Die-hard fans of the beloved BBC show Gavin and Stacey have recently unearthed a surprising connection between two of its stars, Ruth Jones and Julia Davis. While Ruth Jones is best known for her role as the iconic Nessa in Gavin and Stacey, she and Julia Davis actually worked together in a lesser-known sitcom before their famous collaboration.
From Gavin and Stacey to Nighty Night
Ruth Jones, the co-creator of Gavin and Stacey and the sassy Nessa, previously starred alongside Julia Davis in the noughties black comedy, Nighty Night. Julia Davis, known for her role as Dawn Sutcliffe in Gavin and Stacey, played the narcissistic sociopath Jill Tyrell in Nighty Night.
A Dark Comedy Gem
Nighty Night, which aired in 2004, became infamous for its dark humor and intricate character portrayals. Julia Davis's performance as the manipulative Jill Tyrell and Ruth Jones's role as her clueless assistant Linda garnered critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.
Fans React
As fans pieced together the connection between Nessa and Dawn, many took to social media to express their surprise and admiration for the duo's earlier collaboration. Some fans even praised Nighty Night as being on par with, if not better than, Gavin and Stacey.
Accolades and Recognition
Despite Nighty Night's relatively short run, the show received accolades and nominations, with Julia Davis winning a Royal Television Society Award for her performance. The sitcom's dark humor and memorable characters left a lasting impact on viewers, solidifying Julia Davis's and Ruth Jones's status as versatile and talented performers.
For those interested in exploring this hidden gem of British comedy, Nighty Night is currently available to watch on BBC iPlayer, offering a glimpse into the early collaboration of two stars who would later shine in the spotlight of Gavin and Stacey.
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