Claire Sweeney Latest Celebrity News & Gossip

Evelyn (Maureen Lipman) and Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) return to Weatherfield under the radar in the latest Coronation Street spoilers.The pair begin moving into a flat above the precinct. Evelyn’s determined not to leave Cassie alone, but she has other ideas and convinces Evelyn to let her go outside. Evelyn fears the worst when she realises that ex-addict Cassie has stolen money from her purse before she left.

Coronation Street star Sally Carman-Duttine has jokingly clapped back at one of the responses to her sweet family snap. The actress took to Instagram with a photo of herself and two pet pooches.

Coronation Street star Channique Sterling-Brown appears to be being rivalled as the soap's 'Weatherfield Barbie' after the cast headed out for their recent summer bash.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney, who plays Cassandra "Cassie" Plummer in the ITV soap, has revealed when her character will be returning to the small screen alongside estranged mother Evelyn Plummer as fans had been wondering if they would come back.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien looked sensational as she headed out to party with her soap pals. The actress, who plays Sarah Barlow, escaped her character's current baby drama to let her hair down at the ITV soap's summer party.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Coronation Street star Sally Carman proudly displayed the huge tattoo on her arm as she joined co-stars for the soap’s summer party. The 42 year old actress, who plays Abi Franklin in the popular ITV show, flaunted the impressive design of flowers, birds and leaves on her forearm at the event at the Ivy Restaurant in Manchester this week. Sally, who is also known for playing Kelly Maguire in Channel 4 comedy Shameless, has given fans glimpses of the sleeve tattoo on social media before but it is rare for her to show it off publicly.

Coronation Street's newest star Claire Sweeney couldn't have looked more different to how she looked during her on-screen debut earlier this week as she stepped out for a charity bash.

Coronation Street star Sally Carman-Duttine has sent a three-word message to her new co-star after fans claim to have spotted her character's 'clone' on the cobbles. The actress plays Abi Webster in the ITV soap and was among those welcoming Claire Sweeney to the cast.

Coronation Street fans have demanded that Dame Maureen Lipman's wages are raised after her latest stellar performance in the ITV soap as Evelyn Plummer. The usually no-nonsense character was seen breaking into tears during the latest trip to Weatherfield as she was confronted by her daughter, Cassandra.

Coronation Street fans are being introduced to Cassandra Plummer for the first time and white fans don't know the character yet, they'll certainly know the famous face playing her.

Claire Sweeney is set to reclaim her crown as a soap queen tonight (Wednesday) with her first scenes in Coronation Street - and her character is already ruffling feathers on the cobbles. Actress Claire found fame as Brookside's Lindsey Corkhill, but is about to resume life in soap land more than 20 years on as an explosive new character in the ITV soap.

Claire Sweeney is having the time of her life - just as the perimenopause strikes.The actress, 52, is thrilled to have landed the role of Cassandra Plummer on Coronation Street and is happy at home with her son Jaxon, eight. Starting the perimenopause - the time just before the menopause - means that Claire has mild symptoms including anxiety. However, her doctor is helping her keep things under control - and she’s yet to have a hot flush.

She shot to fame playing Brookside’s Lindsey Corkhill in the 90s, then became a TV presenter, a pop star, a radio DJ, an M&S model and even a West End star. But Claire Sweeney’s new role in Coronation Street as Tyrone Dobbs’ long lost mum Cassandra is Claire’s favourite role to date. Claire’s character Cassandra doesn’t make her debut until Wednesday (28 June), but Claire already thinks she’s done the best work of her career.

Landing a role on Coronation Street was a dream come true for Claire Sweeney - but she’s still looking for love.The actress - who appears on screen as Tyrone Dobbs’ addict mum Cassandra Plummer on Wednesday June 28th - has tried dating apps including A-list matching system Raya. Currently Claire’s single – she split from Jaxon’s dad in 2015 – but she’s feeling fulfilled by her family, friends and career. “I’m open to dating but at the moment I’m so busy with Jaxon and Corrie and everything else,” smiles Claire.

Claire Sweeney was over the moon to win a dream part on her favourite TV soap Coronation Street on her birthday - and then she got a gift of a scene with Dame Maureen Lipman. Claire is playing Cassandra Plummer, the long-lost mother of Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) and the estranged daughter of Evelyn Plummer (Dame Maureen Lipman) and has been a fan of the soap her whole life. She makes her debut on Wednesday 28th June.

