A comedian, facing the challenge of getting her show noticed, took matters into her own hands – and brilliantly impersonated the stars of a beloved television institution.
Lucia Keskin, known as Chi With A C, playfully lamented not being able to secure a spot for her series, “Things You Should Have Done,” on the popular show *Gogglebox*. Her solution? To *become* *Gogglebox*, recreating the experience with remarkable accuracy.
Keskin’s online skit featured spot-on impressions of *Gogglebox* favorites like Lee and Jenny, Ellie and Izzi, and Giles and Mary, even including the Malone family and their canine companion. She flawlessly captured their mannerisms and the show’s signature deadpan narration.
The video opens with a familiar voice, mimicking the style of a classic British sitcom, declaring, “In a week that started with a Monday and ended with a Sunday, we enjoyed some new strange telly.” Then, the *Gogglebox* cast – all portrayed by Keskin – settle in to watch a clip from her own comedy.
The response was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Viewers flooded social media with praise, with one user declaring her Ellie and Izzi impressions “more Ellie and Izzi than Ellie and Izzi.” Another called the entire performance “an absolute masterpiece.”
“Things You Should Have Done,” which debuted in 2024, has quietly garnered a dedicated following, with some calling it “the most underrated thing on BBC iPlayer.” The show follows Chi as she navigates adulthood after unexpectedly losing her parents.
The series, starring Bridget Christie and Selin Hizli, explores the challenges of independence with a unique comedic voice. One recent episode was hailed as “genuinely one of the funniest episodes of any show” by a captivated viewer.
Season two kicks off with an episode titled “Get Therapy,” hinting at the obstacles Chi will face as she strives to overcome her self-imposed limitations and build a life on her own terms.
Keskin’s clever tribute highlights not only her comedic talent but also the enduring appeal of *Gogglebox* – a show that continues to resonate with audiences as it prepares for its twenty-sixth season.
