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Viewer Backlash Erupts Over Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash’s New BBC Reality Show
Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash‘s new reality show, “Stacey & Joe,” has faced immediate viewer backlash after its debut on BBC One. Audiences tuning in to the first episode of the series, which offers a glimpse into their family life at ‘Pickle Cottage’, reportedly switched off within minutes, expressing their disapproval on social media platforms.
Swift Viewer Disengagement and Online Criticism
The six-part documentary series, “Stacey & Joe,” aims to provide an intimate portrayal of the celebrity couple’s domestic life, featuring their children, pets, and the routines of their blended family. However, the show’s premiere on Tuesday evening, April 1st, prompted a wave of negative reactions online as viewers took to social media platform X, formerly Twitter, to voice their discontent.
- One user sharply criticised the program, questioning the BBC’s allocation of license fee funding.
- Another echoed this sentiment, expressing disbelief at the commissioning of the show.
- Further comments included questions about the perceived public interest in such programming and accusations of wasting public funds.
- Some viewers conveyed stronger disapproval, questioning the premise of the show and the celebrities involved.
Viewer Reactions Highlight Show’s Perceived Lack of Merit
The social media response indicated a strong negative sentiment towards “Stacey & Joe.” Viewers questioned the show’s value and purpose, with some labelling it as “utter crap” and “absolute trash.” The tone of the online commentary was overwhelmingly critical, suggesting a significant disconnect between the BBC’s programming choice and viewer expectations.
Despite the negative initial reception, the series reportedly showcases the couple’s everyday life, including candid moments and disagreements. Having been together since 2016, Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have built a family, married, and renovated their Essex residence, ‘Pickle Cottage’, which serves as the backdrop for the BBC reality show.
Joe Swash Recalls First Encounter with Stacey Solomon
Prior to the BBC programme airing, Joe Swash shared anecdotes about his initial impressions of Stacey Solomon. He recounted his first meeting with her after her victory on “I’m A Celebrity” in 2010, where he was presenting the spin-off show.
“Like a Film”: Swash’s First Impression of Solomon
In a clip from the show, Joe Swash described his admiration for Stacey Solomon from afar, stating, “I was like a weird little stalker watching from afar.” He detailed the moment she emerged victorious from the jungle, recalling, “The day that she won the jungle, I remember thinking, ‘Right, I’m going to meet her now’.”
Unforgettable First Meeting
Detailing the scene further, Joe Swash added, “The sun was lit from the back of her head, she was walking across the bridge, the wind was blowing. I was thinking, ‘this is like a film!'” He humorously concluded by noting a less glamorous aspect of their first meeting: “Then she came over, and the first thing that hit me was the smell. I’ve never smelt nothing like it in all my life! I’ve smelt so many people coming out of that jungle and thought, ‘Oh, they smell a bit pongy’. Stacey was on a different level!”
“Stacey & Joe” is broadcast on Tuesdays at 8pm on BBC One and is available for catch-up on BBC iPlayer.