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Gogglebox Australia reacting to Heated Rivalry - Part 2
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Our favourite Gogglebox couple talk about prejudice, parenthood and putting family first.
"Viewers may be familiar with Gogglebox Australia stars Wayne and Tom. The confident and hilarious duo are full of energy as they open up about their pride and joy – daughters Jade, 27, and Tegan, 24, and son Zac, 26."
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How Brisbane's gay Gogglebox stars deal with fan dick pics
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How Brisbane's gay Gogglebox stars deal with fan dick pics
We chat with the queer Brisbane/Meanjin Gogglebox stars Kevin (middle) and Jared (left) about what happens behind the scenes, the importance of representation and unsolicited dick pics.
The show
Give us a peek behind the curtain, how does it all work during filming? When do you all get together, what’s the set-up like and how long does it all take?
Without giving away all of the secrets, we do very little. We show up, watch the content and our amazing crew take care of everything else.
Set up takes a little while as the equipment needs to be tested, but the pack-down process is super quick.
Half the time you forget the crew are even there, which makes the whole experience more enjoyable.
Is it hard to watch and chat naturally knowing millions could hear what you say?
When we first started, we were a little more cautious in the things we said and how we presented ourselves, but now we just throw caution to the wind and chat as if there wasn’t a TV crew in the house. Having a few drinks also helps lubricate the lips.
What have you learnt since you first started compared to now?
We’ve always been fans of Gogglebox, hence why we auditioned to be on it, but none of us really knew just how serious some fans took the show.
Since starting we’ve come to learn that Gogglebox has some diehard fans who have been following the show for 20 seasons, and who have lots to say about the show and the cast (good and bad) on social media.
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The edit
Are you ever surprised about what makes the edit and what doesn’t?
Yes and no, we’re more surprised about what doesn’t make it versus what does. As Blackfullas, we often have a different take on things and find random stuff funny, so we’re never sure what’s going to make the final cut. It’s always fun to watch back and see what makes it on air.
With the four of you, do you fight with each other for the best comments?
Jared: I think there was definitely a bit of trying to one-up each other with outlandish comments when we first started, but after doing this for two years now, I think we can all agree I’m the wittiest and make the best comments!
Kevin: Although we’ve got a lot of similarities, we’re all so different and enjoy different shows – the best comments usually come from whoever is enjoying the show the most…or who had the most drinks!”
Have you ever said or done anything that you’ve regretted?
Jared: One time I had a few too many wines and started arguing with a person in a Gogglebox fan page about some pretty vile things they were saying about us and other people from the show. Do I regret it? Yes. Would I do it again? Probably.
Kevin: In our earlier seasons, there were definitely a few times I watched stuff back and cringed, but now we’re in our fifth season, I try not to sweat the small stuff and just have fun.
Sometimes it’s not us that has the regret; it’s those who send unsolicited dick pics to our joint Gogglebox house Instagram and get called out for it, or those who make racist or homophobic comments and get put on blast by us.
Representation
As representatives of Brisbane/Meanjin, the queer community and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, do you feel you have to carry a lot of expectations?
Yes and no. We’re obviously very proud to be a part of the Black, queer community of Brisbane/Meanjin and appreciate how important it is to have Blackfullas on Gogglebox, but we try not to let any expectations take away from the fun.
What’s queer life for you in Brisbane/Meanjin like – are you homebodies, do you hit the scene or do other community events?
We try to get around to heaps of community events and spaces when we’re not filming. A Friday or Saturday night out will involve the Wickham the Beat, Sporties and lots of regret.
The Alexander Ball and MELT are favourites of ours and something we look forward to each year. There is the odd occasion when we’re unable to attend events like Brisbane Pride Fair Day because it’s usually on a day when we film so that can be a little annoying.
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Do people recognise you in the street and come up to you?
Out of all of us, Kevin and Bob get recognised the most and then Mia is next, which is hilarious because Mia hasn’t been on the show for two seasons due to being a first-time mum. Jared has permanent resting bitch face when he’s not on the show so it’s probably why people don’t approach him.
What should people know about you outside of your Gogglebox role?
In all honesty, we’re just normal people with normal lives and normal jobs who just happen to be on TV.
Gogglebox is currently airing Wednesday nights on Foxtel’s Lifestyle channel and Thursday nights on Channel 10.
You can follow the group @mia.kevin.bob.jared on Instagram
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Gogglebox Australia's Tim Lai married his partner Mark
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Gogglebox Australia's Tim Lai married his partner Mark
Gogglebox Australia‘s Tim Lai got married to his partner of 25 years Mark in Melbourne on the weekend
The couple were surrounded by family and chosen family as they celebrated at a ceremony at the Old Melbourne Gaol.
“It was an incredible fairy tale wedding. Everyone told us that marriage is like a life sentence, so we figured why not get married in Melbourne’s oldest gaol?” Tim told QNews.
“For us to actually now be to be together and have it be legally recognized is the most amazing thing.
“I’ve got friends from and family from Malaysia who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Unfortunately, they’re not allowed to live their authentic selves. They were blown away that we can publicly get married and show our love for each other.”
Their wedding was officiated by Mark’s best friend from high school, with family and friends creating floral arrangements and taking care of the photos, as well as a magnificent cake baked by Aaron Hawton from The Great Australian Bake Off.
“We spent six months collaborating over the flavours,” Tim told us.
“One tear was a Malaysian flavour classic Kaya, which is a coconut jam with a pandan sponge. The second was a black sesame and yuzu curd. It was delicious.”
But why have just one wedding…
Tim laughed, “When we first met 25 years ago, we actually said that if it was ever legalized we’d never get married. We’d do it purely so that all our hetero friends would have to pay back all the presents we’ve given them!”
But he and Mark have come up with a special way to mark their nuptials. Instead of a honeymoon, they spoke to us this morning from Melbourne airport, as they head overseas to get married again!
“Melbourne was actually the first, the legal wedding with our biological family and a few chosen family who couldn’t make it to our second wedding,” he said from Melbourne Airport.
By the time this interview is published, Tim and Mark will be on a plane flying to Scotland. There, they’ll hold their second wedding with chosen family and loved ones from around the world.
“My best man is my best mate since high school and he’s organising a stag do which happens to coincide with Edinburgh Pride. Apparently, we’re marching! He’s told me to be prepared to be embarrassed in public.”
Tim told us, “Despite what people may think, I don’t actually like attention on me.
“Having every single set of eyes on both my husband and I this weekend was quite intense.
“But being able to be legally recognized as everyone else, having this equality that all my heteronormative friends have always had, when Mark and I have been together for so long is the most amazing thing.
“It’s really special to be together and have it legally recognised.”
Congratulations and have a safe trip, Tim and Mark! Enjoy your next wedding and time in Scotland.
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