Gogglebox star Jenny Newby rushed to hospital as she’s forced to miss BAFTA win for operation

GOGGLEBOX star Jenny Newby has been forced to watch the Channel 4 shows’s BAFTA TV award win from her hospital bed.  

The 66-year-old’s co-star Lee Riley said she’s undergone a mystery operation as he held their gong for Constructed Reality. 

Speaking backstage in the winners’ room Lee said:“Jenny was supposed to be here, but she’s had to have a minor operation. 

“It came this week and she couldn’t turn it down. 

“She’s actually still in hospital so she’ll be watching from there from her hospital bed.”

It comes after fans were left worried on Friday as Jenny and Lee disappeared without explanation.

The stars - who are fan favourites in the show - didn't feature in the Channel 4 episode.

There was no warning they wouldn't be appearing - despite all the usuals being on-screen.

Last week Lee gave fans a glimpse inside his recent Cyprus holiday with his boyfriend.

The reality star jetted over to the holiday hotspot to see his other half Steve Mail.

Lee, 51, shared an adorable snap with huge smiles on their faces as they reunited.

Posting the pic on his joint Instagram account with his Gogglebox co-star Jenny Newby, Lee wrote: "Love being home if only a short visit to see your loved one ❤️❤️."

He hasn't posted since - leaving viewers wondering why he's not on the show.

One said: "Tonight's #Gogglebox not the same without Lee and Jenny."

Another asked: "Where’s Jenny & Lee…"