September 10th 2024.
Exciting news for fans of Gavin and Stacey – the highly anticipated Christmas special is currently in the works and it just got even more exciting! Filming is well underway and we're thrilled to share that an iconic character will be making a comeback. That's right, Sheridan Smith will be reprising her role as Ruth 'Rudi' Smith, the lovable sister of James Corden's character, Smithy.
In the 2019 Christmas special, Sheridan's character was noticeably absent, but for the final ever episode, sources have confirmed that she is "over the moon" to be back. According to insiders, she has seamlessly slipped back into her role, showcasing her incredible acting skills once again. It's been 14 years since she last played Rudi in series two and three, but sources say it feels like no time has passed at all.
"Sheridan was absolutely thrilled to be back on set and her scenes are nothing short of brilliant," a source told The Sun. It's no surprise that fans are excited to see her return, as Rudi was a fan-favorite in the original series. She was part of many iconic moments, including rapping Estelle and Kanye West's "American Boy" with Smithy in a car park and rocking wheelies on a shopping trip.
Interestingly, Sheridan and James actually dated in real life while the show was on the air from 2007 to 2009. They may no longer be a couple, but sources say they are still on good terms and even bumped into each other at the Variety Club Awards recently. This friendly relationship may have played a part in her return to the show.
The production team is pulling out all the stops to ensure that the entire cast will be part of the Christmas special. According to sources, they are currently in the process of coordinating everyone's schedules. "Sheridan and James are still friendly – they recently bumped into each other at the Variety Club Awards and got on really well. So, the hope is that she will be able to be part of it," a source revealed to The Mirror.
For those wondering why Sheridan didn't appear in the last Christmas special, it's because her character was not part of that particular storyline. However, things are different this time around and she will definitely be back. When asked about her potential involvement in the 2019 special, Sheridan had said on BBC Radio 2, "I wish. No, I'm not going to be in it, I think."
Aside from the heartwarming reunion of James and Sheridan on the show, fans can also look forward to plenty of comical scenes involving Rudi. The actress herself has expressed her willingness to return for a full series if the opportunity arises. Although she's not in touch with James anymore since he now resides in America, she revealed that if they were to meet, they would happily hug it out.
While James is now happily married to Julia Carey and has three children, Sheridan shares a son named Billy, three, with her ex-partner Jamie Horn. The news of a Christmas special was first announced in May when James and co-creator Ruth Jones shared a selfie holding the finale script. We have reached out to the BBC and Sheridan's representatives for further comments.
The final episode of Gavin and Stacey will air on Christmas day, so mark your calendars and get ready for a heartwarming and hilarious reunion with our favorite characters. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures to share, don't hesitate to get in touch with our entertainment team at The Agency. You can reach us via email, phone, or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we would love to hear from you!
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