Coronation Street's Paula Lane addresses seven-year gap between soap roles in first-look at Emmerdale appearance

Coronation Street bosses have thrown their support behind longest-serving Weatherfield legend Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow on the ITV soap. Bill, now 91, was reportedly forced to file "for bankruptcy" due to his financial situation. The reports come as a result of a petition he has now had launched against him by HMRC.

Coronation Street fans have been left fuming with rage this week as the soap sadly found itself at the mercy of yet another schedule shakeup in recent weeks to accommodate the football season. The popular ITV soap was pulled from its usual 8pm slot on Friday 26 January to make way for live FA Cup coverage of Tottenham Hotspur taking on Manchester City, this meant that the show aired its three hour-long episodes for the week across Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday instead.The schedule shake-up was confirmed at the start of the week by soap bosses, who shared a message on social media saying: “Here to let you know about a slight schedule change this week.

Emmerdale viewers were left puzzled by a Coronation Street newcomer on Tuesday night's episode, which saw Ella Forster's growing friendship with Mandy Dingle continue. Ella is portrayed by Paula Lane, who soap fans will remember as Kylie Platt from Coronation Street. Paula was a major player on the Cobbles from 2010 to 2016 until her character was tragically killed off in the street by Clayton Gibbs - Shona Ramsey's son.

Coronation Street fans think they've figured out a new love story that might be on the cards for one heartbroken cobbles resident after a big character leaves the show later this year. As regular viewers will already know, Peter Ash, who plays Paul Foreman, will be leaving the soap soon as part of the emotional conclusion of his motor neurone disease storyline.

Coronation Street star Sean Wilson chose a very different career path after turning his back on acting and exiting the ITV soap in 2005. Sean, 58, played Martin Platt in the soap from 1985 until 2005, and was involved in some big storylines including his marriage to Gail Platt (Helen Worth) and becoming dad to David Platt (Jack P. Shepherd).

Boyzone's Keith Duffy and his wife Lisa Smith are calling it quits after 25 years of marriage, a new source has claimed. The singer, 49, is said to have moved out of their £1.15million Dublin home just before Christmas, with The Mirror reporting that the couple have since stopped following each other on social media too. The split has reportedly left Keith feeling heartbroken, as the source revealed: "It has come as a shock to everyone.

Actor Sean Ward has made his modelling debut at Paris Fashion Week, following his exit from Coronation Street back in 2015. The 35 year old, who portrayed Callum Logan in the ITV soap, walked in the LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi Menswear Fall/Winter show at Paris Fashion Week on 18 January, marking his first catwalk. Sean shared a snap of himself in the show on Instagram and admitted that the experience felt "surreal" and he felt his "imposter syndrome kick in".

Coronation Street star Peter Ash has left the soap's fans guessing as he offered an update on Paul Foreman future. Character Paul, played by Peter, has been dealing with a heartbreaking Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis on the show.The condition affects the brain and nervous system, causing symptoms like muscle weakness and slurred speech. Fans were saddened to learn that Paul's condition has worsened significantly, with recent tests showing he only has months left to live.

Coronation Street bosses have reportedly offered soap legends Sally Dynevor and Michael Le Vell big money contracts to ensure they remain on the show. Sally, 60, has played Sally Webster in the ITV soap for 38 years, while Michael, 59, has been portraying Kevin Webster for 41 years.The two stars - who played husband and wife in Corrie for many years - are thought to both earn around £170,000 per year for their Coronation Street roles. ITV bosses were said to be "desperate" to keep Sally and Michael on the soap, and both actors were more than happy to sign another contract, as they "love the show".

Emmerdale fans have been casting their verdict on newcomer Ella as Paula Lane made her debut in the Dales. The actress has joined the ITV soap eight years after leaving Coronation Street where she played Kylie Platt.

Eight years on since soap fans saw Coronation Street star Paula Lane grace the cobbles, the much loved actress has finally returned to our screens, this time in rival soap Emmerdale. Making her debut as the character Ella Forster, fans will first see the new character when she loses her job after sticking up for Mandy Dingle, the girlfriend of Paddy Kirk, at the annual veterinary ball.

Coronation Street's Fiz Dobbs, played by Jennie McAlpine since 2001, is a well-loved character on the show.The actress has been away from the Cobbles for a while on maternity leave after welcoming her third child, Doris. Jennie and her husband Chris Farr, who have been married since 2005, are also parents to Hilda and Albert. In an exclusive chat with OK!, Jennie shared: "Doris is a family name and I love that it goes with Albert and Hilda.They're also all very 'Corrie'." The actress who played the first Rovers landlady, Annie Walker, was called Doris Speed so there's obviously something in my DNA that means these baby names keep happening!" She added: "People have said before that Albert and Hilda sound like two childhood sweethearts writing to each other during the war.

Coronation Street star Isabella Flanagan has shared her love for her co-star as he sent her a message on her special day. The actress, known for playing Hope Stape in the ITV soap, is celebrating her birthday on Friday (January 12) alongside her co-star twin brother.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has shared a telling comment about his soap future after reports emerged that he's set to follow his on-screen dad and leave the cobbles. The actor is known for playing Simon Barlow in the ITV soap, the son of Peter and the later Lucy Barlow.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith was left saying 'bye' as he changed his look for his return to the cobbles. The actor said he was 'excited' to be heading back to filming on the ITV soap where he is known for playing police officer Craig Tinker.

Paula Lane may be best known as Coronation Street’s Kylie Platt, but the actress reveals she’s swapping the cobbles for the countryside as she heads to the Woolpack for her Emmerdale debut as Ella Forster. Paula spent six years in Corrie that ended in 2016 with Kylie’s murder by Clayton Hibbs, and she’s now looking forward to the change of soap scenery. “I think it’s a natural fit and, obviously, I’m from Yorkshire, too,” she says.

Simon Gregson is one of Coronation Street’s longest running actors. He portrays Steve McDonald - who is infamous for his love of weddings and short-term marriages. However, in real life, he enjoys a loving marriage with his wife, Emma Gleave.

Michelle Keegan has confessed she felt 'embarrassed' after being voted Sexiest Female 12 times during her time on Coronation Street.The actress, 36, has revealed that she felt "frustrated" that her acting skills were often overlooked due to her appearance, despite her involvement in many dramatic storylines. During her time on the cobbles as Tina McIntyre, Michelle's storylines included those about abortion, murder and surrogacy, but it was not these that won her awards. In a recent interview, she said: "It was embarrassing.

Michelle Keegan has opened up about the 'hard' decision to leave Coronation Steet and some of the words of support she received from one of the soap's legends. The actress is currently promoting her starring role in one of Netflix's new big dramas.

Australia is a long way from Manchester but it's not stopped Ciaran Griffiths from agreeing to reprise his role as Damon Hay in Coronation Street. The actor will make a reappearance in Weatherifled as a new year dawns - and it isn't good news for Adam Barlow.