Channel 4's beloved reality series Gogglebox delivered a heartwarming surprise for viewers on Friday night as stars Dave and Shirley Griffiths announced a monumental personal milestone.
A Golden Celebration On Air
Just moments into the episode, Dave created a memorable scene by setting off a loud confetti cannon, startling his wife Shirley. The unexpected blast led to a characteristically humorous reaction from Shirley, who exclaimed, "You stupid cow! You d**k!" before the reason for the celebration became clear.
A beaming Dave immediately declared, "Happy anniversary! We've got to celebrate, haven't we, 50 years!" The couple then shared a kiss, marking five decades of marriage. Shirley, giggling, quickly pointed out that their pet dogs had been covered in the colourful confetti, adding a touch of classic domestic chaos to the romantic gesture.
Social Media Well-Wishes Pour In
The celebration extended beyond the television screen. On their joint Instagram account, the couple marked the occasion by sharing a nostalgic throwback photo. Dave captioned the post: "50years on November 15th I wed the lovely Shirley, Happy anniversary darling here's to making more happy memories."
The official Gogglebox Instagram account also joined in, posting a tribute with the message: "How it started… how it’s going" accompanied by yellow heart emojis. They added, "Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary @dave_shirl_gogglebox #50years #Golden #Wedding #Anniversary."
Fellow Stars and Fans React
The announcement prompted an outpouring of congratulations from colleagues and viewers alike. Fellow Gogglebox star Ellie Warner commented, "Happy golden wedding anniversary you lovely pair," while her sister Izzi added, "Congratulations both! Wishing you many more years of wedded bliss."
Former cast member Mica Ven called them "beauties," and the duo Jenny Newby and Lee Riley joked, "Awhhhhhh Happy Anniversary to you lovely pair but who gets the medal." Fans flooded social media with messages, with one writing, "Happy anniversary to you both, may you share many more in the years to come," and another describing them as a "beautiful couple."
The Welsh couple, who have been fan favourites since they first appeared on the Channel 4 programme in 2015, have clearly secured a special place in the nation's heart. Gogglebox continues to air on Friday nights at 9pm on Channel 4.
