Gogglebox stars Marcus Luther and Mica Ven enjoyed a lavish party cruise to Jamaica just days before announcing their decision to leave the popular Channel 4 show after five years.
The couple shared a series of pictures and videos from the Jamrock Reggae Cruise on their Instagram pages this week after taking off with their family.
Their final vacation posts came just hours before they announced Monday that they had decided to step down from the BAFTA and National Television Award-winning series to pursue other projects.
Holiday spirit: Marcus Luther and Mica Ven enjoyed a lavish party cruise to Jamaica just days before announcing their decision to leave Gogglebox on Monday
In a photo from the couple’s trip, Mica looked sensational as she showed off her curves in a white mini dress with sheer panels.
She stood in front of businessman Marcus, who was wearing a white t-shirt and shorts to match her outfit, as they stood on the steps of their cruise ship.
Another picture showed Marcus wearing an open patterned shirt to show off his toned torso and matching shorts while enjoying the warm local climate, with the TV star referring to the UK weather at home in his post: “Look like I wouldn’t be wearing outfits like that for a long time in all that snow and ice.’
Farewell: The Gogglebox favorites have left the popular Channel 4 show after five years to pursue other projects
Fun in the sun: The couple shared a series of pictures and videos from the Jamrock Reggae Cruise on their Instagram pages this week after taking off with their family
Relaxed: Marcus lay on the sandy beach as he and Mica enjoyed some time in the sun on their holiday
Elsewhere, the couple were seen relaxing on the white sandy beach and frolicking in the sea while enjoying their vacation abroad.
Their split came before the London-based couple announced they were leaving Gogglebox.
They debuted in 2017 but have since decided to say goodbye to the BAFTA and National Television Award-winning series.
Splashing around: In a photo from the couple’s trip, Mica looked sensational as she donned a bikini for a dip in the sea
Fooling around: Mica could be seen climbing onto her sun’s shoulders as they paddled in the shallow sea water
Warming up: Referring to the cold weather in the UK, Marcus wrote on Instagram while he was away: “Looks like I’m a long way from wearing outfits with all this snow and ice.”
Professional boxing trainer Marcus, who broke the news in an Instagram post Monday, credited the show’s producers with casting but insisted it was “time to put down the remote.”
He wrote: “We just want to say a HUGE THANK YOU to @c4Gogglebox for the past 5 years, even though we had to travel so far (down and through the corridor) to film it, it was so worth it, it’s been an epic journey! You are the best of the best.
“We’ve had so much fun with all of you tuning in at home and the hardworking Gogglebox crew, but it’s time to put down the remote and see what else God has in store for us.”
Setting sail: The couple shared snaps from the outside of the impressive cruise ship before they set sail
Out and about: Marcus and Mica were seen smiling as they headed to the cruise ship’s nightclub for the pre-sail party at the start of their holiday
“To everyone who has tuned in and sent us messages of love and encouragement over the years, we appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you very much.’
He added: “To the amazing cast, you will forever be our G’box brothers and sisters 4life.
“And finally, to all our Yardie friends and family who always make us big when you chat about our departure, the program is called GOGGLEBOX, not GOOOOOGLEbox, it’s not a friggin’ search engine.”
Farewell: The London-based couple made their Goggle debut in 2017 but have since decided to say farewell to the BAFTA and National Television Award-winning series
Popular: The pair have become firm favorites with Gogglebox viewers in recent years, but Marcus previously claimed he hates being recognized by members of the public
Some of Marcus and Mica’s co-stars sent their best wishes to the couple within minutes of announcing their departure on social media.
Twaine Plummer simply said, “All the best for the future.”
Elsewhere, Izzi Warner admitted she was sorry to see her leave the show, writing, “We will miss you both.”
Goodbye: Some of Marcus and Mica’s co-stars sent their best wishes to the couple within minutes of announcing their departure on social media
Old times: The London couple have been regulars on the show since it debuted more than five years ago
Marcus and Mica – a barber and salon owner – occasionally appear on the show alongside Mica’s two daughters, Sachelle and Shuggy.
The pair have become firm favorites with Gogglebox viewers in recent years, but Marcus previously claimed he hates being acknowledged by members of the public.
He explained: “I avoid being recognized like the plague. I’ll have my mask and hat on and people will still be like, “Look at those eyes, it’s Marcus from Gogglebox!” And I’m like, ‘For God’s sake!’
Meanwhile, Mica jokingly compared herself to reality TV’s most famous family, adding, “If I cover up my curls, I get less recognized. The locks are a giveaway. I don’t think I’ll ever really get used to it.
“Sometimes I feel like one of the Kardashians.”
Success: Marcus and Mika attending the Television and Radio Industries Club (TRIC) Awards at London’s 8 Northumberland Avenue in December 2021 (pictured).