Home Tech Why is Sheridan Smith not going to be in the Gavin and Stacey special? – Metro.co.uk

Why is Sheridan Smith not going to be in the Gavin and Stacey special? – Metro.co.uk

by admin2 admin2
293 views
Why is Sheridan Smith not going to be in the Gavin and Stacey special? – Metro.co.uk

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas special could well be one of the highlights of the 2019 festive viewing calendar.

But while the likes of James Corden, Mat Horne and Ruth Jones are all on board for the reunion, one notable name is missing from the cast list – and that’s Sheridan Smith.

Sadly, the actress has confirmed that she won’t be returning for the one-off episode – but why won’t we be seeing her again?

Here’s what we know.

Why is Sheridan Smith not in the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special?

No actual reason has been given for Smith’s absence but she’s confirmed that she’s not in it – and based on what she has said it seems that her character simply doesn’t appear in the episode.

Speaking on Zoe Ball’s Radio 2 show, and when asked if she was going to be in the show, the actress said: ‘I wish. No, I’m not going to be in it. I don’t think, anyway.

She added: ‘Like everyone, I can’t wait to watch the Christmas special. I’m so proud to have been a part of something so special.’

Who did Sheridan Smith play in Gavin and Stacey?

The actress played Rudi , sister of James Corden’s character Smithy – who had some pretty memorable moments onscreen including this scene where she rapped to Estelle’s All American Boy:

Sheridan previously dated James around the time Gavin and Stacey first aired but they split in 2009.

Since the show she’s gone on to win a string of awards for her work in theatre and TV, including a Bafta award in 2013 for her role in Mrs Biggs, and a National Television Award for her performance as Cilla Black in the miniseries Cilla.

Most recently she’s been seen in the ITV drama Cleaning Up as well as the TV movie Care.

When is the Gavin and Stacey special going to be on?

James Corden revealed we can expect to see it on Christmas Day, as he broke the news to fans last month by sharing a photo of the script.

‘Ruth Jones and I have been keeping this secret for a while… We’re excited to share it with you. See you on Christmas Day.’

The pair added in a statement: ‘Over the last ten years we’ve talked a lot about Gavin and Stacey – where they might be today and what their lives might look like. And so in secret we took the plunge and wrote this one hour special.

‘We’ve loved revisiting Barry and Essex again and bringing the characters back together has been a joy.’

‘We’re so excited to get the chance to work with our fabulous cast and crew once more and to give fans of the show a festive treat this Christmas. Thank you BBC for helping to make this happen,’

Cast members including Joanna Page, Rob Brydon and Larry Lamb have also confirmed their involvement with the special.



Got a showbiz story?

If you’ve got a story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk Entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.

MORE: James Corden insists there’s no rift between him and Mat Horne ahead of Gavin and Stacey Christmas special

MORE: Gavin and Stacey fans furious as cringey American remake resurfaces


TV

You may also like

Leave a Comment