Gavin and Stacey: Last News

Gavin & Stacey star Laura Aikman shared her family’s reaction to them seeing her appear in the show’s finale.The show’s finale aired yesterday on Christmas (December 25). The highly-awaited episode came five years after the last special ended on a cliffhanger with Nessa – portrayed by Ruth Jones – proposing to Smithy – portrayed by James Corden, both of who created the series.Aikman who played the character of Sonia – Smithy’s girlfriend and subsequent fianceé – returned for the finale and kept the surprise under wraps from her family.

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas finale has everyone buzzing - but even the most dedicated fans might have overlooked some of the best bits.The heartwarming BBC sitcom wrapped up last night (Wednesday, December 25) with over 12 million Brits tuning in to see Smithy, Nessa and Uncle Bryn on their screens. Writers James Corden and Ruth Jones, who also starred in the series, neatly tied up all the loose ends of the show with some surprising romances and unexpected breakups. If you paid close attention, you might have caught Nessa's unforgettable Tic-Tacs line and Smithy's second foam party ending.

Gavin And Stacey's Laura Aikman has spilled the beans on how her family only found out about her return to the beloved BBC sitcom while watching the Christmas Day finale.The 39 year old actress posted a video on Instagram capturing her family's shocked reactions as her character Sonia made her surprise appearance. Sonia, who is Neil "Smithy" Smith's girlfriend, played by James Corden, makes a crucial comeback in the final Christmas special during a scene set in a John Lewis shop where they're sorting out their wedding gift registry.

Warning: spoilers aheadFans have been reacting to the Gavin and Stacey finale, after it aired yesterday (December 25).The highly-awaited episode came five years after the last special ended on a cliffhanger with Nessa proposing to Smithy.In the leadup to its premiere on BBC One and BBC iPlayer last night at 9pm, fans had been speculating what the future held for the couple.Ruth Jones and James Corden – who co-wrote the series together – had previously hinted that the pair may not end up together in the finale, with Jones saying” “I keep telling people this finale might not be what you are expecting, and I guarantee we will definitely not be coming back.”Corden added: “What people are going to see on Christmas Day is the culmination of a 20-year love story, which hopefully shows, if nothing else, that love is complicated and messy and for everyone.”When last night’s episode began, many fans were shocked to see Cordon’s Smithy planning a wedding with Laura Aikman’s Sonia, rather than Jones’s Nessa.However, the wedding ultimately didn’t go ahead when Mathew Horne’s Gavin interrupted the ceremony to tell his best friend he was making a mistake – which the entire party seemed to agree with.Smithy then leaves Sonia at the alter and rushes to meet Nessa before she departs on a boat from Southhampton. There, he professes his love to her and proposes.“We’re messy and not perfect,” he told her, echoing Cordon’s aforementioned teasers.

Gavin and Stacey fans have waited five years for this year’s Christmas episode to find out whether Smithy had accepted Nessa’s marriage proposal that took place at the end of the 2019 special. When behind the scenes photos of some of the cast in wedding attire were shared earlier this year, many hoped that meant the on-off pair were heading down the aisle in the finale episode, but it turned out that Smithy was instead preparing to marry his long-term girlfriend Sonia.

Gavin & Stacey fans were absolutely tickled by a hilarious scene where Ruth Jones's iconic character Nessa was spotted both smoking and vaping simultaneously.The much-adored BBC sitcom wrapped up its story on Christmas Day, concluding a 17-year journey filled with humour and heartfelt moments. In a dramatic finale, it was unveiled that James Corden's character Smithy hadn't moved past Nessa's 2019 Christmas special proposal, even though he was now set to wed his love interest Sonia, portrayed by Laura Aikman.The final episode kicked off with Smithy gearing up for his stag do ahead of his nuptials with Sonia, uniting all the beloved characters for a rip-roaring celebration - yet Nessa also wrestled with her feelings as the wedding drew nearer.

Gavin and Stacey fans were left feeling all sorts of emotions as the show's finale brought unexpected romances, a disrupted wedding and a surprise split. Airing on Christmas Day, this final chapter wrapped things up following the 2019 festive special cliffhanger where Vanessa 'Nessa' Jenkins (played by Ruth Jones) shockingly got down on one knee for and proposed to Neil 'Smithy' Smith (James Corden).The episode kicked off with a bang, making fans go wild as Nessa sparked up her iconic cigarette and a vape simultaneously, bending BBC's usual stance on broadcasting smoking to highlight Nessa's legendary nicotine fix.

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas special returned last night to widespread acclaim - but long-term fans of the show spotted one key character was missing from the action.The special Christmas Day episode kicked off with Gavin and Stacey Shipman talking weddings, but it quickly emerged that Nessa's proposal to Smithy back in 2019 hadn't led to their getting married. Instead, Smithy had popped the question to his girlfriend Sonia, whose controlling nature saw her set up as a hate figure in the previous episode.

Sheridan Smith delighted Gavin and Stacey fans when it was revealed that she would return to the sitcom for the Christmas finale episode.The actress, 43, previously dated James Corden and played his character Smithy’s sister Rudi in the comedy. A source close to the BBC told The Sun that Smith "stepped straight back into Rudi's shoes" and was "over the moon" to be back on set. Away from the spotlight, Sheridan has spoken openly about her personal life, including her mental health, her relationship with her son, and her past relationship with co-star James.The actress dated future Late Late show host James, 46, between 2007 and 2009 after the pair met on the set of Fat Friends in 2002 before being cast as brother and sister in Gavin and Stacey.

