December 25th 2024.
Let's take a peek into the personal life of Ruth Jones, the talented actress who has captured our hearts with her iconic role as Nessa. Known for her wit and humor, Ruth has become a beloved figure in the world of television, thanks to her skills as a writer, comedian, and actress. Making her debut as Nessa in 2007 on the BBC hit show Gavin and Stacey, which she co-wrote with James Corden, Ruth has since become a household name.
Playing the role of Stacey's best friend, Nessa, Ruth has become known for her signature jet black bob hairstyle and her catchphrase, "What's occurin'?" As the much-awaited final episode of Gavin and Stacey airs on Christmas Day, it's the perfect time to dive deeper into the woman behind the beloved character of Vanessa Shanessa Jenkins.
One question that often arises is whether Ruth Jones is married. The answer is yes, she tied the knot with TV and radio producer David Peet in 1999. Interestingly, their love story began while filming the pilot episode of a BBC comedy in the early 90s. At the time, David was married, but there was a transition period between the end of his marriage and the start of his relationship with Ruth. Reflecting on this, Ruth has said, "Affairs cause a lot of pain; they're not something one aspires to do. You don't aspire to cause pain to people in their life."
Before meeting in person, Ruth and David actually spoke on the phone, which seems fitting considering the storyline of Gavin and Stacey, where the two characters also chat on the phone before meeting in person. Ruth jokingly shared, "It was love at first voice because I spoke to him on the phone before I met him."
In terms of her role as a stepmother, Ruth is quite private and rarely talks about her personal life in interviews. However, in a 2008 interview with The Independent, she did share that David's sharp mind and dry Yorkshire wit make him a naturally funny person.
While Ruth does not have any biological children, she has embraced her role as a stepmother to David's three children from his previous marriage - Fiona, Louise, and Alex. Speaking on the topic, Ruth has said, "I love being a stepmum - all the joy of motherhood without the pain of childbirth." She also shared that she never made a conscious decision to not have children of her own, but it just didn't happen for her. She empathized with those who struggle with infertility, saying, "It's heartbreaking if you do want kids and find out you can't have them."
One of Ruth's most notable roles is, of course, her portrayal of Nessa in Gavin and Stacey. In the series, Nessa shares a son, Neil, with her on-again-off-again love interest, Smithy. In the much-anticipated Christmas special, Neil, now a teenager, makes a return with original actor Oscar Hartland reprising the role. While Ruth has been tight-lipped about what's in store for Nessa and Neil, fans are excited to see their dynamic once again.
As we gear up for the finale of Gavin and Stacey, we can't help but admire Ruth Jones for her talent, humor, and grace. Whether she's playing a beloved character on screen or navigating the role of a stepmother off-screen, Ruth continues to win the hearts of fans with her wit and charm. Don't miss the final episode of Gavin and Stacey tonight on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, and be sure to keep an eye out for any updates on Ruth Jones's future projects.
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