The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the
ITV
ITV or iTV may refer to:
ITV
*Independent Television (ITV), a British television network, consisting of:
** ITV (TV network), a free-to-air national commercial television network covering the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, and the Channel Islan ...
soap opera
A soap opera, or ''soap'' for short, is a typically long-running radio or television serial, frequently characterized by melodrama, ensemble casts, and sentimentality. The term "soap opera" originated from radio dramas originally being sponsored ...
''
Coronation Street
''Coronation Street'' is an English soap opera created by Granada Television and shown on ITV since 9 December 1960. The programme centres around a cobbled, terraced street in Weatherfield, a fictional town based on inner-city Salford.
Origi ...
'' in 2008, by order of first appearance.
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre, played by
Michelle Keegan
Michelle Elizabeth Keegan (born 3 June 1987) is an English actress, known for her roles as Tina McIntyre in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Sergeant Georgie Lane in the BBC drama series ''Our Girl''. Keegan also starred as Tracy S ...
, made her first appearance on 7 January 2008, Tina cemented herself as the new "gobby goddess" of Weatherfield. Tina was initially introduced as a new girlfriend for established character,
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd). She was shortly joined by her father,
Joe
Joe or JOE may refer to:
Arts
Film and television
* ''Joe'' (1970 film), starring Peter Boyle
* ''Joe'' (2013 film), starring Nicolas Cage
* ''Joe'' (TV series), a British TV series airing from 1966 to 1971
* ''Joe'', a 2002 Canadian animated ...
(
Reece Dinsdale
Reece Dinsdale (born 6 August 1959) is an English actor and director of stage, film and television. He is a Huddersfield Town fan. In 2017 he became a patron of the Square Chapel, an arts centre in Halifax. He is also an honorary patron of The ...
), who ended up marrying David's mother,
Gail
Gail may refer to:
People
*Gail (given name), list of notable people with the given name
Surname
* Jean-Baptiste Gail (1755–1829), French Hellenist scholar
* Max Gail (born 1943), American actor
* Sophie Gail (1775–1819), French singer and ...
(
Helen Worth
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth; 7 January 1951) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', a role that she has played since 1974. In 2014, she rec ...
). In February 2010, Joe died after faking his own death in an insurance scam, which devastated Tina.
Since then, Tina has highlighted issues such as
perjury
Perjury (also known as foreswearing) is the intentional act of swearing a false oath or falsifying an affirmation to tell the truth, whether spoken or in writing, concerning matters material to an official proceeding."Perjury The act or an inst ...
,
abortion
Abortion is the termination of a pregnancy by removal or expulsion of an embryo or fetus. An abortion that occurs without intervention is known as a miscarriage or "spontaneous abortion"; these occur in approximately 30% to 40% of pregn ...
and
surrogacy
Surrogacy is an arrangement, often supported by a legal agreement, whereby a woman agrees to delivery/labour for another person or people, who will become the child's parent(s) after birth. People may seek a surrogacy arrangement when pregnan ...
. She has had a few relationships, including ones with David,
Graeme Proctor
Graeme Proctor is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Craig Gazey, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 18 April 2008.
The character is also noted for his e ...
(
Craig Gazey
Craig Gazey (born 24 February 1982) is a British stage and television actor, best known for his portrayal of Graeme Proctor in the ITV (TV network), ITV soap ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
Gazey attended Our Lady's Roman Catholic High Schoo ...
),
Tommy Duckworth
Tommy Duckworth is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Darryl Edwards from 1992 to 1997, Joseph Aston in 2000 and Chris Fountain from 2011 to 2013. The character was born on screen during the ...
(
Chris Fountain
Christopher Ryan "Chris" Fountain (born 3 September 1987) is an English actor and DJ. He is known for his roles as Damien Jones in Emmerdale, Justin Burton in ''Hollyoaks'' and as Tommy Duckworth in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
Fountai ...
),
Dr. Matt Carter (
Oliver Mellor
Oliver Jacob Mellor (born 30 January 1981 in Windsor, Berkshire) is a British actor and former personal trainer, perhaps best known for playing the role of Matt Carter in ITV soap opera Coronation Street from 20 August 2010, departing on 5 Apr ...
) and
Jason Grimshaw
Jason Grimshaw is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Ryan Thomas, the character first appeared on screen on 25 December 2000. It was announced in October 2015 that Thomas had quit the role ...
(
Ryan Thomas
Ryan may refer to:
People and fictional characters
*Ryan (given name), a given name (including a list of people with the name)
*Ryan (surname), a surname (including a list of people with the name)
Places Australia
* Division of Ryan, an elector ...
). In May 2013, Tina gave birth to
Jake Windass
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on Friday 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that first appeared in 2013, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer, Phil Col ...
, whose biological parents are
Izzy Armstrong
Izzy Armstrong is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Cherylee Houston. The character first appears on-screen on 16 April 2010; she is introduced as a new love interest for Kirk Sutherland ...
(
Cherylee Houston
Cherylee Martina Houston (born 20 August 1974) is a British actress. She grew up in Morecambe, Lancashire, in the United Kingdom. She is currently playing Izzy Armstrong in '' Coronation Street'', a role she has portrayed since April 2010. Sh ...
) and
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (Deb ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting a ...
), but Tina acted as a surrogate for the couple. Tina decided she wanted to keep the baby and name him after Joe, infuriating the Windasses and
Anna
Anna may refer to:
People Surname and given name
* Anna (name)
Mononym
* Anna the Prophetess, in the Gospel of Luke
* Anna (wife of Artabasdos) (fl. 715–773)
* Anna (daughter of Boris I) (9th–10th century)
* Anna (Anisia) (fl. 1218 to 1221)
...
(
Debbie Rush
Debbie Rush (born 29 March 1966) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Anna Windass in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2018.
Career Early career
After training at the Manchester School of Acting when sh ...
) slapped Tina. Tina has also developed an unbreakable friendship with
Rita Sullivan
Rita Tanner (also Littlewood, Bates, Fairclough and Sullivan) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by veteran actress Barbara Knox, the character first appeared onscreen as "Rita Littlewood ...
(
Barbara Knox
Barbara Knox, MBE (''née'' Brothwood, formerly Mullaney; born 30 September 1933) is an English actress, best known for her long-running portrayal of Rita Tanner in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She first appeared as Rita Littlewoo ...
) since her first appearance in January 2008, although they have had their disagreements. In late 2013, Tina began an affair with
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne), who was married to
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
). Tina's boss
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to leave ...
(
Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in ''Two Pints ...
) and her son
Steve (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has rece ...
) eventually found out. Tina has also had many feuds, particularly with
Kylie Platt
Kylie Platt (also Turner) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Paula Lane. She was introduced as Becky McDonald's ( Katherine Kelly) half-sister, making her on-screen debut on 26 August 201 ...
(
Paula Lane
Paula Lane (born 17 April 1986) is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Kylie Platt in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2010 to 2016.
Early life
Lane is originally from Hebden Bridge near Halifax. Lane attende ...
),
Kirsty Soames
Kirsty Soames is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Natalie Gumede. She made her first on-screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 7 September 2011.
On 21 February 2013, Gumede anno ...
(
Natalie Gumede
Natalie Gumede (born 20 March 1984) is an English actress. She is known for playing Kirsty Soames in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', from 2011 to 2013. She previously played China in BBC Three comedy show ''Ideal''. She has also appe ...
) and
Tracy Barlow
Tracy Lynette McDonald (also Barlow, Preston, Cropper and Langton) is a fictional character and a main antagonist from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 24 January 1977. S ...
(
Kate Ford
Kate Ford (born 29 December 1976) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayal of Tracy Barlow in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' (2002–2007, 2010–present).
Ford was born in Salford, Greater Manchester. She attended Quee ...
).
In May 2014, Peter decides to tell Carla about his affair with Tina and promised Tina that they will leave Weatherfield together. Meanwhile, Tina and Rita argue and Rita slaps her for insulting Rita's marital status. Tina is later visited by
Rob Donovan
Rob Donovan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Marc Baylis He was introduced as the brother of Carla Connor (Alison King). He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadc ...
(
Marc Baylis
Marc Baylis (born 3 April 1978) is a British stage, television and film actor. He trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, where he was awarded the Stage Scholarship. He is best known for his role as Rob Donovan in '' Coronation Street'' f ...
), and they argue. Tina falls from the balcony but survives that so Rob beats her with a metal pipe to ensure that she dies. Tina's final scenes aired on 2 June 2014, where she died in hospital, ending 6 years on ''Coronation Street''.
Barry Connor
Barrington "Barry" Connor is the father of
Paul
Paul may refer to:
*Paul (given name), a given name (includes a list of people with that name)
*Paul (surname), a list of people
People
Christianity
*Paul the Apostle (AD c.5–c.64/65), also known as Saul of Tarsus or Saint Paul, early Chris ...
(
Sean Gallagher),
Liam
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam or the old Germanic name William.
Etymology
The original name was a merging of two Old German elements: ''willa'' ("will" or "resolution"); and ''helma'' ("helmet"). The juxtaposition of these elem ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
) and
Michelle Connor
Michelle Connor (also McDonald) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by former Hear'Say singer, Kym Marsh. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 April 2006. ...
(
Kym Marsh
Kimberley Gail Ratcliff (''née'' Marsh, previously Ryder and Lomas; born 13 June 1976) is an English actress, television presenter and singer. In 2001, she won a place in the band Hear'Say as a result of appearing on the reality television ser ...
). Barry first appeared in February 2008 along with his wife, Helen, and nephew,
Tom Kerrigan (
Philip McGinley
Philip Kiaran McGinley (born 6 June 1981) is an English actor, best known for playing Anguy the Archer in Season 3 of HBO's ''Game of Thrones''.
Early life
He was born in Liverpool and grew up in Golborne, near Wigan. He attended All Saints P ...
), to attend Liam's wedding to
Maria Sutherland
Maria Connor (also Sutherland) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Samia Longchambon. The character made her first appearance during the episode broadcast on 19 May 2000. During her tim ...
(
Samia Ghadie
Samia Maxine Longchambon (''née'' Ghadie, previously Smith; born 13 July 1982) is an English actress. She has played the role of Maria Connor in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2000.
Early life
Samia Ghadie was born in Eccles ...
). He returned to the street on 20 October after hearing news of Liam's death in a
hit and run
In traffic laws, a hit and run or a hit-and-run is the act of causing a traffic collision and not stopping afterwards. It is considered a supplemental crime in most jurisdictions.
Additional obligation
In many jurisdictions, there may be an ...
accident. He and Helen went home after apologising to
Carla
Carla is the feminized version of Carl, Carlos or Charles, from ''ceorl'' in Old English, which means "free man". Notable people with the name include:
* Carla, French singer and former member of the children's music group Kids United
* Carla Abe ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
) for telling her what to do. Barry and Helen returned on 24 November 2008 to celebrate their fortieth wedding anniversary.
Barry and Helen returned in July 2009 to meet their new grandson, Liam, but after clashing with Maria over Tony's involvement in baby Liam's life, they returned to Ireland. They returned in October for the first anniversary of Liam's death and they were horrified by Maria and
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
's (
Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
) relationship. They eventually accepted it, however, and attended baby Liam's christening and left Weatherfield on good terms with Maria and Tony. They returned again in November after Tony told the police and Maria that he did arrange for Liam to be killed. Michelle rang Barry and Helen to tell them the horrifying news. They booked a flight to Manchester immediately and comforted Maria. Deciding she needed to leave Weatherfield for a while, Maria and Liam went to Ireland to stay with Barry and Helen. In the end, he returns to Ireland after making a pass at Liz.
He returned on 4 October 2013, telling Michelle initially that her mother had gone on holiday with a friend from her book club. Suspicious, Michelle rang her parents' home to check and her mother was there but insisted that Michelle ask her father why they had separated. Michelle tried to insist that her father talk to her mother but that just led to more arguments. When Michelle caught a drunk Barry trying to seduce Liz, she was furious and insists that he return to Ireland to sort things out with Helen, but Barry tries to talk his way out of it. Eventually, he gave up and admits that Helen caught Barry sleeping with one of her friends, Aoife. Michelle was angry and booked two flights to Ireland with Barry to sort it out with Helen.
On 25 May 2015, Barry and Helen returned for Michelle's wedding to
Steve McDonald (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has rece ...
), where he walked Michelle down the aisle.
