Gavin and Stacey fans were thrilled to see the beloved characters return for one final episode on Christmas Day - but one character was noticeably missing
Gavin and Stacey enthusiasts were absolutely thrilled as the cherished gang came together one last time for a festive showdown on Christmas Day. After a whole 17 years brimming with laughter and unforgettable personalities, fans finally got their fix in what was a poignant sign-off from the much-adored BBC series.
Nonetheless, Gwynfor Roberts, who graced the screen as Dick Powell in two episodes and whose presence lingered throughout the saga, didn't grace the final pages of the Christmas script due to a congested line up. Initially making the cut for the script, he was later edited out. Fans were left gobsmacked when the final episode of the beloved series kicked off with a wedding, but it wasn't the anticipated union between Smithy and Nessa. Instead, viewers saw Smithy gearing up to tie the knot with his snobby girlfriend Sonia, portrayed by Laura Aikman, who had secretly joined the set to maintain the element of surprise.
At a special screening for the cast and crew, Ruth Jones shared her emotions: "I'm feeling a bit drained. It was so lovely to watch it with an audience. I hope we did you proud. It was just lovely to hear all the reactions. To hear that very initial response, it's just gorgeous."
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