As a cinephile with decades of experience under my belt, I must say that discovering Gavin & Stacey was akin to stumbling upon a long-lost relative you never knew existed but instantly feel a deep connection with. The moment I heard Alison Steadman’s voice as Pam in the first episode, I knew this character was destined for greatness – and so was the show itself.
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How did you feel when you found out this would be the last ever episode?
Quite touching – it’s as if we’re more than just colleagues; we’re like a close-knit family. Over the years, we’ve developed quite an attachment towards one another. I go way back with James and Ruth from our days on Fat Friends, and they even created the character Pam specifically for me. Can you believe my good fortune?
How similar to Pam are you?
I’m not like Pam at all! But that’s what I enjoy about acting – becoming somebody else. The first scene I read was Gavin coming home from work, Pam lying on the couch with cucumbers on her eyes after crying watching little badgers on TV. She says, “The mother badger was crying because all the little cubs died.” He says, “Mum, I don’t think badgers can cry.” Then Pam says, “I know what I saw.” As soon as I read it, I could hear her voice.
Would you like them to keep going?
It’s only natural and unavoidable that the wellspring of fantastic tales from Ruth and James will eventually dry up at some point.
The audience love it because there’s that warmth
Why are Pam and Mick so special?
As a movie buff, there’s something magical about the dynamic between me and Larry. The way we argue only to reconcile moments later, with her finding herself back in his embrace, is truly captivating. I believe this is what makes audiences adore their relationship – it exudes a genuine warmth that resonates deeply.
Of all the work you’ve done, is this the show you get approached the most about?
It’s a different world for sitcoms now — would Gavin & Stacey be made today?
In the past, there was just one person generating ideas, but now there are meetings with five to six people contributing their thoughts. For instance, when we performed Abigail’s Party in 1977, a BBC producer spotted us on stage at the Hampstead Theatre and by the time we finished performing, we were already filming it just two weeks later. These days, something like that wouldn’t happen as quickly.
Pam loves Christmas — are you the same?
Recently, I’ve experienced a period of grief due to the passing of my oldest sister in October. It’s been a challenging time for me. Typically, I host festivities, but last Christmas, we all gathered at my son’s home instead. Despite the anticipation of a joyful celebration, this Christmas will be bittersweet as I cherish being with my family – my children and two young grandchildren.
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