Ruth Jones talks Gavin & Stacey, performing in Vegas and casting Uncle Bryn

YOU’VE ASKED AND WE’VE LISTENED, IT’S GAVIN & STACEY TIME! This week Rob Brydon is joined by Welsh actress, writer and producer Ruth Jones. The long-time friends look back on nearly 40 years of friendship, from meeting at school in 1981 whilst performing West Side Story, to having a number 1 hit single with Tom Jones and playing two of the most loved Welsh characters on British TV - Uncle Bryn & Nessa. Ruth also explains to Rob why she and James Corden had to keep the script for the Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special a secret (even from him!).
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BIO
Ruth Jones MBE is a Welsh actress, writer and producer. She is best known for co-writing and co-starring in the award winning BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey.
Rob Brydon is best known for his work on The Trip, Gavin & Stacey and presenting the BBC One comedy panel show Would I Lie To You?
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🎥 Edited by Carly Brown
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[@MPBushman]

She just gets better with age. What a talent.

[@alanjones5786]

Stella is brilliant.

[@thehoptimist]

This video has proven to me that Gavin & Stacey has provided us with the best characters in television. I will never get enough of Brynn, Nessa, Smithy or even Pete and Dawn. Please keep writing during lockdown and give us more of these Welsh love birds in 2021!

[@martinbiesel3526]

Oddly enough Gavin and Stacey themselves I'm not that keen on

[@fredoran]

Martin Biesel don’t mind anyone but Pam and Stacey

[@mylesaway8892]

Is all a load of unfunny bollocks!

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

Are you in a ward somewhere? It's utter tripe

[@thehoptimist]

@@johnsmith-wx5fb Probably, but arent we all these days?

[@asawariiii]

Ruth looks absolutely beautiful!! And Rob truly hasn't aged! Love seeing these two together, it is absolutely heartwarming that they've been friends for such a long time. Gavin and Stacey fan forever!

[@sratus]

Brydon's hair transplant is a modern day fairytale, it's the best one I've ever seen.

[@sharpvidtube]

They have improved over the years. Maybe the best one you've ever seen is the one you didn't know about?

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

@@sharpvidtube the best is mathew mackonahay

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

@@sharpvidtube I'll check those out. Also ryan reynolds i dont think his is believable though

[@sratus]

@Cymro 65 No it's not

[@sratus]

@Cymro 65 Ha! yes, fair play

[@beatrizl1848]

These two are so cute, what a lovely friendship!! And Ruth Jones is the absolute best!!! Love her ❤❤❤❤

[@davidv.8655]

I really didnt know Ruth and Rob go way back to school days ,or the incredible influence they have both had on each others careers. That was great . Loved Gavin and Stacey . I also loved Stella as well . Ruth is a great writer as well as a great actress.

[@katem3]

I smiled like a total loser throughout the whole of this video! Thank you xx

[@pulpbabe]

Same🤣

[@natefromthestates5822]

They are awesome

[@paulgee4336]

You shouldn't be so hard on yourself.

[@jameswilliam2708]

How do losers smile?

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

Even when you're not smiling

[@NoName-eo2mv]

Rob definitely had a soft spot for Ruth from school, he’s missed the boat there

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

Nah

[@TristamMayes]

Who don’t have a soft spot for Ruth lol shes hot.

[@NoName-eo2mv]

Defo, loved her in saxondale 😜

[@sunseeker9581]

As Nessa said he had his chance and he blew it

[@sparkspark833]

Back of the queue Rob

[@jamesdawson2393]

"Oh, Stace... Don't get me wrong, but to be honest, at the end of the day, when all's said and done................... d'you know what I mean?"

[@mylesaway8892]

Everything she has ever done in regards to entertainment is anti-comedy! ;)

[@jamesdawson2393]

Myles Away 👍🏼

[@janemckelvycorbin4259]

Lol

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I’m not gonna lie to you

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I woke up in bed with two of Gladys Knights pips

[@mlersk8830]

The best characters I’ve ever seen are on Gavin and Stacey. The thing is, every single character is so entertaining from Deano to Doris, they are all amazing- and that’s rare I think. It is so nuanced I never tire of it!

