CORONATION Street legend Bill Roache celebrated his 88th birthday in lockdown today with his family. The soap paid tribute to the actor with photos showing Bill, who has played Ken Barlow since 1960, surrounded by balloons and presents in his huge conservatory at home.
The telly favourite beamed as his son James and daughter Verity showered him with confetti and Bill proudly pointed to his hoard of gifts as they posed for photos.
Dressed in a T-shirt and smart shorts for the warm weather, the actor looked happy and in fantastic health with his loved ones around him, treating him to a special afternoon on Saturday.