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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Conan Gray AND Jacob Alon join Lewis Capaldi’s Roundhay Festival line-up
US pop star Conan Gray and BRIT award winner Jacob Alon join the line-up for Lewis Capaldi's headline date at Roundhay Festival.
Leeds' Roundhay Park is welcoming back live music to its grounds this summer for two outdoor gigs headlined by Lewis Capaldi and Pitbull titled Roundhay Festival, with special guests slowly being announced.
Gray is recognised for standout tracks like 'Heather' and 'Maniac' while Alon has built a cult following of fans around their indie tunes like 'Fairy in a Bottle' as well as 'Liquid Gold 25'.
Jacob Alon has been showing off their artistry within the indie music scene thanks to their 2025 LP In Limerence catching the attention of many in the process.
This album has gone onto attract widespread love from music listeners and even industry professionals bagging themselves their first-ever BRIT award nomination and win - The Critics' Choice award.
Conan Gray AND Jacob Alon join Lewis Capaldi's Roundhay Festival line-up / Credit: Supplied via Press Shots
Conan Gray started out covering other artists hits before creating some of his own and releasing debut studio album Kid Krow back in 2020.
The project has production credits shared between Gray and Dan Nigro, Grammy-winning producer who has worked with Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde and more.
It's always exciting hearing updates like these, but this one is even more impressive as it's not just one stellar act joining the Roundhay Festival line-up but two, with further acts to be announced.
The almost 70,000 crowd who are heading down to Roundhay Festival when Lewis Capaldi makes his way to Leeds next summer are going to be blessed with some phenomenal live music.
This year marks American Express Presents Roundhay Festival first year with two star-studded dates fronted by powerhouse performers with the second show fronted by Pitbull and special guest Kesha.
These events have been organised with Leeds City Council and are expected to bring benefits to the local area by employing local suppliers, staff and boost spending on accommodation, food and entertainment.
Conan Gray and Jacob Alon will play alongside Lewis Capaldi at Roundhay Festival in Leeds on Saturday 4 July 2026 with tickets available HERE.
Award-winning vintage retailer announces new store in Leeds city centre
Clementine Hall
Popular vintage store brand Glass Onion is returning to Leeds with a brand-new permanent site.
Following the huge success of its temporary pop up shop in Leeds Trinity, Glass Onion is coming back with a bang and expanding into a larger, two-floor space in Leeds city centre.
They'll be taking over the old Levi's jeans unit on Lands Lane and will be opening on Wednesday 18 March, so we really don't have long to wait.
Customers can shop Leeds' best collection of sustainable vintage clothing with every piece hand selected for store at their Yorkshire HQ.
Images: The Sheff
Shop from an expertly curated mix of all your vintage favourites, including Y2K, techwear, workwear, sportswear, boho, and loads more.
The store will also feature big-name brands like The North Face, Nike, Levi’s, Adidas, and Harley Davidson, along with an exclusive Rare Archive section - home to some of Glass Onion’s rarest vintage finds.
Glass Onion’s journey began in 2005, when founder John started selling vintage clothing out of his grandma’s coal shed in Barnsley. They opened their first retail store in Sheffield in 2019, quickly becoming a local favourite and their commitment to quality and sustainability has earned them “Best Indie Retailer in Sheffield” and “Best Vintage Retailer in Sheffield” at the Exposed Magazine Awards for three consecutive years.
To celebrate the exciting launch, Glass Onion are offering free VIP tickets where shoppers will be treated to first entry as well as freebies and vouchers from Leeds indies and entry into a competition to win a £100 Glass Onion voucher to spend on the launch day.
Sophie Smith -
7th March 2022 
