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Coronation Street and the actor has admitted he been "driven mad" by an injury. Speaking on Good Morning Britain, he gave an update on his broken leg, explaining it will be months before he is back to full health. Simon joined Kate Garraway and Ben Shephard to talk about his haunted house and celebrating 34 years on Coronation Street.

Simon Gregson has shared his thoughts on Steve McDonald's future on Coronation Street, following his wife Tracy Barlow's affair and exit. Steve was left devastated after finding out about Tracy (Kate Ford) and Tommy Orpington's (Matt Milburn) affair in sad scenes. Ex-footballer Tommy then revealed he was moving to Spain, leaving Tracy devastated.

Tracy Barlow has been a major part of Coronation Street for many years. But in surprising scenes on Monday, April 1, Tracy decided she wanted to follow her love interest Tommy Orpington to Spain. At the beginning of the episode, she reunited with Steve McDonald, thinking they could make their relationship work again.

The future of Kate Ford's character on Coronation Street has been confirmed. Tracy Barlow has been a central figure in the ITV soapfor many years but in surprising scenes on Monday night, she decided she wanted to follow her love interest Tommy Orpington to Spain.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has been thanked and praised as he shared his support to a charity's latest initiative. The actor took to social media and shared a video in which he said he was "so proud" while putting on a baseball cap.

After 40 years of delighting audiences on ITV soap Coronation Street as mechanic Kevin Webster, actor Michael Le Vell has revealed he has taken on another brand new job on the soap in addition to his on-screen role.The 59 year old actor has swapped his mechanic overalls to become a tour guide on the new All Star Tours taking place on the iconic Manchester set, which will allow die hard fans to come face to face with their on screen heroes while exploring the cobbles. Priced at £45 per person, the tour takes place at the Salford studios where the show is filmed and will see a number of Corrie legends, including Andy Whyment and Simon Gregson taking part in a regular tour rota, in addition to carrying out their usual on-screen roles.

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.

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.

Soap stars are some of the highest paid names on television with famous characters from EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale raking in millions. While having a job on the telly may seem like more than enough, some actors bring in even more cash thanks to sponsorship deals on social media and side hustles selling video messages to their biggest fans.

Coronation Street residents are left stunned when both Daniel Osborne (Rob Mallard) and Roy Cropper (David Neilson) are questioned about Lauren Bolton’s (Cait Fitton) disappearance with one later arrested on suspicion of murder. With Lauren having mysteriously vanished, DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers), is on the case looking for the missing girl and fears for the worst when blood is found in the flat.

Coronation Street has been warned not to 'forget' as fans were reminded of a soap 'heartthrob'. During scenes aired in the ITV soap on Thursday night (February 29), Toyah Habeeb and Alyaz Nazir were attempting to cheer up their friend Dee-Dee Bailey.

Coronation Street's Matt Milburn has joked that working with some of the soap's stars is 'hard work'. The actor recently returned to the ITV soap as retired Weatherfield County footballer Tommy Orpington.

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.

Next week's Coronation Street will be just as dramatic as ever with affairs, betrayal and a misunderstanding. OK! has the biggest spoilers you need to know. Daisy has Bethany Platt sacked Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan) hopes she and Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) might be getting back together after believing there’s still a spark between them in latest Coronation Street spoilers.

Sean Tully (Antony Cotton) makes a horrifying discovery about his son, Dylan Wilson (Liam McCheyne) in Coronation Street spoilers, plus Joel Deering (Calum Lill) is forced to open up about his not-so-past relationships. Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon) takes Liam Connor (Charlie Wrenshall) to the doctor, horrified that he was thinking of taking his own life due to his bullying ordeal. Later, Gary Windass (Mikey North) confronts bully Mason Radcliffe (Luca Toolan) and ends up throwing him to the ground.

Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) plays away when her husband Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) leaves the cobbles in latest Coronation Street spoilers, and Ed Bailey (Trevor Michael Georges) is under investigation for arson. Steve is torn between spending time with ex-footballer turned decorator, Tommy Orpington (Matt Milburn) and his daughter, Emma Brooker (Alexandra Mardell) who invites him to spend the week in France. Ultimately, Steve leaves and Tracy is left alone with Tommy.

Coronation Street's Simon Gregson has been selling his old furniture to help him pay off a tax bill, it has been reported.The 49 year old actor, who has played the role of Steve McDonald on the ITV soap since 1989, allegedly owes HMRC £100,000. In addition to the large tax bill, reports also say that Simon owes money to Coutts Bank for a COVID bounce-back loan. Due to this further debt, it's thought that the soap star owes a substantial amount of money, equating to £165,000 in total.