On the 27th of January to the 18th of February 2017, Michelle and Steve stayed with Barry and Helen in Ireland following the lose of their stillborn son Ruairi.
Helen Connor
Helen Connor is the mother of
Paul
Paul may refer to:
*Paul (given name), a given name (includes a list of people with that name)
*Paul (surname), a list of people
People
Christianity
*Paul the Apostle (AD c.5–c.64/65), also known as Saul of Tarsus or Saint Paul, early Chris ...
(
Sean Gallagher),
Liam
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam or the old Germanic name William.
Etymology
The original name was a merging of two Old German elements: ''willa'' ("will" or "resolution"); and ''helma'' ("helmet"). The juxtaposition of these elem ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
) and
Michelle Connor
Michelle Connor (also McDonald) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by former Hear'Say singer, Kym Marsh. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 April 2006. ...
(
Kym Marsh
Kimberley Gail Ratcliff (''née'' Marsh, previously Ryder and Lomas; born 13 June 1976) is an English actress, television presenter and singer. In 2001, she won a place in the band Hear'Say as a result of appearing on the reality television ser ...
).
Helen first appears in February 2008 along with her husband, Barry and nephew,
Tom Kerrigan (
Philip McGinley
Philip Kiaran McGinley (born 6 June 1981) is an English actor, best known for playing Anguy the Archer in Season 3 of HBO's ''Game of Thrones''.
Early life
He was born in Liverpool and grew up in Golborne, near Wigan. He attended All Saints P ...
), to attend Liam and Maria's wedding. She returns to the street on 20 October 2008, after hearing that Liam has been killed in a hit and run accident. She and Barry return to Ireland after apologising to
Carla
Carla is the feminized version of Carl, Carlos or Charles, from ''ceorl'' in Old English, which means "free man". Notable people with the name include:
* Carla, French singer and former member of the children's music group Kids United
* Carla Abe ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
) for telling her what to do. Helen and Barry return on 24 November 2008 for their 40th wedding anniversary.
Helen returns along with Barry in July 2009 to visit their new grandson, Liam. She is not happy with
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
's (
Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
) presence in the house and makes sure that Tony and Maria are aware of this. Helen soon begins arguing with Maria, accusing her of trying to replace Liam with Tony. Helen continues to show her dislike of Tony, and when she returns to the cobbles in October 2009, for baby Liam's christening, she tells him
that she does not approve of the situation but is willing to be civil. During their stay, they visit Liam Sr's grave, and upon returning discovers that Maria and Tony are engaged. Helen is enraged, accusing Maria of betraying Liam's memory. Helen later softened on the situation, and after attending Liam's christening, she and Barry returned to Ireland on good terms with Maria and Tony.
On 20 November, Helen and Barry returned after Tony Gordon handed himself into police and admitted that he had Liam killed. The two supported Maria, and she soon decided she wanted to go to Ireland with them and the baby rather than stay in Weatherfield and be reminded of Tony. They left on 26 November. In June 2010, she rang The Rovers wanting to speak to Michelle but ended up speaking to
Ciaran (
Keith Duffy
Keith Peter Thomas Francis Julian John Duffy (born 1 October 1974) is an Irish singer, actor, radio and television presenter and drummer who began his professional music career as part of Irish boy band Boyzone alongside Ronan Keating, Mikey ...
). The two had a long, friendly conversation and exchanged stories about Michelle. She rang again later that week and once again spoke to Ciaran, who told her that he loved her lemon drizzle cake (which she'd sent to Michelle), when actually he did not - something which Michelle pointed out. Ciaran replied to Michelle that her mother had a 'sexy voice'.
On 25 May 2015, Helen and Barry returned for Michelle's wedding to
Steve McDonald (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has rece ...
).
From 27 January to 18 February 2017, Michelle and Steve stayed with Helen and Barry in Ireland following the loss of their stillborn son Ruairi.
In January 2018, Helen texted Michelle and wished
Robert Preston (
Tristan Gemmill
Tristan John Gemmill (born 6 June 1967) is an English actor, most notable for his roles as Dr Adam Trueman on ''Casualty (TV series), Casualty'', and Robert Preston in ''Coronation Street''. He was educated at Holmewood House School, Royal Tunb ...
), her fiancé, good luck with his surgery to remove his
testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is cancer that develops in the testicles, a part of the male reproductive system. Symptoms may include a lump in the testicle, or swelling or pain in the scrotum. Treatment may result in infertility.
Risk factors include an u ...
.
Tom Kerrigan
Thomas "Tom" Kerrigan, played by
Philip McGinley
Philip Kiaran McGinley (born 6 June 1981) is an English actor, best known for playing Anguy the Archer in Season 3 of HBO's ''Game of Thrones''.
Early life
He was born in Liverpool and grew up in Golborne, near Wigan. He attended All Saints P ...
, is the cousin of
Liam
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam or the old Germanic name William.
Etymology
The original name was a merging of two Old German elements: ''willa'' ("will" or "resolution"); and ''helma'' ("helmet"). The juxtaposition of these elem ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
),
Paul
Paul may refer to:
*Paul (given name), a given name (includes a list of people with that name)
*Paul (surname), a list of people
People
Christianity
*Paul the Apostle (AD c.5–c.64/65), also known as Saul of Tarsus or Saint Paul, early Chris ...
(
Sean Gallagher) and
Michelle Connor
Michelle Connor (also McDonald) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by former Hear'Say singer, Kym Marsh. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 April 2006. ...
(
Kym Marsh
Kimberley Gail Ratcliff (''née'' Marsh, previously Ryder and Lomas; born 13 June 1976) is an English actress, television presenter and singer. In 2001, she won a place in the band Hear'Say as a result of appearing on the reality television ser ...
). He returns to ''
Coronation Street
''Coronation Street'' is an English soap opera created by Granada Television and shown on ITV since 9 December 1960. The programme centres around a cobbled, terraced street in Weatherfield, a fictional town based on inner-city Salford.
Origi ...
'' in June 2008, having previously being seen at Liam's stag party in February that year. On his return, he flirts with
Carla
Carla is the feminized version of Carl, Carlos or Charles, from ''ceorl'' in Old English, which means "free man". Notable people with the name include:
* Carla, French singer and former member of the children's music group Kids United
* Carla Abe ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
), Paul's widow, much to her fiance,
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
's (
Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
) dislike. On 23 March 2009, it was revealed that Tom had been axed from the show.
Tom makes friends with gay character
Sean Tully
Sean Tully is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Antony Cotton. He made his first appearance during the episode broadcast on 13 July 2003. Following that appearance, the character returned full-ti ...
(
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton (born Antony Dunn; 5 August 1975) is an English actor, known for portraying the role of Sean Tully in ''Coronation Street'', as well as portraying Alexander Perry in the original '' Queer as Folk'' series. In 2007, Cotton hosted ...
). On 3 September 2008, Sean mistakenly thinks Tom is gay and when Tom tells Sean that he is straight, Sean leaves in a huff. This leads to Sean's partner,
Marcus Dent
Marcus Dent is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Charlie Condou. He made his first screen appearance during the episode on 7 September 2007. Marcus departed on 5 September 2008, but returned o ...
(
Charlie Condou
Charlie Condou, (born 8 January 1973) is a British actor, columnist and LGBT rights activist. Condou secured a series of television movie roles during his teenage years in the 1980s. He later had guest roles in British television series during th ...
), punching Tom after he suspects that he has slept with Sean.
In September 2008, Tom and Liam go into business together, selling men's shirts, called 'Lad Rags'. Unable to get a loan from the bank, Tom turns to Carla who gives him the £50,000 that he needs, on the condition that she can have a 25% share in the business. This angers Liam initially but he eventually accepts the partnership. He insists, however, that Carla's 25% comes out of Tom's share of the business.
Tom is devastated when Liam is killed by a hit-and-run driver in October 2008. Weeks after his death, Tom is confronted by Liam's wife
Maria
Maria may refer to:
People
* Mary, mother of Jesus
* Maria (given name), a popular given name in many languages
Place names Extraterrestrial
* 170 Maria, a Main belt S-type asteroid discovered in 1877
* Lunar maria (plural of ''mare''), large, ...
(
Samia Ghadie
Samia Maxine Longchambon (''née'' Ghadie, previously Smith; born 13 July 1982) is an English actress. She has played the role of Maria Connor in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2000.
Early life
Samia Ghadie was born in Eccles ...
) about Carla's involvement in 'Lad Rags' and he is forced to admit that Carla had invested money in the business. On 3 December 2008, at Tony and Carla's wedding, Tom and Michelle discover Liam and Carla's affair as
Sally Webster
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Sally Dynevor. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 27 January 1986, when Kev ...
(
Sally Dynevor
Sally Jane Dynevor (née Whittaker; born 30 May 1963) is a British actress, she is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation St ...
) reveals it to Maria. This infuriates her and she is about to confront Carla, but she and her new husband, Tony, have already left for their honeymoon. Tom is confused as to Maria's repeated allegations and tries his best to convince her that he knew of no affair. When Maria begins to believe Tony killed Liam, Tom tries to convince her of Tony's innocence, despite his own initial suspicions on the night of Liam's death.
In March 2009, Maria receives Carla's 25% share of 'Lad Rags' making Tom a minority shareholder to her combined 75%. Around this time, he begins to have feelings for her and is not happy when she seeks financial advice from Tony about the business. Tony warns Tom to keep out of it, saying that he knows about his crush on Maria. This infuriates Tom and as revenge, he reveals to Tony's new business partner
Luke Strong (
Craig Kelly
Craig Kelly (born 29 September 1963) is an Australian politician, who represented the Division of Hughes as a Liberal Party and later United Australia Party MP from 2010 to his defeat at the 2022 Australian federal election.
Kelly initially ...
) that Tony is having him followed by a private investigator. Tom leaves the Street in April, following a big argument with Maria and Tony. He is last seen kissing
Kelly Crabtree
: ''For the ''Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps'' character, see Kelly Crabtree''
Kelly Crabtree is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Tupele Dorgu, the character first appeared ...
(
Tupele Dorgu
Tupele Dorgu (born 13 December 1977 in Preston, Lancashire) is an English actress and voice over artist. She is best known for playing the role of Kelly Crabtree in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' from 2004 to 2010.
Education
Dorgu ...
) outside the Rovers on her birthday, leaving Tony and Maria inside.
Dylan Wilson
Dylan Wilson is the son of
Violet Wilson
Violet Wilson is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. She was portrayed by Jenny Platt making her first on-screen appearance on 8 October 2004 and remained until 29 February 2008. Platt returned for one ...
(
Jenny Platt
Jennifer "Jenny" Platt (born 24 September 1979) is an English actress best known for her role as Violet Wilson in the long-running television soap ''Coronation Street'' and her role as Jeanne in ''Versailles''.
Platt was born in Ipswich, Suff ...
) and
Sean Tully
Sean Tully is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Antony Cotton. He made his first appearance during the episode broadcast on 13 July 2003. Following that appearance, the character returned full-ti ...
(
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton (born Antony Dunn; 5 August 1975) is an English actor, known for portraying the role of Sean Tully in ''Coronation Street'', as well as portraying Alexander Perry in the original '' Queer as Folk'' series. In 2007, Cotton hosted ...
) and first appeared on 22 February 2008, having been delivered by Sean and his partner
Marcus Dent
Marcus Dent is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Charlie Condou. He made his first screen appearance during the episode on 7 September 2007. Marcus departed on 5 September 2008, but returned o ...
(
Charlie Condou
Charlie Condou, (born 8 January 1973) is a British actor, columnist and LGBT rights activist. Condou secured a series of television movie roles during his teenage years in the 1980s. He later had guest roles in British television series during th ...
) in the Rovers. He was four weeks premature.
Violet and her boyfriend
Jamie Baldwin
Jamie Baldwin is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Rupert Hill. He first appeared in 2004 and left in 2008.
Storylines
Shortly after his arrival in Weatherfield, Jamie began dating Leanne ...
(
Rupert Hill
Rupert Sinclair Hill (born 15 June 1978) is an English actor. He is known for his roles in several soap operas.
Hill started with small roles on television. He appeared in an episode of ''EastEnders'' as Robbie's half-brother Kevin Bolton, an ...
) intended for Dylan to be born in London as they planned to escape Weatherfield because of what they saw as Sean's obsession. Sean immediately bonded with Dylan, and said that when he was born, he looked straight at him and was lost for words at the fact he was the first person Dylan saw. Jamie also bonded with Dylan, although found it hard due to the fact that Sean was his biological father and present at the birth.
