Bafta win a 'great way to say farewell' to Nessa

Ruth Jones, the talented actor and writer known for her role in the beloved show Gavin and Stacey, recently celebrated a significant achievement by winning a Bafta award. This award was given to her for her outstanding performance as Nessa in the show's finale. Ruth expressed that winning the Bafta was a 'lovely way to say farewell to the show,' which has been a significant part of her life for the past 17 years. She is also set to make an appearance at the Charleston Festival in East Sussex, where she will discuss her latest novel titled By Your Side. Ruth has received numerous accolades for her acting skills and is recognized as a Sunday Times bestselling author. Upon receiving the award for Best Female Performance in a Comedy, Ruth admitted that she was quite shocked. In a humorous moment, she shared that she took off her shoes and ended up going on stage barefoot to accept her award. She reflected on the experience, saying, 'It was a lovely farewell. ' The Christmas Day finale of Gavin and Stacey attracted an impressive audience of over 19 million viewers, making it one of the largest TV audiences of the century. In this memorable episode, Ruth's character Nessa finally tied the knot with Smithy, portrayed by James Corden, who is also one of the show's co-creators. Ruth's new book, By Your Side, marks her fourth novel and explores themes of joy found in unexpected connections. The story emphasizes the importance of maintaining friendships and community ties, especially during challenging times. Ruth described her new character, Linda Standish, as a unique mystery solver who seeks out individuals who have passed away and left no next of kin. She stated, 'It is quite an uplifting story,' and added that there is a significant part of her own personality reflected in Linda, as she wrote the book in a character monologue style. By Your Side is set to be released on Thursday, and Ruth is excited to host a launch party with a few friends to celebrate this new chapter in her writing career.