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A man has been found guilty of brutally punching a taxi driver in an unprovoked, racist attack. In May this year, David Platt, 30, and a woman got into the taxi in Monsall before they asked to be taken to a convenience shop in Harpurhey, Manchester Crown Court heard.

A man accused of punching a taxi driver in a racially motivated attack has told a court it was because he 'saw him masturbating'. David Platt, 30, has admitted wounding, but denied racially aggravated assault.

A man punched a taxi driver in the face as he was driving before hurling racist abuse at him, a trial has heard.

Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) has for a long time been Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls)’ golden boy in Coronation Street. Viewers, however, have begun to see a very different side to Stephen and his shady behaviour ramps up in upcoming episodes. But fear not – David Platt (Jack P.

She played much-loved Coronation Street character Kylie for six years, until the wife of David Platt was dramatically killed-off in harrowing scenes that prompted tears across the nation. After winning hearts as the reformed gobby cage dancer, soap star Paula Lane will be playing a 'Kylie-esque' character in Oldham Coliseum Theatre's stage production of Road, Jim Cartwright’s powerful snapshot of Lancashire life during Thatcher’s England in the 80s.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shephard recently opened up about an 'awful' celebrity encounter he had - and now there's evidence. The actor, who is best known for playing David Platt in the ITV soap, suffered an awkward moment when he attended a festival at Knutsford's Tatton Park.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien has been flooded with compliments from her fans after posting a selfie - but her co-star Jack P Shephard was quick to make fun of her. The actress joined the ITV soap as Sarah Barlow back in 1999 when she was just 16, and after a seven-year break, she returned to the role in 2015.

Jack P Shephard has left his on-screen son 'fuming' after letting slip the secret behind one of Coronation Street's set illusions. The actor is best known for playing David Platt on the ITV soap having joined the cast in 2000 at just 12-years-old.

Julia Goulding is best known to fans and viewers for playing Shona Platt in Coronation Street. She made her debut on the cobbles in 2016 when she bumped into David Platt during a night out, unaware that he was the widower of Kylie Platt, the woman who her son, Clayton, killed.

ITV Coronation Street star Colson Smith has addressed the reason behind his 10st weight loss. His co stars have appeared alongside him on ITV Loose Women. Colson plays Craig Tinker in the soap.

Some of the cast of Coronation Street recently enjoyed a fun-filled night out together, with the group all heading to a bowling alley. Many stars of the hit ITV soap, including Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, Alison King, who portrays Carla Connor and Chris Gascoyne, who plays Peter Barlow, all met up for a few games of bowling before enjoying some well-deserved cocktails.The soap stars all posed for a group picture together and many took to social media to share fun snaps and videos of the night out, with some even showing off their bowling skills online.

Some of Coronation Street's biggest stars enjoyed some down time as they were photographed at a local bowling alley on Tuesday night. The cast of ITV's award-winning soap took a much-needed rest from the Cobbles to get a strike or two, posing for photos to document their trip.

There was some confusion among Coronation Street fans last week when an unexpected arrival came to Audrey Roberts' rescue. The iconic character found herself in trouble when her drinking got a bit out of hand - despite her family's attempts at an intervention.

Things may seem to be going smoothly for Max Turner right now, but it is Coronation Street and things don't look set to be staying calm for much longer. The character, played by Paddy Bever, has been causing trouble on the cobbles ever since making an on-screen comeback back in September.

Next week sees the return of Audrey Roberts' son Stephen Reid to Coronation Street after 15 years as fears about her drinking reach crisis point. Rita Tanner finds Audrey in the Rovers, enjoying her first drink of the day and she suggests it’s time Audrey went back to work.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has ditched the cobbles and headed off on what looks like an incredible UK getaway with his beautiful girlfriend. The actor, famed for playing David Platt in the ITV soap, has shared a few snaps and updates from his luxury trip.

Coronation Street’s Jack P Shepherd took a break from the soap world as he and his girlfriend enjoyed a luxurious trip to Kent. The actor, 34, celebrated his love Hanni Treweek’s 33rd birthday during the trip as the pair camped out in a wigwam that had stunning views.Their luxury accommodation that is reported to cost £1,200 a night overlooked the stunning Kent countryside and came with all of the modcons the pair needed.The star, who plays David Platt on the ITV soap, took his 389,000 Instagram followers with him for the trip that included a spot of lion watching. Their unique accommodation featured underfloor heating, an outside viewing area to watch goats roaming nearby, and access to a golf buggy to explore the Port Lympne Safari Park and Wild Animal Reserve.

Emmerdale fans have made their feelings very clear as they saw Leyla Cavanagh taking drugs for the first time. Viewers of the ITV soap had already figured out the wedding planner was behind the discovery of a substance in the Take A Vow office.

Charley Webb has shared how her youngest son isn't one to play by the rules. The former Emmerdale star took to Instagram to share the sweet way husband Matthew Wolfenden had prepped them for their morning.

Coronation Street fans were quick to point out an issue David Platt is set to face as Jack P Shepherd, the actor who plays him, shared a detail about the character that viewers of the ITV soap will have never gotten to see.

Max Turner made a reappearance on the cobbles last year with not just a new face but a new attitude. Coronation Street fans were left floored back in September when a 'stranger' appeared in David Platt's house.

He's one of the most famous faces in soap after starring in Coronation Street for 22 years. But Jack P Shepherd, who plays Corrie favourite David Platt, saw the funny side over a case of mistaken identity at the supermarket.

A wedding day never passes without a drama on Coronation Street and next week there's terror as Toyah Battersby prepares to marry Imran Habeeb. After Abi realises that Imran has hired private investigator Ben to get dirt on her, she jumps into the driver’s seat of Toyah’s wedding car just as the bride gets in.

Coronation Street's David Platt has spent years rebelling against his mum Gail but he may just be turning into the soap matriarch, according to the actor who plays him.

Coronation Street's former villain Reece Dinsdale has baffled - and delighted - fans by announcing he has returned to the soap. The actor has had to clarify to some, however, that it won't be in an acting role.

This week viewers will wave goodbye to Emma Brooker as she leaves the cobbles. How she leaves, however, is still a bit of a mystery but what we do know is that the door will be left open for a return.

Viewers are used to seeing him wind up his step-dad David Platt in Coronation Street but the actor behind Max Turner couldn't be more different to his on-screen character.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell is fearing her upcoming appearance on This Morning is an 'April Fools' prank. The actress is set to appear on the ITV daytime show on Friday (April 1) to chat all things Emma Brooker.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd wowed fans as he showcased an eye-catching look for the new season. The David Platt actor was embracing the sunshine as he reached for an animal print black and white short-sleeved shirt. And his sharp look was a far cry from the hoodies and denim jackets favoured by his soap character.

Emmerdale fans will know all about the ups and downs of Priya Sharma's life, but how much do they know about the actress that plays her?