Gogglebox finally returns to our screens tonight after a four-month break. 

The popular Channel 4 show has confirmed the stars returning for its new series after the recent tragic deaths of three of its cast members.

Until now, it was unclear which of the fan favourites were returning after five stars reportedly quit the show following the deaths. 

The return of the hit programme will be bittersweet after the loss of Pete McGarry, Andrew Michael and Mary Cook.

What time is Gogglebox on?

Gogglebox returns to Channel 4 tonight (September 17) at 9pm.

The show's 18th series will air every Friday as usual.

You can also catch up on all previous episodes on All 4.

 

Who will be not be returning to Gogglebox?

Ahead of the new series, several fan favourites have announced that they will not be taking part in the new series.

Malvern Gazette: Pete and Linda McGarry on Gogglebox. Credit: PAPete and Linda McGarry on Gogglebox. Credit: PA

Linda McGarry, Pete's wife, has confirmed that she will not be coming back to the show after the 71 year old died of Bowel Cancer in June. 

Malvern Gazette: Mary Cook and best friend Marina Wingrove. Credit: PAMary Cook and best friend Marina Wingrove. Credit: PA

After the passing of Mary Cook, aged 92, her best friends Marina Wingrove has also chosen not to return to the series.

Wingrove joined the show with Cook in 2013 back in series 8.

Malvern Gazette: The Michael family will not be returning to Gogglebox after Andy Michael passed away. Credit: PAThe Michael family will not be returning to Gogglebox after Andy Michael passed away. Credit: PA

Sadly, Andy Michael's wife Carolyne and his children Alex and Louis will not be joining the cast either after Michael died of a short illness, aged 61.

 

Who will be returning?

There will be a lot of familiar faces returning to our screens though.

Sophie Sandiford and brother Pete will be back.

And fan favourites, Mica and Marcus, the Siddiqui's, pals Abbie and Georgia will also feature. 

We will see Stephen Webb and Daniel Lustig, the Plummers and the Baggs family as well Jenny Newby and Lee Riley, Ellie and Izzi Warner, and the Malones.

Shirely and Dave Griffths and Amira and Iqra will also return to the cast.

Gogglebox returns to Channel 4 at 9pm tomorrow night for 18.

Gogglebox returns tonight ( Friday 17 September) on Channel 4 at 9pm