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Metro
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
TV legend renews Coronation Street contract to stay on into next year
Coronation Street troublemaker Cassie Plummer is set to be on our screens for a while longer, as actress Claire Sweeney has renewed her contract with the ITV soap. The former Brookside star first arrived on the cobbles in 2023 as Evelyn Plummer's (Maureen Lipman) estranged daughter. In recent months, Cassie caused quite a stir when she was caught drugging Ken Barlow (William Roache) with antihistamines. She had been hired as his carer when his health deteriorated, and in order to assure that he still needed her so she could keep her job, she took desperate measures to ensure he still felt unwell. Eventually, Ken caught on to what she was doing and fired her, with the rest of the Coronation Street residents shunning her in solidarity with the pensioner. However, it appears she won't be letting her neighbours drive her out completely, with Cassie set to appear on Coronation Street until at least 2026. Metro understands that Claire Sweeney has signed a new contract with the show. 'Claire loves being on Corrie – it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal,' a source told The Sun. More Trending 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history so who wouldn't want to be involved?' It was recently announced that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be teaming up in the new year for a special crossover episode, as changes to their schedules come into affect. Characters from the Dales and Weatherfield will interact on screen for the first time ever in the exciting episode, which will affect subsequent storylines. View More » Will Cassie be involved in this soap first episode? MORE: EastEnders star Kara Tointon, 41, undergoes double mastectomy MORE: Hollyoaks star Paul Danan's death at 46 ruled misadventure MORE: Coronation Street fans convinced major star is returning
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Actor Stifyn Parri finds peace in his garden near Wrexham
Stifyn Parri, from Rhos, near Wrexham, now living in St Fagan's, Cardiff, finds solace in his garden. He shared his love for gardening with presenter Meinir Gwilym on S4C's series, Garddio a Mwy. The episode featuring Mr Parri will air at 8.25pm on Monday, June 2. The actor, who starred in Brookside, began posting pictures of his flowers during the pandemic to lift the spirits of "friends, family, and strangers." He said: "The reaction was so positive I took another photo the following day and I've been posting images on Instagram and Facebook every day since then. "They have become so popular if I haven't posted by eleven o'clock in the morning people have been known to phone up and check I'm alive and well." (Image: Supplied) Despite having no formal gardening training, Mr Parri enjoys experimenting in his garden. He said: "I love pottering in the garden. "I plant things intuitively and if they don't like where they're growing plants will let you know just the same as if they do like their spot." His garden, which backs onto woodland, is filled with seating areas, a barbecue area, and a hot tub. He said: "It isn't the largest garden but I've taken advice from Monty (Don) and created lots of areas. "I think lawns are a waste of time, and space." His favourite flower is Lunaria annua, commonly known as Honesty. He said: "I just love the simplicity of the flower. "It reminds me of home because just about every parlour in Rhosllannerchrugog during my childhood had a display of dried Honesty plants." Mr Parri began his acting career on S4C's Coleg and later joined Channel 4's Brookside as Christopher Duncan, where he made headlines with the first openly gay relationship on British TV. His theatre work includes starring as Marius in Les Misérables in the West End. In 2001, he set up an agency called MR PRODUCER and has produced some of Wales' most prominent live events. He also launched the Welsh ex-pat society, Social Welsh and Sexy (SWS). Two years ago, he presented his BAFTA-nominated documentary, Paid a Dweud Hoyw (Don't Say Gay) for S4C. Later this summer, Mr Parri will play a prominent part in the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham. Garddio a Mwy presenter Meinir Gwilym said: "It's a garden with character! "Not only is it full of colour and shapes and textures, the garden is also full of life - reflecting Stifyn perfectly." Series producer Euros Wyn added: "You don't need a degree in horticulture to enjoy some gardening, and I think that the series reflects that."
