Gogglebox Siddiqui family reveal rarely-seen member and fans all say same thing

Gogglebox fans have been thrilled after a seldom-seen member of the Siddiqui household made a surprise appearance in a social media clip.

The cherished family became part of the inaugural series of the Channel 4 programme back in 2013, featuring Baasit alongside his two siblings, Umar and Raza, plus their dad Sid. However, mum Nasreen has remained absent from the show.

It's safe to say the Derby-based Siddiqui clan quickly established themselves as viewer favourites. Throughout the years, the family have left audiences in hysterics with their witty remarks and amusing reactions to television moments.

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Recently, Sid posted a video on the family's Instagram account. Yet it was an infrequently-spotted member appearing with Sid that sparked considerable discussion, reports the Manchester Evening News.

During the footage, Sid encouraged supporters to watch the fresh Gogglebox instalment and was joined by the household's adored feline Rocky. He informed watchers: "You'll see me and him [the cat]."

Within the comments area, supporters were effusive about Rocky's cameo. One individual commented: "Love you and your family and Rocky!" Someone else contributed: "Aw Rocky." A third person remarked: "Love Rocky and your family."

Meanwhile in other Gogglebox developments, Baasit recently marked his birthday, prompting his spouse Mel to post a touching tribute. Mel, who is mother to Baasit's two youngsters, used Instagram to publish a moving birthday message for her partner.

She wrote: "Happy birthday @baasit_siddiqui, Wishing you the most wonderful birthday, we all love you to the moon and back and are so proud of everything you do, Love you always xxx."

She posted a photograph of him sporting a 'Best. Daddy. Ever' t-shirt, alongside some sweet family photographs.

Fans flocked to send their birthday wishes to Baasit, including fellow Gogglebox personality Tristan Daine Plummer, who features on Gogglebox alongside his brothers.

"Happy birthday poppet xxx all the way from Hilton," one wrote, as another said: "Have a fantastic day." A third echoed: "Happy birthday mate, hope you have a great day!"

Gogglebox airs on Friday at 9pm on Channel 4.