The legend of Coronation Street, Bill Roache, is set to make television history yet again as he signs on for a 64th year in the iconic role of Ken Barlow. At 91, Roache holds the world record as the longest-serving TV actor in a continuous role, and his dedication to the cobbles is very evident.
Recently, the soap legend expressed his ambition to continue working on Coronation Street until he reaches 100. Additionally, sources hint at significant plans in the New Year for the Barlow family. One thing is for sure: No matter what happens, Roache will continue to keep the fans hooked!
Coronation Street: A Century For Ken Barlow Star?
The soap industry is usually parallelised by the word ‘change.’ It is a space where actors often begin and end diverse roles. But Coronation Street’s Bill Roache has defied all these norms, signing on for his 64th year as Ken Barlow. Roache’s commitment to Ken Barlow portrays a rare dedication. With playing a character for almost his entire life, Bill’s journey is an example of loyalty and longevity. At 91, Roache holds the world record as the longest-serving TV actor in a continuous role since Coronation Street started in 1960.
At the same time, Bill still has some thrilling plans for the future. He reveals that his plan is to continue working on Corrie till the age of 100. He added, “People will say, ‘When are you retiring?’. But then what happens? Whilst I can do it, and whilst they will have me, I have no intention of retiring.” The Ken Barlow actor considers himself fortunate to work for an organisation that is happy to have him. He declares that it has never changed for him, it’s just the same as ever. The Coronation Street actor concluded his words with a message, “If you enjoy doing something, keep doing it.”
Additionally, a Coronation Street insider spilled the beans about the upcoming storyline. The source stated, “There are big plans for the Barlows over the next 12 months.” With Peter Barlow’s recent emotional exit, what more drama does Coronation Street have for Barlows? Only time will tell! For more such Coronation Street updates, stay tuned to the TV Season & Spoilers!