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It's hard not to smile, catching up with acting legend Larry Lamb, as the chatty, Cockney acting legend reminisces on his jam-packed career so far - from filming Gavin and Stacey's most recent reunion episode, to his iconic portrayal of EastEnders villain Archie Mitchell. And as Larry, now 77, regales us with some cracking anecdotes from across the years, we wonder - does this man ever plan to slow down?! "Oh no, no! I've always loved my work. As long as they still want me to do things, I'm there.

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Gavin & Stacey star issues nine-word statement on show's return

Larry Lamb has spilled the beans on the future of Gavin and Stacey after its sensational Christmas special last year, and it seems fans should brace themselves for disappointment.The star, known for his role as Mick Shipman, confessed to Mirror that despite initial hopes for more episodes, he's come to accept that the show has reached its conclusion. During an exclusive chat, Larry reflected, "It's funny because, until we actually finished, I thought, 'We did a special 5 years ago and now we're doing it again. So, maybe that's what will happen again in 5 years time'.

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‘Gavin & Stacey: The Finale’ Rips Up UK Record Books With Nearly 20 Million Viewers

Gavin & Stacey: The Finale is ripping up the record books in the UK.

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Gavin and Stacey's James Corden and Ruth Jones on why they almost 'gave up' on Christmas special

In the BBC One documentary, Gavin and Stacey: A Fond Farewell, James Corden and Ruth Jones, the co-creators of the popular comedy series, reflected on the past two decades of the show, including the rewritten Christmas Special. The special, which aired on Christmas Day, brought the series to a close, with fans eager to see if Smithy (James Corden) and Nessa (Ruth Jones) would finally end up together.

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BBC Gavin and Stacey star Larry Lamb says 'it's occurred to me' amid support after final outing as Mick Shipman

Gavin and Stacey star Larry Lamb has been flooded with messages of love and support as he shared a huge personal update following his final outing as Mick Shipman.

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Gavin and Stacey actor reveals James Corden's behaviour backstage on the show

An actor who appeared in two of the most iconic scenes in Gavin and Stacey's emotional final episode has been speaking about what the show was like behind the scenes. Welsh star Scott McGlynn, 37, was one of James Corden's character Smithy's stag night attendees and also appeared as a guest during the high-drama wedding that gripped Britain during Wednesday night's Christmas Day finale. He explained that, while playing one of Smithy's pals, he acted alongside James, 46, who welcomed all of the actors to the set and thanked them for their performances.

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Gavin and Stacey star 'dying' as he shares terrifying symptoms

Gavin and Stacey actor Larry Lamb, 77, has spoken about a terrifying illness he contracted after a trip to Senegal, which left him feeling like he was dying and resulted in permanent hearing loss. Larry, who is known for his robust health, had travelled to Senegal to raise awareness about poverty-stricken children. However, upon his return, he developed a severe fever that lasted for months and eventually affected his ears, causing complete deafness in one ear.

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Gavin and Stacey's James Corden and Ruth Jones 'not finished' with sitcom as they delight fans with 2025 project

Gavin and Stacey stars James Corden and Ruth Jones have revealed that the show’s highly-anticipated Christmas special won’t be the last fans hear of the sitcom. With the show last airing on our screens back in 2019, Gavin and Stacey is set to return to our screens once more with a highly-anticipated episode on Christmas Day.

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Gavin & Stacey's Larry Lamb hints at future for series beyond Christmas special

Gavin & Stacey fans are experiencing mixed emotions as the Christmas special of the BBC series draws near, which is set to air in less than a week's time. They're thrilled about the return of the Ruth Jones and James Corden comedy after a hiatus of five years, but also disheartened by the revelation from the co-creators that this instalment is intended to be the grand finale.

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BBC Gavin and Stacey star James Corden teases 'unbelievable' plot about Nessa's 'chequered life'

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas special airing on BBC will explore Nessa's "chequered life" according to co-creator of the show James Corden.

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‘Gavin And Stacey’ star teases “very touching” final scene

Gavin and Stacey star Steffan Rhodri has teased a “very touching” final scene for the hit sitcom, which returns to the BBC for a Christmas special this year.The show’s final ever episode is due to air on Christmas Day and Rhodri, who plays Dave Coaches in the show, teased that the final scene could prove emotional for viewers.He told Metro: “My character Dave is a bit of an outsider…But they planned it so that with the last scene we did, which is the ending, we were all together and it was very touching.”He continued: “I can’t tell you anything about the Christmas special other than I’m in it. I actually enjoyed it more than I thought I would.“I didn’t do the one five years ago so it’s 17 years since I’ve done it.

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Gavin & Stacey star Larry Lamb lifts the lid on his special bond with son, George - and their surprise new venture

With darker nights falling and tree lights brightening up our streets, the festive season is officially upon us. And one person who can’t wait to step into Christmas is legendary actor Larry Lamb, who is reprising the role of Mick Shipman for the highly-anticipated festive special of Gavin and Stacey.

