Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has shared the reason behind her decision to take part in Dancing on Ice. The actress is one of several famous faces who have signed up to the 2024 series of the ITV skating show which begins in January.
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Coronation Street Daniel Brocklebank has shared a 'sadly' response to his latest scenes in the ITV soap. The actor, known for playing Billy Mayhew on the cobbles, is currently part of one of the show's biggest and most emotional storylines alongside Peter Ash as Paul Foreman.
Recently, Paul has been told that he has six to 12 months to live. The former builder, who was told he had Motor Neurone Disease earlier this year, had an appointment with his speech therapist, which led to a visit with the MND nurse when his mum, Bernie Winter, started worrying about her son's cough.
After Billy made his way to the hospital after being contacted by a concerned Bernie, Paul ultimately received devastating news and ack at home, after breaking the news to sister Gemma Winter-Brown in an emotional voicemail message.
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During Wednesday night's trip to Weatherfield (November 15), Paul and Billy vsited a speech and language therapist, who explained how they could use specialist equipment to replicate Paul’s voice as when his condition progress, he devestatingly will likely be no longer able to talk.
The equiptment would allow him to still be able to communicate when he finds himself unable to talk as his MND progresses. During the appointment, viewers saw the specialist gave Paul a book and explained that they would record him reading the whole book aloud to give them a reocrding of his voice saying as many different words as possible which they then be able to use.
She also added that Paul would be able to record some of his own phrases, things that he says on a regular
Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has shared the reason behind her decision to take part in Dancing on Ice. The actress is one of several famous faces who have signed up to the 2024 series of the ITV skating show which begins in January.
Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has been flooded with compliments from her co-stars and her fans alike as she gave them a glimpse into her recent break. The actress ditched the UK and headed on a European break to Amsterdam with some of her pals.
Paula Lane has joined the cast of Emmerdale, and will be making her on screen debut in a matter of months.The TV star lives in Yorkshire with her husband of nine years, fellow soap star Tom Shaw, and their two children, Arthur and Penny. The 37 year old regularly shares snaps of inside her stunning family home on social media, delighting fans with a glimpse of her cosy interiors.The home features exposed brick walls throughout, giving it a cool, rustic vibe.
Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has been flooded with support as he shared a 'last day' snap with his co-star. The youngster is known for playing Sam Blakeman in the ITV soap and was getting ready for some scenes with Hope Stape actress Isabelle Flanagan.
Antony Cotton has thrown support behind his former Coronation Street co-star Ellie Leach as the Strictly Come Dancing final approaches. The actor, who has played factory worker Sean Tully in the ITV soap since 2011, said he is 'so proud' of the former Faye Windass actress, who is in the running for the Glitterball trophy.
Zara McDermott has opened up about her shock health diagnosis which comes while her boyfriend Sam Thompson is halfway around the world taking part in I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.
Coronation Street star and fans have flooded Alan Halsall with support as he made a '25 year' announcement. The actor, who is currently on a health-based absence from the ITV soap, is best known for playing Tyrone Dobbs.
Coronation Street’s Daniel Osbourne (played by Rob Mallard) is set to take revenge as he finds out that his fiancee, Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan), has cheated on him with Ryan Connor. Viewers have watched in recent months as Daisy and Ryan confessed their feelings for each other and struggled to stay away from one another. Daisy has tried to end things with Ryan, but she often ends up back with the DJ despite her long-term relationship with Daniel.
Coronation Street actress Lucy Jo Hudson has opened up on a terrifying experience after she had to race her three year old son Carter to hospital in fear that he had developed an "infection". Sharing a series of snaps of her adorable little boy lying face down on a bed in the A&E ward, Lucy Jo admitted it was time for an "honest mum post" as she shared her woes with fans on Instagram, only a few months after he needed medical care once before.The 40 year old soap star, who is also known for her role in Cheshire-set Hollyoaks, ended up begging her followers for reassurance as she struggled to manage the ups and downs of parenthood with a toddler.
Over the years, actor Will Mellor has appeared in some of the nation’s best loved shows, from Coronation Street and Broadchurch to Strictly Come Dancing. But there’s one show he’ll never leave behind and that’s Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Having played mechanic Gaz Wilkinson alongside co-stars Ralf Little and Sheridan Smith on the iconic noughties show, Will, now 47, reveals it’s still a huge part of his life.
Coronation Street star Paddy Bever was flooded with messages by his co-stars as he celebrated his 21st birthday. The actor, known for playing Max Turner in the ITV soap, marked the special occasion on Sunday (November 26).
Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan was flooded with the same 'deserved' message as she shared the reality of her latest career update. Over the weekend the actress celebrated not one but two wins at the Royal Television Society’s (RTS) North West Awards.
Coronation Street star Luca Toolan has said he 'feels so guilty' as viewers were left distraught over the show's latest heartbreaking scenes. The actor is currently playing Mason Radcliffe on the cobbles and it's fair to say viewers haven't been a fan of the new character since his arrival.
Coronation Street has been hit with a number of official complaints over recent 'intimate' scenes that left viewers screaming at their TV screens. During an emotional episode of the ITV soap aired on November 15, viewers saw Paul Foreman head to the hospital for an appointment.
Coronation Street's Daniel Brocklebank has shared a heartbreaking update about his family's experience with motor neurone disease.The soapstar, 43, who plays Billy Mayhew in the long-running ITV soap, took to X, formerly Twitter, to speak about his grandfather's diagnosis with the devastating condition.The soap's current storyline has seen Billy's partner Paul Foreman heartbreakingly diagnosed with MND, with Daniel now sharing how this disease has impacted his off-screen life. Sharing a video showing a book that will those suffering from the disease record their voices, Daniel wrote: "Sadly my grandfather and many other people living with MND didn't have this incredible invention during his illness.
Coronation Street star Colson Smith was left telling fans 'by the way' as he gave fans a glimpse into a big cast night out - but there were some faces missing in a 'divide'. The Craig Tinker actor took to social media with a snap of himself alongside a number of his co-stars.
Kym Marsh has given an emotional update on her father's incurable cancer. The former Coronation Street star, 47, has previously opened up on how her dad David had been diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer.
Coronation Street actress Joan Savage has sadly died aged 89.The star briefly played dancer Celeste Pickersgill in the hit ITV soap, with her character being partnered with Norris Cole (Malcolm Hebden) in a competition at the Tower Ballroom. Despite her time on the cobbles, Joan was best known for her roles in The Arthur Haynes Show between 1956 and 1962 and in hit British sitcom Dad's Army. Joan's impressive career in TV and stage spanned six decades.
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Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank has clapped back at criticism over his latest storyline after a bit of classic soap comedy was injected after some heartbreaking scenes on-screen. During the last trip to the cobbles, viewers of the ITV soap saw Paul Foreman discover he had six to 12 months to live.