Coronation Street icon Julie Goodyear diagnosed with dementia

Coronation Street's Sarah Platt is set for more marriage drama as she reveals she is pregnant. Earlier this year, Sarah, played by Tina O'Brien, had an affair with Damon Hay, played by Ciaran Griffiths.The news rocked the cobbles after she was caught kissing Damon by son her Harry Platt. She tried to reason with Harry, sitting him down for a chat and telling him she was only giving Damon a kiss on the cheek as they said goodbye.

Two weeks on since rumbling the truth about Sarah Barlow’s affair with Damon Hay, things took a terrifying turn in Coronation Street as vengeful husband Adam Barlow set his master plan to destroy his love rival in motion.The previously mild-mannered lawyer quickly forgot his morals as he tracked down Damon’s former business associate gangster Niall on Friday, with Adam falsely claiming that Damon had intended to report Niall to the police! Knowing the lie could very well cost Damon his life, Adam showed no qualms with his decision as he painted a twisted web of lies that told Niall that Damon was about to turn over his former associate in connection with their recent car theft insurance scam. As regular fans will know, those that cross Niall very rarely live to tell the tale peacefully, with Paul Foreman very nearly having faced his wrath in the past after two men were hired to silence him, following his arrest over the scam.

Coronation Street viewers will finally see Daisy Midgeley's catfishing of Ryan Connor exposed tonight (Wednesday) as her good intentions go horribly wrong. Daisy (Charlotte Jordan) has been trying to help Ryan (Ryan Prescott) rebuild his confidence after the devastating acid attack earlier in the year, but her way of going about it will have the opposite effect when a furious Ryan discovers what she has done.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has revealed she steers clear from social media due to fans ‘hating’ her character.The actress, 28, plays Daisy Midgeley in the soap and has been involved in a dramatic storyline recently as she tries to reassure acid attack victim Ryan Connor (played by Ryan Prescott) that his ex-girlfriend Crystal still loved him, despite the fact she had said she wasn’t interested in him. Concerned that it might slow down his recovery, Daisy found herself pretending to be Crystal in communications with Ryan and falling deeper into a fake connection with him.

Claire Sweeney is making her first appearance on Coronation Street.The 52 year old Brookside actor is hitting the cobbles as Tyrone Dobbs' long-lost mum Cassandra. In the first-look images of the new Coronation Street character, who has a heroin addiction, Claire looks completely different.

Coronation Street star James Craven has officially confirmed his permanent exit from the soap following an emotional storyline that saw his character Aaron Sandiford finally leave the cobbles during Friday night’s episode. Speaking about his departure, actor James said: "It's obviously very sad", as he discussed leaving his character behind and moving on to new things.

Coronation Street star Rob Mallard has teased Daniel and Daisy could break up after she shared a kiss with Ryan. Daisy Midgely, played by Charlotte Jordan, was set to marry Rob’s character Daniel. But their plans were ruined following an acid attack by stalker Justin.

Coronation Street fans think they have "worked out" how killer Stephen Reid will be caught out after they spotted a huge clue. On Wednesday night, Stephen tried to kill his fiance Elaine Jones, but he failed. Stephen drugged Elaine's tea before heading to the shop to buy a loaf of bread.

Coronation Street fans have criticised a "pathetic" plot blunder as Stephen Reid failed to kill off his partner Elaine Jones. The shady businessman had villainous plans to bump off oblivious Elaine, who he'd taken a life insurance plan out on, and use the money to pay Carla Connor for her share of the factory.

Coronation Street fans have been sharing their disgust at the state of the grubby walls in cafe Roy's Rolls, claiming the place is a health hazard. Roy's Rolls is a favourite set location for the ITV soap, which often sees characters gather for a cuppa or a bite to eat at the local caff run by Roy Cropper (David Neilson).

The British Soap Awards hit the headlines in the run up to this year’s show, with singer and national treasure Jane McDonald taking over hosting duties following the much-publicised departure of Phillip Schofield. Supportive cheers filled Manchester’s Lowry Theatre for Jane on the night, who had stepped in at only a few days’ notice and immediately made the show her own.

Coronation Street viewers were left in disbelief over Ken Barlow star Bill Roache's age on Monday's Lorraine as they refused to believe he is 91 thanks to his youthful looks.The actor, who was born in 1932 and has been on the cobbles since Corrie's first-ever episode in 1960, appeared on the ITV chat show to reveal he had gone skydiving for the first time in his life and he shared his experience with fans at home. In the pre-recorded feature, it showed a delighted Bill skydiving with an instructor before releasing the parachute and landing in a field.

After weeks of sneaking around behind his back, it appears guilt had finally caught up with Coronation Street factory worker Sarah Platt, as she admitted the truth about her affair to husband Adam Barlow. As regular viewers know, Sarah has been engaged in a steamy affair with reformed criminal Damon Hay and was finally caught out on Thursday’s episode by her young son Harry who stumbled upon the pair engaged in a passionate kiss.

Julie Goodyear has had a “heart-breaking diagnosis” of dementia, her husband has announced. The 81-year-old actress is best known for her role in Weatherfield as Rovers Return barmaid Bet Lynch. In a statement released on Wednesday, her husband Scott Brand said: “My darling wife and I have had to come to terms with this heart-breaking diagnosis.

Coronation Street star Julie Goodyear has been diagnosed with dementia. The actress is best known to audiences for playing Bet Lynch on the ITV soap over a number of decades, first appearing in the role back in 1966. In a new statement, Julie's husband Scott Brand confirmed that the star has been diagnosed with the condition after "suffering forgetfulness for some time".

Coronation Street star Julie Goodyear, who is best known for her portrayal of the feisty Bet Lynch, has been diagnosed with dementia. Her husband Scott Brand shared the news with fans in a statement: “my darling wife and I have had to come to terms with this heartbreaking diagnosis.” Scott explained that Julie, 81, had been “suffering forgetfulness for some time” leading them to seek medical help. He shared that the couple have had to come to terms with the fact that there is “no hope of reversal in this situation” and that they had decided to publicly announce the diagnosis as fans will occasionally approach the star while she’s out and about.

Coronation Street legend Julie Goodyear has been diagnosed with dementia, her husband has confirmed. The actress from Bury, who is best known for portraying Bet Lynch in the ITV soap opera, has been 'suffering forgetfulness for some time' and it is now said that her condition will get 'progressively worse'.

Coronation Street legend Julie Goodyear MBE has been diagnosed with dementia, her husband Scott Brand announced on Wednesday in a heartbreaking statement. Julie, 81, is best known for playing the legendary barmaid Bet Lynch on the cobbles on-off from 1966. Her most recent appearance was in 2003.

Coronation Street star Georgia Taylor has left fans baffled as they have been praising her ageless appearance via social media.The 43-year-old actress, who has been playing Toyah Habeeb on the soap for over 20 years, shared a collection of old snaps to Instagram last week - including her first-ever acting headshot. Looking instantly recognisable in the snaps, which span over 30 years, the star took her 78K followers on a journey with each picture - admitting that she was 'sorting through some old boxes and found these'. "You literally do not age," wrote one follower below the post, as others shared their praise for Georgia.

Lynn Kennedy, who plays Karen Rutherford on Coronation Street, has confirmed that she is waving goodbye to the soap and departing the role.The actress confirmed via social media that she has already filmed her final scenes for the show, after joining the show back in March. "And just like that, Karen's off. Bye @coronationstreet it's been amazing," wrote the soap star as she beamed in the mirror while donning a red padded jacket.