Sheridan Smith 'is set to RETURN to Gavin and Stacey for its final episode after talks with BBC bosses' - despite claims she'd never reprise her role

Sheridan Smith has reportedly 'signed a deal' to return for the last ever episode of Gavin & Stacey. Sheridan Smith has reportedly 'signed a deal' to return for the last ever episode of Gavin & Stacey The actress is said to be joining the iconic cast for the Christmas special as James' on-screen sister Rudi Smith 'The script for Gavin & Stacey: The Finale includes all of the show's major players - including Smithy's sister Rudi. Sheridan played Ruth 'Rudi' Smith, known for her tumultuous relationship with James's character Smithy, plus their impromptu raps, and is a cult favourite with fans. Despite earlier claims Sheridan wouldn't join the cast - it seems things might have take a turn as a source told The Mirror: 'The script for Gavin & Stacey: The Finale includes all of the show's major players - including Smithy's sister Rudi' Sheridan played Ruth 'Rudi' Smith, known for her tumultuous relationship with James's character Smithy, plus their impromptu raps, and is a cult favourite with fans They both attended The Variety Club Showbusiness Awards at the end of April where James was the recipient of the Outstanding Global Achievements in Broadcasting, Acting and Comedy accolade James and Ruth confirmed the sitcom's return on social media with a post featuring the creators holding up a script titled Gavin and Stacey: the finale earlier this month. James and Ruth confirmed the sitcom's return on social media with a post featuring the creators holding up a script titled Gavin and Stacey: the finale earlier this month The show's main stars have been contacted to ensure their diaries are clear to film the final episode, which will air on Christmas Day on BBC1 Speaking shortly after the announcement, Sheridan confessed: 'I feel bad for the team and all the work they put in, but I'm at that age now where I want to be challenged.