[@jase6709]

Even Japanese Margaret

[@britturk123]

Two British and Welsh legends, going back and forth with love hope memories .

[@jauaflash]

We recently name our new puppy Nessa because it's our favorite show, she may be American, but she has that Welsh energy.

[@mylesaway8892]

Dear god! Poor dog!

[@zombiequeenjayttv1200]

@@mylesaway8892 what is the point? You’re replying to most comments just lambasting Ruth Jones/Gavin and Stacey. What a boring life.

[@paulgee4336]

"Gavin & Stacey" was an excellent series.

[@mylesaway8892]

Nope, it was dog shite!

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

@@mylesaway8892 hahahaha!!

[@steveluetchford602]

Gavin & Stacey was / is & I'd imagine always will be a little gem

[@saskiafinn-davey3835]

This is actually such a brill episode I blimmin love Ruth Jones she so inspiring!!

[@tshandy1]

I'm an American who loves all things British, and I recently found your videos on KZbin. Love them! It was great to see you and Ruth interacting as friends off screen. That friendship chemistry really comes through when you two sing together on Gavin and Stacey.

[@woollyclouds2677]

Really hope Rob keeps doing these for a long time to come. Was so lovely seeing Ruth Jones again!

[@VideoNozoki]

I hope Rob continues doing these podcasts so much, that he has run out of people to talk about him (Rob), and allow him to even focus on the other person and what _they_ have done. BUT until then, I will still love these, "tell good stories about me" interviews until he gets acclimated enough to reach out to others beyond his scope of personal friends.

[@woollyclouds2677]

@@VideoNozoki Bit mean...

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

@@VideoNozoki reported

[@CestxMoixBaybee]

I only discovered Gavin & Stacey in March of 2019 but instantly fell in love... by the time they announced the Christmas special I had watched the whole 3 seasons half a dozen times over & was totally stoked they’d decided to write another Christmas special. Such a beautiful show that gives you the warm & fuzzies amongst all the laughs.

[@EVChris]

Would love 5 seasons or more of Gavin and Stacey ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ShineKelly]

Rob, you're such a sweetheart! Big thanks to Ruth for sharing this friendship with all of us!

[@mattashman4040]

Love it thanks. From an Essex man with family in South Wales - G&S has EVERY character I have met - it’s truth it’s brilliant.

[@mylesaway8892]

What thick as shit gob-shites?

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

@@mylesaway8892 what world does he live in? If these character's are true to life? Bunch of thick as shit gobshites

[@anthonyhettfilm6640]

Loved every second of that. Could listen to them talk all day.

[@76Krw]

I love even just listening to these two talk. 💗

[@vanessaisom8620]

What a lovely lady! Thank you Rob, keep them coming!

[@susiesalter5290]

Amazing my mouth was wide open all through.....Ruth and Rob gr8 history....inspiring full of LOVE. Loved thisxxx

[@frankhannaway]

This was so precious. I could listen to the two of you forever. Thanks you.

[@hyweldda56]

Love you both. So natural, funny, talented and Welsh!

[@CarlB_1962]

These interviews are a total joy. Only appeared in my recommendations this week and am so glad they did.

[@suziesparkle2260]

I blydi luvs these two mun. I couldve watched another few hours of you two just chatting. Made me smile a lot. Youre awesome

[@elendil7]

Love, love, love this! So great to see you and Ruth and hear these wonderful stories. Thank You. Now, more Gavin and Stacey please 🙏.

[@samgray8209]

Thank you, I also smiled, laughed and sang along - gorgeous humans Xx

[@marcel911]

That was a really lovely chat with two people I really admire. Made me smile all through.

[@colinstrachan8012]

Watched all the interviews this afternoon and could listen to Rob and Ruth's banter all day. Love The Trip, on endless repeat in my house. Gavin and Stacey was binge watched after the Christmas Special. Another great addition to the Rob Brydon cannon. Gotta go as my 15 hours is almost up

[@carolfirth9720]

What a wonderful trip down memory lane, great friendship. Thanks for letting us share in it with you x

[@Will-thon]

Ruth is just amazing. Thanks Rob for a really great interview

[@rhythmsaint73]

Fantastic conversation I’m huge fans of both these great humans.

