26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Coronation Street legend who broke a world record on the show dies, aged 88
Philip Lowrie, an original member of the Coronation Street cast, has passed away at the age of 88.
Born in Ashton-under-Lyne in Greater Manchester, Lowrie made his debut on the iconic soap in its inaugural episode back in 1960 and was a fixture for eight years.
He made a nostalgic return to the show in 2011 and took his final bow from the series three years later in 2014.
In a remarkable achievement, he was awarded a Guinness World Record in September 2011 for the longest gap between television appearances as the same character, reports the Manchester Evening News.
His publicist, Mario Renzullo, confirmed the sad news with a statement on Friday (April 25), saying: "My client and very dear friend, Philip Lowrie, the beloved actor renowned for his role as Dennis Tanner on Coronation Street, passed away yesterday at 88."
Renzullo added: "His death marks the end of an era for the world's longest-running soap, where he became a cornerstone of its storytelling."
Lowrie was best known for his portrayal of Dennis Tanner, Elsie's son, on the cobbled streets of Weatherfield.
Beyond the Street, Lowrie's talents shone in various Victoria Wood series such as As Seen on TV and Wood and Walters, and he appeared in other popular shows including Crown Court, The Liver Birds, and The Cuckoo Waltz.
