Step aside, Hollywood! Middlesbrough was the place to be in 2019 when the popular comedy “Dial M for Middlesbrough” graced our screens. Sequel to Murder On The Blackpool Express and Death On The Tyne, the film had a host a familiar faces in its cast, including the legendary Jason Donovan. But little did we know that behind the scenes, a hilarious meeting took place when Sian Gibson came face to face with the heartthrob himself.
“Dial M for Middlesbrough” follows the rollercoaster misadventures of Gemma and Terry as they find themselves stranded in a spooky caravan park after their coach breaks down in a ferocious thunderstorm. As they navigate this hilarious disaster, they encounter a motley crew of characters, each with their quirks and eccentricities.
But Johny Vegas let something slip in an interview with What To Watch – Sian Gibson’s comical encounter with the one and only Jason Donovan! He revealed that when the two first met, Sian’s reaction was nothing short of extraordinary.
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According to Gibson’s partner in comedic crime, Johny Vegas, Sian let out a shriek that could shatter glass! “She went up three octaves,” he chuckled. Can you imagine the scene? Sian, the talented actress we all adore, transforming into a giddy schoolgirl at the mere sight of the dashing Donovan.
Sian, still slightly mortified by her over-the-top reaction, recalled, “So embarrassing. I screamed, ‘Jason Donovan!’ in his face.” Oh, Sian, we’ve all been there when faced with our idols. But it seems she quickly redeemed herself, adding, “But I get to touch him, and I’m the most popular mum at school.” Well, there you have it! Sian Gibson, beloved mum and popular actress, has a newfound claim to fame – starring in a film with Jason Donovan!
Of course, the big question remains – what’s it like working with the ’90s heartthrob? Johny replied, “He’s brilliant to work with though. I don’t think he knows how funny he is.” Ah, the unexpected perks of sharing the screen with an international heartthrob!
But “Dial M for Middlesbrough” wouldn’t be complete without the other fabulous cast members. Annette Crosbie, Phil Davis, Sally Lindsay and Joanna Page starred to name a few as well as Jane McDonald and H from Steps playing themselves adding further comedy value.
So, there you have it, the unforgettable encounter between Sian Gibson and Jason Donovan. If you wish to watch “Dial M for Middlesbrough” you can watch it on BBC Iplayer.