[@rhonndaneumann8704]

Ahhh . . . . . two of my favorites - you have both brought me such joy in Gavin and Stacey - during Covid lockdown I watched several times. Thank you so very much - one of the sweetest memories of quarantine will be finding the two of you! Wishing you both much continued success. Much love from Virginia/DC, USA.

[@taniawilliams8426]

Tears are rolling down my face watching this....brilliant...thank you🤣🤣🤣

[@andrewjones9064]

Best show yet! Lovely to see and hear your mutual history.

[@dj-kq4fz]

I love that you are such old friends. Makes it all that much cooler. Thanks for another great one Rob.

[@marybruun9621]

Rob Brydon, one of the funniest men in the U.K. and Ruth Jones...brilliant actress, writer and comedian! As an American, I can safely say, the States are far behind in the comedy genre. We need Rob Brydon and Ruth Jones

[@mylesaway8892]

Brydon yes, Jones no! Please dont see her as an example of British comedy. Shes bargin bin rubbish ;)

[@SandyQueue]

Just hearing you two together makes me so happy. Very big fan of G&S from here across the Pond! ~ Sandy, in Baltimore, MD, USA

[@nbell63]

Ruth and Rob, ta so much for that. Two old schoolhood pals who kept in touch. And regardless of the eventual successes, I delighted in the very real, human part of your beginnings in 'the industry'. It brought up a few really nice memories of my own school and touring work - cheers to you both! Nigel.

[@pulpbabe]

This interview made me grin from ear to ear 💜🎶 I was *so* excited when the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special came out!

[@iancooper2338]

What an absolutely lovely friendship they share. Both great people and amazing interview to watch. Thanks guys, keep up what you are both doing so well. We appreciate it dearly ❤️

[@CosmicNana1]

Another delightful interview! I'm smiling big time. :-)

[@jacd8666]

How lovely to share that walk down memory lane - sheer gold. Don't ever change either of you.

[@SeoulForeigner]

I’m enjoying these vlog casts. Really good! Thanks for sharing.

[@madeleineduxbury9877]

Loved the show! Loved the special! And I was lucky enough to have an Uncle Bryn.

[@philtaylor2577]

Great series Rob! Keep them coming

[@johnnicholson4862]

Lovely. Two talented friends who are clearly very nice people.

[@hyppia101]

Quite simply the best new podcast on KZbin.

[@CoLD.SToRAGE]

As a fellow “Welsh”... that was lovely that was. 😜💕

[@jayneburns-milostic3208]

Brilliant!!! Love you both soooo much. Aussie here and me and my baby sister and our husbands were so excited for the Christmas special. Such an awesome show with great characters. Thank you. 🙏🏻♥️✨🌈😊

[@paulburton9386]

That was lovely - thank you!

[@amaberc27]

This made me so happy!!

[@MarcusTDM]

This was a lovely interview. The best one I’ve watched so far.

[@karinburger6876]

Love this interview... thanks for letting us peek into your friendship! :-)

[@bomax1066]

In New Zealand Just gone into our 2nd lockdown. You two made my day, great to see and hear you both what a team.

[@deborahdufel1664]

Thank you RobBrydon for your gentleness with Ruth Jones.

[@paulfitz61]

Rob & Ruth I am a huge fan thank you for cheering us up brilliant please do more.

[@carolpaterson122]

Lovely lady. Kept her feet on the ground. Amazingly talented

[@LiziJ1987]

I love Ruth Jones so much, best episode yet! ❤️🥺🥰

[@DougKaplan]

Gosh this is wholesome, I love seeing 2 friends with a clear deep connection like they have. Rob is an absolutely wonderful host.

[@carriesullivan5212]

Thank you so much for this. I didn’t find G&S until last year (American) and I binge watched the whole thing. Then to be treated with that Christmas special was fantastic. Love finding you and the rest of the cast in everything else you’ve done.

