Coronation St. discussion

[Firewire]

Will watch anyway.

I usually only watch the dramatic stories.

e.g. Liam's death and Tony's heart-attack.

[Scarlett.]

I think so :D

btw;

Endgame meaning
1. Games The final stage of a chess game after most of the pieces have been removed from the board.
2. The final stage of an extended process or course of events: the diplomatic endgame that led to the treaty.

[Firewire]

You know months ago...

when David was attacked, who attacked him?

[Scarlett.]

Gary Windass :P

[Firewire]

oh ok. I thought it was him lol

[Scarlett.]

Tony has a very good p-p-p-poker face

[Scarlett.]

ohhhhhh 'citing :3

[Novo]

Crooper is going to get it now

[Scarlett.]

He should have kept his mouth shut xD

[Stacey.]

i <3 tony :/

[Scarlett.]

Me too! He is twice the man Liam ever was :3

[HeatherTWx]

Tony's Horrible !

[Scarlett.]

poor Royston! :O

[Novo]

Crooper doesn't die though does he?????

he cant die!

[Scarlett.]

Crooper doesn't die though does he?????

he cant die!
wait until Thursday :p

[Scarlett.]

Awesome news!

Alan Halsall has revealed that Coronation Street producers have changed their plans for Weatherfield love cheats Molly Dobbs and Kevin Webster.

In recent months, fans of the ITV1 soap have seen Halsall's character Tyrone remain clueless as his wife Molly (Vicky Binns) cheats on him with married mechanic Kevin (Michael Le Vell).

Speaking about how the plot could conclude, Halsall told PA: "I did know what was happening, but apparently there's been a change in the storyline. They like to keep you on your toes and the public on their toes. So at the moment I don't actually know how it finishes. I know where we go to up to January. But after that, who knows?"

Show bosses have already confirmed (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/news/a177693/breast-cancer-plot-for-coronation-street.html) that the storyline will take a twist next month when Kevin's wife Sally (Sally Whittaker) is diagnosed with breast cancer. There have also been reports (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/news/a181961/new-twist-ahead-for-corrie-love-cheats.html) of a shock baby plotline for Molly and Kevin.

Halsall explained: "We've just shot Christmas Day and New Year. There are things that might happen at Christmas and might not - lots of ifs, buts and maybes.

"It should be a nice Christmas. Then after Christmas the situation gets a lot worse for Tyrone. I can't say too much, but it's going to be very sad for him."

In September, Le Vell publicly criticised (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/news/a179855/michael-le-vell-threatens-to-quit-corrie.html) the infidelity story, announcing that he wanted Kevin to dump Molly upon hearing Sally's sad news.

Digital Spy

[Locke.]

Crap I missed it tonight... is it repeated on ITV2 later?

[Scarlett.]

Crap I missed it tonight... is it repeated on ITV2 later?
Yes, it starts at 1:10am on ITV2

[Jackie]

Poor Roy i hate Tony.

[Scarlett.]

To be fair on Tony though, Roy was harrasing him

[BigSister]

Tonights episode was so good when Tony had the knife in Roys rolls. Poor Maria though

[Scarlett.]

if only Tony hadnt killed Liam :(

[Ramsay]

Tony is amazing

[Mrluvaluva]

I had been wondering how blood got on the knife up until I saw it last night.

[\PJ/]

I wonder how much things would be different if bet lynch was still in it?

''give that girl a coconut''

[Scarlett.]

I had been wondering how blood got on the knife up until I saw it last night.
Same here lol

[\PJ/]

I wonder how much things would be different if bet lynch was still in it?

''give that girl a coconut''

Don't ignore my question.LOL

[Scarlett.]

Tony would have killed her, or Hillman LOL

[\PJ/]

Tony would have killed her, or Hillman LOL
ARRR that would have been amazing! i think hillman would have killed he had a thing for the elderley.

[Scarlett.]

Aye, the OAPeadophile

[Mrluvaluva]

Tony would have killed her, or Hillman LOL

Nah. She would have stabbed Tony with her cigarette holder.

[Scarlett.]

LOL

btw, I heard a spoiler, not sure if its true though

[Mrluvaluva]

LOL

btw, I heard a spoiler, not sure if its true though

Spill the beans then man!

[Scarlett.]

*SPOLIER WARNING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*





















Tony commits suicide in prison on Christmas day


































*SPOILER END*

[Mrluvaluva]

That will be a lovely episode to watch in the midst of Christmas festivities!

[Scarlett.]

Lol but it's quite likely to happen :p

[Mrluvaluva]

Why do they always use depressing story lines at Christmas? People arguing/fighting/dying.

[\PJ/]

I want him to be pushed of a roof or something like the rovers,id watch for that!

[Scarlett.]

