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Corrie's Tracy Barlow star Kate Ford shares insight as she battles painful illness on set
29.01.2022 - 13:13 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Coronation Street star Kate Ford has shared an insight into filming as she battles a painful illness on set.
The actress has been playing soap icon Tracy Barlow for more than 12 years.
And soon she'll be at the centre of a 'Meet the Parents' inspired storyline alongside on-screen husband Simon Gregson as their character's daughter Amy Barlow gets a new love interest.
But in a recent social media post, Kate has opened up about suffering with endometriosis.
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The 45-year-old took to Instagram with a pained-looking selfie from the Corrie set and can be seen wearing her red ITV filming coat.
Writing to her thousands of followers, Kate said: "Filming #itvcorrie this was a few weeks ago at a time that I was struggling with my #endrometriosis.
She added: "Luckily got lots of support x just sending a hug out to all those struggling with similar," followed by a red love heart.
And Kate's post was quickly flooded with supportive messages.
Former Corrie star Shobna Gulati commented: "You are so strong xxx and beautiful."
Co-star Samia Longchambon, who plays Maria Windass, simply shared a series of heart and hugging emojis.
@hughesjg74 wrote: "Sending love, Kate. Hope you're doing okay."
"You are a trooper@realkate1," @raqwat said.
@paul_911 commented: "@realkate1 …and still looking beautiful - I hope you’re ok Kate and take care!"
"From a fellow endometriosis sufferer to another.. Boss it babe," @b_kbogan wrote.
@ybbimi replied: "Seeing this has helped me be more open about my#endrometriosis thank you!!
"@realkate1 you did amazing though! And still looked fab," @ joannedunleavynelson added.
Kate has grade four endometriosis which is the severe stage
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