Dylan was named by Violet and Jamie. They wanted a name that would go with Wilson and Baldwin. His middle name is "James" after Jamie. Sean suggested changing his last name to "Wilson-Tully" and asked if they would name him as Dylan's father on his birth certificate - Violet and Jamie didn't refuse, making Sean hope they would agree. Dylan left the Street with Violet and Jamie. They decided to put Jamie on the birth certificate, rather than Sean, so Jamie could be his legal father, and so their start in London would be easier for all of them.
Two years later, Sean decided to get back into contact with Dylan and posing as
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to leave ...
(
Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in ''Two Pints ...
) on a social networking site, added Violet as a friend and saw updated photos of Dylan. However, he was found out when Sean asked her how she'd feel if she had Dylan stolen from her. Violet phoned Liz angrily and Sean's deception was uncovered. Liz sacked Sean, but forgave him as she knew how much he wanted to get in contact with Dylan and told Violet. Violet later added Sean as a friend and allowed him to have contact with Dylan.
In 2011, over the Easter period, Sean went to visit Dylan, where he also reunited with Marcus, who was also in contact with Violet. Violet was going through a rough patch with Jamie, so Marcus and Sean took Dylan out for the day. When they returned, Jamie had gone after breaking up with Violet. Violet made a homophobic remark against Sean when he offered to look after Dylan and he later left. A couple of months later, Violet was injured in a car accident and Dylan stayed with Sean and Marcus. During his stay, Sean wanted to make Dylan a star by auditioning him for a Freshco advert, although the producers wanted Marcus to be with Dylan. In September 2011, Dylan returned to Violet after she recovered, although Sean still has contact with him, and went to visit him over Christmas. Dylan came to stay with Sean again in April 2012, then later in the year for the Christmas period. In July 2016, Sean made plans to see Dylan and introduce him to his boyfriend
Billy Mayhew
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2014, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn. Shar ...
(
Daniel Brocklebank
Daniel Brocklebank (born 21 December 1979) is a British actor, best known for portraying the roles of Ivan Jones in the ITV soap opera ''Emmerdale'' (2005–2006), and Billy Mayhew in ITV's other long-running soap ''Coronation Street'' (2014 ...
). However before Sean and Billy were to set off to London, Billy broke off with Sean. Regardless, Sean left to go on his own. In October 2020, Dylan came to stay with Sean in Weatherfield.
D.C. Weller
D.C. Weller was played by
Caroline Paterson
Caroline Paterson (born 1965) is a Scottish actress and director who has appeared in many Scottish television shows such as one-off STV drama, '' The Steamie'' and the BBC's '' Rab C. Nesbitt''. However, she is most recognised for her role in ' ...
. She is the police detective heading the investigating team after
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd) pushes his mother,
Gail
Gail may refer to:
People
*Gail (given name), list of notable people with the given name
Surname
* Jean-Baptiste Gail (1755–1829), French Hellenist scholar
* Max Gail (born 1943), American actor
* Sophie Gail (1775–1819), French singer and ...
(
Helen Worth
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth; 7 January 1951) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', a role that she has played since 1974. In 2014, she rec ...
) down the stairs of their home in March 2008. She reappears on 17 December 2008, to question
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
(
Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
) over the death of
Liam Connor
Liam Connor is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Rob James-Collier from 2006 to 2008.
Storylines
Liam first appeared on ''Coronation Street'' in August 2006 when he and nephew Ryan ( Ben Th ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
), and again on 26 January 2009, when Liam's widow
Maria
Maria may refer to:
People
* Mary, mother of Jesus
* Maria (given name), a popular given name in many languages
Place names Extraterrestrial
* 170 Maria, a Main belt S-type asteroid discovered in 1877
* Lunar maria (plural of ''mare''), large, ...
(
Samia Ghadie
Samia Maxine Longchambon (''née'' Ghadie, previously Smith; born 13 July 1982) is an English actress. She has played the role of Maria Connor in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2000.
Early life
Samia Ghadie was born in Eccles ...
) runs Tony down with her car. She most recently appeared to talk to
Colin Grimshaw
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' in 2008, by order of first appearance.
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, made her first appearance on 7 January 2008, ...
(
Edward de Souza
Edward James de Souza (born 4 September 1932) is a British character actor and graduate of RADA, who is of Portuguese-Indian and English descent.
Early life
De Souza was the only child of Annie Adeline Swift (née Calvert) and Edward Valentine De ...
) about having sex with
Paula Carp (
Sharon Duce
Sharon Duce (born 17 January 1950) is a British actress.
Born in Sheffield, she trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art then became a stage actress at the Sheffield Repertory Theatre, the York Theatre Royal, and the Theatre in th ...
) while she was under age, however, he dies of a heart attack before she can question him.
Graeme Proctor
Julie Carp
Julie Marie Carp (previously Jones), played by
Katy Cavanagh
Kathryn Sarah Collins Jupe (born 12 December 1973), known professionally as Katy Cavanagh, is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Julie Carp in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2015. She also had reg ...
, made her first appearance on 25 April 2008. She was originally introduced as a new love interest for
Kirk Sutherland
Kirk Sutherland is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 22 May 2000, played by an uncredited actor and originally referred to as Mark. ...
(
Andrew Whyment
Andrew "Andy" Whyment (born 2 April 1981) is an English actor, known for portraying the role of Darren Sinclair-Jones in the BBC sitcom ''The Royle Family'' and Kirk Sutherland on ''Coronation Street''.
Career
Whyment trained at the Laine Johns ...
), but she was later revealed to be the secret half-sister of established character,
Eileen Grimshaw
Eileen Grimshaw (also Phelan) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Sue Cleaver, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 May 2000. Her storylines have often i ...
(
Sue Cleaver
Susan Owen ( Cleaver; born 2 September 1963) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Eileen Grimshaw on the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', which she has played since 2000.
Early and personal life
Cleaver was ...
). Other storylines involving Julie include her relationship with
Brian Packham
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' in 2010, by order of first appearance.
Trevor Dean
Enid Crump
Enid Crump, played by June Broughton, arrives on the Street to confront Be ...
(
Peter Gunn
''Peter Gunn'' is an American private eye television series, starring Craig Stevens as Peter Gunn with Lola Albright as his girlfriend, Edie Hart. The series aired on NBC from September 22, 1958, to 1960 and on ABC in 1960–1961. The seri ...
), standing by
Kirsty Soames
Kirsty Soames is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Natalie Gumede. She made her first on-screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 7 September 2011.
On 21 February 2013, Gumede anno ...
(
Natalie Gumede
Natalie Gumede (born 20 March 1984) is an English actress. She is known for playing Kirsty Soames in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', from 2011 to 2013. She previously played China in BBC Three comedy show ''Ideal''. She has also appe ...
) when she is accused of domestic violence when she is actually the person abusing
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
(
Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Walk ...
) and realising this when Kirsty slaps her, surviving a minibus crash with her factory colleagues and her relationship with
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
(
Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
). Julie departed Weatherfield on 3 July 2015.
Ted Page
Ted Page played by
Michael Byrne, is the long-lost father of
Gail Platt
Gail Rodwell (also Potter, Tilsley, Platt, Hillman and McIntyre) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Helen Worth. The character first appeared on-screen on 29 July 1974. Gail is the daughter ...
(
Helen Worth
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth; 7 January 1951) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', a role that she has played since 1974. In 2014, she rec ...
), and made his first appearance on 28 April 2008. A week after his arrival, Ted reveals that he is gay, and has recently lost his partner of twenty years. In January 2021, it was announced that Ted would be killed off off-screen and his partner Andrew would break the news to Gail via telephone.
Gail's mother
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
(
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), ''The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, ''Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), a ...
) had a relationship with Ted, who was a soldier at the time, in the hope that he would propose and she would get her son,
Stephen
Stephen or Steven is a common English first name. It is particularly significant to Christians, as it belonged to Saint Stephen ( grc-gre, Στέφανος ), an early disciple and deacon who, according to the Book of Acts, was stoned to death; ...
(
Todd Boyce
Todd Boyce (born July 1, 1961) is an American film, television and theatre actor. He is perhaps best known for playing Stephen Reid in the successful soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 1996 to 1997, 2007 and again from 2022.
Early life
Todd ...
), back. She lost her nerve and never told Ted that she was pregnant. It is only when Ted gets in touch again that she tells him he is the father of her daughter. Ted is distressed when he realises how much he has missed, that he has grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ted meets Gail and they bond almost instantly.
Ted supports his grandson
David
David (; , "beloved one") (traditional spelling), , ''Dāwūd''; grc-koi, Δαυΐδ, Dauíd; la, Davidus, David; gez , ዳዊት, ''Dawit''; xcl, Դաւիթ, ''Dawitʿ''; cu, Давíдъ, ''Davidŭ''; possibly meaning "beloved one". w ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd) when he has a job interview, writing a false reference in Audrey's name. He befriends
Ken Barlow
Ken Barlow is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by William Roache. He was created by Tony Warren as one of ''Coronation Street''s original characters and December 2020 marked Ken's 60th annive ...
(
William Roache
William Patrick Roache (born 25 April 1932) is an English actor. He is best known for playing Ken Barlow in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since it was first broadcast on 9 December 1960. He is listed in the ''Guinness World Records ...
), offering him an extra ticket for a play. This leads to
Blanche Hunt
Blanche Hunt (also Linfield) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was originally played by Patricia Cutts; however, the actress died by suicide after appearing in just two episodes in August 1974. ...
(
Maggie Jones) suspecting Ken could become gay. Ted supports Audrey following her car accident and breakup with
Bill Webster
Bill Webster is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', played by Peter Armitage. The character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 6 February 1984 and remained in the show until 1985 when ...
(
Peter Armitage Peter Armitage may refer to:
* Peter Armitage (statistician) (born 1924), British statistician
* Peter Armitage (actor)
Peter James Armitage (23 October 1939 – 30 November 2018) was an English television and stage actor best known for his r ...
) in 2008. Ted leaves in autumn 2008 but returns on 28 January 2009, following a visit to
London
London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom, with a population of just under 9 million. It stands on the River Thames in south-east England at the head of a estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a majo ...
. Upon his return, Ted supports the Platts in their feud against the Windasses and gets drawn into Ken's complex relationship with
Martha Fraser
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' in 2009, in order of first appearance.
Martha Fraser
Martha Fraser, portrayed by Stephanie Beacham, made her first appearance on 26 Janua ...
.
On 5 June 2009, Ted house-sits for Audrey, while she and Gail visit
Sarah
Sarah (born Sarai) is a biblical matriarch and prophetess, a major figure in Abrahamic religions. While different Abrahamic faiths portray her differently, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all depict her character similarly, as that of a piou ...
(
Tina O'Brien
Tina Michelle O'Brien (born 7 August 1983) is an English actress. She is best known for her portrayal of Sarah Platt in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' (1999–2008, 2015–present). She also appeared in the BBC One drama s ...
) in Milan, and meets David's enemy,
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (Deb ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting a ...
) who is burgling the house after being set up by David. Ted confronts Gary and chases after him; the police and an ambulance are called but Ted refuses to go to hospital. He later returns to the Street and confronts Gary's parents,
Eddie
Eddie or Eddy may refer to:
Science and technology
*Eddy (fluid dynamics), the swirling of a fluid and the reverse current created when the fluid flows past an obstacle
* Eddie (text editor), a text editor originally for BeOS and now ported to Lin ...
(
Steve Huison
Steve Huison (born 2 December 1962) is a British actor who is mostly seen on television and occasionally in films. He is best known as “Lomper” in the film ''The Full Monty'' (1997) and for his role as Eddie Windass in ''Coronation Street'' ...
) and
Anna
Anna may refer to:
People Surname and given name
* Anna (name)
Mononym
* Anna the Prophetess, in the Gospel of Luke
* Anna (wife of Artabasdos) (fl. 715–773)
* Anna (daughter of Boris I) (9th–10th century)
* Anna (Anisia) (fl. 1218 to 1221)
...
(
Debbie Rush
Debbie Rush (born 29 March 1966) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Anna Windass in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2018.
Career Early career
After training at the Manchester School of Acting when sh ...
