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Coronation Street favourite Bill Roache reportedly has "no choice" but to continue to work on the ITV soap, despite being 91 years old, following claims he's facing bankruptcy. Actor Bill has portrayed Ken Barlow on Corrie since the soap began airing in 1960, making him the longest-serving soap star in the world. He reportedly takes home £250,000 per year for his role, making him one of the highest paid actors on Coronation Street.

Coronation Street legend Johnny Briggs reportedly left his drug-addicted daughter out of his £550,000 will, which is said to have left her utterly "stunned".The much-loved actor, who passed away in February 2021 at the age of 85, left behind a sum of £550,000, according to reports. Most of his fortune came from his iconic performance on the Corrie show where he ruled hearts as Mike Baldwin.This hefty amount was split amongst five of his six offspring - Jennifer, Stephanie, Michael, Anthony, and Mark. His daughter Karen Briggs, aged 55, is thought not to have been included due to her supposed struggles with heroin addiction.

Coronation Street fans were left saying 'no way' when Tracy Barlow left the street after more than 20 years in the van of her new love interest Tommy Orpington.

Coronation Street star Kate Ford has broken her silence following her exit from the show. Viewers of the ITV soap saw Tracy Barlow saying her goodbyes - 47 years after she first appeared in Weatherfield when she born on-screen in an episode in January 1977.

Coronation Street actress Kate Ford, who plays Tracy Barlow, has broken her silence after her character appeared to leave the cobbles for a final time on Tuesday night's episode. In the latest instalment of the ITV soap, Tracy was seen saying her goodbyes to her dad Ken Barlow and her daughter Amy Barlow after a toast The Rovers pub.

Coronation Street fans have been left issuing a demand as Absolutely Fabulous star Helen Lederer made her first-ever appearance in the ITV soap. It was announced earlier this month that the actress would be making a one-off appearance in the long-running show.

Coronation Street fans couldn't contain their excitement during Wednesday (27 March) night's visit to the cobbles when Absolutely Fabulous star Helen Lederer made the soap debut as a potential new love interest for Ken Barlow. In the latest episode, Ken was trying to help his son in law Steve McDonald start dating again after his breakup with Tracy Barlow.

Coronation Street might be saying goodbye to a character who's been on the show for 47 years, as she plans a new life away from the cobbles. Fans of the soap will remember that not long ago, Tracy Barlow, played by Kate Ford, found out that her love interest Tommy Orpington, played by Matt Milburn, was moving to Spain for a new job as a football coach.Tracy got this news from her upset ex-husband Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson), who enjoyed telling her he was leaving the cobbles for sunny Spain. Earlier this year, Steve was left heartbroken when he found out that his wife Tracy had been secretly seeing Tommy after they met in the flower shop on Christmas Day.Tracy's affair has left Steve, their daughter Amy, played by Elle Mulvaney, and Tracy's dad Ken Barlow, played by Bill Roache, all very upset.

Coronation Street could see the exit of one iconic character next week, 47 years after their debut on the ITV soap. It comes amid a new storyline which could see the star exit the show.

A number of Coronation Street stars appeared 'horrified' as they ditched the cobbles for the night - but it wasn't what it seemed. The likes of Antony Cotton, Daniel Brocklebank, Elle Mulvaney and Tanisha Gorey all headed to Alton Towers for a huge launch on Friday night (March 15).

Comedian and actress Helen Lederer, known for her role in Absolutely Fabulous, is about to appear on Coronation Street. Helen joins the cast as Elspeth who catches the eye of Ken Barlow, played by William Roache. In the episode to air on Wednesday 27 March, Ken spots Elspeth during a singles cocktail night at the Chariot Square Hotel.

Helen Lederer has revealed more about her guest stint in Coronation Street after it was revealed she'll be joining the iconic programme. The actress and comedian will make an appearance in the ITV soap later this month as her chracter catches the eye of Ken Barlow.

Coronation Street has revealed a first look at Ken Barlow's latest storyline as he gets another new love interest played by an Absolutely Fabulous star. It has been revealed that Helen Lederer will be guest-starring in the ITV soap in upcoming scenes.

Coronation Street's Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow, has been given three months to clear his debt with HMRC.The 91 year old actor is reportedly waiting for the sale of his home to pay off the remaining balance. His case was adjourned until June 10. It's not known how much he still owes, but last month it was reported that he had a £546,000 tax bill.

Coronation Street star William Roache has been given a deadline to settle his tax debt, the High Court has heard, after it was revealed he was facing bankruptcy after HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) filed a petition against him.

Latest Coronation Street spoilers reveal trouble ahead for the Platts as Harvey Gaskell (Will Mellor) enacts his revenge after betrayal by Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson). Having signed his divorce papers to Sarah Platt (Tina O’Brien), Adam decides to stop working on Harvey's appeal and sends CCTV footage of Natasha Blakeman’s (Rachel Leskovac) murder directly to the police. It’s not long before Harvey calls Adam aware the police have damning evidence and tells Adam to watch his back.

