William Roache: Latest News

Coronation Street, as she begins stalking him and members of his family.Intent on destroying his relationship with wife Sarah, what lengths will Lydia go to in future weeks? Only time will tell.Adam Barlow has become one of Coronation Street's most familiar faces, ever since returning to look after grandfather Ken Barlow in 2016, following Ken's stroke.He is one many Barlow family members to call Weatherfield their home throughout the years, but will Lydia's reign of terror rising, will he remain in the street for long?As viewers wait to see what happens, Daily Star takes a closer look at the famous Barlow family and the stars who play them.Ken Barlow is one of the original Coronation Street residents, becoming a familiar face to viewers throughout the generations.From the death of his first wife Valerie Tatlock, to the birth of his children and a longstanding feud with Mike Baldwin, fans have gone through all of Ken's ups and downs throughout the years.Not only is he one of Coronation Street's longest serving actors, but he also holds the Guinness World Record as the longest serving television star in a continuous role.

Coronation Street stars past and present rallied together to support their former co-star Denise Welch - after she was unable to host her annual fundraising ball for the first time ever due to illness. Denise had been due to host, and perform, at the Mamma Mia themed extravaganza in Manchester city centre in aid of Rochdale's Gem Appeal.

Coronation Street icon Bill Roache is reportedly hoping to return to the cobbles as early as next month after his coronavirus battle.The soap actor, 88, is said to be “as fit as a fiddle” after fighting the potentially deadly virus. Bill, who plays Ken Barlow on the soap, was reportedly forced to take time off from the ITV soap after becoming unwell in March.

Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletterVeteran Corrie star Bill Roache has been off-screen after falling ill with Covid - but has now "recovered well".The 88-year-old who plays Ken Barlow, tested positive for the disease and was written out of the soap as he took time to get better.But the star has got better and is set to return to the Cobbles “as soon as possible”.A Corrie spokeswoman said: “Following recent reports about his health, William Roache has asked us to clarify that he took time off work after testing positive for Covid.

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Coronation Street legend Bill Roache, 88, took time off from the ITV soap to battle covid-19. Bill, who plays Ken Barlow on Corrie, was forced to take a break from the cobbles after he contracted coronavirus.

Coronation Street actor Bill Roache, 88, has secretly battled Covid.The icon British actor fell ill earlier this year with the virus and was forced to take time away from the show.He has opted to keen details about the ordeal to his friends and family but after news broke, ITV decided to give more details on his behalf."Following recent reports about his health, William Roache has asked us to clarify that he took time off work after testing positive for Covid," a spokeswoman for ITV said.They added: "He has recovered well and is looking forward to returning to the cobbles as soon as possible.”A source told The Mirror that Coronation Street writers are currently penning new storylines which involve Ken.The unnamed insider added that they are

Veteran Corrie star Bill Roache has been off-screen after falling ill with Covid - but has now "recovered well".

Coronation Street star William Roache has been photographed showing off his legs in a pair of shorts as he’s spotted for the first time in lockdown.The 88 year old soap star, who has played Ken Barlow for 60 years on the Corrie cobbles, has been self-isolating to shield himself from the coronavirus pandemic because of his age. William, who recently showed OK! around his charming Cheshire home, looked deep in thought as he stepped into the front of his home.

The actor who plays Ken Barlow on Coronation Street, William Roache, has revealed his character has been ‘written out’ of the soap.

ITV is reportedly planning a return to filming amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Corrie legend William Roache has been celebrating his 88th birthday in lockdown with his family.

Coronation Street actor William Roache has caused concern among viewers after the Ken Barlow star coughed through his appearance on This Morning.

Filming on Home and Away has stopped amid the coronvirus outbreak.

Coronation Street star Alison King was spotted stocking up on her essentials amid the coronavirus pandemic.