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026
NEW DEAL Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026 CORONATION Street star Claire Sweeney has signed a new contract to take her into next year. The actress - who plays scheming Cassie Plummer in the ITV soap - put pen to paper recently to confirm her future on the cobbles. Advertisement 2 Claire Sweeney is sticking around as Cassie Plummer Credit: ITV 2 There's going to be a big ITV soaps crossover next year Credit: ITV A source said: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history so who wouldn't want to be involved?' Claire arrived on the cobbles in 2023 as the long-lost and thought dead daughter of Evelyn Plummer - and the birth mother of Tyrone Dobbs. Advertisement In her two years Cassie has battled drug addiction, tried to destroy Kevin and Abi Webster, bedded Steve McDonald and poisoned and robbed Ken Barlow. Claire addressed her Corrie future while speaking to The Sun Online and other members of the press at the TV Choice Awards earlier this year. She said: "I'm doing good and I'm happy and I'm working. "I'm in Coronation Street for this year and I'm very happy." Advertisement Before stepping onto the Cobbles, she played Lindsey Corkhill on Channel 4 soap Brookside for 12 years. The Liverpool-set soap opera launched in 1982 and concluded in 2003. Coronation Street's Ken Barlow in serious danger as Cassie Plummer's sick scheme takes a dark twist Asked if she would be up for rejoining Brookside should it return, Claire revealed her loyalty lies with Coronation Street. The actress reiterated: "I'm in Corrie and I'm very happy at Corrie."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026
CORONATION Street star Claire Sweeney has signed a new contract to take her into next year. The actress - who plays scheming Cassie Plummer in the ITV soap - put pen to paper recently to confirm her future on the cobbles. Advertisement 2 Claire Sweeney is sticking around as Cassie Plummer Credit: ITV 2 There's going to be a big ITV soaps crossover next year Credit: ITV A source said: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history so who wouldn't want to be involved?' Claire arrived on the cobbles in 2023 as the long-lost and thought dead daughter of Evelyn Plummer - and the birth mother of Tyrone Dobbs. Advertisement Read more on Coronation Street In her two years Cassie has battled drug addiction, tried to destroy Kevin and Abi Webster, bedded Steve McDonald and poisoned and robbed Ken Barlow. Claire addressed her Corrie future while speaking to The Sun Online and other members of the press at the TV Choice Awards earlier this year. She said: "I'm doing good and I'm happy and I'm working. "I'm in Coronation Street for this year and I'm very happy." Advertisement Most read in Soaps Exclusive Exclusive Before stepping onto the Cobbles, she played Lindsey Corkhill on Channel 4 soap Brookside for 12 years. The Liverpool-set soap opera launched in 1982 and concluded in 2003. Coronation Street's Ken Barlow in serious danger as Cassie Plummer's sick scheme takes a dark twist Asked if she would be up for rejoining Brookside should it return, Claire revealed her loyalty lies with Coronation Street. The actress reiterated: "I'm in Corrie and I'm very happy at Corrie." Advertisement
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jennifer Ellison 'never been so terrified' after tragic Liverpool parade crash
Thousands of excited Liverpool supporters had lined the streets of the city for the title-winning parade, but jubilation soon turned to panic after reports a car had hit pedestrians Former Brookside star, Jennifer Ellison, said she had "never been so terrified" after the shocking Liverpool parade crash on Monday night. Thousands of excited football supporters had lined the streets of the city for the title-winning parade, but jubilation soon turned to panic after reports a car had hit pedestrians. Merseyside Police confirmed they have arrested a 53-year-old man after a car was driven into Liverpool fans during their Premier League title parade. Hundreds of thousands lined the streets as an open-top bus, carrying the players made it's way through the city. However, their joy was short-lived following the "horrific incident", in which four children are among the 47 injured. As news of the attack broke, flocks of famous Scousers shared their sadness after the tragic event. Actress, Jennifer, who was born in Liverpool and shot to fame in the city's famous soap opera, Brookside, told her followers she was thankfully "home safe" but had "never been so terrified". Revealing that she had been on the road where the attack took place, she took to Instagram with a broken hearted emoji, writing: "Home safe. Never been so terrified. Can't believe we were on the actual road. Praying for all the injured and the families of those. Just traumatic." Joining her in sending his well wishes, was Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher. Taking to X, he wrote: "Thoughts and prayers with all our brothers and sisters of LIVERPOOL." Former Atomic Kitten star, Natasha Hamilton, has also condemned the attack. The singer shared a snap of her dad and nephew taken in the city centre prior to the parade. She said: "My dad & nephew were in Liverpool today at the celebration parade. Then I saw a video of what happened and my heart sank. Thankfully they're both safe but I am absolutely horrified at what I saw today and my thoughts & prayers are with all those affected! #YNWA." Meanwhile, Paddy McGuinness, shared a snap of the Liverpool FC emblem on the side of Anfield Stadium alongside the caption: "Liverpool is a great city full of good people. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Merseyside. #ynwa." Following the shocking scenes, Liverpool FC confirmed the club was staying in touch with Merseyside Police. And an official statement said those at the club were sending their "thoughts and prayers" for those impacted.
