Chris Packham had really huge concern over Celebrity Gogglebox after filming in own home
Posted by  badge Boss on Jul 21, 2023 - 01:52PM
He was scared to ‘let rip’ on Gogglebox (Picture: BBC/Jo Charlesworth)

has admitted he was ‘worried’ about being ‘ruthlessly critical’ on Celebrity .

The star, 62, joined his stepdaughter Megan McCubbin on the beloved programme, which also sees the like of and .

However, he was worried about what the cameras might catch him saying in his new role as a TV sofa critic.

Chris explained that his stepdaughter was a ‘great fan’ of Gogglebox, and that he’d watched it ‘from time to time’.

He went on: ‘I was more worried about the fact that they film it in a way where there’s no one in the room, you’re there with just some cameras and I do let rip at things.

‘I do say, in the comfort of my own home, I’m ruthlessly critical of whatever we’re watching.’

Chris stars alongside his stepdaughter Megan (Picture: Channel 4)
The Springwatch star was a huge hit with Gogglebox fans (Picture: PA)

Chris also spoke about watching one particular programme on Kate Thornton’s podcast, ?

He said: ‘I love artistry, I admire people who hone their skills, it completely transcends baking of course.

‘I have a sneaking admiration for that, but at the same time, I’m asking why? There’s a lot of skills you can master in life, that’s a strange one to choose.

‘But nevertheless I have a sneaking admiration for people who can make a cake truly look like anything.’

Despite concerns over his criticism, the wildlife expert won over Gogglebox fans, with one saying: ‘I have just discovered Chris Packham on Gogglebox and it is perfection.’

Another said: ‘Chris Packham on every episode of Gogglebox from now on please.’

‘1st episode of @Channel4#gogglebox and I’m in love with Chris Packham already,’ someone else wrote.

Celebrity Gogglebox airs tonight on Channel 4 at 9pm.