Gogglebox Star Devastated by Sister's Sudden Death After Losing Four Family Members to Covid

Gogglebox Legend Mourns Sister's Tragic Passing

Gogglebox star Sandra Martin has shared the heartbreaking news of her sister's sudden death. The reality TV personality, best known for her role on the popular Channel 4 show alongside her best friend Sandi Bogle, has been left devastated once again, having already lost four family members to Covid.

Tribute to Her Beloved Sibling

Sandra, 61, took to Twitter to pay tribute to her late sister Jennifer. Alongside pictures of the pair together, she wrote, "My sister Jennifer Richards has passed away... I LOVE YOU JEN." Sandra also posted another photo of the siblings and added, "R.I.P JENNIFER RICHARDS."

A Year of Heartache

This tragic loss adds to the already immense pain Sandra has endured over the past year. In April 2020, she shared a tearful post on Twitter, revealing the passing of her sister-in-law's daughter. Now, with the sudden death of her sister Jennifer, Sandra faces yet another devastating blow.

From Stardom to Struggle

In addition to her personal losses, Sandra has faced financial struggles in recent years. Despite the fame and success that came with Gogglebox, she confessed to The Celeb Report earlier this year that she is once again relying on benefits. The star opened up about the challenges of adjusting to life after leaving the show and the anxiety she felt about ending up back on welfare.

A Rollercoaster Journey

Sandra's journey in the spotlight has been a rollercoaster ride. When Sandi left Gogglebox in 2016 to explore different career opportunities, Sandra faced uncertainty. She experienced anxiety and even had a panic attack, fearing that she would have to rely on benefits again. While she initially found a friend to join her on the show, producers were hesitant about having someone with an American accent. In the end, Sandra's daughter Chanchez Martin took on the role. Sandra eventually left Gogglebox herself two years later.

Life After Gogglebox

Since parting ways with Gogglebox, Sandra has appeared on various other television shows, including Celebrity First Dates and 100 Years Younger in 21 Days. Despite the ups and downs, Sandra continues to make her mark in the entertainment industry.