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Belfast Telegraph
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
NI actor to become latest Rovers landlord as he joins Coronation Street
Also joining the cast will be Father Ted's Pauline McLynn Coronation Street's famous Rovers Return Inn will have a new family running the pub – with a Northern Irish actor set to be pulling pints as the establishment's latest landlord. Aaron McCusker – known for his roles in TV shows Shameless and Hope Street and starring in the blockbuster Bohemian Rhapsody – will join the long-running soap as Ben Driscoll, the partner of Catherine Tyldesley's character Eva Price, who was last seen on the show in 2018.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street's Catherine Tyldesley breaks silence alongside two huge newcomer signings as she begins filming
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CORONATION Street actress Catherine Tyldesley has broken her silence on her return to the soap after seven years away. The star is heading back to Weatherfield to play Eva Price and will be joined by two newcomers as her brand new family on the show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Actress Cath Tyldseley has broken her silence on her Corrie comeback Credit: Instagram / coronationstreet 3 She will be joined by some brand new faces Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk In a new video shared to the Coronation Street Instagram page, Catherine could be seen all dolled up as Eva as she stood next to the soap's brand new signings - Aaron McCusker and Pauline McClynn. In the clip, Cath can be heard saying: "I want to introduce you to my new family!" Aaron then introduces himself as Ben Driscoll - Eva's new husband before Pauline reveals that she will be playing Maggie Driscoll, the mother of Ben and mother-in-law of Eva. Returning star Cath then said: "Stay tuned for all the drama and all the giggles." Commenting underneath the clip, one fan said: "Yay!! Can't wait for Cath to return... looking forward to Aaron and Pauline too! Great casting." As another added: "Omg I can't wait but will they be bringing back Eva's daughter Susie? It would be good to see her all grown up." Before a third penned: "Oh wow, welcome back Eva. I really missed your character and isn't that the Actor from Hope Street and Mrs. Doyle? "You've always been way more fun than Toyah. Finally Corrie has a good family coming on the Street." The Sun first told yesterday how Catherine had been back filming the show. Cath has even dyed her hair back to bright blonde for the role - Eva's signature look. Coronation Street's Catherine Tyldesley breaks silence on row over 'asking for freebies' from baker As part of her comeback, Eva and Aaron will become the new owners of the Rovers and follow in her mother, Stella's footsteps. Eva first arrived on the show in 2011 when she moved into the iconic boozer alongside her family. A TV insider said: "Corrie bosses were never going to take EastEnders shrewd decision to reinstate Kat and Alfie at the Vic lying down. "So they took their time looking for the perfect actor to play her husband to Eva as she makes her return to Corrie as the new boss of the Rovers. "When Aaron walked in, and once paired with Catherine, bosses knew they had the perfect partnership to run the soap's iconic pub. "Aaron will bring his Irish charm to the pub, and the chemistry between him and Cath is electric. 'They are both very happy and loved-up. 'But Aaron's character is also someone not to be messed with, and the locals are going to be in for a shock if they think they can take advantage of his good nature and that cheeky Irish charm. 'It's the start of an exciting new chapter in the pub's history.'
Metro
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Coronation Street casts new Rovers family led by 90s TV legend
A new era dawns for Coronation Street's signature boozer, with the Rovers Return set to get new owners who are all played by very familiar faces. Catherine Tyldesley is set to stage a comeback as Eva Price this autumn to take the reins of the iconic TV pub from Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) but she won't be alone, with new beau Ben Driscoll and his interfering mum Maggie by her side. Eva and Ben will first appear on-screen in October, when the residents of Weatherfield learn of who will be taking over as publicans of the Rovers. Eva, who was last seen behind the bar in 2018, will be reunited with sisters Toyah (Georgia Taylor) and Leanne (Jane Danson), but just what has she been up to since her exit? That is the question. Stepping into Ben's shoes is Hope Street star Aaron McCusker, who is no stranger to pulling a pint or two given that he plays pub landlord Clint Dunwoody in the BBC One drama, which will return for its fifth series later this year. Aaron is also known for playing Jamie McGuire in Shameless and for playing Jim Hutton, Freddie Mercury's boyfriend, in the acclaimed 2018 movie Bohemian Rhapsody. Maggie, meanwhile, will be played by none other than Pauline McLynn, best known for playing Mrs Doyle in Father Ted, Yvonne Cotton in EastEnders and Libby Croker on Shameless. Ben's two sons and Eva's daughter Suzie will also be joining the cast, with the Price/Driscoll family set to make quite an entrance. More Trending 'We are beyond thrilled that Eva is returning as the landlady of the Rovers, with her new blended family in tow,' said Corrie boss Kate Brooks. 'The Driscolls do not arrive quietly, so expect big drama, explosive secrets and raucous knees ups galore. 'To have actors of Catherine, Aaron and Pauline's considerable calibre at the beating heart of this family is absolutely wonderful, and we can't wait for you to get to know and fall in love with them as much as we have already done. Strap yourselves in, it's going to be an exciting and eventful ride.' View More » Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 or stream from 7am on ITVX and YouTube. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Full list of Coronation Street cast returns and exits coming in 2025