). That evening, Ted has a heart attack, caused by a delayed reaction to the earlier exertion. He has surgery and identifies Gary as the burglar. David admits everything, making Ted ashamed of him. An apologetic Gary tells Ted that David set him up and that he had not meant anyone to get hurt. Ted shakes Gary's hand and forgives him. He subsequently becomes good friends with the Windasses and forgives David.
In November 2009, Gary makes an insulting remark about the armed forces when he sees Ted wearing a poppy for
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day (also known as Poppy Day owing to the tradition of wearing a remembrance poppy) is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have died in t ...
. Ted and
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne), who had served in the Navy, tell Gary to show some respect. The next day, Gary apologises to Ted and asks about his days of service. Ted's stories of his army years inspire Gary to join the army himself.
Ted reappears on 7 January 2010, the day before Gail's wedding to
Joe McIntyre (
Reece Dinsdale
Reece Dinsdale (born 6 August 1959) is an English actor and director of stage, film and television. He is a Huddersfield Town fan. In 2017 he became a patron of the Square Chapel, an arts centre in Halifax. He is also an honorary patron of The ...
) and meets
Nick Tilsley
Nick Tilsley (also Platt) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. He was born off screen during an episode broadcast on 31 December 1980, but made his first appearance on 5 January 1981. He was played by ...
(
Ben Price
Ben Price (born 30 June 1972) is a British actor, director and writer. He has played the role of Nick Tilsley in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and has made four films as a writer/director, the first of which, ''I'm Sorry To Tell You' ...
), for the first time. Joe, who is in debt, cons Ted into lending him £4000. The following day, Ted gives Gail away as she marries Joe. Ted made his final appearance to date on 29 January 2010 when he requested Joe pay back the money he had loaned him by the following week.
Five months later, Gail rang Ted to inform him that she had been acquitted of Joe's murder.
On 5 February 2021, Gail received a phone call informing her of Ted's death.
Paul Connor Jr.
Paul Connor Jr. was the stillborn son of
Liam
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam or the old Germanic name William.
Etymology
The original name was a merging of two Old German elements: ''willa'' ("will" or "resolution"); and ''helma'' ("helmet"). The juxtaposition of these elem ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
) and
Maria Connor
Maria Connor (also Sutherland) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Samia Longchambon. The character made her first appearance during the episode broadcast on 19 May 2000. During her time ...
(
Samia Ghadie
Samia Maxine Longchambon (''née'' Ghadie, previously Smith; born 13 July 1982) is an English actress. She has played the role of Maria Connor in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2000.
Early life
Samia Ghadie was born in Eccles ...
) born on 30 April 2008. He was named after his late uncle Paul, who died ten months before.
Maria had not felt the baby move, told
Sean Tully
Sean Tully is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Antony Cotton. He made his first appearance during the episode broadcast on 13 July 2003. Following that appearance, the character returned full-ti ...
's (
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton (born Antony Dunn; 5 August 1975) is an English actor, known for portraying the role of Sean Tully in ''Coronation Street'', as well as portraying Alexander Perry in the original '' Queer as Folk'' series. In 2007, Cotton hosted ...
) boyfriend,
Marcus Dent
Marcus Dent is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Charlie Condou. He made his first screen appearance during the episode on 7 September 2007. Marcus departed on 5 September 2008, but returned o ...
(
Charlie Condou
Charlie Condou, (born 8 January 1973) is a British actor, columnist and LGBT rights activist. Condou secured a series of television movie roles during his teenage years in the 1980s. He later had guest roles in British television series during th ...
), and went for an emergency scan on 28 April; the baby was dead. Maria did not tell Liam, thinking that he would marry her because of the pregnancy, and went to stay with her friend/boss
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
(
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), ''The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, ''Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), a ...
). Liam found out that Maria had lost the baby when a midwife visited, wanting to check on Maria. He and Maria separated briefly, holding the baby's funeral on 9 May 2008; Liam carried Paul's tiny coffin. Liam and Maria subsequently reconciled although he had a one-night stand with
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
). Liam died in October 2008 when Maria was six weeks pregnant. Paul's brother,
Liam Connor Jr.
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' in 2009, in order of first appearance.
Martha Fraser
Martha Fraser, portrayed by Stephanie Beacham, made her first appearance on 26 Janua ...
, was born on 1 July 2009.
Natasha Blakeman
Ann McIntyre
Ann McIntyre (previously called Anna) is the estranged mother of
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Michelle Keegan, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode that was shown 7 January 2008. The character was central to man ...
(
Michelle Keegan
Michelle Elizabeth Keegan (born 3 June 1987) is an English actress, known for her roles as Tina McIntyre in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Sergeant Georgie Lane in the BBC drama series ''Our Girl''. Keegan also starred as Tracy S ...
). Originally named "Anna" and played by actress Susan Mitchell, she appears in a single episode in May 2008. Anna appears after receiving a telephone call from
Gail Platt
Gail Rodwell (also Potter, Tilsley, Platt, Hillman and McIntyre) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Helen Worth. The character first appeared on-screen on 29 July 1974. Gail is the daughter ...
(
Helen Worth
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth; 7 January 1951) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', a role that she has played since 1974. In 2014, she rec ...
), telling her that Tina is okay after moving into the Platts' house earlier on in the week. Fuming at the innocent call, Anna storms round to the house, demanding to see Tina, and does not hold back in letting her know her feelings on the matter. An argument ensues as Anna calls Gail's son and Tina's boyfriend
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
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Jack P. Shepherd) a criminal, to which Tina responds by revealing that she was pregnant with his child but had an abortion. As the argument escalates, Gail intervenes and throws Anna out.
In June 2014, now called "Ann" and played by actress Lorraine Hodgson, she returns following Tina's death. Ann meets up with Tina's friend and former employer,
Rita Sullivan
Rita Tanner (also Littlewood, Bates, Fairclough and Sullivan) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by veteran actress Barbara Knox, the character first appeared onscreen as "Rita Littlewood ...
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Barbara Knox
Barbara Knox, MBE (''née'' Brothwood, formerly Mullaney; born 30 September 1933) is an English actress, best known for her long-running portrayal of Rita Tanner in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She first appeared as Rita Littlewoo ...
), in the café. She admits to growing estranged from Tina and only communicating with her by telephone occasionally. Rita expresses her condolences and Ann reveals that Tina spoke highly of her. Ann later goes for a drink in the Rovers, where Tina had worked; along with Rita and her ex-husband
Dennis Tanner
Dennis Tanner is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera, Coronation Street, played by Philip Lowrie. The character was created by writer Tony Warren and was in ...
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Philip Lowrie
Colin Philip Lowrie (born 20 June 1936) is an English former stage and television actor, best known for playing Dennis Tanner in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', from the programme's inception in 1960–1968, and again from ...
). Ann reminisces about Tina's birth, telling Rita and Dennis that she had been in labour with her for 22 hours and that she had promised to always look out for her. Whilst they are there, Ann is approached by
Rob Donovan
Rob Donovan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Marc Baylis He was introduced as the brother of Carla Connor (Alison King). He made his first screen appearance during the episode broadc ...
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Marc Baylis
Marc Baylis (born 3 April 1978) is a British stage, television and film actor. He trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, where he was awarded the Stage Scholarship. He is best known for his role as Rob Donovan in '' Coronation Street'' f ...
), who unbeknown to her is Tina's killer. Rob expresses his condolences and offers to support Ann and help with the funeral arrangements. Rita then assures Ann that Tina was popular and well-liked in the local area.
The next day, Ann meets up with Dennis, Rita and David, in the Rovers and asks about Tina's relationship with Rob. Rita and David explain that they had flirted with each other a few months previously. Ann also reveals that she has chosen readings and written a eulogy for the funeral and David offers to pick music for the service, that Tina would have liked as Ann didn't know what her daughter liked. Ann also suggests handing out bookmarks and keyrings to the mourners, but Rita discourages her, telling Ann that it was not "very Tina". As Ann is about to leave, she bumps into Rob's sister
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
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Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
), the wife of Peter Barlow; whom Tina had been having an affair with. A drunk Carla berates Tina in front of Ann, telling her that she blames Tina for her miscarriage that she had suffered the previous week, and the breakdown of her marriage to Peter. She also reveals that she had liked Tina, prior to finding out about the affair, and drunkenly asks Ann why Tina did what she did, and has to be led away by Rovers landlady
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to leave ...
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Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in ''Two Pints ...
). Ann then leaves, bumping into Rob as he arrives at the pub to check on Carla, on her way out. The following week, Ann visits Rita in ''The Kabin'' and gives her some flowers to thank her for her support. She also asks Rita to read a eulogy at Tina's funeral. Rita is reluctant at first but Ann tells her that she knew Tina better than she did and she agrees to do it.
Ann is next seen at Tina's funeral. Following the service, Ann goes with Gail to the grave of her ex-husband
Joe
Joe or JOE may refer to:
Arts
Film and television
* ''Joe'' (1970 film), starring Peter Boyle
* ''Joe'' (2013 film), starring Nicolas Cage
* ''Joe'' (TV series), a British TV series airing from 1966 to 1971
* ''Joe'', a 2002 Canadian animated ...
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Reece Dinsdale
Reece Dinsdale (born 6 August 1959) is an English actor and director of stage, film and television. He is a Huddersfield Town fan. In 2017 he became a patron of the Square Chapel, an arts centre in Halifax. He is also an honorary patron of The ...
) and remarks that Tina would have been pleased to be buried near her father. Ann also reveals that Tina was always closer to her father than she was to her when she was a child. Rob also approaches Ann and apologises for Tina's death. Ann then wonders what type of person Tina's killer is to have done what they did to her; making Rob feel guilty. She apologises for her outburst and a tearful Rob asks for her forgiveness but when Ann asks what for, Rob says for not be able to change what happened, saying he wished he could. Ann is disgusted when
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne), who Tina had been having an affair with, causes a drunken scene and makes a remark which suggests that Rob is guilty of the murder. Later at Tina's wake in the Rovers, Ann has drinks with Rita, Dennis and
Norris Cole
Norris Gene Cole II (born October 13, 1988) is an American professional basketball player for Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League. A 6' 2" point guard, he is a two-time NBA champion, winning back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2013 with the Miami ...
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Malcolm Hebden
Malcolm Hebden (born 21 December 1939) is an English former actor. He is known for portraying the role of Norris Cole in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' on and off between 1994 and 2020. Aged 81, he announced his retirement from act ...
) and angrily asks how Peter had the nerve to show his face at the funeral and believes that he is Tina's killer. When Peter's stepmother
Deirdre Barlow
Deirdre Anne Barlow (also Hunt, Langton and Rachid) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Anne Kirkbride. She made her first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 20 November 1972 ...
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Anne Kirkbride
Anne Kirkbride (21 June 1954 – 19 January 2015) was an English actress, best known for her long-running role as Deirdre Barlow in the ITV (TV network), ITV soap ''Coronation Street'', which she played for 42 years from 1972 to 2014. For this ...
) hears the news and defends Peter, Ann asks her to leave the pub and not ruin the wake as the funeral had already been ruined. Rita, Dennis and Norris reassure Ann again that Tina would not be forgotten and reminisce about her again. This is Ann's last appearance.
Clarissa Mason
Clarissa Mason, played by
Alexandra Boyd first appeared in May 2008 as
Harry Mason's (
Jack Ellis) estranged wife. He refused to help her, as she had just told him that she had lost her drivers license due to speeding, so she left. She returned on 23 May, when Harry hired
Lloyd Mullaney
Lloyd Mullaney is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Craig Charles. He made his first on screen appearance on 20 June 2005. The character departed on 23 July 2006, while Charles was suspended f ...
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Craig Charles
Craig Joseph Charles (born 11 July 1964) is an English actor, comedian, television and radio presenter. He is best known for his roles as Dave Lister in the science fiction sitcom ''Red Dwarf'' and Lloyd Mullaney in the soap opera ''Coronation ...
) to drive her around for a while. She returned to the street on 2 July, to cause some more trouble for Harry. She later began to expect more from Lloyd, and even insisted on him buying her a drink in the
Rovers Return
The Rovers Return Inn is a fictional pub in the long-running British soap opera '' Coronation Street''.
The Rovers Return occupies a corner of the fictional Coronation Street and Rosamund Street set location in the show. The pub was built by ...
on 11 July 2008. On 23 July 2008, Clarissa agreed on a divorce settlement. Clarissa reacted when Harry struck up a close friendship with
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to leave ...
