Claire Sweeney looks unrecognisable as new Coronation Street character

Big Brother series two star Joshua Rafter looks completely different 22 years on from his time as a housemate on the Channel 4 reality show. Joshua took part in the hit reality show in 2001 and was the first housemate ever to have been brought into the series via the Diary Room in what was a new twist for the show at the time. But despite lasting until day 50 in the house and coming sixth, he decided to turn his back on fame once he was evicted.

Coronation Street fans were left reaching for the sick bucket as they listened to Yasmeen Nazir's latest remarks. Those tuning in to the ITV soap on Monday (July 3) were treated to a chilli eating competition in the Bistro to raise money for Paul Foreman while a pub quiz took place at the Rovers.

Coronation Street's newest star Claire Sweeney couldn't have looked more different to how she looked during her on-screen debut earlier this week as she stepped out for a charity bash.

Coronation Street fans were left stunned by the return of a much-loved character who some claim to have 'forgotten'. Kevin Webster was seen returning to Weatherfield during Wednesday night's episode of the ITV soap (June 28) after being missing from the street for a number of weeks.

Coronation Street star Sally Carman-Duttine has sent a three-word message to her new co-star after fans claim to have spotted her character's 'clone' on the cobbles. The actress plays Abi Webster in the ITV soap and was among those welcoming Claire Sweeney to the cast.

Coronation Street fans have demanded that Dame Maureen Lipman's wages are raised after her latest stellar performance in the ITV soap as Evelyn Plummer. The usually no-nonsense character was seen breaking into tears during the latest trip to Weatherfield as she was confronted by her daughter, Cassandra.

Coronation Street fans are being introduced to Cassandra Plummer for the first time and white fans don't know the character yet, they'll certainly know the famous face playing her.

Former Coronation Street actor Jamie Kenna has launched a new career worlds away from the ITV soap.

Former Coronation Street star Jamie Kenna has been supported by his ex-castmates and his fans after revealing his latest career move. The actor appeared in the ITV soap back in 2021 as Phill Whittaker.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has shared why she took some time away from the cobbles to challenge herself in a new show. The actress, who plays Maria Windass in the ITV soap, revealed back in April that she is one of the celebrities taking part in the next series of Cooking With The Stars.

Claire Sweeney is set to reclaim her crown as a soap queen tonight (Wednesday) with her first scenes in Coronation Street - and her character is already ruffling feathers on the cobbles. Actress Claire found fame as Brookside's Lindsey Corkhill, but is about to resume life in soap land more than 20 years on as an explosive new character in the ITV soap.

EastEnders' legend Michael French, who played the iconic character David Wicks, looked unrecognisable as he was spotted out for the first time in years, taking his dog for a walk. Michael's colourful character David Wicks first entered our screens in 1993, as the son of Pete Beale and Pat Butcher. Wicks made a bombshell appearance on the show when he turned up to Albert Square for his dad's funeral, after having lost touch with his family.

Claire Sweeney is having the time of her life - just as the perimenopause strikes.The actress, 52, is thrilled to have landed the role of Cassandra Plummer on Coronation Street and is happy at home with her son Jaxon, eight. Starting the perimenopause - the time just before the menopause - means that Claire has mild symptoms including anxiety. However, her doctor is helping her keep things under control - and she’s yet to have a hot flush.

She shot to fame playing Brookside’s Lindsey Corkhill in the 90s, then became a TV presenter, a pop star, a radio DJ, an M&S model and even a West End star. But Claire Sweeney’s new role in Coronation Street as Tyrone Dobbs’ long lost mum Cassandra is Claire’s favourite role to date. Claire’s character Cassandra doesn’t make her debut until Wednesday (28 June), but Claire already thinks she’s done the best work of her career.

Landing a role on Coronation Street was a dream come true for Claire Sweeney - but she’s still looking for love.The actress - who appears on screen as Tyrone Dobbs’ addict mum Cassandra Plummer on Wednesday June 28th - has tried dating apps including A-list matching system Raya. Currently Claire’s single – she split from Jaxon’s dad in 2015 – but she’s feeling fulfilled by her family, friends and career. “I’m open to dating but at the moment I’m so busy with Jaxon and Corrie and everything else,” smiles Claire.

Claire Sweeney was over the moon to win a dream part on her favourite TV soap Coronation Street on her birthday - and then she got a gift of a scene with Dame Maureen Lipman. Claire is playing Cassandra Plummer, the long-lost mother of Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) and the estranged daughter of Evelyn Plummer (Dame Maureen Lipman) and has been a fan of the soap her whole life. She makes her debut on Wednesday 28th June.

Coronation Street is set for dramatic scenes next week as Claire Sweeney makes her first appearance as Tyrone Dobbs' long-lost mum and Evelyn Plummer's estranged daughter Cassandra. In upcoming scenes, as Evelyn grumbles to Tyrone about Roy Cropper spending time with Yasmeen Metcalfe, Cassie watches unbeknown to them. Following Tyrone’s advice, Evelyn invites Yasmeen and Roy to join her later at the bistro.

Adam Barlow isn't the first to find out about wife Sarah's baby news next week when she discovers she is expecting in Coronation Street. The Underworld manager has already admitted to having an affair with Damon Hay behind her husband's back.

Claire Sweeney has admitted her 'Coronation Street' character will "cause some trouble". The former 'Brookside' actress is heading back to the world of soaps as long-lost mother of established character Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall), and she's given fans a hint of what to expect when Cassie arrives on the cobbles. She told press including RadioTimes.

Actress Millie Gibson looks completely different from her Coronation Street days as she celebrated her birthday this weekend. The former Corrie star, who played Kelly Neelan in the ITV soap up until last November, shared a series of pictures to mark her 19th birthday.