Beverley Callard says Coronation Street legend Liz McDonald could be killed off

Will Mellor has opened up about how landing his new role in Coronation Street gave him and his entire family “a real boost” after tragically losing his dad last April.The actor, 44, was left heartbroken after his dad Bill passed away. Unable to hug his father due to the Covid-19 restrictions it was – as Will puts it – “a tough year.” In an interview about his new role as Coronation Street’s new baddie – evil drug lord, Harvey – Will revealed just how much the part means to him.

direct to your inboxJohnny Briggs' acting career began with minor, uncredited roles in some of the most critically-acclaimed British films of all time.But it was on the small screen where Briggs, who died on Sunday aged 85 following a long illness, found fame and fortune. He played unscrupulous businessman Mike Baldwin on Coronation Street for 30 years and his character's tangled love-life and long-standing rivalry with Ken Barlow made Briggs a household name.

Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs has died aged 85.The star was famous for his role as Mike Baldwin in the ITV soap.A statement from his family said he died after a long illness."It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our father, Johnny Briggs," the statement said."He passed away peacefully this morning after a long illness, with family by his side.He was 85."We politely ask for privacy at this time, so that we can quietly grieve as a family and remember the wonderful times

direct to your inbox“I’m flabbergasted,” said Fay Beeley.She can’t quite believe how successful her oven cleaning business has become just weeks after launching.The mum-of-one, from Stockport, scrubs around 60 ovens a week under the name ‘That Oven Girl’.Fay launched the firm with the help of her family just three weeks ago, but has already gained a reputation among Coronation Street and reality TV stars.She has Simon Gregson, who plays Steve McDonald, and Ellie Leach - who plays Faye Windass -

Actress Katherine Kelly catapulted to fame while playing barmaid Becky McDonald in Coronation Street. Quickly becoming a household name, the actress captivated fans with her cheeky personality and rowdy ways on the soap.

Beverley Callard’s called it “the book you’ll never forget”, while Sally Lindsay declared she couldn’t put it down. Claire King described it as “absolutely filthy” and even refined Dynasty legend Stephanie Beacham couldn’t get enough, calling it “fabulously wicked”.