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Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in ''Two Pints ...
), but Harry tried to reassure Clarissa that nothing was going on between him and Liz. On 28 July 2008, Clarissa caught Harry and Liz at his house, kissing and expressing feelings for each other. She decided that she wanted Harry back, and he ended his relationship with Liz. On 30 July 2008, Clarissa offered a reluctant Harry chance to move back in with her, and told him to cancel their divorce. Later that day, she ended up in a brawl with Liz, after Liz threw Clarissa out of the Rovers Return, after Clarissa offended Liz about looking old, and then threw her drink over her. She was only allowed back into the Rovers after she apologised.
Clarissa and Harry reappeared on the street in September 2008 just as Harry and Liz resumed their fling, soon developing into an affair. When Clarissa discovered the truth from Liz, they both teamed up to exact their revenge on the philandering bookie. Liz invited Harry into the back room of the Rovers with the promise of sex, as she stripped Harry to his underwear Clarissa entered the room with her camera phone and took the incriminating photos of Harry. He soon left the street and the ownership of the bookies to his son Dan.
Joe McIntyre
Kenzie Judd
Kenzie Judd is played by Jack Cooper and first appeared on 26 May 2008. Kenzie is the main member of the gang of hoodies that terrorised the street. He also raided ''The Kabin'' and left
Norris Cole
Norris Gene Cole II (born October 13, 1988) is an American professional basketball player for Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League. A 6' 2" point guard, he is a two-time NBA champion, winning back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2013 with the Miami ...
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Malcolm Hebden
Malcolm Hebden (born 21 December 1939) is an English former actor. He is known for portraying the role of Norris Cole in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' on and off between 1994 and 2020. Aged 81, he announced his retirement from act ...
) shaken, he also robbed ''Roy's Rolls''. They also caused
Jerry Morton
Jerry Morton is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Michael Starke. He was introduced in March 2007. It was announced in April 2008 that Jerry and the rest of the Mortons would leave the sho ...
(
Michael Starke) to suffer a
heart attack
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. This persuaded Jerry's daughter,
Kayleigh
"Kayleigh" is a song by the British neo-progressive rock band Marillion. It was released as the first single from the concept album '' Misplaced Childhood''. It was the band's most successful single in the UK, where it peaked at number-two an ...
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Jessica Barden
Jessica Amy Barden (born 21 July 1992) is an English actress. She began her career as a child actress. She is best known for her role as Alyssa in the Channel 4 comedy-drama ''The End of the F***ing World'' (2017–2019). She received a British ...
) not to be with him, and he lost his part in his schoolplay, which went to schoolmate
Chesney
Chesney is an English surname or given name and a French surname It is derived from Old French ''chesnai'' ("oak grove").Sam Aston
Samuel David Aston (born 7 June 1993) is an English actor, who has portrayed the role of Chesney Brown on the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2003.
Career
Aston made his television debut at the age of five, as an extra in ''Eddie ...
), who also has an eye for Kayleigh. Kenzie later appeared on the Street with the other hoodies on 22 August 2008 to beat Chesney, but the fight was broken up by their ex schoolteacher
John Stape
John Stape is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by actor Graeme Hawley. He made his first on-screen appearance during the episode airing on 6 May 2007. The character departed on 3 June 2011 after four y ...
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Graeme Hawley
Graeme Hawley (born 28 November 1975) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as John Stape in the British soap ''Coronation Street''. Career
Hawley graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 1996 with a degree in Drama, be ...
). He returned on 3 April 2009, when he and his gang attacked Chesney, only to be stopped by Chesney's sister,
Fiz Brown
Fiona 'Fiz' Dobbs (also Brown and Stape) is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV channel), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jennie McAlpine, the character first ap ...
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Jennie McAlpine
Jennie Elizabeth McAlpine (born 12 February 1984) is an English television actress, comedian and businesswoman. She is known for her role as Fiz Brown in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. She also took part in the seventeenth series of ...
) who was about to punch him, until the intervention of the headmaster,
Mr. Griffin
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' in 2006, by order of first appearance.
Aadi Alahan
Aadi Alahan, who first appears on 13 January 2006, is introduced alongside his twin sist ...
(Roger Morlidge).
Jimmy Dockerson
James "Jimmy" Dockerson is played by actor
Robert Beck. The character first appeared on 11 July 2008, as a henchman of
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
, sabotaging the clients of
Kevin Webster
Kevin Webster is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Michael Le Vell, the character first appeared on-screen during the ...
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Michael Le Vell
Michael Robert Turner (born 15 December 1964), known professionally as Michael Le Vell, is an English actor. He is best known for his role as mechanic Kevin Webster in the long-running ITV (TV channel), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', a ro ...
). Several months later, Jimmy reappears when Tony discovers that his fiancée
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
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Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
) has had an affair with her former brother-in-law
Liam
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam or the old Germanic name William.
Etymology
The original name was a merging of two Old German elements: ''willa'' ("will" or "resolution"); and ''helma'' ("helmet"). The juxtaposition of these elem ...
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Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
). Tony arranges a hit-and-run incident to kill Liam, hiring Jimmy to carry it out on Tony's stag night on 17 October. On 22 December 2008, he meets up with Tony where he tells him not to call him again. A few days later, after Tony attempts to murder
Jed Stone
Jed Stone is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Kenneth Cope. He was a lodger of Minnie Caldwell's in the 1960s, and her nickname for him was "Sunny Jim". He made a reappearance after an absen ...
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Kenneth Cope
Kenneth Charles Cope (born 14 April 1931) is an English retired actor and scriptwriter. He is best known for his roles as Marty Hopkirk in ''Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased)'', Jed Stone in ''Coronation Street'' and Ray Hilton in ''Brookside (T ...
), he calls to ask for Jimmy's help but he hangs up on him. In early February 2009, Carla meets with Jimmy, where he tells her of his hired henchman activities and what really happened on the night of Liam's death.
Jimmy returns on 22 October 2009 when Tony hires him to kill Carla after she threatens to expose the truth. However, Tony later has a change of heart and tries to contact Jimmy to call it off, to no avail. After Jimmy has a vicious scuffle with Carla, after gaining entry into her apartment, she strikes him over the head with a candlestick knocking him unconscious, and Tony tricks Carla into thinking that he is dead. She then promptly leaves for Los Angeles again not knowing that Jimmy is still alive.
In November 2009, Tony hands himself into the police, and gives Jimmy's name as the hitman that he hired to kill Liam. The police then begin searching for Jimmy. Tony, meanwhile, confesses to Carla that he had only pretended Jimmy was dead in order to get her to leave and protect himself. In early December, the police tell Carla that Jimmy has been arrested and has confessed to killing Liam and told them of Carla's attack on him.
Pam Hobsworth
Pam Hobsworth (also Compton), is played by
Kate Anthony
Kate Anthony (born 11 April 1964) is an English actress best known for her role as Pam Hobsworth on the ITV (TV network), ITV soap ''Coronation Street''.
Career
She has appeared in ''Doctors (2000 TV series), Doctors'' playing Ellen Murray, ...
. She made her first appearance on 16 July 2008 as the Aunt of established character
Molly Compton
Molly Dobbs (also Compton) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Vicky Binns, she debuted on 5 September 2005. Introduced as the daughter of a local baker, she is the love interest and l ...
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Vicky Binns
Victoria Jane Binns (born 27 August 1982) is an English actress, known for her two roles in the two veteran ITV soap operas ''Emmerdale'' and ''Coronation Street'' respectively. She had a lead role in ''Von Trapped'' opposite Caroline Quentin a ...
). She appeared as a regular from July 2008 to April 2010, after five months away she returned in September for a few episodes in time for the 50th anniversary on a recurring basis. She reappears in late 2011, and is present at the memorial service for the tram crash victims and again in April and May 2012.
Pam is first seen selling ham to
Blanche Hunt
Blanche Hunt (also Linfield) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was originally played by Patricia Cutts; however, the actress died by suicide after appearing in just two episodes in August 1974. ...
(
Maggie Jones) in
The Rovers Return Inn. When Molly arrives, they recognise each other instantly.
On 25 July 2008, Pam buys Molly's boyfriend
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
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Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Walk ...
) a Fabergé egg to use to propose to Molly. Pam tells
Jack Duckworth
John "Jack" Duckworth is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Bill Tarmey. The character debuted on-screen during the episode broadcast on 28 November 1979. Jack was introduced by executive prod ...
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Bill Tarmey
Bill Tarmey (born William Piddington; 4 April 1941 – 9 November 2012) was an English actor and singer, best known for playing Jack Duckworth in the soap opera '' Coronation Street''. First appearing in the role in November 1979, he played ...
), Molly, and Tyrone that she will leave if she has outstayed her welcome, but they insist she stay. Pam leads them to believe that her husband has died but tells Molly that he had, in fact, thrown her out for having an affair.
Pam convinces Tyrone that Molly wants a lavish wedding and begins teaching him how to make more money and argues with Tyrone's mother,
Jackie, (
Margi Clarke
Margi Clarke (born 25 May 1954) is an English actress and radio and television presenter. She had a leading role in the film ''Letter to Brezhnev'' (1985), a low-budget film which had an international release. Later, Clarke played Jackie Dobbs ...
) after she upsets Molly and Tyrone. She encourages Tyrone to help her sell cheap merchandise in October 2008. Two months later, Molly finds out that Tyrone has been selling for Pam and walks out, making Tyrone furious with Pam. However, it is clear that Pam wants to see her niece happily married. In December, Pam buys the kebab shop chip fat from
Darryl Morton
Darryl Shane Morton is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by former ''Grange Hill'' actor Jonathan Dixon, the character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 18 March 2007.
Cr ...
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Jonathan Dixon), planning to convert it to biofuel. On New Year's Eve, she tries to move the fuel from Jack's outside toilet where she was storing it but sparks from the angle grinder that Pam is using, cause an explosion and she is knocked unconscious. However, she makes a full recovery.
Pam continues peddling cheap goods to buy a new pigeon coop for Jack and asks Tyrone to drop off some sunglasses at the Flying Horse pub. Even though the exchange is only hours before his wedding, Tyrone reluctantly agrees but the buyer reveals that he is an undercover police officer and insists Tyrone give him the goods free of charge if he wants to leave. Tyrone is furious with Pam, who realises that the man is her ex-boyfriend, Whispering Geoff. Further bad news occurs when Molly and Tyrone realise that Jackie has stolen their honeymoon tickets to Paris. Pam arranges for them to spend a week in a caravan in
Blackpool
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, although Molly is not impressed.
In June 2009, Pam goes to a singles night with
Bill Webster
Bill Webster is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', played by Peter Armitage. The character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 6 February 1984 and remained in the show until 1985 when ...
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Peter Armitage Peter Armitage may refer to:
* Peter Armitage (statistician) (born 1924), British statistician
* Peter Armitage (actor)
Peter James Armitage (23 October 1939 – 30 November 2018) was an English television and stage actor best known for his r ...
) and the couple start dating. Pam see Molly and Bill's son,
Kevin
Kevin () is the anglicized form of the Irish masculine given name (; mga, Caoimhghín ; sga, Cóemgein ; Latinized as ). It is composed of "dear; noble"; Old Irish and ("birth"; Old Irish ).
The variant '' Kevan'' is anglicized from , a ...
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Michael Le Vell
Michael Robert Turner (born 15 December 1964), known professionally as Michael Le Vell, is an English actor. He is best known for his role as mechanic Kevin Webster in the long-running ITV (TV channel), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', a ro ...
), together and realises that they are having an affair in October 2009, after seeing them kissing. She demands Molly end the affair or she would tell Tyrone of her infidelity so Molly tells Pam that she has ended the affair, even though she has not. In March 2010, Pam is dismayed to learn that the baby Molly is expecting could be Kevin's and confronts her, accusing her of lying about the baby in a sick attempt to get Kevin to leave his family and condemns her for her treatment of Tyrone, resulting in Molly slapping Pam. However, over the following weeks, she slowly supports Molly and starts a grudge against Kevin, originally defending him. In September, Pam visits Molly after she gives birth to her son, Jack, and wonders why Kevin was there during the birth. Pam also attends Jack's christening and later comforts Molly when she tells Pam that she is still in love with Kevin but he is not interested anymore. In December, Pam is devastated when Molly dies from injuries sustained in the tram crash. Pam confronts Kevin and tells him that he is to blame and breaks the news to Molly's father, Diggory, by telephone and leaves to comfort her brother.
