Over the weekend it was reported that former Gogglebox family the Tappers, made up of dad Jonathan, mum Nikki, son Josh and daughter Amy, had all contracted Coronavirus, with 52-year-old Jonathan left fighting for his life.
However, thankfully it looks like all four members of the family have now recovered, with the Tappers uploading a family TikTok video earlier this week showing their recovery.
Amy, who appeared on E4 show Celebs Go Dating last year, has now taken to her Instagram page to thank fans for their overwhelming support, revealing they've all overcome the virus.
Sharing a photo alongside her dad Jonathan, Amy wrote, 'I would just like to say a huge thank you to everyone for all the love and support given to me and my family after overcoming the coronavirus💗 It was a really overwhelming time for us all, but we couldn’t be more grateful and to be out the other side'.
After revealing their recent weigh-loss helped them overcome the virus, Amy then told fans, 'I’ve been getting so many questions about the plan my dad and I followed to lose weight after the news that came out this morning. It's called Do The Unthinkable and if you're interested in giving it a try and having all your meals and snacks safely delivered to your door then drop them a follow @dotheunthinkableuk or check out the link in my story🙌🏼💪🏼 #ad'. (sic)
The Tapper family made the decision to leave Gogglebox back in 2018, after Josh landed a job in Downing Street. Prior to that, they were one of the most popular families on the show, having first appeared way back in 2013.
Check out all of the current Gogglebox cast below:
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1 of 17The Malone family
The Malone family, made up of Tom, Julie, Tom Jnr and Shaun, are one of the most popular families with fans. They first joined the cast in 2014. In February 2021, just one day before series 17, Tom Jr announced he'd quit the show. Don't worry though, his family will still feature!In March 2021, Tom and Julie's daughter Vanessa joined the show!
2 of 17Ellie and Izzi Warner
Sisters Ellie and Izzi Warner from Leeds have also become fan favourites after first joining the show in 2015. Izzi gave birth to a beautiful baby girl called Bessie Rose in early 2020, whilst Ellie recently unveiled a huge hair transformation. In early 2022, Izzi also introduced fans to her brand new puppy called Cookie. Ellie and Izzi took a break from Gogglebox during season 19, following Ellie's boyfriend Nat being left 'fighting for his life' after he was hit by a car during a night out in Leeds in March. Ellie later revealed on 13th May that her and sister Izzi would be returning to our screens that night, thanking fans for their well wishes.
3 of 17Pete and Sophie
Brother and sister duo Pete and Sophie Sandiford have become one of the most popular castings in Gogglebox history! The funny siblings first joined the cast in 2017. It seems that comedy runs in the family for these two, with the recent revelation that the pair are related to none other than Paul Chuckle himself!After getting married to his girlfriend Paige Yeomans, the pair welcomed their first child into the world in 2021, with little Jimmy already making an appearance on Gogglebox.
4 of 17Jenny and Lee
Best friends Jenny and Lee are also back, they first joined the show on series 4 back in 2014! The pair have us in fits of giggles with their banter both on and off the show.Jenny and Lee, who film the show from Lee's caravan in Hull, have been best friends for over 20 years and often delight fans by sharing throwback photos of each other.In series 19, Jenny and Lee took a break from the show after Jenny underwent surgery for a minor illness. The pair have confirmed they'll be back for series 20.
5 of 17Abbie and Georgia
Durham girls Abbie and Georgia first joined the show back in 2018. In 2022, just one month before series 19 hit our screens, Georgia announced she was expecting her first baby, confirming her due date is July 2022.
6 of 17Stephen Webb and Daniel Lustig
Hairdresser Stephen Webb has appeared on every single series of Gogglebox, and in 2019 his husband Daniel Lustig joined him! For the first few series, Stephen appeared alongside his best friend and fellow hairdresser Chris Ashby-Steed. As well as Stephen's mum also making an appearance, Daniel joined the show full time in 2019.
7 of 17Dave and Shirley
Welsh couple Dave and Shirley, who have been married for over 40 years, first joined the show back in 2015.
8 of 17The Siddiqui family
The Siddiqui family, made up of Umar, Baasit and their dad Sid, have become Gogglebox legends since joining the show back in series 1. Brother Raza also occasionally makes an appearance on the show, but due to working away, he can't always commit to filming.
9 of 17Giles and Mary
Gogglebox fans fell in love with Giles and his wife Mary when they joined the cast in 2015, mainly due to Giles' hilarious stories... Much to Mary's annoyance.
10 of 17Mica Ven and Marcus Luther
Long-term couple Mica Ven and Marcus Luther from South London first joined the cast of Gogglebox for series 11 back in 2018. Mica's two daughters Sachelle and Shuggy, from a previous relationship, also sometimes appear on the sofa.
11 of 17The Worthingtons
The Worthingtons, made up of Alison, her husband George and her daughter Helena, joined the cast in series 10. In 2019, Helena welcomed a baby boy called Edwin, and he's already made his debut.
12 of 17Amira and Iqra
Amira and Iqra first joined the show back in 2017 with their other friend Amani, but now it's just the two of them leaving viewers in stitches with their comments.
13 of 17Tremaine, Twaine and Tristan
Tremaine, Twaine and Tristan, brothers from Bristol, joined back in 2016, quickly becoming a big hit with viewers.
14 of 17The Baggs family
Despite not taking part in series 17 of the show, The Baggs family, featuring Lisa, Terry, George and Joe, returned for series 18.
15 of 17Simon and Jane
Joining the cast for series 18, Simon and his sister Jane appeared on the box for the first time on 22nd October 2021!They are also back for series 19!
16 of 17Ronnie and Annie
Joining the cast in November 2021 was Ronnie and his wife Annie!
17 of 17Roisin and Joe
Unveiled as brand new cast members on Friday 25th February 2022, young couple Roisin and Joe are the first Scottish people to appear on the show since 2016!
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Earlier this week it was reported that Jonathan Tapper was left fighting for his life after contracting Coronavirus, with his wife Nikki telling The Daily Star, "One night Jonathan came home from work and was unable to move.
"He had a cough and high temperature. He laid down on the sofa and – with no exaggeration – he stayed there for two weeks in our lounge room. We tended to him as best we could, but at times he seemed unable to breathe.
"Having spoken to the doctors, they urged us to stay home, but they said to quickly get an oxygen monitor, which fixed to his finger.”