Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

As a longtime fan of Gavin & Stacey, I must say that the recent finale was nothing short of spectacular! The secret engagement twist and the heartwarming reunion between Smithy and Nessa were truly touching moments that made my heart flutter with joy. It’s clear that the writers and creators have a deep understanding of these characters and their complex relationships, which is what has kept us hooked for 17 years.

In a chat three months back, actress Laura Aikman, famous for her role in Gavin and Stacey, subtly suggested that she might reappear on the BBC show as the character Sonia.

On Christmas Day’s grand conclusion, spectators held their breath in anticipation as it turned out that James Corden’s character Smithy’s fiancée was the role of Sonia, played by Laura, instead of Ruth Jones’ Nessa.

The unexpected emergence of Laura took the nation by surprise, since she was kept secluded at a different hotel throughout the filming process, and she was bound by a non-disclosure agreement, prohibiting her from disclosing her return.

Nevertheless, an earlier interview with Country and Townhouse magazine seems to suggest that the actress may have subtly given away a significant clue.

Although the chat was about her starring in ITV’s Joan, the interviewer began by quizzing Laura on how life was going at the time.  

She replied: “Life is simply marvelous at the moment. I’m wrapping up a job that I adored, working alongside a fantastic team, and I’m making sure to savor each moment of it.

Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

Yet, when 12.5 million spectators were left breathless by the unexpected unveiling, none were more stunned than her cherished parents – for they were completely oblivious to her upcoming return to the spotlight.

On Boxing Day’s following morning, the actress posted a video on Instagram showing the instant her astonished parents discovered the big surprise.

She posted, accompanied by a funny video: “As soon as they figure out that Sonia’s spoiling Christmas once more…

astonishment washed over her face as she abruptly sat upright, pointing towards the screen, exclaiming, “Oh my goodness! What on earth was that? You didn’t mention it to us!

Overflowing with giggles, Laura replied: ‘Not a soul has been let in on our secret!’ Meanwhile, the rest of her family echoed their shock in the background with more shouts and laughter.

Laura emphasized that she treats an NDA with utmost importance, using the hashtags ‘#gavinandstaceythefinale’ and ‘#gavinandstacey’.

After the final episode was broadcast, Christine Gernon – the director of Gavin and Stacey – shared on Instagram the remarkable lengths she went to in order to keep her return a secret.

Laura was captured on camera with Alison Steadman, known for playing Pam in the BBC series, and the director playfully commented: “@lauraikman managed to stay out of sight throughout the entire G&S production.

“Sonia secretly returned without attending the same hotel or events such as wrap parties. This made her return a surprising revelation, and she truly shines as an actress and individual.

Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

In simpler terms, Sonia’s maid of honor, portrayed by Lauren Cornelius, shared that the storyline was tightly guarded, ensuring no spoilers were revealed until the initial script reading.

In a conversation with The Mirror, she revealed: “Laura was kept hidden from us before filming began. She stayed in separate hotels and was forbidden from participating in any pre-production activities. Her name didn’t appear anywhere.

As an ardent follower, I found myself diving into a tale for the very first time during our initial read-through. Prior to this moment, none of us had been privy to the script, leaving us clueless about what was in store. It wasn’t until we delved into the pages that all the pieces fell into place.

James Corden frequently changed Laura’s pseudonyms during the proceedings, a tactic designed to confuse others involved.

1) She stated that it was initially Katie, followed by Leticia, and finally Anna. (In terms of sequence)

Five years have passed since the television series last aired its Christmas episode in 2019, and now, we have a special holiday edition and conclusion.

Previously, a scene recorded five years back had viewers anxiously anticipating how Smithy would respond when Nessa proposed by getting down on one knee.

In the opinion of many viewers, the last episode was considered flawless, leaving them emotional as they watched the conclusion of a series that had been on air for 17 years.

Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments
Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman previously hinted at return to BBC series in resurfaced interview comments

As viewers eagerly watched the episode to discover if Smithy would agree to Nessa’s proposal, a sudden leap of five years showed that they were indeed planning a wedding, but things were not as straightforward as they appeared.

It emerged that Smithy actually became engaged to his girlfriend Sonia, who didn’t win over the Shipman or West family during their encounter in the previous holiday special.

As a devoted fan, I was pleasantly surprised to see the reappearance of Sheridan Smith as my character’s sister, Rudi, and Pam Ferris as my mom, Cath, in the series.

However, on his wedding day, Smithy discovered that Nessa was his one and only love and decided to cancel the nuptials instead.

Everyone piled into Dave’s RV and sped towards Southampton, as Nessa prepared to embark on her journey by sea. After 17 long years, an emotional moment unfolded: Dave confessed his love for her, imploring her to rethink her departure.

Despite Nessa consistently expressing she wouldn’t repropose to Smithy, he countered her previous proposal from five years ago. In the end, he got down on one knee and asked her to become his wife.

Later on, the scene transitioned to Smithy and Nessa finally taking their vows in a heartfelt ceremony held in Barry. The show concluded with a touching montage of the entire family celebrating the event at The Dolphin pub, followed by them all posing for a group photo together.

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