Sarah Hadland was taken aback when she read the final episodes of Miranda and questioned the sitcom's creator about the storyline.
Despite winning over fans on this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing, Sarah is best known for playing Stevie Sutton, Miranda's best friend in the BBC sitcom.
Miranda first hit screens in 2009 and ran for just over five years, with the final scenes playing out in two Christmas specials, ending on New Year's Day in 2015.
Having starred in the hugely successful show for so long and becoming friends with the creator, writer and star, Miranda Hart, it was always going to be difficult to say goodbye to the much-loved characters.
Sarah, 53, revealed that filming the last episode was indeed a heartbreaking experience.
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"We were all very sad, including Miranda," she revealed to Radio Times shortly after filming the final scenes. "We did the second episode last night in front of a studio audience. It was extremely sad and there were a lot of tears. It was very, very emotional."
The ensemble knew that Miranda, 51, intended to conclude the series with two final episodes, with a hiatus following the third season before the Christmas specials.
The actress had given the cast an early warning and a general outline of what to expect in the storylines.
Sarah was taken aback when she finally saw the complete script, prompting her to phone Miranda in astonishment at the unexpected twists.
"I read it all, ringing her in between and going, 'Reaaaaally? Is that what's going to happen?'" she recounted.
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Fans of the series will recall how Miranda ultimately broke up with her romantic partner and fiancé Gary, portrayed by Tom Ellis.
After Miranda and Stevie reconciled following a disagreement, the shop manager decided to move in with her best friend to support her through her sorrow and ensure she wasn't alone.
In the end, Miranda came to the realisation that it wasn't about needing Gary, but wanting him, leading to their wedding in a restaurant.
Sarah and Miranda reunited on The One Show earlier this month, with the comedian revealing she had tied the knot with her partner.
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