Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews has starred in the hit soap for longer than you might think. The 50 year old popped up on the iconic cobbles back in 1986, and played the role of Jenny Bradley, the daughter of the villainous Alan Bradley.
11.10.2020 - 13:04 / breakingnews.ie
Coronation Street has begun a 60-day countdown to its 60th anniversary.
The programme, the world’s longest-running TV soap according to Guinness World Records, will celebrate the milestone on December 9th.
ITV will air special shows, publish an anniversary book and launch new products in the run-up, while the Coronation Street social media channels will feature messages from famous fans, charities, cast members and viewers.
Joanna Lumley features in the first congratulatory message played on
Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews has starred in the hit soap for longer than you might think. The 50 year old popped up on the iconic cobbles back in 1986, and played the role of Jenny Bradley, the daughter of the villainous Alan Bradley.
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