Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

59 · Born: Sep 22, 1966

Personal Details

BornSep 22, 1966 Bridgend, Wales, UK

Biography

Noted personality hails from Bridgend, a charming town located in the southern part of Wales. This individual's educational background is marked by attendance at Porthcawl Comprehensive School, laying the foundation for their future pursuits.

Subsequent to their secondary education, they pursued higher learning at Warwick University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama and Theatre Studies. Following their undergraduate studies, they went on to receive actor training at the prestigious Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

The individual's television credits are numerous and impressive, featuring notable roles in shows such as Fat Friends, which spanned four seasons, and Tales from Pleasure Beach for BBC1. They also appeared in Human Remains for BBC2, Nighty Night for BBC2, and Saxondale for BBC2.

In addition to their television work, they have made appearances in several films, including East Is East, Emma, Very Annie Mary, and Heartlands. One of their most iconic roles is that of Myfanwy in the popular British sitcom Little Britain, which they portrayed in all three series.

This talented individual is also credited as a co-writer of the hit television show Gavin & Stacey, which they co-created with James Corden. Furthermore, they brought the character of Nessa to life in the same show.

Currently residing in the vibrant city of Cardiff, this accomplished personality has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry through their diverse range of roles and creative endeavors.

Career

2018
Nativity Rocks!
Nativity Rocks! as Farmer Beatie
2017
Eat Locals
Eat Locals as Mrs. Thatcher
2016
Stella
Stella as Stella Morris
2011
Hattie
Hattie as Hattie Jacques
2010
Gavin & Stacey
Gavin & Stacey as Vanessa Jenkins
2008
Tess of the D'Urbervilles
Tess of the D'Urbervilles as Joan Durbeyfield
Little Dorrit
Little Dorrit as Flora Finching
2007
2006
2005
Fat Friends
Fat Friends as Kelly Chadwick
2003
Heartlands
Heartlands as Mandy
2001
Very Annie Mary
Very Annie Mary as Complaining Customer
2000
Animated Epics: Don Quixote
Animated Epics: Don Quixote as Antonia / Landlady / Peasant Girl
1996
Emma
Emma as Bates' Maid
2014
Us & Them
Us & Them as Creator
2012
Stella
Stella as Creator
2007