James Corden has candidly opened up about his impressive six stone weight loss journey, having previously weighed in at over 20 stone.The much-loved Gavin and Stacey actor, who excited fans with the announcement of the show's return this year, has divulged how he achieved his transformation. At 45 years old, James attributes his success to intermittent fasting, boxing workouts, and mindful eating, while maintaining that he doesn't restrict himself from any specific foods.

Joanna Page, best known for her role in Gavin and Stacey, has been battling serious health issues behind the scenes.The actress, who also starred in Love Actually, revealed she suffered from chronic fatigue and constant shivering. Speaking to Wales Online, the mum-of-four said: "I constantly felt like I was in slow motion all the time." She added: "I just had no energy.

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.

After six long years away from our screens, it’s official - iconic BBC sitcom Gavin and Stacey is back for one night only, as the cast reunites this Christmas for the final ever episode. Fans of the show have been waiting years for the latest on the show's characters, including the iconic Neil the baby. But would viewers of the show recognise him today? Actor Oscar Hartland is all grown up and has continued to embrace being on screen.

Fans of Gavin and Stacey are gearing up for its anticipated return this Christmas, but during the festivities in 2018, Mathew Horne had a frightful ordeal. When the actor, who plays Gavin Shipman in the BBC sitcom, was on his way back to his parent's house after a night out at the local pub, he was scarily hit by a train.The 46 year old actor was reportedly clipped by an East Midlands Trains passenger train in the village of Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire on 20 December 2018 as he made his way home.Thankfully, the star miraculously escaped the incident with just a scratch. Mathew was on his way home from a local pub, The Nelson, before he came into contact with the train.The pub’s duty manager told The Sun at the time: “It was a really, really unfortunate accident and it could have been a lot worse.

Fans are utterly enamoured with the "perfect ending" to Gavin & Stacey as the cast reunited one final time before the show's grand finale on Christmas Day.The beloved troupe from the hit BBC sitcom took to the airwaves for a special takeover of the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show, charismatically hosted by none other than Ruth Jones and James Corden, co-writers of the series, joined by their fellow castmates.Their one-off radio spectacle was filled with laughter-inducing antics that have since become the talk among fans. Highlights included a light-hearted Q&A with Mathew Horne and Joanna Page dished out by Ruth, touching on their Christmas vibes and morning beverage preferences.

James Corden has teased what could be to come in the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special, ahead of its release on 25 December.The hit BBC sitcom, created by James and Ruth Jones, is returning to TV screens with one final episode on Christmas Day, marking the end of show, which first aired 17 years ago. James, 46, and Ruth, 58, have kept details of the upcoming festival under wraps, with only a short trailer having been released so far. However, the pair, who portray Nessa and Smithy in the sitcom, have opened up about creating the last ever episode, including whether it really is the end and their aims for Nessa and Smithy's romance.

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.

Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne has detailed his "awful" experience following the backlash he received from a movie role with co-star James Corden. Just a few years after the first series of Gavin and Stacey aired, Mathew and James starred alongside each other in the 2009 comedy horror film Lesbian Vampire Killers, but it wasn't received too well by critics. Mathew, who starred as Jimmy McLaren in the movie, revealed that it was "anxiety-inducing" after his character received heavy criticism - a far cry from his role as Gavin Shipman in the beloved BBC series.

Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne, who plays the beloved Gavin, was rushed off stage after a head injury during a West End performance.The actor, currently starring in The Tempest at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, suffered the mishap just ten minutes into Tuesday [17 December] night's show. He hit his forehead on a rock while rolling on the floor as part of the play.

Gavin And Stacey finale on Christmas Day, Mathew Horne has defended his co-star James Corden and addressed rumours of a feud between the pair.Horne plays the titular Gavin on the hit BBC sitcom, while Corden, who plays Gavin’s best friend Smithy, co-created the show alongside Ruth Jones, who plays Nessa, the mother of Smithy’s child.Horne and Corden also worked on their own sketch show together, and co-starred in the 2009 comedy horror movie Lesbian Vampire Killers too. However, the same year, claims began to surface online that the two had fallen out.However, Horne has told The Times in a new interview: “the notion of us falling out wasn’t true” – he described it as a false narrative that “silenced” him when he wanted to talk publicly about Corden.

Gavin And Stacey finale is one of the most eagerly-anticipated moments of the TV calendar this year, and the official trailer is out now – watch it below.It’s been five years since the last episode of the iconic sitcom – the 2019 Christmas special – which ended in a cliffhanger after Nessa, played by Ruth Jones, proposed to Smithy (James Corden).The trailer doesn’t reveal whether the pair, who share son Neil the Baby (Oscar Hartland) are now married, with viewers needing to wait until Christmas Day to find out what happened in the years since the last episode.However, it teases a potential explanation of what happened between Uncle Bryn (Rob Brydon) and his nephew, Jason (Robert Wilfort), on their infamous fishing trip – one of the biggest mysteries in the show.