Ruth Jones, the co-creator of the popular BBC comedy series Gavin and Stacey, recently celebrated her 60th birthday at a private event held at the RAFA (Royal Air Force Association) Club in Porthcawl and Kenfig Hill. The gathering included several of her co-stars, such as James Corden and Rob Brydon, who were both key figures in the show. The RAFA Club holds a special place in Jones' life, as her parents were members for many years, and she often visited the club as a child, even taking her first guitar lessons there. During the event, James Corden, who co-wrote the series and played the character Smithy, helped behind the bar by pouring beers, adding a personal touch to the celebration. Rob Brydon joined Jones on stage to perform the country song "Islands in the Stream," a duet they had previously performed on the show. The private party also featured other members of the Gavin and Stacey cast, including Melanie Walters and Alison Steadman, as well as Steve Speirs, a long-time collaborator of Jones. Sarah Prescott, a steward at the RAFA Club, described the evening as "overwhelming and unbelievable," noting that the event was kept private and required careful planning. Attendees were unaware of the event's significance until they arrived. Prescott mentioned that Jones had requested specific food items, such as curry and chips, and that the club had seen a surge in new booking inquiries after the event. She added that the RAFA Club had been "put back on the map" due to the celebration. Following the event, Jones' team shared a message stating that the actress was "utterly delighted" and that the birthday party was "better than she could have ever imagined." The event not only marked a personal milestone for Jones but also brought attention to the RAFA Club, highlighting its historical and personal significance in her life.