Fans of Gogglebox were left wondering about the sudden absence of one beloved family member, Raza Siddiqui, from the sofa this season. Now, the truth has come out — Raza has been hospitalised after a frightening fall that left him with cracked ribs, forcing him to step back from filming while he recovers.
What Happened to Raza?
The Siddiqui family — Raza, his brothers Umar and Baasit, and their father Sid — have been Gogglebox favourites since the show’s debut in 2013. Their humour, warmth, and tight-knit bond made them fan favourites, so when Raza wasn’t seen on the sofa, fans immediately became concerned.
On Tuesday, the family took to Instagram to explain, revealing that Raza’s fall occurred “a few weeks back” and resulted in cracked ribs, making it impossible for him to film while he heals.
Reassuring Fans
The family shared reassuring photos: one of Raza smiling from his hospital bed, and another showing a heartwarming moment at home as Raza cuddled his nephew Theodore on the sofa.
In their update, they wrote:
“For all you eagle-eyed Goggleboxers, you may have noticed Raza hasn’t joined us on the sofa this season. Sadly, he had a fall and cracked some ribs. He’s recovering nicely and will be back with us in a few weeks.”
They added that despite the painful injury, Raza’s spirits remain high:
“He’s absolutely smashing his recovery — staying positive with walks, telly, reading, and plenty of nephew cuddles.”
A Heartfelt Message
Ending their post with a touching note, the family wrote:
“We know your well wishes will bring a bigger smile to his face than morphine ever could. Can’t wait to have all four Siddiquis back on team @c4gogglebox.”
The response from fans was overwhelming, with messages of love and support flooding the comments, all eager for Raza’s speedy recovery and return to the show.
A Family That Fans Truly Care About
This outpouring of support isn’t new for the Siddiqui family. Last year, fans rallied behind Baasit Siddiqui when he and his wife, Melissa, ran the London Marathon for the mental health charity Mind, a cause close to Baasit’s heart after years of work in education and family support.
This deep connection with fans is why Raza’s health update struck such a chord.
When Will Raza Return?
The good news: Raza is expected to return later this season once he’s fully recovered. Fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the iconic Gogglebox sofa, knowing it will soon be complete once again.
For now, fans are simply relieved to know Raza is healing, staying positive, and looking forward to rejoining his family on Gogglebox. 💖
