December 24th 2024.
Get ready to grab the tissues, because the stars of Gavin and Stacey have left us all emotionally drained with an epic reunion leading up to the final episode. It all started when James Corden and Ruth Jones made the exciting announcement in May that our beloved BBC show, featuring the talented Joanna Page as Stacey and Mathew Horne as Gavin, would be returning for one last Christmas special.
As you may remember, the show originally ran from 2007 to 2010, but made a comeback in 2019 for a festive episode that had us all on the edge of our seats. And now, with the anticipation building, we can't wait to find out what happens after Nessa's surprise proposal to Smithy.
While details about the plot and possible spoilers have been kept under wraps, we do know that this final episode is going to be an emotional rollercoaster. But the tears have already started flowing, even before the show airs.
The cast of Gavin and Stacey recently reunited for a BBC Radio 2 takeover, and it was a full-blown emotional ride. From singalongs to Rob Brydon's spot-on Uncle Bryn impersonation during the travel news, the show was a hit. James even shared some of his favorite recipes and took time to answer messages from fans. Joining in on the fun were Pam and Mick actors Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb, as well as Robert Wilfort, who plays Stacey's brother Jason. However, Gwen actress Melanie Walters was noticeably absent.
As the radio show came to an end, the stars celebrated being together one last time, and there wasn't a dry eye in the studio or at home. A clip shared on social media captured the touching moment when Alison comforted James with a hug, while Mathew and Joanna held hands on the sofa, trying to hold back tears. Alison was also seen shedding a few tears, and James even appeared to mouth "love you" to Larry as they hugged.
Viewers were just as emotional, with many taking to social media to express their feelings. One fan on Instagram commented, "I did cry as soon as this intro started today... This was such a fun and beautifully done show!! Loved it!!! I'll be crying again Xmas day I'm sure! Xx." Another fan wrote, "To quote Pam Shipman Christmas special 2008 I've gone... I've actually gone!" Others shared their love for the show and their hopes for a happy ending in the final episode.
This reunion comes after James revealed on The Graham Norton Show that filming the final episode was a "very special day." He explained that they specifically scheduled the show so that the very last line in the episode would be the last thing they filmed. This is a rare occurrence in the industry, as the last day of filming is usually spent alone on a motorway. But for Gavin and Stacey, they wanted everyone to be there until the very end, resulting in a lot of tears.
As we eagerly await the final episode, the BBC has teased us with a glimpse of what's to come. In the preview, we see Bryn getting ready for a trip to Essex, and soon enough, the whole gang is back together at Pam and Mick's house. It looks like they're all in high spirits, with Bryn even attempting to do the limbo. But the big question is, why are they all partying?
Don't miss the final episode of Gavin and Stacey, airing at 9pm on Christmas Day on BBC One and iPlayer. And if that's not enough, there's also a documentary, Gavin and Stacey: A Fond Farewell, airing at 7pm on New Year's Day. As always, if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with our entertainment team by emailing us, calling us, or visiting our Submit Stuff page.
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