2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Gavin and Stacey star Mat Horne reveals next gig after finale – and it’s just days away
GAVIN And Stacey star Mat Horne has revealed his next acting gig after the epic BBC finale wrapped.
The Nottinghamshire-born TV favourite plays protagonist Gavin Shipman in the much-loved show – which saw more than 12 million Brits tune in on Christmas Day.
Gavin & Stacey star Mat Horne has bagged his next work gig after the epic show finale[/caption]
Mat also works as a DJ and will be behind the decks in London on December 31[/caption]
The last-ever episode of the treasured series spelled the end ofRuth JonesandJames Corden‘s programme forever – 17 years after it was first created.
Fans watched Mat’s character play a key role in intervening in Smithy’s wedding – flagging his view on the unsuitability of his partnership with Sonia – before James’ character went on to propose to Nessa in tear-jerking scenes.
The one-off episode, which aired at 9pm on Christmas Day, was confirmed as the final instalment of the drama, which first screened in May 2007, after three series and threeChristmasspecials.
Yet while speculation of a follow-up mounts, Mat has secured his next work before 2024 is out.
He will be DJ-ing at Propeganda’s “alternative and indie party” in London on New Year’s Eve.
A poster for the event on December 31 at Camden’s Electric Ballroom advertises his DJ set as well as that of DJ Dan, who is an Oasis Aftershow DJ.
Organisers promise the event will be full of tunes from the likes of the Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, The Killers and Wet Leg.
They added: “The Gavin and Stacey Christmas Special may be the only thing on our wish list this year, but we promise this will be THE night to remember!
“Mathew Horne (Gavin) and DJ Dan (Oasis Aftershow DJ) will be bringing the bangers and vibes to ring in the new year and make you feel like you’re in the best party in Barry Island! Crackin’.”
They added: “You know what would be well lush? Grab your mates, binge some Gavin and Stacey, and sort your tickets for the best indie night of the year in London!
“Buy your tickets now to secure your spot! Tidy!”
Tickets for the event are priced from £15.
Gavin and Stacey's Best Moments
With the news that the show is set to make an exciting return to screens, let's take a look at some of the comedy programme's biggest and best moments...
Smithy and Rudi’s American Boy rap – No one will ever forget when James Corden and Sheridan Smith rapped perfectly word for word the Kanye West and Estelle hit American Boy as they walked across the car park on the phone to Gavin.
Pam’s Vegetarian faux pas – Despite loving a cheesburger, Pam found herself caught up in a web of unexpected lies when she claimed to be Vegetarian. She is forced to keep up the secret throughout the entire show and uses hubby Mick to help her scoff meat. She is later rumbled when Stacey catches her in the act as she scoffs ham in the kitchen. Stacey says to her: “Is that ham, Pam!?… “I’ve seen you, Pam. A scotch egg here, a bit of bacon there, putting those regular sausages into the Linda McCartney box”.
THAT fishing trip – It remains one of the biggest mysteries in Gavin and Stacey history as to just exactly what did happen on the ill-fated fishing trip. Bryn appears to be hiding a secret as to an occurance between him and his nephew Jason which has left relations fractures. Ness’ on-off boyfriend, Dave, is the only other person to know the whole truth. Bryn did appear to allude to him and Jason lying together naked to keep warm as he said to Dave: “We’re going to have this out, once and for all, man to man, you may know what happened, David, but you don’t know why it happened! It was freezing cold, it was! And when you are that cold…”
Islands in the Stream – No one can ever forget the classic Karaoke performance of Islands in the Stream. Nessa and Bryn performed the track in front of all their nearest and dearest. It saw the whole pub burst into some line-dancing as they enjoyed a boozy night out.
The Xmas special proposal – In 2019, fans were left overjoyed when the show made a comeback but it ended on the ultimate cliffhanger. Nessa asked Smithy if she would marry him as she finally laid bare her feelings for him. Fans were gutted as the show then cut straight to the credits as they never found out just how Smithy answered. Will all be revealed in the brand new episode?