Tyrone is furious with Pam after he finds out that she and Bill knew about Kevin and Molly's affair on the day of Molly's funeral.
In May 2011, Pam and Bill go travelling and it was initially thought that they would not return as actor Peter Armitage who plays Bill was axed from the show. However, it was announced in July 2011 that Anthony and Armitage would be reprising their role as Pam and Bill later in the year, as producer
Phil Collinson
Philip Collinson (born 26 August 1970) is a British television producer. He was initially an actor, before switching to working behind the cameras in the industry as a script editor and writer on programmes such as ''Springhill'' and ''Emmerda ...
had a change of heart about axing them.
Pam returns in September 2011 with Bill, announcing their plans to marry. Pam is devastated to find out that Kevin is intending to change Jack's surname to 'Webster' and was living with Sally again.
While advising Molly to end her affair, it was mentioned that Pam had been married and divorced four times, due to Pam's infidelity in three of the marriages.
In April 2012, Pam visits
Sally Webster
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Sally Dynevor. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 27 January 1986, when Kev ...
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Sally Dynevor
Sally Jane Dynevor (née Whittaker; born 30 May 1963) is a British actress, she is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation St ...
) when she finds out her and Kevin are back together. She tells Sally not to let Kevin use her. Pam babysits baby Jack when his childminder is sick and Kevin considers leaving baby Jack with her and Bill permanently, so that he and Sally can reconcile properly. Pam has not been seen since.
Prem Mandal
Prem Mandal, played by
Madhav Sharma
Madhav Sharma (born 12 November 1939) is an Indian-British actor.
Early life
Sharma studied at the Scottish Church College in Kolkata, India and later, at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in Bloomsbury, London.
Following the death of his m ...
, first appeared upon meeting
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
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Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
) and
Vernon Tomlin
Vernon Tomlin is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Ian Reddington. He appeared from December 2005 until September 2008, ...
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Ian Reddington
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) on a golf course. Prem, who runs a successful floor-covering business, remembered Dev from a Trades association meeting. Prem took Dev under his wing, as he said Dev reminded him of a younger version of himself. Sharma had previously played Dev's father during a 2004 appearance. Dev was invited to dinner with Prem and his wife
Nina Nina may refer to:
* Nina (name), a feminine given name and surname
Acronyms
*National Iraqi News Agency, a news service in Iraq
* Norwegian Institute for Nature Research, on the campus of Norwegian University of Science and Technology
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Harvey Virdi
Harvey Virdi is a British actress of Indian descent. She trained at Academy Drama School in London.
Career
Her theatre credits include ''The Borrowers'' (at the Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
Cardiff (; cy, Caerdydd ) is the capital and larges ...
) on 1 August 2008. Nina then began an affair with Dev behind Prem's back. In October 2008, he consented to Dev going out with his daughter
Tara (
Ayesha Dharker
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Her other film roles include s ...
) as he saw Dev as a man of integrity and honour. Prem was disgusted when Dev revealed his affair with Nina to him, he forced him out of his house and vowed to have nothing more to do with him, ending his relationship with Tara, but agreed not to tell her why they had to end.
Nina Mandal
Nina Mandal, played by
Harvey Virdi
Harvey Virdi is a British actress of Indian descent. She trained at Academy Drama School in London.
Career
Her theatre credits include ''The Borrowers'' (at the Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
Cardiff (; cy, Caerdydd ) is the capital and larges ...
, made her first appearance on 30 July 2008 as the wife of new character
Prem Mandal
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' in 2008, by order of first appearance.
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, made her first appearance on 7 January 2008, T ...
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Madhav Sharma
Madhav Sharma (born 12 November 1939) is an Indian-British actor.
Early life
Sharma studied at the Scottish Church College in Kolkata, India and later, at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in Bloomsbury, London.
Following the death of his m ...
). She began to flirt with Prem's friend
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
(
Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
), who had idolised her in his youth, as she'd been a
Bollywood
Hindi cinema, popularly known as Bollywood and formerly as Bombay cinema, refers to the film industry based in Mumbai, engaged in production of motion pictures in Hindi language. The popular term Bollywood, is a portmanteau of "Bombay" (fo ...
star. The following day Nina invited Dev to come to dinner with her and Prem. When Nina and Dev were alone, Nina shocked Dev by suggesting they have an affair. After some initial reluctance, he gave in within a few days. Nina then told Dev to book a weekend away for him and Nina. Nina then began to blackmail Dev after he attempted to end their affair. When Dev was introduced to Prem and Nina's daughter
Tara (
Ayesha Dharker
Ayesha Dharker (born 16 March 1978) is a British actress, known for her appearance as Queen Jamillia, the Queen of Naboo, in '' Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones,'' and for her stage performances.
Her other film roles include s ...
), Nina furiously warned the shopkeeper to keep away from her. Nina later again blackmailed Dev into ending his relationship with Tara, by threatening to reveal their affair to Prem, but Dev instead told Prem about his sordid affair. In November 2008, Nina was devastated when Tara discovered that she had also been having an affair with her ex-boyfriend. Tara refused to have anything to do with her and Nina urged Dev not to tell her about their fling. Dev agreed, but Dev's daughter Amber, who knew about the affair, told Tara out of spite a few days later. When Tara returned to the Street in late December 2008, she told Dev that she and her mother had not been speaking for several weeks.
Lisa Dalton
Lisa Dalton arrives on the Street at the beginning of August 2008 as a friend of
Prem (
Madhav Sharma
Madhav Sharma (born 12 November 1939) is an Indian-British actor.
Early life
Sharma studied at the Scottish Church College in Kolkata, India and later, at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in Bloomsbury, London.
Following the death of his m ...
) and
Nina Mandal (
Harvey Virdi
Harvey Virdi is a British actress of Indian descent. She trained at Academy Drama School in London.
Career
Her theatre credits include ''The Borrowers'' (at the Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
Cardiff (; cy, Caerdydd ) is the capital and larges ...
), when
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
(
Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
) is invited to dinner with them. Dev and Lisa then begin to date, they meet up shortly after meeting for the first time and they go to the Rovers for a drink. They then decide to stop seeing each other. Lisa returns on 30 March 2009 shortly after Dev's relationship with
Tara Mandal (
Ayesha Dharker
Ayesha Dharker (born 16 March 1978) is a British actress, known for her appearance as Queen Jamillia, the Queen of Naboo, in '' Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones,'' and for her stage performances.
Her other film roles include s ...
) begins to fail. She gets drunk with Dev in the Rovers and the pair end up in bed together. On 17 April 2009, barmaid
Poppy Morales (
Sophiya Haque
Sophiya Haque (14 June 1971 – 17 January 2013) was an English actress, singer, video jockey and dancer. She is best known for playing the role of Poppy Morales in ''Coronation Street'' between 2008 and 2009.
Early life
Haque was born Syeda S ...
) tells friend Tara of Lisa and Dev's night of passion and Tara warns Lisa not to visit her or Dev again.
Saj
Saj appears in two episodes in September 2008 as
Rosie Webster
Rosie Webster is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 24 December 1990. She was played by Emma Collinge from 1990 until 27 December 1999. Helen Flana ...
's (
Helen Flanagan
Helen Flanagan (born 7 August 1990) is an English actress. She is best known for playing the role of Rosie Webster in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2000 to 2012; she reprised the role in 2017, before going on maternity leave o ...
) boyfriend, who she begins dating while on holiday. In the latter episode, they come out of a nightclub and kiss while
John Stape
John Stape is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by actor Graeme Hawley. He made his first on-screen appearance during the episode airing on 6 May 2007. The character departed on 3 June 2011 after four y ...
(
Graeme Hawley
Graeme Hawley (born 28 November 1975) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as John Stape in the British soap ''Coronation Street''. Career
Hawley graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 1996 with a degree in Drama, be ...
) spies on them, and she is later kidnapped by John that night. Saj is not seen again after the incident.
DC Hooch
DC Hooch is a policeman. He is enemies with
Becky Granger
Rebecca McDonald (also Granger) is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Katherine Kelly (actress), Katherine Kelly. Becky was created by producer Tony Wood (producer), Tony Wood, and made her debut in ...
(
Katherine Kelly) and has tried to get her arrested on several occasions. He first accused her of theft, but Becky was found not guilty due to a false alibi from
Steve McDonald (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has rece ...
). He reappeared in mid-2009 when it transpired that he had hired Becky's ex, Slug, to try and bring her down. Slug convinced Becky he was a changed man, however, on Hooch's orders, he planted drugs in Becky's bag on her wedding day to Steve. The Rovers was then raided by the police and Becky was arrested.
Steve confronted Hooch who told him that it was payback for the court case in 2008. Steve then instructed his Streetcars drivers to track down Slug.
Lloyd Mullaney
Lloyd Mullaney is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Craig Charles. He made his first on screen appearance on 20 June 2005. The character departed on 23 July 2006, while Charles was suspended f ...
(
Craig Charles
Craig Joseph Charles (born 11 July 1964) is an English actor, comedian, television and radio presenter. He is best known for his roles as Dave Lister in the science fiction sitcom ''Red Dwarf'' and Lloyd Mullaney in the soap opera ''Coronation ...
) managed to find him and he and Steve bundled him into a car boot and took him to Becky, where he admitted planting the drugs for Hooch. Steve, Lloyd and Becky then met with Hooch and Slug was forced to say he would tell the truth in court and defend Becky. Hooch remained confident, however, soon after, the charges against Becky were dropped.
Hooch met with Steve and told him that he would not bother them again if they stayed out of his way. He also warned Steve that Becky would bring him down. Hooch has not been seen since.
Eddie Windass
Anna Windass
Anna Windass, played by
Debbie Rush
Debbie Rush (born 29 March 1966) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Anna Windass in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2018.
Career Early career
After training at the Manchester School of Acting when sh ...
, made her first appearance on 14 November 2008 with her partner,
Eddie
Eddie or Eddy may refer to:
Science and technology
*Eddy (fluid dynamics), the swirling of a fluid and the reverse current created when the fluid flows past an obstacle
* Eddie (text editor), a text editor originally for BeOS and now ported to Lin ...
(
Steve Huison
Steve Huison (born 2 December 1962) is a British actor who is mostly seen on television and occasionally in films. He is best known as “Lomper” in the film ''The Full Monty'' (1997) and for his role as Eddie Windass in ''Coronation Street'' ...
) and their son,
Gary (
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting a ...
). Storylines involving Anna include her rocky relationship with her boyfriend Eddie, dealing with Gary going into the army, her relationship with
Owen Armstrong
Owen Armstrong is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Ian Puleston-Davies. He made his first on-screen appearance on 9 June 2010 and left the show on 15 April 2015.
During his time on the sh ...
(
Ian Puleston-Davies
Ian Puleston-Davies (born 6 September 1958) is a Welsh actor and writer. He is best known for his role as builder Owen Armstrong in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2010 to 2015.
In November 2014, ITV announced that Puleston-Davi ...
), adopting
Faye Butler
Faye Windass (also Butler) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Ellie Leach. She was introduced as a potential adoptive child for Anna (Debbie Rush) and Eddie Windass ( Steve Huison) in ...
(Ellie Leach), being blackmailed into sleeping with
Pat Phelan (Connor McIntyre) and coming to terms with Faye's underage pregnancy and looking after the baby
Miley when Faye neglects her. A number of weeks before her debut, Anna was originally going to be named "''Donna Windass''", but was changed last minute.
Gary Windass
Len Windass
Len Windass, played by Conor Ryan is the brother of
Eddie Windass
Eddie Windass is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Steve Huison, the character's first appearance on-screen was broadcast on 14 November 2008. On 5 December 2010, it was announced that Eddi ...
(
Steve Huison
Steve Huison (born 2 December 1962) is a British actor who is mostly seen on television and occasionally in films. He is best known as “Lomper” in the film ''The Full Monty'' (1997) and for his role as Eddie Windass in ''Coronation Street'' ...
) and the uncle of
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (Deb ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting a ...
). He made his first appearance on 14 November 2008.
Graeme Proctor
Graeme Proctor is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Craig Gazey, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 18 April 2008.
The character is also noted for his e ...
(
Craig Gazey
Craig Gazey (born 24 February 1982) is a British stage and television actor, best known for his portrayal of Graeme Proctor in the ITV (TV network), ITV soap ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
Gazey attended Our Lady's Roman Catholic High Schoo ...