Coronation Street's Matt Milburn, who plays Tommy Orpington, is reportedly leaving the soap, causing heartbreak as his character's spicy affair with Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) continues. Kevin Webster, portrayed by Michael Le Vell, revealed that the former Weatherfield County player - now a painter and director - will be saying goodbye to the cobbles for Spain next week.

Coronation Street star Matt Millburn was quick to correct Lorraine Kelly when she suggested his mum has been helping him with his affair storyline. The actor appeared on the presenter's ITV show on Wednesday (February 21) to talk about his latest storyline in the soap.

We've said it before and we'll say it again but secrets only stay secret for so long in soapland and so it may come as no surprise that Tracy Barlow's affair is soon set to be exposed in Coronation Street

Coronation Street star Bill Roache is said to be "doing fine" despite facing a huge 'bankruptcy' bill. The 91-year-old actor is at risk of a second bankruptcy due to a reported debt of £588,015.18 owed to the taxman.

Bill Roache has played Ken Barlow on Coronation Street since 1960 and reportedly earns more than £250,000 per year from his role, making him one of the highest paid stars on the show.The 91 year old also thought to be the highest-paid member of the cast. From his bankruptcy battle to his co-star sons, let's take a look at the veteran actor's life off screen... Corrie star sons Bill's real-life sons have also acted alongside him on the soap, adding a personal touch to his career.

Bill Roache has been spotted out in a brand new car, despite reports claiming the Coronation Street legend is facing bankruptcy for the second time. The 91 year old actor, who has played Ken Barlow on the ITV soap since 1960, was photographed while out in his new motor, worth up to £72,000, in Cheshire.

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.

Soap star Bill Roache, famed for his role on Coronation Street, is facing bankruptcy after HMRC filed a petition against him. It is understood Roache, 91, who has played Ken Barlow in the soap since 1960, is the highest-paid member of the cast, earning around £250,000 a year.

Coronation Street star Bill Roache is reportedly facing bankruptcy, despite his £250,000 a year paycheque. Bill, 91, has appeared on the popular ITV soap as Ken Barlow since 1960, and is said to be the highest-paid member of the cast.

Bill Roache is facing bankruptcy despite earning £250,000 a year acting as Ken Barlow on ITV's Coronation Street.

Coronation Street fans have been left concerned for Simon Barlow as they think they have worked out that history will repeat itself. The character hasn't quite been himself since his dad Peter Barlow left on Boxing Day without saying goodbye to his son.

Coronation Street’s Chris Gascoyne has opened up about his character’s departure from the cobbles. The actor, who’s played Peter Barlow on and off since 2000, starred in his final scenes which aired on Boxing Day.

Coronation Street viewers have seen several different incarnations of Peter Barlow over the years. And the current actor who plays him, Chris Gascoygne, has been a firm fixture for over two decades. However, Peter is set to bid a heartbreaking farewell to the Cobbles in sad scenes that will air over the festive period.

Coronation Street’s resident DJ Ryan Connor could be set to leave the cobbles behind in the coming weeks as he makes a life-changing decision. In recent weeks, Ryan Connor and Daisy Midgeley’s affair has started to be exposed, and next week Daisy’s fiancee, Daniel Osbourne, finds out what went on. However, Daniel decides to keep it to himself, saying that Daisy has chosen him and that he wants to forget about what happened.That mentality comes because Ryan had the chance to move to Scotland with his partner Crystal.

It's almost impossible to think of a TV show has been going for over 60-years, like Coronation Street. The longest running soap in the world, it first blipped onto our black and white TV screens in 1960.

We're just days into this year's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! and we're already learning more about our favourite stars. From Josie Gibson admitting she thought This Morning were "joking" when she landed her presenting role to Nella Rose candidly talking about how she never follows through with things and "always quits".

I'm A Celebrity and Hollyoaks star, Nick Pickard, has revealed that the crew on the set of Hollyoaks have given him a special nickname.They call him 'Ken', after Ken Barlow (Bill Roache) from Coronation Street. Nick, 48, who has been playing Tony Hutchinson in Hollyoaks since 1995, said: "The sparks call me Ken on the Hollyoaks set and I do see it as a badge of honour.

Coronation Street fans are speculating that Asha Alahan might be starting a surprise affair. Asha, who has been dating Nina Lucas (Mollie Gallagher) for the past two years, seems to be getting quite close to newcomer Isla, leading fans to predict some heartbreak and drama for the couple. Asha (Tanisha Gorey) has recently started training as a paramedic and is being mentored by her experienced colleague, Isla.

It's been 25-years since one of the most controversial TV soap plots of all time caused outrage on a national level. Now considered one of the greatest storylines ever, it sparked a national campaign and even saw Prime Minister Tony Blair step in.

Coronation Street star Rob Mallard plays the role of Daniel Osbourne who has been dealing with a lot of drama on the cobbles. In recent weeks, fans have been left screaming at their TV in the hope that Daniel would realise he's being deceived by his fiancée Daisy Midgeley and Ryan Connor. Despite the pair's attempts to mislead Daniel, Ryan confessed his love for Daisy when confronted.