Coronation Street star has joked that she 'doesn't know how to feel' after her nickname from her co-star was exposed on another ITV show. The actress, who is known for playing Amy Barlow in the ITV soap, supported her on-screen dad Simon Gregson as he took on Deal or No Deal.

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.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson, who plays Steve McDonald on the ITV soap, has been getting in the festive spirit and helping his wife Emma Gleave after her cafe suffered damage due to a storm. The couple, who got married in 2010, were faced with a devastating situation after intense winds, nicknamed Storm Pia, swept through Morley Tearooms in Cheshire. The eatery featured a number of Christmas additions, including a home-made Santa's Grotto that 49 year old Simon had proudly revealed earlier this month.

The proud parents of three young performers who are all child soap stars on Coronation Street and Emmerdale have given an insight into their busy family life - and they say it's far from glamorous. Amelia, Will and Bella Flanagan have performed in everything from some of soapland's best weddings to serial killer storylines

Coronation Street stars have congratulated Sair Khan as she made a sweet pregnancy announcement on Instagram. The 35-year-old, who plays Alya Nazir in the soap, shared a black and white photo of herself and her partner Nathan Chilton.

Coronation Street legend Simon Gregson has unveiled his "Christmas bargain" home-made Santa's Grotto which kids can visit for £15 at his wife's Wilmslow tearooms. Simon's wife Emma runs the acclaimed Morley Tearooms on the edge of the Cheshire town and they have now opened the grotto to book for visits on selected dates in December.

The Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital patients were surprised by famous Mancunian stars as a Christmas treat organised by the Manchester Foundation Trust Charity.

Coronation Street's Simon Gregson has shared his heartache over his teenage son's dream of becoming a professional footballer. The actor, who plays Steve McDonald in the ITV soap, posted a touching photo of his eldest son Alfie, 16, sitting on his football in the dark while checking his phone. He captioned the snap: "My boy since 4 yrs old dreaming of playing football for a living.

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 star Cherylee Houston is hoping to inspire ‘confidence’ within the young disabled community as she unveiled her latest move away from the cobbles. The actress, known for playing Izzy Armstrong in the ITV soap, has been leading a drama project for young people with disabilities in Manchester for several years.

Coronation Street legend Simon Gregson has shared how his first decade of appearing on the soap was 'hell' after recently opening up about his behind the scenes battle. The actor is famed for playing Steve McDonald in the ITV soap.

If a soap opera was ever to be set in a village tearooms, you'd imagine it would be something like Morley Tearooms. Walk into this adorable little cafe on the edge of Wilmslow in Cheshire, and it's like you've ventured into the café version of Cheers.

Coronation Street actor Charlie Lawson has married his partner of 22 years Debbie Stanley.

The tears were flowing as Corrie's Simon Gregson made an emotional best man speech at the wedding of his on-screen dad, Charlie Lawson, who played Jim McDonald on Coronation Street. Simon, 49, has been friends with Charlie, 63, since they met, when Simon was aged just 14. And he certainly delivered when making his best man speech at the nuptials for his TV dad, which took place at Shrigley Hall in Cheshire.The speech was, in equal parts, emotional and hilarious, with Simon getting the crowd crying and laughing, with bride Debbie labelling it as 'unbelievable'.

Coronation Street legends past and present reunited to celebrate the marriage of Charlie Lawson and his long-time partner Debbie Stanley, but it was a certain familiar face presiding over proceedings who almost stole the show. Charlie and Debbie’s officiator was none other than daytime TV royalty Eamonn Holmes, a close pal of the groom for more than 30 years.

Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney looked glamorous as she dressed up to celebrate her 21st birthday alongside her former co-star boyfriend.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has left a fellow soap star as well as his fans and followers stunned as he appeared in some pretty revealing attire. The actor appeared to be enjoying a fancy dress party if the picture shared on his Instagram page is anything to go by.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has opened up on his 20-year anxiety battle that saw him suffer up to 12 panic attacks per day. The 48 year old actor, who has played Weatherfield icon Steve McDonald since 1989, revealed how producers on the ITV soap called in a doctor to come to the set to help him as his condition came to a head. He also spoke about how he had to visit a psychiatrist because his mental health was causing him to believe he was suffering from mystery illnesses.

Coronation Street actor Simon Gregson has opened up about his battle with anxiety as explained the extent to which he has suffered over the last 20 years. The actor, who has played Steve McDonald on the ITV soap for 34 years, joined Lorraine Kelly on her self-titled talk show on Thursday (Sept 7). s

Coronation Street legend Simon Gregson has long known what an incredible baker his wife Emma is. Now a whole village is in on the secret too - after she took over a popular tearooms in Cheshire.