Kate Ferdinand compared her husband Rio to a ‘washing machine’ as the couple made a hilarious confession during Friday’s episode of Celebrity Gogglebox.
The TV personality, 33, and the former footballer, 45, joined a host of famous faces for the special as they watched and discussed President Trump, Sky’s Canal Boat Diaries and Channel 4‘s The Nevermets.
But while catching up on some recent TV shows, Kate and Rio discussed meal times with their ‘blended’ family of five children, with the author revealing her biggest ‘ick’ about her husband.
Speaking about his ‘wild eating habits,’ Rio explained: ‘I struggle to eat now in the house. If we haven’t got music playing on full blast, you don’t want to sit near me nor do the boys, and especially Tia.’
Kate, who welcomed her daughter Shae last July, and also shares three-year-old son Cree with husband Rio, is stepmother to the former England footballer’s children Lorenz, 17, Tate, 15 and Tia, 13.
Kate Ferdinand compared her husband Rio to a ‘washing machine’ as the couple made a hilarious confession during Friday’s episode of Celebrity Gogglebox
The TV personality, 33, and the former footballer, 45, joined a host of famous faces for the special as they watched and discussed some TV shows
Kate replied: ‘Do you not think it might just be a “you thing” now then? It’s not an “us thing.”‘
‘I’ve been around all my team mates for years in close proximity, and no one has gone “oh my god, Rio is like the wildest eater”‘, he added.
Kate exclaimed: ‘It’s like a washing. machine! We’re not all making it up, I think you just have to evaluate the way you eat.’
‘Maybe it’s because your food is so nice, I can’t control myself!’ he joked.
Other celebrities included in the special were Jeff Brazier and his son Bobby and Loose Women pals Judi Love and Charlene White as well as regulars such as Danny Dyer and daughter Dani.
Recently, Kate displayed her strong bond with stepson Lorenz as she commended him on his achievements on Instagram.
The 17-year-old is following in his footballer father Rio’s footsteps and closed off his season with Brighton FC under 18s with an awards night.
Kate went along to see the teenager, who signed as the Seagull’s U18s goalkeeper in 2022, scoop a gong, before he moves back into the family home over summer.
But while catching up on some recent TV shows, Kate and Rio discussed meal times with their ‘blended’ family of five children, with the author revealing her biggest ‘ick’ about her husband
The former TOWIE star looked effortlessly stylish in a black figure-hugging top, a satin skirt and Prada heels.
She wrote: ‘And just that the season is over. Such a proud moment watching you get your award last night. It’s been a joy to watch you grow and I feel so lucky to be on this journey with you.
‘I love you so much and we are all so happy to have you home for the summer before the hard work continues.’
Last month, Rio’s eldest son signed with New Era Global Sports Management, joining his dad and uncle Anton at the agency.
The 17-year-old signed with Brighton as their Under-18s goalkeeper in 2022 and has made 18 appearances for the Seagulls’ junior squad this term.
New Era’s current Premier League clients include Everton defenders Ben Godfrey and Michael Keane as well as Jacob Murphy.
Recently, Kate displayed her strong bond with stepson Lorenz as she commended him on his achievements on Instagram
In addition to current stars, the agency also represents the interests of Ferdinand, Mick McCarthy, Harry Redknapp and Robbie Savage.
Kate revealed last year Lorenz had flown the nest and was living with another family following his signing with the Seagulls.
The TV star and Rio admitted it was very emotional when the teenager moved out but they insisted they were proud as the family he was resident with praised his manners.
Kate said on her podcast Blended: ‘I was devastated when he moved out. It’s a real big thing, I was emotional. I miss him so much. We still see him twice a week but it’s taken a lot of getting used to.’
