Overview
- The family’s official Instagram marked Sid Siddiqui turning 81 with photos and the message, “Happy Birthday Dad aka Sid. Wishing you the most wonderful day! We love you.”
- Baasit’s wife, Mel, added a birthday comment for “Grandad,” while fans posted dozens of warm messages celebrating Sid.
- The Liverpool Echo reported the family thanked followers and noted Sid enjoyed some cake before filming, with a proper get‑together planned next week.
- Sid appears on Gogglebox with sons Baasit, Umar and Raza, while mum Nasreen chooses to stay off camera; the Derby family have featured since the show’s 2013 debut.
- Coverage also recalled recent 2025 losses, including the death of long‑time pet Rufus, a reminder of the public’s ongoing empathy for the family.