people relax. "We had some deep chats, some absolute screamers, and even a few tears. Turns out, a weekend with Alison Hammond is basically therapy!" Other stars expected to appear on the BBC show include Jimmy Carr, Tony Bellew, and Luke Evans. (Image: ITV) Alison isn't the only This Morning star with a new show as her colleague Dermot O'Leary is fronting a new game show, Silence is Golden. Homed on U and U&Dave, the series allows the studio audience to win £250,000. All they need to do is remain silent. With a group of well-known comedians trying to make them crack, will they remain quiet to split the prize pot? Alison Hammond's Big Weekend airs on BBC One and iPlayer from Friday 16th May 8:30pm
