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Benjamin Lynch & David Kent

How much do the Gogglebox cast get paid - and how much TV do they need to watch?

Gogglebox became a hit as soon as it flashed onto our screens for the first time in 2013.

The faces of the show have gone on to become very well known to Channel 4 audiences.

Recently, we learned that Giles Wood had "retired at 21" and had a second job to keep himself going as he watches TV along with long-time wife Mary.

The pair are fan-favourites, with the likes of Pete and Sophie, the Malones and the Siddiquis bringing us highlights every Friday.

The show returned for a new series on Friday, which saw many again question just how often they need to film and record.

How much do the Gogglebox families get paid?

Each family on Channel 4 Gogglebox reportedly gets paid a sum of £1,500 (€1,800) a month.

This is shared out between them and they receive a free takeaway for their troubles as well - eagle-eyed viewers will spot at least one family availing of this per show.

The fee is according to insiders reporting to The Sun and has never been confirmed by Channel 4.

That doesn't mean stars can't go on to do their own thing, as the likes of Scarlett Moffatt show.

How much TV do the Gogglebox cast have to watch?

The cast of Gogglebox have to watch around 12 hours of TV a week.

The TV marathon is split across two six-hour shifts, allowing the cast to carry on with their main job commitments and any schooling they have to get through.

The long hours have led to some criticism from cast members. Paige Deville left the show in 2021 and was scathing on Twitter.

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