[@kmsleyang8972]

Me too I just finished binging it this weekend....also American

[@RINI329]

That was absolutely lovely. I adore you both and could’ve watched another 20 minutes easily. Not to mention how I hope there are more G&S episodes in the future. That Christmas special was perfection. I laughed, I cried. Wonderful!

[@mylesaway8892]

I just cried!

[@Marielusi]

I love both so much, they are so down to earth, real and funny!

[@tiffanyhughes8403]

This is AWESOME!! Absolutely love Gavin and Stacey. (“What's occuring?” - “That's well lush” What it is, you have to start everything with ‘w-w-w-dot’) I have been rewatching Gavin & Stacey eposides again and not for the first time and I love them more and more everytime. I just started watching, Would I Lie to You? on BritBox and I LOVE IT! (If you have not figured it out I live across the pond...lol...)

[@iceetmarne3571]

Lovely. Thank you Rob.

[@ellenwalker7892]

Wonderful! Thank you 🙏💕

[@J66PRB]

Thank you both for a thoroughly entertaining 18.42 minutes, you had me smiling and laughing the whole time.

[@kevinlance1813]

What a lovely lovely woman. Enjoyed the interview (both parts) very much.

[@totsmini3105]

WoooHooo ~ Please bring back Gav & Stace!!!! ~ We Love these characters, We miss 'em, Now more than ever :) :)

[@padance]

Wonderful in every way!! 💖💖

[@trishgreen3499]

Love this woman she is so talented and rob well it goes with out saying 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@rhianhegarty3383]

Love these videos!

[@jorgen_bernle]

I really love your videos. Thank you so much!

[@mattthompson3110]

I just love these two

[@JetMars17]

Loved this!!

[@anidiquaojala1804]

Love you 2 in all your talent in everything you've preformed in and asking for more please , as in Gavin and Stacy !

[@tamravenhill301]

This makes me want to watch Gavin and Stacey again. Loved that show, one for the ages.

[@bellalenaghan6420]

My 2 favourite people ever!!!

[@niguel4438]

Great show. Excellent episode. More! More! More! etc........

[@LolaSweetheart]

Subscribed! This was an absolute cheesey grin inducing 19 minutes, and just loved it. Felt like I was watching an intimate conversation on my own sofas :)

[@milliebanks3520]

adore the two of you!! lots of love x

[@user-nt9nd7xm5f]

Great chemistry love and friendship right there ❤️

[@angelahorton5745]

This was the best interview/conservation I have had ever listened to. It had me welling up and laughing out loud. Two wonderful people, thank you!

[@brinsonopinion]

This was lovely & thank God (for us in the US) that now you'll have all the time in the world to do more projects in the UK with James Corden!

[@anitahargreaves9526]

Just seen this, wonderful to watch them together ❤

[@gavinfullen4282]

Right. That's it. I'm watching them all again....after I finish the season of Columbo. Joyous, lovely people.

[@kassistwisted]

This is absolutely a delight!

[@MsShaumar]

Omg so glad you’ve started this channel, only discovered this evening and binged it, well there’s only 4 but you know what I mean! Might Coogan be a guest?

[@bellabrooks5289]

What a Fabulous collaboration!!!! Yes lease make more seasons of Stella so I can see it in the USA 🇺🇸 you two make me smile 😊

[@karenallcock8626]

Please please write another series. For me it was the best comedy EVER.

[@vickymanley4347]

So great. Thanks.

[@katherinecollins4685]

Super brilliant interview

[@RobbieB2606]

Lovely interview

[@stephjovi]

So cute that she still has the card ❤️

[@mrsouzzo]

I love this! It made my whole day! Desperately hoping for more Series 4! Absolutely LOVE Nessa and Bryn's dynamic on the show! Ruth and Rob, you both are amazing actors!

[@snowydragon17761]

This was so wonderful. Wish it had been a longer episode. Hope you get to interview more folks. Would be wonderful to see Dylan Moran, Julia Bradbury, Suranne Jones, Davit Mitchell, Greta Gerwig, James Cordon, Dawn French, and Viveik Kalra .