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A third run of Ruth Jones's lovable series has already been commissioned. And as we return to Pontyberry for series two, Stella's still in a bit of a dilemma.
She's 42, a grandmother, pregnant and not sure if the baby belongs to toyboy Sean or her first love, Rob, who's working away in Canada.
Perhaps Stella could ask her straight-talking Aunty Brenda for advice. This new arrival (played by Di Botcher) arrives from Tenerife in a shocking pink raincoat and with an even more shocking tendency to speak her mind, greeting Stella with the words every woman loves to hear: "Oooh. Haven't you put on weight!"
The big ensemble cast have plenty to keep them busy. Sunil's parents are so proud as they wave him off to become a doctor, little realising what medical students get up to.
Dai is working in the funeral parlour and when he's not having kinky sessions with Paula, he's practising his elegant glide.
And even for lollipop man Alan, the world refuses to stand still. Or, as Aunty Brenda would put it: "Now there's a man who's aged!"
Jane Simon, The Mirror, 11th January 2013Ruth Jones steps out of Gavin & Stacey's shadow
There's only one topic of conversation that's sure to ruffle the feathers of the lovely Ruth Jones - namely Gavin & Stacey, the award-winning comedy she co-created with James Corden. Wearily, she confirms an American pilot might go ahead.
Susan Griffin, The Scotsman, 11th January 2013Ruth Jones on the return of her comedy alter ego
As Stella Series 2 begins on Sky1, we talk to its creator and star Ruth Jones about how the show has taken over her life...
Jack Seale, Radio Times, 11th January 2013Ruth Jones's beautifully observed comedy drama about a working mother in the Welsh valleys makes a welcome return. It picks up the story with Stella (Jones) and boyfriend Sean (Kenny Doughty) preparing for the arrival of their new baby, but Stella is having doubts as she's not sure whether Sean or Rob (Mark Lewis Jones), her ex who is now working in Canada, is the father.
Simon Horsford, The Telegraph, 10th January 2013Rory Girvan interview: not the child you think he is
Rory Girvan, one of the stars of Ruth Jones's Sky1 sitcom, previews the new series...
Andrew Mickel, Such Small Portions, 10th January 2013Ruth Jones: New Stella will be sexier than ever
Ruth Jones reveals her new series of Stella should come with a warning - as there's so much sex in it.
Anne Richardson, The Sun, 5th January 2013Ruth Jones on perils of fame
Despite her huge success, writer and actress Ruth Jones, 46, still can't get her head around the "fame thing".
Rachael Bletchly, The Mirror, 1st January 2013Ruth Jones's first solo project as writer and star was, at first glance, basically the Welsh half of Gavin & Stacey: in the small valley town of Pontyberry, the people were caring, unpretentious, slightly mad and joyfully dirty-minded. Lots of laughs there thanks to Jones's familiar, warm writing and an unfamiliar but excellent cast - on top of that, having a long series of 60-minute episodes allowed the drama to develop, as crumpled divorcee Stella (Jones herself) juggled romance, single motherhood and impending grandmotherhood. It was a pleasure to drop in on her once a week.
Jack Seale, Radio Times, 26th December 2012Anne Gilchrist joins Ruth Jones' company
BBC comedy executive Anne Gilchrist has joined Ruth Jones' indie Tidy Productions. Subscription required to view this article.
Broadcast, 12th December 2012What's the Story? (But really...I don't get it)
The BBC Radio Wales panel show, produced by Ruth Jones' Tidy Productions based in Cardiff, is a sort of 'quirky' 8 Out of 10 Cats. By that I mean, all the best things about 8 Out of 10 Cats are distinctly lacking.
Cat Roper, Comedy Cymru, 11th November 2012