Gogglebox’s George recently celebrated his birthday and fans were left gobsmacked by his age
Joe Crutchley Screen Time reporter
10:28, 19 Nov 2025
Manchester Gogglebox star George’s real age shocks fans as he celebrates birthday(Image: Channel 4)
Gogglebox viewers have been left stunned by George’s actual age following his birthday celebrations.
George became part of the Channel 4 programme in 2017 during series 10 alongside the rest of the Worthington household: his partner Alison and her daughter Helena. The trio quickly won over audiences and became beloved fixtures on the show.
Throughout the years, George and Alison – who reside in Manchester – have delighted viewers with their witty remarks and amusing commentary on television programmes.
Beyond their appearances on the Gogglebox settee, the family regularly share glimpses of their everyday lives with followers. George recently marked a milestone birthday.
George joined the show in 2017(Image: PA)
On Tuesday (November 18) the programme posted footage of George and his loved ones celebrating his special occasion. The clip showed Helena entering the room carrying a cake whilst George looked on, reports the Mirror.
The caption read: “Happy 65th Birthday George!” Supporters quickly flooded the comments with birthday messages for George. However, many expressed shock at discovering his age.
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One viewer commented: “Doesn’t look 65 happy birthday.” Another remarked: “Happy Birthday George, looking well, don’t look 65.” A third person added: “Happy birthday George, absolutely love watching you guys on Google box. Have a wonderful day.”
Sharing similar sentiments, another fan wrote: “Happy Birthday George, have a fantastic day and I hope you are waited on all day.”
Outside of the programme, accomplished artist Helena is happily partnered with Dan and is a proud mum to six year old Irwin.
Fans were left stunned by his age
Her artwork has been showcased in esteemed venues such as The Whitworth Art Gallery and The Manchester Open at Home, and her paintings have found their way into various private collections.
In an open conversation with ilovemanchester.com, Helena revealed aspects of her personal life. Reflecting on what ignited her artistic journey, she confessed: “When I was very little I used to draw on the walls and in my mum’s cookbooks and then blame it on my brother… so I guess that was the start of things.”
Gogglebox airs every Friday at 9pm on Channel 4.