Filming starts for new Ruth Jones and Steve Speirs comedy '35 years in the making'
Jones says the show has been "35 years in the making" as the pair have been busy on other projects.
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"In a funny way this show has been 35 years in the making, which is when I first met Steve."
— Ruth Jones , Celebrity
"Our first time acting together for quite a long time, Ruth makes me laugh more than anyone and I'm a terrible giggler."
— Steve Speirs , Celebrity
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Jones says the show has been "35 years in the making" as the pair have been busy on other projects.
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