) warns friend
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd) not to mess with Len and the family as it will lead to trouble after David has been back to the family's house to demand payment for their new kitchen.
Len and Gary menace
Joe McIntyre (
Reece Dinsdale
Reece Dinsdale (born 6 August 1959) is an English actor and director of stage, film and television. He is a Huddersfield Town fan. In 2017 he became a patron of the Square Chapel, an arts centre in Halifax. He is also an honorary patron of The ...
) out of his tools in retaliation to David's threat against Len's brother, Eddie and his partner
Anna
Anna may refer to:
People Surname and given name
* Anna (name)
Mononym
* Anna the Prophetess, in the Gospel of Luke
* Anna (wife of Artabasdos) (fl. 715–773)
* Anna (daughter of Boris I) (9th–10th century)
* Anna (Anisia) (fl. 1218 to 1221)
...
(
Debbie Rush
Debbie Rush (born 29 March 1966) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Anna Windass in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2018.
Career Early career
After training at the Manchester School of Acting when sh ...
), in order to recover some money they owe. Len helps the family settle into Number 6 and reappears a month later when Gary asks him to get hold of some copper piping, which they steal from
Bill Webster
Bill Webster is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', played by Peter Armitage. The character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 6 February 1984 and remained in the show until 1985 when ...
's (
Peter Armitage Peter Armitage may refer to:
* Peter Armitage (statistician) (born 1924), British statistician
* Peter Armitage (actor)
Peter James Armitage (23 October 1939 – 30 November 2018) was an English television and stage actor best known for his r ...
) building yard.
In February 2009, Len is furious when he hears that Gary is being brought to court for starting a violent fight with David. He threatens David's girlfriend
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Michelle Keegan, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode that was shown 7 January 2008. The character was central to man ...
(
Michelle Keegan
Michelle Elizabeth Keegan (born 3 June 1987) is an English actress, known for her roles as Tina McIntyre in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Sergeant Georgie Lane in the BBC drama series ''Our Girl''. Keegan also starred as Tracy S ...
), warning her not to testify at the trial. He also begins taunting Tina's father Joe, whom he later tries to bribe by offering him a lucrative offer to fit kitchens in a new development on the condition that he will persuade Tina not to testify.
In June 2009, Len gives Gary an alibi when he robs
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
' (
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), ''The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, ''Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), a ...
) house and provokes
Ted Page (
Michael Byrne) to have a
heart attack
A myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to the coronary artery of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle. The most common symptom is chest pain or discomfort which may tr ...
. However, Gary tells his parents the truth and Eddie tells Len that he is no longer welcomed in their home.
Several months later, Len reappears when Joe is thrown off a building job for not being up to it. He then makes a further appearance back on the Street on 14 August 2009, when he, Eddie and Anna deliver a cake to
Steve (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has rece ...
) and
Becky McDonald
Rebecca McDonald (also Granger) is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Katherine Kelly. Becky was created by producer Tony Wood, and made her debut in the episode airing on 5 February 2006. Kelly wa ...
's (
Katherine Kelly) wedding reception at The Rovers. Len has not appeared since.
Len was mentioned in mid-2010, when Eddie arranged to take the order of a load of cigarettes for Len, who was said to be on holiday at the time. Gary also briefly stayed at Len's empty house when he was
AWOL
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from the army.
In April 2011, Eddie receives a phonecall from Len, offering Eddie a job with him in Germany, much to Anna's annoyance. After Eddie and Anna split up, Eddie leaves Weatherfield and goes to Germany to join Len.
In 2015 Gary went to stay with Eddie in Hamburg after splitting up with Ayla Nazir, but Len was not mentioned or referred to, so as of 2019 it is unknown what Len's status is.
Minnie Chandra
Minnie Chandra, played by
Poppy Jhakra Poppy Jhakra (born 1984) is an English actress from West Yorkshire. She is best known for her roles in '' Waterloo Road'' and '' Coronation Street''.
Jhakra has appeared in '' Holby City'', '' Waking the Dead'' and '' Doctors''. She graduated from ...
, first appears on 17 November 2008. Jhakra was added to the soap's cast in a bid to better reflect Manchester's ethnic diversity. She is a college friend of
Amber Kalirai
Amber Kalirai is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Nikki Patel, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 9 November 2005. In May 2011 it was announced that Patel ...
and becomes an employee at Prima Doner on Victoria Street. In December 2008, she meets
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
(
Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Walk ...
), whilst he is fixing her car at the garage. They begin to flirt and Tyrone sells her knock-off perfume.
Molly Compton
Molly Dobbs (also Compton) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Vicky Binns, she debuted on 5 September 2005. Introduced as the daughter of a local baker, she is the love interest and l ...
(
Vicky Binns
Victoria Jane Binns (born 27 August 1982) is an English actress, known for her two roles in the two veteran ITV soap operas ''Emmerdale'' and ''Coronation Street'' respectively. She had a lead role in ''Von Trapped'' opposite Caroline Quentin a ...
), Tyrone's girlfriend looks on as Tyrone and Minnie go for a test drive, leading her to suspect Tyrone is having an affair.
Minnie reappears in late January 2009.
Amber Kalirai
Amber Kalirai is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Nikki Patel, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 9 November 2005. In May 2011 it was announced that Patel ...
(
Nikki Patel
Nikki Patel (born 5 July 1990) is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Amber Kalirai in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' from 2005 to 2009, then again from 2011 to 2012.
Career
Patel joined the cast of '' Coron ...
) has taken on work at her father
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
's (
Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
) kebab shop, Prima Doner, as well as holding down her job at the corner shop, so she can use the wages Dev would be paying her for driving lessons. Dev brings her to the store, where her job has been taken over by Minnie. Knowing Amber's plan had been foiled, Dev swaps their jobs again, sending Minnie to work at Prima Doner.
In June 2009, Minnie becomes friends with
Rosie Webster
Rosie Webster is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 24 December 1990. She was played by Emma Collinge from 1990 until 27 December 1999. Helen Flana ...
(
Helen Flanagan
Helen Flanagan (born 7 August 1990) is an English actress. She is best known for playing the role of Rosie Webster in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2000 to 2012; she reprised the role in 2017, before going on maternity leave o ...
) after she almost runs her down, and calls her a "
trollop". Rosie decides to tell her first about the £150,000 windfall that she has received from
John Stape
John Stape is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by actor Graeme Hawley. He made his first on-screen appearance during the episode airing on 6 May 2007. The character departed on 3 June 2011 after four y ...
(
Graeme Hawley
Graeme Hawley (born 28 November 1975) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as John Stape in the British soap ''Coronation Street''. Career
Hawley graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 1996 with a degree in Drama, be ...
). The pair then go on a major shopping spree and celebrate later in the Rovers with champagne.
In June 2009,
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (Deb ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting a ...
) tries to explain to Minnie's co-worker
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Michelle Keegan, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode that was shown 7 January 2008. The character was central to man ...
(
Michelle Keegan
Michelle Elizabeth Keegan (born 3 June 1987) is an English actress, known for her roles as Tina McIntyre in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Sergeant Georgie Lane in the BBC drama series ''Our Girl''. Keegan also starred as Tracy S ...
) his side of story of the burglary of
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
' (
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), ''The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, ''Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), a ...
) home, which he was involved in, but Tina refuses to listen.
Jason Grimshaw
Jason Grimshaw is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Ryan Thomas, the character first appeared on screen on 25 December 2000. It was announced in October 2015 that Thomas had quit the role ...
(
Ryan Thomas
Ryan may refer to:
People and fictional characters
*Ryan (given name), a given name (including a list of people with the name)
*Ryan (surname), a surname (including a list of people with the name)
Places Australia
* Division of Ryan, an elector ...
) then tries to intervene but Gary leaves; Minnie praises Jason for his bravery and asks him out for a drink, to which Jason hesitantly accepts, although he is clearly interested in Tina. Jason gets really drunk when with Minnie and embarrasses himself in front of her. Minnie lets him hug and kiss her neck, but will make clear things will not go any further and leaves the pub.
Minnie is last seen on-screen on 26 October 2009 when she gets Tyrone to fix her car at the garage, she flirts with him but he tells her to clear off. Minnie has not appeared since.
Mary Taylor
Pat Gordon
Patrick "Pat" Gordon was the brother of
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
(
Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
). Pat was first mentioned on 3 October 2008 when Tony asked
Liam Connor
Liam Connor is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Rob James-Collier from 2006 to 2008.
Storylines
Liam first appeared on ''Coronation Street'' in August 2006 when he and nephew Ryan ( Ben Th ...
(
Rob James-Collier
Robert James-Collier (born 23 September 1976) (known professionally as Rob James-Collier) is a British actor. He is known for his roles as Thomas Barrow in ''Downton Abbey'' and as Liam Connor in ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
James-Coll ...
) to be his best man after claiming that he had fallen out with his brother. However, when Liam was murdered by Tony after he hired
Jimmy Dockerson
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' in 2008, by order of first appearance.
Tina McIntyre
Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, made her first appearance on 7 January 2008, T ...
(
Robert Beck) to run him over in a deliberate hit-and-run, Tony's fiancee
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
) then invited Pat for their wedding. He served as best man to Tony on the day on 3 December 2008. Pat and Tony were on friendly terms, but did not seem overly close, as Pat mentioned to Maria. Pat also tried to tell several wedding guests that he had originally dated Tony's first wife,
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* Lindsey Lake, Nova Scotia
England
* Parts of Lindsey, one of the historic Parts of Lincolnshire and an administrative county from 1889 to 1974
** East Lindsey, an administrative district in Lincolnshire, a ...
(
Susie Amy) but Tony quietened him down. Pat left the day after Tony's wedding, after unwittingly telling Maria that Tony had lied about his reasons for not being at the first wedding, and that Tony would have killed Liam if he'd found out Liam had had an affair with Carla.
Despite his brother being arrested for Liam's murder, and later breaking out of prison and causing a siege at a factory which resulted in his death, Pat never returned to the street. When wreaths arrived at the factory, presumed to be for Tony, Liam's sister
Michelle (
Kym Marsh
Kimberley Gail Ratcliff (''née'' Marsh, previously Ryder and Lomas; born 13 June 1976) is an English actress, television presenter and singer. In 2001, she won a place in the band Hear'Say as a result of appearing on the reality television ser ...
) thought Pat had sent them but Maria said it was unlikely as Pat disowned Tony after discovering he had killed Liam.
Colin Grimshaw
Colin Grimshaw was the father of
Eileen Grimshaw
Eileen Grimshaw (also Phelan) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Sue Cleaver, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 May 2000. Her storylines have often i ...
(
Sue Cleaver
Susan Owen ( Cleaver; born 2 September 1963) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Eileen Grimshaw on the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', which she has played since 2000.
Early and personal life
Cleaver was ...
), the grandfather of
Jason Grimshaw
Jason Grimshaw is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Ryan Thomas, the character first appeared on screen on 25 December 2000. It was announced in October 2015 that Thomas had quit the role ...
and
Todd Grimshaw
Todd Grimshaw is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', formerly played by Bruno Langley from 2001 to 2017, and now played by Gareth Pierce. The character's debut was broadcast on 14 January 2001. He was introd ...
, and has seven other children with his former wife. He was played by
Edward de Souza
Edward James de Souza (born 4 September 1932) is a British character actor and graduate of RADA, who is of Portuguese-Indian and English descent.
Early life
De Souza was the only child of Annie Adeline Swift (née Calvert) and Edward Valentine De ...
and made his first appearance on 12 December 2008. He was first seen being served by
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne) at the bookies. As he was placing a bet, Eileen phoned him, but he lied and said he was on the bus to Weatherfield; as he was known for his betting and drinking. He stopped at the Rovers and was attracted to
Rita Sullivan
Rita Tanner (also Littlewood, Bates, Fairclough and Sullivan) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by veteran actress Barbara Knox, the character first appeared onscreen as "Rita Littlewood ...
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Barbara Knox
Barbara Knox, MBE (''née'' Brothwood, formerly Mullaney; born 30 September 1933) is an English actress, best known for her long-running portrayal of Rita Tanner in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She first appeared as Rita Littlewoo ...
). He spoke to Eileen, again lying to her about his whereabouts, but she recognised the pub owner's voice in the background. She marched across the street and handed him his cold dinner, pouring the entire salt canister on top for good measure. Colin followed her home and gave her some flowers
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
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Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Walk ...
