One of the UK's favourite shows, Gogglebox is looking for families that love watching TV to join their TV cast for their next series.
Channel 4 is currently on the lookout for new "funny families" from the North to join the next series of Gogglebox.
And those living in Leeds are being encouraged to get involved.
If you’re somehow unfamiliar with the NTA and BAFTA award-winning show that's been drawing in millions of viewers each episode since it first aired back in 2013, Gogglebox is an interesting but simple premise - which is inspired by the iconic Northern sitcom The Royle Family - where different groups of friends and families offer their opinions on a selection of TV shows from the previous week.
Gogglebox is a show that has undoubtedly made stars out of all its longstanding cast members, including Northern favourites like the Moffatts, siblings Pete and Sophie, and sisters Ellie and Izzi, as well as Manchester's the Malone family.
It’s even been reported in the past that the stars get free takeaways to tuck into while they watch all the different TV shows, and each household is paid an estimated £1,500 a month too, so it’s no wonder people want in on the action.
Manchester's The Malone family currently represent our region on the hit Channel 4 show / Credit: Channel 4
The show's producers have now put out a casting call as they're looking to add some fresh faces into the mix by introducing people who ideally "don't want to be on telly".
Giving a little more insight into the type of person Channel 4 bosses are looking to cast for the people who fancy applying, executive producer Victoria Ray explained: "The ideal people are ones who don't know that they're funny [and] we like people who are charismatic, engaging and don't necessarily see themselves as TV personalities.
Gogglebox producers are looking to recruit some new talent to bring laughs to the nation’s living rooms / Credit: Channel 4
"We like to pick people who don't want to be on the telly."
She added: "It's good when they have no filter because then they don't second-guess themselves when they're talking.
"We basically want people that you warm to and you want to see in your living rooms."
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You can watch The Traitors finale on a massive screen in Leeds next Friday
The finale of The Celebrity Traitors is hitting our TV screens next Friday, and there’s a big screening party happening in Leeds especially for it.
Don't panic guys, it's happening.
Fancy sitting down to watch one of the cultural events of the year on a big screen with dozens of others who are just as invested in the show as you are? Well, now you can.
And that’s because Belgrave Music Hall, one of the city’s most beloved event spaces and bars, will be hosting a finale watching party and we’re all invited.
Taking place next Friday 23 January, fans of The Traitors are invited to watch the finale which kicks off 9pm in the canteen.
Best part? The tickets are absolutely free and we've no doubt there'll be some banging drink deals on to get the party started.
We’re already searching our wardrobes for an item of clothing that remotely resembles a cloak.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Belgrave said: "The world famous Traitors finale screening is back at Belgrave! In the past we've been graced with the presence of OG Faithful @theomayne1, plus our Clauds has been known to make an appearance (please scroll for evidence)... twists and turns are promised 👀"
So to give this series of The Traitors a proper send off, get yourself to Belgrave Music Hall from 6pm and enjoy a few beverages with like minded fans whilst screaming at the screen as Claudia makes her way into the frame.
Whilst we're on the topic, has anyone got an incredibly glossy black fringed wig we could borrow?
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires have announced a huge gig in Halifax
Daisy Jackson
Hollywood Vampires are heading back out on tour, with a huge Yorkshire gig announced for this year.
The supergroup, which consists of one of the biggest names in Hollywood as well as one of rock’n’roll’s most iconic names, are set to perform at the AO Arena as part of a run of shows.
Hollywood Vampires is made up of A-lister Johnny Depp, as well as rock royalty including Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, plus Tommy Henriksen.
They last performed with an arena tour back in 2023, making these their first gigs in almost three years.
Hollywood Vampires have now announced a return to the stage, with a show at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax on 22 August.
They’ll be supported by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who marked their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a new album, Glasgow Eyes.
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires announce Manchester gig. Credit: Aaron Perry
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, named after Cooper’s celebrity drinking club of the same name where the aim was reportedly to ‘drink until no one could stand up’.
Over the years, the supergroup has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, and Zak Starkey (formerly the drummer for Oasis).
A Three Presale for tickets will take place from 10am on Wednesday 21 January, followed by a venue presale on Thursday 22 January, then general sale from 10am on Friday 23 January.
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7th March 2022 
