Gavin & Stacey legend Alison Steadman has revealed she nearly died after a serious fall during a holiday in Dubai earlier this year. The beloved 78-year-old actress, known for playing Pam Shipman in the hit BBC sitcom, opened up about the terrifying accident that left her fearing for her life.
Speaking to Daily Star, Alison said the incident happened in January, and she’s still recovering from it months later. “I knew when I fell that it was serious – the pain was so bad,” she recalled.
She went on to share just how close she came to tragedy. “If I’d banged my head the way I banged my foot, I promise you, I would not be here. Every time I get fed up, I say to myself: the important thing is that I’m alive.”
The accident, which occurred while she was on a relaxing trip to Dubai, left her with severe injuries that required her to use a wheelchair for two months. Now on the mend, Steadman is slowly regaining her mobility but admits it hasn’t been easy.
“I want to get out and about more,” she said. “But it means I can get around my flat [and] move around. Otherwise, I’d be in bed or sitting in a chair and I don’t want that.”
Best known for her hilarious role in Gavin & Stacey, a show created by Ruth Jones and James Corden, Steadman has had a long and celebrated career. She’s also starred in Fat Friends, Boomers, and a range of stage and film productions. But despite her resilience, the fall has clearly shaken her.
Still, Alison’s positive spirit shines through. She remains focused on the fact that she survived what could have been a fatal accident. Fans of the sitcom icon will be relieved to know she’s recovering and staying strong.
Though she’s not back on her feet completely, Alison’s determined attitude is classic Pam – tough, cheeky, and unstoppable.
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