Ruth Jones has been in the limelight following the release of the final episode of Gavin and Stacey. While fans are aware of Jones’ success in the entertainment industry, they are equally curious about her personal life. As a result, the Stella actress’s spouse has become a topic of interest. So, who is Ruth Jones’ husband, and what does he do for a living?
Here is everything you need to know about Ruth Jones’ husband, his job, and the couple’s relationship history.
Who is Ruth Jones married to?
Ruth Jones is married to David Peet.
Jones has spoken warmly about her husband. In an interview with The Independent, she praised Peet, stating, “He has a very sharp mind combined with a dry Yorkshire wit, making him a naturally funny man.”
What is David Peet’s job?
David Peet has a multi-faceted career in the entertainment industry.
He works as a producer, executive producer, and writer. Peet co-founded his own company, Tidy Productions, alongside his wife Ruth Jones. He was a co-creator of the popular comedy series Stella, in which Jones starred. The couple also produced Ruth Jones’ Sunday Brunch together.
David Peet’s other notable credits as a producer include Ruth Jones’ Summer Holiday, The Great Outdoors, Ruth Jones’s Easter Treat, Ruth Jones’s Christmas Cracker, Borderlines, and many others. He also served as an executive producer and writer for Gavin and Stacey, which recently aired its final episode.
Ruth Jones and David Peet’s relationship history
Ruth Jones and David Peet first crossed paths in the early 1990s while working on a BBC comedy pilot. In an interview with Scotsman, Jones shared details about their first encounter: “It was love at first voice because I spoke to [him] on the phone before I met him” (via The Sun).
At the time, Peet was married to someone else, but that relationship eventually ended. Jones and Peet tied the knot in 1999 and have been inseparable ever since. Jones is also a stepmother to her husband’s children from his previous marriage: Alex, Louise, and Fiona.