) had thrown away (Colin lied to her that he'd paid for them at great expense). Eileen forgave him. Colin continued to give short strift to his daughter, lying to her on Christmas Day so he could spend the day with Rita. When Rita found out what he'd done, she apologised to Eileen, but Eileen told her it was to be expected.
On 27 April 2009, Colin celebrated his seventieth birthday with his partner Rita, Eileen, his grandson
Jason
Jason ( ; ) was an ancient Greek mythological hero and leader of the Argonauts, whose quest for the Golden Fleece featured in Greek literature. He was the son of Aeson, the rightful king of Iolcos. He was married to the sorceress Medea. He w ...
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Ryan Thomas
Ryan may refer to:
People and fictional characters
*Ryan (given name), a given name (including a list of people with the name)
*Ryan (surname), a surname (including a list of people with the name)
Places Australia
* Division of Ryan, an elector ...
) along with many other friends at a party in the Rovers, organised by Rita. During the celebrations, Colin proposed to Rita and she gladly accepted. However, the party was interrupted by the arrival of Eileen's childhood friend
Paula Carp (
Sharon Duce
Sharon Duce (born 17 January 1950) is a British actress.
Born in Sheffield, she trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art then became a stage actress at the Sheffield Repertory Theatre, the York Theatre Royal, and the Theatre in th ...
) who had recently heard that her daughter
Julie
Julie may refer to:
* Julie (given name), a list of people and fictional characters with the name
Film and television
* ''Julie'' (1956 film), an American film noir starring Doris Day
* ''Julie'' (1975 film), a Hindi film by K. S. Sethumadhava ...
(
Katy Cavanagh
Kathryn Sarah Collins Jupe (born 12 December 1973), known professionally as Katy Cavanagh, is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Julie Carp in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' from 2008 to 2015. She also had reg ...
) had slept with Jason. Paula and Julie got into an argument, with Paula urging her to stop seeing Jason. Paula then dropped the bombshell that Julie and Jason were related. When Colin tried to get her to leave the pub, Paula turned on him and revealed the shocking truth that he was Julie's father, having got her mother pregnant when she was just fourteen and he was 38. This meant that Julie and Jason were aunt and nephew, while Eileen was Julie's half-sister.
On 1 May, Colin suffered a
stroke
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while visiting Eileen, and she refused to go with him to the hospital. On 11 May, Colin discharged himself from hospital, and Jason and Julie looked after him at Eileen's. She vowed never to speak to her father again and did not want him in the house but relented due to his frail state. The police arrived to question him over historic accusations of child abuse after Paula reported him to the police, but he collapsed and died instantly from a
heart attack
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whilst in Eileen's living room.
Jesse Chadwick
Jesse Chadwick was played by comedian and actor
John Thomson.
It was announced on 2 September 2008 that John Thomson would be joining the cast of ''Coronation Street'' as children's entertainer Jesse, filming three episodes with producers hoping for a permanent return in 2009. A spokesman said: 'We are delighted that John is joining the show. John is a fantastic comedy actor and is perfect for the part of Jesse'. It was reported on 16 February 2010, on ''Digital Spy'', that Thomson would be leaving his ''Coronation Street'' role following two stints on the show later in the year. His final appearance came the following month.
Steve McDonald books Jesse, a children's entertainer, in character as General Custard, for his daughter Amy's Christmas party but he turns up saying that his wife has left him and he can not go through with it. Steve persuades his friend and colleague Eileen to step in and play Hia-Lowa, General Custard's sidekick and Jesse agrees to go ahead with the party. Amy's Christmas party takes place. Eileen and Jesse do a great job. Jesse leaves the street but returns in the summer of 2009 when Eileen drags Amy to see General Custard at the Community Centre. Although initially awkward, Eileen and Jesse swap mobile numbers. Jesse turns up in the Rovers Return pub looking for Eileen. She's thrilled to see him and introduces him to her son Jason and her lodger Sean. Jesse begins a relationship with Eileen. However, Eileen is at first put off by Jesse's strict mother. Jesse soon moves in with Eileen, bringing his parrot, John with him.
In late 2009, Jesse auditions for a new sidekick for his act, eventually hiring Julie Carp (Katy Cavanagh), Eileen's half-sister, although Eileen forbids it when she realises that Jesse is attracted to Julie. Jesse and Julie continue with the act in secret. Eileen eventually becomes suspicious and asks Eddie Windass (Steve Huison) to watch Jesse for her. Eddie soon sees Julie getting into Jesse's van and informs Eileen, who forces Jesse to sack Julie as his assistant, which Jesse reluctantly does.
On Christmas Eve 2009, Jesse takes part in The Rovers Return panto, playing the role of one of the Ugly Sisters along with Sean Tully (Antony Cotton). In February 2010, Jesse has a big win on the horses and Eileen is sure that he will take her on holiday. However, when Jesse announces that he is using the money to take his parents to Egypt, Eileen dumps him and Jesse leaves the house. He returns to the Street the following month begging for Eileen's forgiveness and tries to get Julie to put in a good word for him. Julie is stunned when he later makes a pass at her. Julie informs Eileen of Jesse's actions and the two sisters chase Jesse out of the Street after humiliating him in The Rovers. He is never seen again.
Poppy Morales
Poppy Morales, played by
Sophiya Haque
Sophiya Haque (14 June 1971 – 17 January 2013) was an English actress, singer, video jockey and dancer. She is best known for playing the role of Poppy Morales in ''Coronation Street'' between 2008 and 2009.
Early life
Haque was born Syeda S ...
, appears on 17 December 2008. She arrives at
The Rovers Return Inn with friend
Liz McDonald
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Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in ''Two Pints ...
), whom she has met in a Brazilian Crunch exercise class. Poppy catches Liz's attention as she is a well-known barmaid.
She is the 51st Rovers barmaid, she is offered 'Assistant Manager' which she accepts, following
Michelle Connor
Michelle Connor (also McDonald) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by former Hear'Say singer, Kym Marsh. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 3 April 2006. ...
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Kym Marsh
Kimberley Gail Ratcliff (''née'' Marsh, previously Ryder and Lomas; born 13 June 1976) is an English actress, television presenter and singer. In 2001, she won a place in the band Hear'Say as a result of appearing on the reality television ser ...
) hinting at not wanting extra shifts. Poppy also offers to take on
Betty Williams
Elizabeth Williams ( Smyth; 22 May 1943 – 17 March 2020) was a peace activist from Northern Ireland. She was a co-recipient with Mairead Corrigan of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976 for her work as a cofounder of Community of Peace People, a ...
' (
Betty Driver
Elizabeth Mary Driver, (20 May 1920 – 15 October 2011) was a British actress and singer, best known for her role as Betty Williams in the long-running ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', a role she played for 42 years from 1969 to 2011, a ...
) shifts while she visits her son
Gordon Clegg
Jenny Sutton
Jennifer Louise "Jenny" Tanner (née Sutton) was the first wife of Dennis Tanner.
Jenny was raised in a family of nine at a fourth-floor flat near Battersea Power Station. In 1968, the attractive young blonde arrived in Weather ...
(
Bill Kenwright
William Kenwright, CBE (born 4 September 1945) is an English West End theatre producer and film producer. He has also been the chairman of Everton Football Club since 2004.
Kenwright was born in Liverpool and attended Booker Avenue County Prima ...
) and his family in
Wimbledon
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* Wimbledon, London, a district of southwest London
* Wimbledon Championships, the oldest tennis tournament in the world and one of the four Grand Slam championships
Wimbledon may also refer to:
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* ...
over the Christmas period. At Christmas when
Tony Gordon
Tony Gordon is a Character (arts), fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British ITV (TV network), ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by actor Gray O'Brien. The character first appeared on-screen on 16 Sep ...
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Gray O'Brien
Gray O'Brien (born Gerard O'Brien, 11 August 1968) is a Scottish television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of the villainous Weatherfield businessman Tony Gordon in the popular ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2007–2010 ...
) and
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced as ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Cor ...
) are kissing in The Rovers, Poppy jokingly grabbed
Lloyd Mullaney
Lloyd Mullaney is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Craig Charles. He made his first on screen appearance on 20 June 2005. The character departed on 23 July 2006, while Charles was suspended f ...
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Craig Charles
Craig Joseph Charles (born 11 July 1964) is an English actor, comedian, television and radio presenter. He is best known for his roles as Dave Lister in the science fiction sitcom ''Red Dwarf'' and Lloyd Mullaney in the soap opera ''Coronation ...
) to show what a "real kiss" was like, unknowingly annoying Liz, who has feelings for Lloyd.
In March 2009, Poppy is disgusted when she witnesses
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and fat ...
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Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in th ...
) leaving The Rovers with
Lisa Dalton Lisa or LISA may refer to:
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People with the mononym
* Lisa Lisa (born 1967), American actress and lead singer of the Cult Jam
* Lisa (Japanese musician, born 1974), stylized "LISA", Japanese singer and producer
* Lisa Komine (born 1978), ...
(Ruth Alexander Rubin), as it is clear that they are going to sleep together. She is stunned the following day when Dev comes into the pub with his girlfriend
Tara (
Ayesha Dharker
Ayesha Dharker (born 16 March 1978) is a British actress, known for her appearance as Queen Jamillia, the Queen of Naboo, in '' Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones,'' and for her stage performances.
Her other film roles include s ...
) who is oblivious to his infidelity. In order not to see her friend get hurt, Poppy tells Tara about Dev and Lisa's night of passion. Poppy is given the sack from The Rovers in June 2009, after she fires long-serving Betty. Betty complains to Steve and he tries to get Poppy to reconsider. Poppy then verbally attacks Steve and his girlfriend
Becky Granger
Rebecca McDonald (also Granger) is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Katherine Kelly (actress), Katherine Kelly. Becky was created by producer Tony Wood (producer), Tony Wood, and made her debut in ...
(
Katherine Kelly) which leads to Becky dragging her out of The Rovers by her hair. Poppy was never seen again.
Actress Haque died on 17 January 2013, after developing
pneumonia
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as a result of
cancer
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.
Mike Scott
Michael "Mike" Scott, played by Anthony Bessick, first appeared on 29 December 2008, when
Janice Battersby
Janice Battersby (also Lee) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Vicky Entwistle, the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 6 January 1997.
On 2 August 2010, i ...
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Vicky Entwistle
Victoria Entwistle (born 15 September 1968) is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Janice Battersby in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
Entwistle grew up in Accrington; her father owned a newsagent ...
) was forced to do
community service
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at the local hospital. One day she went for a smoke break and met Mike. He told her he was in for a chest infection, downgraded from pneumonia. She told him about her community service, and they laughed over their shared misfortune. Janice then went back to work, but that night her friends told her she'd been beaming the whole time she'd been out with them, which suggested that she still had Mike on her mind.
He reappeared on 30 January 2009, when Janice met up with him again, they chatted together, though Mike keeled over and collapsed. When Janice tried to get help, Mike asked her to stay with him. Janice screamed for help, with other people in the car park alerting doctors at the hospital. Some time after he was taken inside, a nurse told Janice that Mike had died. The doctors said that he had a clot on his lung. Janice learned Mike had been much more ill than he'd let on to her, and had just had major surgery some days prior to his death. She later learned he had a wife when she received flowers and a card, and
Emily Bishop
Emily Bishop (also Nugent and Swain; originally credited as Miss Nugent) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Eileen Derbyshire, the character is the longest-standing female character in t ...
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Eileen Derbyshire
Eileen Derbyshire, MBE (born 6 October 1931) is an English retired actress, best known for her role as Emily Bishop in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She played the character for 55 years from January 1961 to January 2016 ...
) told her how grateful his wife had been that someone was with him after his collapse. Mike's death shook Janice deeply and she considered becoming a nurse.
Anthony Bessick made two appearances in character on ''
Harry Hill's TV Burp
''Harry Hill's TV Burp'' (also known as just ''TV Burp'') is a British television comedy programme broadcast between 2001 and 2012 on ITV. The show was produced by Avalon Television and was written and hosted by comedian Harry Hill. Each epis ...
'', lampooning the way his character died on screen.
Others
References
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2008
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*, Coronation Street
Coronation Street
''Coronation Street'' is an English soap opera created by Granada Television and shown on ITV since 9 December 1960. The programme centres around a cobbled, terraced street in Weatherfield, a fictional town based on inner-city Salford.
Origi ...