January 5th 2025.
The beloved BBC show Gavin and Stacey came to an end with a heartwarming Christmas special that left fans feeling bittersweet. But for those still missing the show, there's a chance to win a piece of memorabilia that may bring some comfort.
The final episode aired on Christmas Day and drew in millions of viewers as they watched Smithy and Nessa finally sail off into the sunset. And now, fans have the opportunity to own a signed script from the last episode, with cast members like Joanna Page and Mathew Horne's autographs gracing the pages.
The generous Robert Wilfort, who plays Stacey's brother Jason West, has donated his script to a charity raffle in his hometown of Chesham, Buckinghamshire. The raffle proceeds will go to The Theatre Shed, an inclusive theatre company that brings together disabled and non-disabled children through singing, dancing, and acting.
Given the immense success of the Gavin and Stacey finale, with a whopping 12.3 million viewers on the day, it's no surprise that TV bosses are considering a spin-off. According to reports, streaming networks are eager to obtain a deal for a new show due to the series' enduring popularity.
"It's all about the numbers," an insider shared with The Sun. "The Christmas episode's ratings were through the roof, and it's clear that Gavin and Stacey has a lasting appeal. Streaming services, which are often associated with the US, are now looking for more distinctly British content. A spin-off of Gavin and Stacey would be the perfect fit, and they are willing to pay top dollar for it."
But this is not the only rumor circulating. The BBC is also reportedly interested in commissioning a spin-off centered on characters Pete and Dawn. It's clear that TV executives are eager to capitalize on the show's success and keep the Gavin and Stacey universe alive.
However, creators James Corden and Ruth Jones have made it clear that the Christmas special was the final installment of the series. In an emotional interview, James expressed his gratitude for the show's success and the opportunity to end it on their own terms.
"We've finished writing, and we will never write anything that Pam [Alison Steadman's character] says again...we will never come up with an interesting thing that Bryn [Rob Brydon's character] has done," he shared with Chris Evans on his Virgin Radio breakfast show. "To even have the luxury of deciding to end it and to be in a position where people still care. It's inconceivable to us - all of it. I just feel very emotional by all of it; everything."
Gavin and Stacey first aired from 2007 to 2010, telling the story of a long-distance love between Stacey and Gavin. The show returned in 2019 for a special episode, which at the time, held the record for the highest overnight Christmas ratings since 2008, with 11.6 million viewers.
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