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‘Gavin & Stacey: The Finale’: First look and plot details revealed

Gavin & Stacey special has been shared.The picture, which you can view below, shows James Corden (Smithy), Mat Horne (Gavin), Joanna Page (Stacey) and Ruth Jones (Nessa).Plot details have also been revealed for the final ever episode of the BBC sitcom, which is due to air on Christmas Day. Larry Lamb, who plays Gavin’s father, Mick, in the show, recently said that while it’s airing on Christmas Day and labelled a Christmas special, it won’t be set at Christmas.The synopsis for the show now appears to confirm that, as there is no mention of the festive season.Set five years after Nessa proposed to Smithy, the final episode will see Bryn (Rob Brydon) “packing the Picasso in readiness for a trip to Essex; Stacey and Gavin are looking for new ways to spice up their seventeen year marriage and Gwen (Melanie Walters) is behaving most strangely.

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‘Gavin And Stacey’ actor Larry Lamb reveals upcoming special is not set at Christmas

Gavin And Stacey special is set to arrive on Christmas Day, but actor Larry Lamb has revealed that it’s not actually set at Christmas.Lamb, who plays Gavin’s father, Mick, in the BBC sitcom, told BBC Essex that, while it’s airing on Christmas Day and labelled a Christmas special, it won’t be set at Christmas.He said: “All I can tell you, is that unlike the last Christmas special, this one isn’t set at Christmastime. How about that?”While he was careful not to give too much else away, he did say that the shoot went more quickly than it has previously, and discussed the secrecy of the production team, saying: “They’re very careful, because somebody will come and blast it out and you’ve blown the whole thing,” he said, referring to the production team’s secrecy.

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Larry Lamb suggests Gavin and Stacey could return after Christmas special

Larry Lamb, who stars as Mick Shipman in the beloved BBC sitcom Gavin and Stacey, has hinted that the upcoming Christmas special might not be the end of the show.The much-loved series is set to return on Christmas Day this year, for what's been billed as its final episode. However, Larry believes that show creators James Corden and Ruth Jones may struggle to say goodbye to the popular programme, comparing them to veteran rockers who can't stop touring. "It's like those old rock 'n rollers who go round the world on their 'last tour'.

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GMB host concerned for Gavin and Stacey star's health as interview takes a turn

Good Morning Britain hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls were joined by Gavin & Stacey star Larry Lamb on Thursday morning, discussing the highly anticipated Christmas special, when the interview took a turn.

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Stephen Moyer To Star In Crime Drama Series ‘Art Detectives’ For Acorn TV

EXCLUSIVE: Acorn TV, the AMC Networks-owned streamer, is exploring the art world in its latest original crime drama.

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Kym Marsh teams up with GMB star for brand-new TV show on rival channel

Kym Marsh and Richard Arnold are teaming up on a new travel programme. The Morning Live and Good Morning Britain stars are swapping BBC and ITV respectively for Channel 5 as the joint hosts of The Weekend Travel Show.

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Gavin & Stacey's Alison Steadman on struggle with Christmas special after revealing 'bullying' trauma

Fans of Gavin & Stacey were overjoyed when it was announced earlier this month that the much-loved comedy will return for a Christmas special this year.The bittersweet news that the episode will also be the last was announced on social media by James Corden, who co-writes and stars in the show with Ruth Jones. It’s been five years since the sitcom last graced our screens, and viewers were left on a cliffhanger when Nessa (played by Ruth) proposed to Smithy (played by James), but the credits rolled before he could answer. And one person who can’t wait for a reunion is actress Alison Steadman, who plays the legendary Pam Shipman in the show.

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Gavin & Stacey star reveals the cast who will be returning for the final episode - with two fan favourites reunited

Fans were delighted to hear that a final episode of Gavin & Stacey will be bursting back onto our screens for a Christmas special this year. James Corden, who stars in the show and co-writes it alongside Ruth Jones, took to social media to share the exciting yet slightly sad news that this special will be the beloved comedy's final curtain call. It's been a whole five years since we saw our favourite characters, and the last time they were on our screens, Nessa (Ruth Jones) left us all gasping as she got down on one knee for Smithy (James Corden) only for the scene to cut before we got his answer.

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ITV Coronation Street icon's next role revealed after shock soap exit

Coronation Street's Chris Gascoyne, who is a legend on the cobbles, has bagged his first major role since his departure last year. Fans of the soap were left teary-eyed over Christmas when Peter Barlow, portrayed by Chris, 56, bid farewell to Weatherfield and his wife Carla Connor.The character Peter had been grappling with the sudden death of Stephen Reid, whom he accidentally ran over with his taxi in fear that Stephen was going to harm Jenny Connor.

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