91-year-old Coronation Street actor Bill Roache acquires new on-screen love interest Helen Lederer amid financial struggles.

91-year-old Bill Roache, who has portrayed Ken Barlow on Coronation Street for 64 years, is set to acquire a new on-screen love interest, Helen Lederer from Absolutely Fabulous. The storyline aims to boost Roache's earnings, as Coronation Street actors are paid per episode. This comes amidst Roache's recent financial struggles, including a £546,000 tax bill and bankruptcy.

March 16, 2024
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