LONDON — Ruth Jones has revealed how much she treasures her background and “very special” Welsh identity.

The actress and star of hit series Gavin And Stacey has said growing up surrounded by the unknowingly “hilarious” people of South Wales primed her for future comedy characters.

Jones has said that throughout her career she has loved celebrating her identity, and sharing it on screen.

The actress, raised in Porthcawl, wrote and starred in the Bafta Award-winning Gavin And Stacey, bringing the culture and mannerisms of South Wales to a huge TV audience.

She has carried her identity into the Steve Coogan series Saxondale, and her current comedy series Stella which she co-wrote with husband David Peet. — Yahoo News