Although Mat is best known forGavin And Stacey, he appeared in numerous other shows, including comedy programmes such as The Catherine Tate Show, Teachers and Horne And Corden.
NEXT CHAPTER?
Insiders have told The Sun how TV execs are keen to coax more Gavin and Stacey-related material from co-writers James and Ruth.
A source said: “It would be madness to close the door on such a hit.”
The spin-off could come in the form of a sitcom following warring couple Dawn and Pete, insiders said.
A TV source said: “James and Ruth are adamant this is the last of Gavin & Stacey. But, when a programme achieves such results, execs will always hope for more.
“At the end of the day, ratings talk and it would be madness to close the door on such a hit forever when fans loved it so much.
“Bosses have had casual discussions about whether options like a Pete and Dawn spin-off could work.
“They were always more separate to the main group and a new universe could be developed which didn’t involve any of the core cast, so James and Ruth’s involvement could be a little different.”
He will host a DJ set at Camden’s Electric Ballroom for New Year’s Eve[/caption]
He has played protagonist Gavin on the show since its inception[/caption]
Show bosses are said to ‘live in hope’ of a spin off[/caption]
2 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Coronation Street legend Kevin Webster to battle cancer in harrowing new storyline
CORONATION Street legend Kevin Webster will battle cancer in a harrowing new storyline on the soap.
The mechanic – who is played by actor Michael Le Vell in the ITV soap – has been a mainstay on the cobbles for 41 years but next year he will face hi toughest battle yet.
Kevin Webster faces a cancer battle next year in Coronation Street[/caption]
Kevin and Abi will be tested when she is tempted to stray[/caption]
And it’s going to hit his wife Abi hard too as she struggles with her own ordeal.
New producer Kate Brooks told The Sun: “As we go into the new year, Kevin will discover that he’s got testicular cancer, which causes a massive strain on his relationship.
“Abi is a really strong character, but she’s going through her own turmoil at the same time.
“We want to tell this really truthfully. We’ve been working closely with Macmillan to make sure that we tell the story right.
“Ultimately, it’s about their relationship and testing that relationship.”
Working with Macmillan has meant Corrie is keen to raise awareness of the disease – and have Kevin speak frankly about what he’s going through.
“It was really important that we don’t show Kevin being embarrassed or being reticent to talk to his friends about it,” Kate added.
“He’s quite open about it, which I thought was quite refreshing.
“He talks to Tim and Steve about it, and they all have their own way of handling it, but ultimately it’s about his relationship with Abi, and that is going to be truly tested.
“As I alluded to, Abi is going through her own situation as she struggles with the aftermath of a big event that happens in January.
“She loves Kevin and he loves her, but temptation comes Abi’s way…”
Meanwhile with a cancer battle and a wandering wife, Kevin and sister Debbie will come face to face with their long-lost brother Carl when he makes his debut in Weatherfield.
Symptoms of testicular cancer
The most common sign is a lump or swelling on one of your testicles, which is normally about the size of a pea.
Not all testicular lumps are cancerous, while only four per cent of scrotal lumps are, but you should still always get your GP to take a look.
Here are the signs to look out for:
A lump or swelling in the testicle
A heavy scrotum
A dull ache or sharp pain in the testicles and scrotum
A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum
A difference in the texture or increase in firmness of the testicle
A difference between one testicle and the other
To know if you have any signs of changes in your testicles, it’s important to know what feels normal.
It’s a good idea to have a hot shower before checking them, then gently roll your testicle between your thumb and finger.
Then repeat for the other testicle.
Repeat this every week so you get a feel for their shape and siz
Kate revealed: “We’ve got Carl Webster coming into the show, who is Debbie and Kevin’s brother, to build up that Webster clan.
“We’ve got big stories coming up for Debbie and Kevin. It’s about building that clan up. For me, the Websters, Barlows and Platts are the big clans.”
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