I did get a really weird fan letter from a bloke in prison. I

I did get a really weird fan letter from a bloke in prison. I think it was when I was doing 'Fat Friends.' He said he'd be happy to do an exercise routine for me, to go through a fitness regime for me. I didn't take him up on the offer... dunno why?!

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Yes — that quote is correctly attributed to Ruth Jones, the Welsh actress, comedian, writer, and producer best known for co-creating and starring in the hit television series Gavin & Stacey.

“I did get a really weird fan letter from a bloke in prison. I think it was when I was doing Fat Friends. He said he'd be happy to do an exercise routine for me, to go through a fitness regime for me. I didn't take him up on the offer... dunno why?!”
— Ruth Jones

Context and Background

Ruth Jones shared this humorous anecdote in an interview about her experiences with fans and fame, recalling her time on the early-2000s drama Fat Friends, which focused on weight loss and community life. The show gained a loyal audience, and Jones’s role brought her wider recognition long before Gavin & Stacey made her a household name.

Her story reflects both her sharp sense of humor and her ability to laugh at the oddities of celebrity life — in this case, a fan letter from an admirer behind bars offering fitness advice!

Interpretation

“Weird fan letter from a bloke in prison” — underscores the sometimes unpredictable side of fame.
“He said he’d be happy to do an exercise routine for me” — adds comic absurdity; the fan seems sincere but obliviously strange.
“I didn’t take him up on the offer… dunno why?!” — showcases Jones’s trademark wit and self-deprecating humor.

Summary

This quote captures Ruth Jones’s warmth and comedic timing, hallmarks of her personality both on and off screen. It’s a lighthearted reflection on the peculiar encounters that come with fame — and her ability to turn even an odd fan letter into a good laugh.

Ruth Jones

Welsh - Actress Born: September 22, 1966

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