Ruth Jones Discusses Alcohol Abstinence on Podcast

Ruth Jones, known for her role in 'Gavin and Stacey', revealed that an 'unhappy' period during the filming of the show led her to quit alcohol for nearly a decade. In a recent appearance on the Bee Sober podcast, the 58-year-old actress shared her struggles with drinking, particularly around Christmas, when she realized she no longer enjoyed it. She stated, 'I just thought: 'What am I doing,' after finding no pleasure in her wine consumption. The Christmas special finale of 'Gavin and Stacey' attracted an impressive 12.5 million viewers, marking a significant moment for Jones and her co-star James Corden as their characters concluded their storyline. Additionally, Ruth addressed the stigma surrounding alcohol abstention, noting that societal reactions differ significantly compared to other lifestyle choices. This candid discussion comes alongside her recent return to her character Nessa, where she read the BBC Radio 4 Shipping Forecast to celebrate its 100-year anniversary.