Coronation Street is set for dramatic scenes next week as Claire Sweeney makes her first appearance as Tyrone Dobbs' long-lost mum and Evelyn Plummer's estranged daughter Cassandra. In upcoming scenes, as Evelyn grumbles to Tyrone about Roy Cropper spending time with Yasmeen Metcalfe, Cassie watches unbeknown to them. Following Tyrone’s advice, Evelyn invites Yasmeen and Roy to join her later at the bistro.

Claire Sweeney has admitted her 'Coronation Street' character will "cause some trouble". The former 'Brookside' actress is heading back to the world of soaps as long-lost mother of established character Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall), and she's given fans a hint of what to expect when Cassie arrives on the cobbles. She told press including RadioTimes.

Claire Sweeney is making her first appearance on Coronation Street.The 52 year old Brookside actor is hitting the cobbles as Tyrone Dobbs' long-lost mum Cassandra. In the first-look images of the new Coronation Street character, who has a heroin addiction, Claire looks completely different.

Claire Sweeney has jokingly shared what has been the most ‘traumatic’ part of her new job after landing a role on Coronation Street. It was announced back in April that the Brookside legend will make her way onto the cobbles as Cassie Plummer.

EastEnders legend Charlie Brooks has spoken of her delight after landing a dream role in a ‘wild’ West End show.The 42 year old actress, best known for playing the dastardly Janine Butcher in the hit BBC soap, has revealed she is set to star in a production of The Ocean at the End of the Lane - a theatre adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s fantasy novel. Charlie made a dramatic exit from EastEnders over Christmas after her character Janine was thrown in jail for perverting the course of justice after it emerged she had framed love rival Linda (played by Kellie Bright) for a near-fatal car crash so she could win the heart of Mick Carter (played by Danny Dyer).The actress has played Janine off and on since 1999 - but after her latest departure from Albert Square six months ago, she has now announced her new exciting role.

Eurovision mania is in full swing as the official start of Eurovision week kicks off. Last year's winner, Ukraine, unfortunately couldn't handle the hosting duties due to the ongoing war. However, the United Kingdom stepped up to the plate and will host the contest in Liverpool Arena this week, which can hold up to 11,000 Eurovision-crazy fans.The home of The Beatles is pulling out all the stops to give the event a Ukrainian flair in their honour.

Claire Sweeney has given some more details about her upcoming Coronation Street stint after it was revealed she had been cast as Tyrone Dobbs' mum. The Brookside legend will make her way into the ITV soap as Cassie.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon looked sensational as she shared a slew of radiant snaps from her recent family holiday.The actress, 40, who plays Maria Connor, took to Instagram to give a glimpse into her Easter getaway, admitting that holidays always "go fast". In one snap, Samia looked radiant as she posed in a black triangle bikini complete with a straw hat and oversized aviator sunglasses.

Claire Sweeney is joining Coronation Street.

Coronation Street has announced the exciting news that Brookside and West End star Claire Sweeney is joining the hit ITV soap. Claire, 52, will be stepping onto the cobbles as the mother of Weatherfield mechanic Tyrone Dobbs - with her scenes airing in late June.

It was once only mentioned in hushed tones, but menopause is now less of a taboo subject, partly thanks to celebrities such as Davina McCall and Andrea McLean speaking candidly about their experiences. Dr Naomi Potter, founder of Menopause Care, tells us: “It’s fantastic to see public figures speaking out.

Rylan Clark had just one word for Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly after another teaser of their prank on the TV and radio star was shared on social media. Rylan will feature on the upcoming episode of the duo's hit ITV show Saturday Night Takeaway after he was tricked by the pair.

Vanessa Feltz shrugged off her heartbreak as she attended a gala screening of upcoming comedy film 80 for Brady.The TV presenter, 61, stunned as she posed for photos at the Ham Yard Hotel alongside her celeb pals Claire Sweeney and Linda Robson. Vanessa appeared in high spirits as she donned a brightly coloured dress that featured both bright florals and a black-and-white zebra print. She paired the dress with some tights and a pair of black ankle boots.

Arriving at the glamorous Together For Short Lives ball, Simon Cowell and his partner Lauren Silverman were determined to make a difference.The doting parents to Eric, nine, are longtime patrons of the charity, which provides vital support to families caring for seriously ill children.The loved-up couple helped organise the OK!-sponsored event that saw celeb pals, including Bruno Tonioli, Christine McGuinness and Peter Andre, raise a magnificent £370,000 over the course of the evening. “Lauren helps pull it all together,” Simon, 63, says proudly of his fiancée, as we catch up after the event. “There’s a lot of logistics involved and she gets involved in all of that and she comes to hospices with me.

Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham will present the BBC’s Eurovision Song Contest coverage later this year.