Coronation Street star Bill Roache facing bankruptcy despite earning £250,000-a-year as Ken Barlow

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

Coronation Street legend Angela Griffin has shared a surprising fact about her career. Angela, 47, landed the role of hairdresser Fiona Middleton on the hit ITV soap over 30 years ago and went on to star in the likes of Holby City, Cutting It, Down to Earth and Harlots. Recently she returned to BBC's Waterloo Road as headteacher Kim Campbell.

Bill Roache has played Ken Barlow on Coronation Street since 1960 and reportedly earns more than £250,000 per year from his role, making him one of the highest paid stars on the show.The 91 year old also thought to be the highest-paid member of the cast. From his bankruptcy battle to his co-star sons, let's take a look at the veteran actor's life off screen... Corrie star sons Bill's real-life sons have also acted alongside him on the soap, adding a personal touch to his career.

Bill Roache has been spotted out in a brand new car, despite reports claiming the Coronation Street legend is facing bankruptcy for the second time. The 91 year old actor, who has played Ken Barlow on the ITV soap since 1960, was photographed while out in his new motor, worth up to £72,000, in Cheshire.

Victoria Ekanoye has shared some happy health news after she was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago. The former Coronation Street star, who had appeared on the soap as Angie Appleton, previously underwent a double mastectomy after she was diagnosed with breast cancer and DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma in Situ). Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Victoria has excitedly shared that she is now cancer-free.

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank has shared a snap of himself sporting a black eye as he jokingly shared a 'life lesson' with his fans. The actor took to social media as he headed from Manchester to London to attend the Broadcast Awards.

This is the stunning farm shop praised by a Coronation Street star for its "incredible quality and value". Albion Farm Shop in Delph, Oldham, offers panoramic views across Saddleworth and beyond and inside boasts an array of fresh local produce.

Coronation Street favourite Bill Roache reportedly has "no choice" but to continue to work on the ITV soap, despite being 91 years old, following claims he's facing bankruptcy. Actor Bill has portrayed Ken Barlow on Corrie since the soap began airing in 1960, making him the longest-serving soap star in the world. He reportedly takes home £250,000 per year for his role, making him one of the highest paid actors on Coronation Street.

Coronation Street bosses have thrown their support behind longest-serving Weatherfield legend Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow on the ITV soap. Bill, now 91, was reportedly forced to file "for bankruptcy" due to his financial situation. The reports come as a result of a petition he has now had launched against him by HMRC.

Coronation Street star Bill Roache is reportedly facing bankruptcy, despite his £250,000 a year paycheque. Bill, 91, has appeared on the popular ITV soap as Ken Barlow since 1960, and is said to be the highest-paid member of the cast.

Bill Roache is facing bankruptcy despite earning £250,000 a year acting as Ken Barlow on ITV's Coronation Street.

Lucy Fallon has jokingly 'confirmed' the possibility of a new romance for Bethany Platt in Coronation Street. The actress recently returned to the cobbles as she reprised her role as the daughter of Sarah Barlow and granddaughter of Platt matriarch Gail Platt.

Coronation Street fans have been left concerned for Simon Barlow as they think they have worked out that history will repeat itself. The character hasn't quite been himself since his dad Peter Barlow left on Boxing Day without saying goodbye to his son.

Coronation Street star Matt Milburn, who plays the role of Tommy Orpington, will be caught up in an affair storyline with Tracy Barlow (played by Kate Ford), just a month after his return to the cobbles. The news of his upcoming storyline was confirmed by the actor himself who returned to the hit ITV soap on Christmas Day, reports Birmingham Live. Speaking of the storyline, Matt told Digital Spy: "I was made-up.

Coronation Street's talented twin actors, Liam and Connor Mccheyne, who play Dylan Wilson on the show, have been showered with lots of love and support on their recent personal milestone. Liam, who returned as Dylan full-time in July 2022 after sharing the role with his brother from 2011 - 2012, is at the centre of some interesting plots as his character deals with school bully Mason. While Liam returned to acting, his brother Connor has decided to swap acting for a career in cricket and often shares glimpses into his cricketing career on his Instagram page.

Emmerdale viewers were left puzzled by a Coronation Street newcomer on Tuesday night's episode, which saw Ella Forster's growing friendship with Mandy Dingle continue. Ella is portrayed by Paula Lane, who soap fans will remember as Kylie Platt from Coronation Street. Paula was a major player on the Cobbles from 2010 to 2016 until her character was tragically killed off in the street by Clayton Gibbs - Shona Ramsey's son.

Christine McGuinness has jokingly shared her 'hope' as her secret project with a Coronation Street star has been unveiled. The media personality and autism campaigner teased filming with the ITV soap's Colson Smith last year.

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

Boyzone's Keith Duffy and his wife Lisa Smith are calling it quits after 25 years of marriage, a new source has claimed. The singer, 49, is said to have moved out of their £1.15million Dublin home just before Christmas, with The Mirror reporting that the couple have since stopped following each other on social media too. The split has reportedly left Keith feeling heartbroken, as the source revealed: "It has come as a shock to everyone.

Millie Gibson is set to be replaced as Doctor Who's companion in future series of the BBC sci-fi show.The former Coronation Street star Millie appeared in her first episode alongside Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor in the Christmas Special last month. However it has now been revealed that Millie will be replaced as the Doctor's sidekick by actress Varada Seethu in Ncuti's second series in the leading role.The decision by showrunner Russell T Davies to write out Millie, who plays orphan Ruby Sunday, was made last year after filming on her first run ended.