Gavin and Stacey star makes it clear show will never return

Wales Online

08-05-2025

Gavin and Stacey star makes it clear show will never return
Larry Lamb has ruled out a reboot of the hit BBC show, admitting the cast and crew have realised the Christmas special was the 'end' of the series
The actor is nodding to the much loved TV series on his first ever book tour.
Fans of Gavin and Stacey may have finally recovered after the Christmas series finale, but a key actor from the beloved series has quashed any lingering hopes for a revival. Larry Lamb, known for his role as Mick Shipman in the BBC's cherished sitcom for 17 years, described last year's Christmas special as an "extraordinary experience."
The festive episode achieved a staggering 19.11 million views, and is even up for a memorable moment award at this year's BAFTAs for the iconic wedding scene.
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He told BBC Essex: "At the time, we all thought it probably won't be the end, I'm sure we will be doing it again, but gradually what's happened over the months, what I've realised is that was the end." For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter .
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While he acknowledged the sadness in concluding the show, he said that it was the right way to finish the much loved series He said: "That scene in the wedding - that's up for the moment of the year.
"It was the way to end this story, you can't keep going on with it. Ruth and James brought it to a grand finale."
Larry Lamb who plays Mick Shipman in Gavin & Stacey stole the show with his heartfelt speech
(Image: BBC/GS TV Productions Ltd/Tom Jackson )
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Larry Lamb expressed that Mick will always be a part of him, and he's incorporating a Gavin and Stacey twist into his upcoming tour promoting his new book, 'All Wrapped Up'.
He said in a release: "For the past 17 years, it's been such an honour to play the ever-popular Mick Shipman, Gavin's dad. Fans of the show often ask me what it's like to work on a TV or film set – and I hope that my novel gives them a glimpse into that world."
Although he's embarking on fresh ventures, Lamb's fondness for the series is evident, particularly with the theme of his book tour.
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Larry told BBC Essex: 'I've chosen to start my book tour in Billericay, and end in Barry Island, in tribute to the fans of Gavin and Stacey and the unwavering support that each of the local communities have shown us over the years."
The tour will kick off at The Reading Rooms in Billericay, Essex on Friday 16th May, and will end at the famous Marco's Café in Barry Island later this year.
His tour also includes visiting The Hay Festival in Hay-on-Wye, Powys, The Mold Bookshop in Mold, Flintshire and The Hours in Brecon before finishing the tour in the iconic café where Stacey worked in the sitcom.
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Earlier this year fans were sent in to meltdown as the cast had a mini reunion to toast the launch of his debut novel.
Larry Lamb's debut novel All Wrapped Up is available to buy online and in all good bookstores.
(Image: Pete Jones - All Wrapped Up is available to buy now online and in all good bookstores. )
In attendance was his on screen wife Alison Steadman (aka Pam Shipman), Melanie Walters (Gwen ), and Ade Scarborough (Pete Sutcliffe). Read more here.
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