Dave and Shirley Gogglebox: How long have the Gogglebox stars been married?
DAVE AND SHIRLEY have become fan favourites on Gogglebox but how long have the pair been married?
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Dave and Shirley Griffiths joined Gogglebox in 2015 and five years on have since become a hit with fans of the show. While we get an insight into their lives each week as they catch up on the week's TV highlights, what is known of Dave and Shirley's marriage?
How long have Gogglebox stars Dave and Shirley been married?
Dave and Shirley have been married 45 years with the pair celebrating their anniversary earlier this month.
In a post to their Instagram, the Gogglebox stars shared a snap from their wedding day, with Dave writing: "45 years tomorrow, this girls dreams came true."
"Happy anniversary for tomorrow sweetheart."
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At the time he also shared a separate message with his followers on Twitter.
He wrote: "45 years tomorrow, this girl wished upon a star and her dreams came true.
"Happy anniversary darling #Gogglebox #lifegoals #bliss."
Dave and Shirley joined the Gogglebox series in 2015, the same year as sisters Ellie and Izzi.
Since joining the Channel 4 series Dave and Shirley have become fan favourites among the Gogglebox cast.
They live in Caerphilly in South Wales with their living room having since become well known by many Gogglebox fans.
The couple have previously opened up on how they were chosen to join the popular Channel 4 series.
During an interview with Wales Online, Dave said: "It all started when a Gogglebox casting person approached Shirley at her work and said she seemed to fit what they were looking for."
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Dave went on to recall how they at first they didn't expect to hear back from the show's researches.
He added: "We took it as a compliment but didn't think anything would happen. How wrong were we?!
"We have always watched Gogglebox and still enjoy watching even though we're on it now."
Away from their role on Gogglebox, Dave works as a cleaner in a factory whereas Shirley works in retail.
While they are not seen on TV, Dave and Shirley also have two French bulldogs named Blue and Rupert.
Gogglebox will air tonight on Channel 4 at 9pm.