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Coronation Street legend Barbara Knox took centre stage on a break from filming as she led fellow cast members in celebrating the opening of a new visitor experience on the ITV studios set. The new 'Coronation Street Experience' opens to visitors from today at the Corrie set in Manchester.

Hot on the heels of Coronation Street villain Stephen Reid’s death which took viewers by surprise at the culmination of super soap week, fans are convinced another cobbles icon could soon be killed off after almost 60 years on the show! Eagle-eyed viewers grew increasingly concerned for Rita Tanner’s future as she made a welcome return to the cobbles just in time for Stephen’s final rampage to take place. In gripping scenes that unfolded on Friday 13 October’s visit to Weatherfield, viewers were on the edges of their seats as Stephen took Rita’s foster daughter Jenny Connor hostage while trying to evade the authorities who had finally rumbled his murder spree over the past year.

Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews has issued a 'don't ever' warning to her co-star after being seen in tears on screen. The actress, who plays Jenny Connor in the ITV soap, was seen paying tribute to Corrie icon Barbara Knox during a special programme to mark her milestone birthday.

Barbara Knox has starred in Coronation Street as Rita Tanner for the past 56 years. The veteran soap star made her name on the cobbles shortly after its on-screen debut making her one of the longest-serving cast members. After joining the show full time in 1972 following one episode in 1964, 90 year old Barbara established herself as a mainstay on the programme, acting in some of the soap's most dramatic storylines.

Coronation Street fans have been left with their 'jaws on the floor' as the show shared some news about Barbara Knox. The ITV soap icon is famed for playing Rita Tanner.

She first appeared in Coronation Street as an exotic dancer called Rita Littlewood in 1964, but actress Barbara Knox made such an impression that bosses never forgot her. In 1972, Barbara was asked back and she begged Ken Dodd to release her early from his show. He kindly did and today Barbara is the longest- serving female TV soap actor in the world.To celebrate Barbara’s 90th birthday, ITV1 is paying tribute to its flame-haired star by telling her tale with tributes from her friends and colleagues.

Coronation Street legend Barbara Knox has been seen marvelling at her very own cobbles-themed birthday cake as the cast and crew came out in force to celebrate her upcoming major milestone.

Kate Garraway appeared taken aback when Coronation Street star Dame Maureen Lipman presented her with a gift live on Good Morning Britain. The presenter was fronting the ITV news programme on Friday (September 22) alongside Ben Shephard when they were joined by the actress.

Coronation Street star Stephanie Davis has shared her gratitude as she showed how she's 'given back' after her own struggles. The actress, who joined the ITV soap over the summer as Courtney Vance, has been open and honest about the both mental and physical battles she's faced over the years.

It appears Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews has revealed one thing she wouldn't be happy with if soap bosses were to introduce a new character to the cobbles with a link to her character - and we don't mean of the human kind.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has told fans she's 'not sorry' as she was seen getting festive - in September - as she enjoyed a day away from the cobbles. Earlier this week, the actress was seen taking cover as her spot of filming for the ITV soap was 'rained off'.

Ahead of King Charles’ upcoming Coronation on Saturday, This Morning got into the spirit of the occasion with a visit to the Coronation Street set on Friday. Broadcasting live from the iconic set in Manchester, hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary led the proceedings by speaking to various members of the cast, including cobbles favourites such as Bill Roache, Barbara Knox, Sally Dynevor and Michael Le Vell.

The Coliseum is the last surviving professional, producing theatre in Oldham. It’s been in the town for over 100 years, survived two World Wars and a global pandemic, but at the end of March it will be forced to lower the curtain for the final time after losing its entire Arts Council England (ACE) funding.

ITV programme in 2010 and has won the hearts of viewers across the country ever since. Some even recognised the actor Peter Gunn from shows he previously starred in, including Casualty, Heartbeat and The Bill. Peter's character Brian has been at the centre of some huge storylines recently, including being bullied in the workplace when he returned to work as a teacher.

Coronation Street star Peter Gunn has been celebrating as he marked a milestone birthday on the cobbles. The actor is known to viewers for playing Weatherfield's Brian Packham. Peter joined the ITV soap back in 2010 when his romance with Julie Carp, who was originally induced as the girlfriend of Kirk Sutherland in 2008, began.

The cast of Coronation Street have been sharing their own tributes following the Queen's death. Elizabeth II, 96, was the nation’s longest-reigning monarch, serving as head of state for more than 70 years.

The Queen last visited Greater Manchester just over 12 months ago - including a special visit to one of the region's most iconic institutions.

Coronation Street's Harriet Bibby, Elle Mulvaney, Jack James Ryan and James Craven seemed to be closer than ever as they partied at the soap's summer bash. Earlier this week, the cast and crew on the ITV programme were out in force for the annual do.

It may be the year for comebacks on the cobbles as another character is making a big return to Coronation Street. Next week fans of the ITV soap will see Audrey Roberts being rushed to hospital after a horror accident.

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The Queen visited the Coronation Street set at Media City UK, Manchester, on Thursday. The 95-year-old monarch met with members of the ITV soap's cast outside the iconic Rovers Return Inn.The Queen spoke to Coronation Street veterans William Roache, Barbara Knox, Sue Nicholls and Helen Worth as she explored the Weatherfield cobbles.

She might have left the soap 22 years ago, but actress Tracie Bennett is making her return to Coronation Street.

the street the residents watch with horror as a bulldozer heads towards the brewery, and Rita leads them in a rousing rendition of We Shall Not Be Moved.

Corrie tweeted from its official account alongside a behind-the-scenes snap of filming: "Here's some good news to put a smile on your faces! Coronation Street legends William Roache and Barbara Knox are back filming on the cobbles this week!" They also teased: "Who's excited to see their return ahead of our 60th Anniversary celebrations?"And speaking during an interview, Sally Ann, who plays Jenny Connor, recalls bumping into Barbara on her first day back on Wednesday."I was absolutely thrilled

Stars aged 70 and over will be written out of Coronation Street amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronation Street star Michael Le Vell has signed a new deal that will take his stint on the ITV soap to almost four decades. His contract, thought to be worth £275,000 a year, means his character Kevin Webster will be in next year’s live episode for Corrie’s 60th anniversary.