Metro
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
New Corrie Rovers landlord ‘confirmed' as star of major BBC series is
The Rovers Return has been on the market for weeks now in Coronation Street, but it seems a new landlord is soon set to take on the challenge of running the iconic boozer. Carla Connor (Alison King) took ownership of the pub after Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) and Daisy Midgeley stole a significant sum of money from her. Earlier this year, Carla was forced to go private for her kidney transplant, and borrowed money from Betsy Swain (Sydney Martin) to pay for it. With Jenny and Daisy a long way from being able to pay Carla back, she decided to sell the pub, marking the end of an era for Jenny. Later this year, the pub Rovers is set to be scooped up by a familiar face, as Eva Price (Catherine Tyldesley) returns to the cobbles – but she's not alone. It has been revealed that she will have a man on her arm, played by Hollywood star Aaron McCusker. Aaron starred as Jim Hutton, Freddie Mercury's boyfriend, opposite Rami Malek in Bohemian Rhapsody. More recently, he has been a regular in BBC drama Hope Street, playing Clint Dunwoody. Now, he looks set to take on the role of Rovers landlord as he joins the cast of Coronation Street. 'Corrie bosses were never going to take EastEnders' shrewd decision to reinstate Kat and Alfie at the Vic lying down,' a source told The Sun. 'So they took their time looking for the perfect actor to play [Eva's husband] as she makes her return to Corrie as the new boss of the Rovers. 'When Aaron walked in, and once paired with Catherine, bosses knew they had the perfect partnership to run the soap's iconic pub. 'Aaron will bring his Irish charm to the pub, and the chemistry between him and Cath is electric. More Trending 'But Aaron's character is also someone not to be messed with, and the locals are going to be in for a shock if they think they can take advantage of his good nature and that cheeky Irish charm. 'It's the start of an exciting new chapter in the pub's history.' View More » Metro has reached out to Coronation Street for comment. MORE: Major Coronation Street legend teases 'fun' return after 21 years MORE: Coronation Street horror as child goes missing MORE: Emmerdale confirms pregnancy story for Charity as Sarah makes announcement – but distress follows
BBC News
17-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral's listed status upgraded
"A true jewel in Liverpool's crown" has had its listed status upgraded to recognise the building's "architectural brilliance".The Metropolitan Cathedral, affectionately known as a "wigwam" due to its unique shape, has been awarded Grade I-listed status by the Frederick Gibberd's design was considered revolutionary when the cathedral was built in the 1960s and "transformed" Catholic worship spaces, Historic England (HE) another building designed by Sir Frederick - Hopwood Hall Chapel in Rochdale, Greater Manchester - has also been updated to recognise the features it shares with the Metropolitan Cathedral, such as a lantern tower of coloured glass. Liverpool's Catholic cathedral, built between 1962 and 1967, sits at the opposite end of Hope Street to its Anglican of Liverpool John Sherrington welcomed the landmark building's upgrade from Grade II*- said the cathedral had been described as "the soul of the city", adding that it brought hope to thousands of visitors each spokesperson Sarah Charlesworth said the cathedral "transformed British cathedral design with its revolutionary centralised plan, representing a radical departure from traditional designs".Liverpool Riverside MP Kim Johnson said the Metropolitan Cathedral was an "instantly recognisable symbol" of the added the recognition "rightly honours its architectural significance and the prominent place it holds in our skyline – a true jewel in Liverpool's crown".Liverpool City Region mayor Steve Rotheram said: "Liverpool is a city with a proud architectural and cultural heritage, and the Metropolitan Cathedral is one of its most iconic landmarks."The bold, modern design broke new ground and has become a beacon of faith, hope and innovation, not just for our region but across the world." The cathedral was built over a crypt, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, which was intended to be part of a grand classical-style building that began in the was halted due to financial constraints and the outbreak of World War Croft, director of The Twentieth Century Society, a charity which campaigns to save modern architectural and design heritage, said the cathedral was "unique in world architecture and has long been a powerful homecoming beacon for Liverpudlians".She said Liverpool "now rightly has two magnificent Grade I-listed cathedrals".The existing Grade II listing for Hopwood Hall Chapel, which was built in 1964 according to Sir Frederick's designs, was overseen by Reynolds and listing for the former chapel at Hopwood Hall College on Rochdale Road, Middleton, has been updated to recognise the "shared architectural significance" with the Metropolitan Cathedral. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
