Former Gogglebox star Stephen Webb, who earned well from the show, left after 10 years to open salons, unable to return due to a no-other-reality-TV rule.

Stephen Webb, a former Gogglebox star who appeared from 2013 to 2023, revealed he earned significant income from the show, using the money to open two salons. He described the experience as “very profitable” and a “dream job,” citing minimal effort required. Webb confirmed he cannot return due to a rule prohibiting cast members from appearing on other reality shows, which maintains the program’s authenticity. He stepped down at the 10-year mark to make room for new participants.