The final episode of Gavin and Stacey surprised fans with a humorous scene featuring Nessa vaping and smoking simultaneously, breaking BBC's usual restrictions on on-screen smoking.
Gavin and Stacey fans were left cackling over a visual joke that showed Ruth Jones 's character Nessa smoking and vaping at the same time. Christmas Day saw the long-running BBC sitcom reach a conclusion - ending 14 years of laughs and tears. The last ever episode revealed that James Cordon's Smithy had failed to accept Nessa 's proposal from the 2019 Christmas special and was instead set to marry his girlfriend Sonia, played by Laura Aikman, reports the Mirror.
The episode began with Smithy preparing to celebrate his stag do before he went down the aisle to swap vows with Sonia. The celebration brought all the main characters together for a knees up - but Nessa struggled with her emotions as the countdown to the wedding progressed. Scenes showed Nessa smoking both a cigarette and a vape as she processed her stress outside. And the scene drew attention from TV fans - who are aware that the BBC is generally against showing smoking on screens. Many took to X to share their shock, surprise, and amusement over the scene. One fan wrote: 'Gavin and Stacey fans were stunned Not me wondering if they’d sensor Nessa’s smoking in the big old year of 2024, only for them to have her swinging between a vape AND a cigarette #GavinAndStacey.' Another typed: 'PLEASE Nessa vaping and smoking at the same time she’s literally just a girl #GavinAndStacey.' Another laughed: 'Nessa was always going to be smoking a cig and vape at the same time #GavinAndStacey.' While another fan remarked that they felt Ruth's character had become iconic for her behaviour. One wrote: 'Nessa vaping and smoking at the same time. my queen forever. #GavinAndStacey.' Elsewhere in the episode, fans were also shocked to see John Lewis heavily featured in opening scenes. Traditionally, BBC shows do not heavily feature brands due to strict rules about product placement. The scenes showed Smithy racing through a store in order to find his fiancée, Sonia
GAVIN AND STACEY NESSA RUTH JONES BBC SMOKING VAPING CHRISTMAS SPECIAL JOHN LEWIS
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Gavin & Stacey finale 'might not be what fans expect', Nessa actress and co-creator Ruth JonesRuth Jones has warned the Gavin And Stacey finale might not be what viewers are 'expecting'.
Read more »
Gavin and Stacey Fans Rejoice as Smithy and Nessa Finally Tie the KnotAfter seventeen years on and off our TV screens, fans of Gavin and Stacey were treated to a heartwarming finale. The episode was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring an unexpected wedding between Smithy and Sonia that was ultimately interrupted. Smithy's true feelings for Nessa became clear, leading to a race against time to reunite before Nessa left Barry. The episode culminated in a final wedding ceremony, bringing the beloved couple together after years of tumultuous ups and downs. Viewers praised the ending as 'perfect' and 'outstanding'.
Read more »
Gavin and Stacey surprise trailer hints at Nessa and Smithy romanceA surprise Gavin and Stacey trailer aired during the Strictly 2024 final, and hinted at the future of Smithy and Nessa's romance after a five-year wait for fans.
Read more »
Watch first look at Gavin and Stacey finale after Nessa makes incredible Strictly cameo...Watch the first look at Gavin and Stacey fianle after Nessa makes incredible Strictly cameo
Read more »
Gavin & Stacey Finale to Explore Nessa's 'Chequered Life'The beloved BBC sitcom is returning for a one-off festive special five years after its last episode. James Corden and Ruth Jones discuss what fans can expect from Nessa's journey.
Read more »
Gavin and Stacey Christmas Special Teases 'Checkered Life' for NessaJames Corden teases a special performance from Ruth Jones in the final Gavin and Stacey episode. The Christmas special, set five years after the 2019 episode, will explore Nessa's 'chequered life'.
Read more »