Comedian Mo Gilligan has spoken about the nostalgic effect the popular television series 'Gavin & Stacey' has on him, evoking memories of his childhood holidays in Barry Island, Wales.
Gilligan, who is a judge on the ITV series 'The Masked Singer', recalled spending time at the seaside, enjoying the fun park's log flume and playing penny arcade machines. He told BBC Radio Wales that while the show has brought the resort to prominence, it doesn't quite capture the same essence he remembers from his youth.
He also commented on the idea of him being written into the series as a character, suggesting that if co-writer James Corden had included him as a "random black cousin," viewers would have been "mad confused." Gilligan noted that many people expressed surprise upon learning about his Welsh connections, given that he grew up in London.
Beyond reminiscing about Barry Island, Gilligan expressed his enjoyment of returning to perform in Cardiff, describing the city as having a "really good vibe." He emphasized the importance of performing in places that have shown him support, stating that Cardiff offers an excellent venue for his shows.
Gilligan's new Netflix documentary, "Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy," is currently available.