Why do they always use depressing story lines at Christmas? People arguing/fighting/dying.
it will make a change from the Platt's fighting AGAIN xD

[Scarlett.]

btw, I should say, me saying it happens on Christmas day is guess work, they just said at Christmas time

[Mrluvaluva]

it will make a change from the Platt's fighting AGAIN xD

Oh I am sure there will still be problems in that household.

[Scarlett.]

Indeed what with Tina and Nick xD

[BigSister]

haha yeah i cant wait to see that
But wont it e depressing enough what with the websters/Molly/Tyrone

[Scarlett.]

indeed, thank god that storyline is being changed!

[BigSister]

for good or for bad though

[Scarlett.]

for good, the public hated how it was going, so did Michael LeVell

[BigSister]

oh thats good i dont like it either

[Mrluvaluva]

So what is the new story line?

[Scarlett.]

It's the same, but it might end a lot sooner

[Scarlett.]

btw, some teasers;

Friday 11th December
Carla decides to visit Tony in prison and is shocked by what she finds.

2nd episode
Carla is stunned by what Tony tells her in the prison.

[Mrluvaluva]

Did she find the knitted character from Harry Hill in his cell instead?

[Scarlett.]

Thats impossible :p you dont go to peoples cells in prison :3

[Mrluvaluva]

She could have nobbled one of the prison guards.

[Scarlett.]

Will Roy survive? What will Tony's next move be?

Chat to Corrie producer LIVE after tonights show on ITV.com

[Mrluvaluva]

He ***** himself ** tonight. Lol

[Scarlett.]

Way to spoil it for people Luva xD

[Mrluvaluva]

Ooooh! Sarcy git. Lol. I edited it. Fancy that. A spoiler! Lol

[Scarlett.]

He ****s himself tonight? :O

[BigSister]

Tonights was great poor Tony and maria

[Scarlett.]

I agree :D

Results from chat with Kim;
- Possibly new factory boss
- New staff at Underworld
- Big storyline for Gary
- Big storyline for Chesney
- Lots of returns coming in 2010
- Rosie wants to be famous
- New storyline for Llyod
- New man for Liz
- Rita comes back
- Panto in the Rovers at Chrimbo
- Scary Mary returns!
- New villian may already be on the street
- Deaths coming up

[BigSister]

- Possibly new factory boss. No surprise really uut dependsing on who it is
- New staff at Underworld. yay
- Big storyline for Gary . Army probably
- Big storyline for Chesney. Yay
- Lots of returns coming in 2010. Yay
- Rosie wants to be famous. No surprise lol
- New storyline for Llyod. Good
- New man for Liz. Ooh
- Rita comes back. yay
- Panto in the Rovers at Chrimbo. I heard that somehwere else
- Scary Mary returns!. Yay yay yay
- New villian may already be on the street . oooooooh

[Scarlett.]

She also mentioned there will be a few deaths on the street coming up :D she wont be changing the credits though xD

[BigSister]

thats good news not on the deaths though lol

[KKBL]

I hate what they've done with this storyline.
Carla should of been the one who reported Tony to the police and told Maria.

[Scarlett.]

The credits need changing lol I wonder which characters will pop their clogs?

[Scarlett.]

I hate what they've done with this storyline.
Carla should of been the one who reported Tony to the police and told Maria.
Nah, it seems Roy was right for the part, he was the first person who wronged Tony on the street

[Scarlett.]

by the way, Tony, by no means leaves next week, he will still be appearing :p

[BigSister]

*does squeal*
yayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[Mrluvaluva]

New villain on street already? Simons' grandad? Lol

[Scarlett.]

I suspected that too

[Firewire]

Gray O'Brien performed on Children In Need on BBC Scotland. He was good. Will put up video once it's on YT.

[Scarlett.]

Coolio :D

[BigSister]

Im going to see him in panto now Boxing day mum booked this morning
Chris fountain is in it from Hollyoaks and DOI and Mollys dad too/

[Scarlett.]

Carla's back, so she is

[BigSister]

yes so she is ^_^

[Tom]

omg I want Carla's Blackberry pin

[Scarlett.]

I'm glad Carla is back, perfect remedy for losing Tony

[Nicky.]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIpsHLaso4c

[Scarlett.]

A sneak preview of Friday's episode

http://images.digitalspy.co.uk/09/46/550w_corrie_graeme_as_liz.jpg

[Mrluvaluva]

Is that Shaun?

[Scarlett.]

Nope it's.....

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w193/antparker/35chid3-1.png

[Mrluvaluva]

Oh yeah! What is that in aid of then?

[Scarlett.]

Coronation Street's leading producer Kim Crowther is to step down from her position after two-and-a-half years.
She will be replaced by former Doctor Who series producer Phil Collinson in the second half of next year, just a few months before the show's 50th anniversary celebrations.

Speaking of her decision to stand down, Crowther said: "Coronation Street is very special to me. It's been a huge privilege to work with such a wonderful cast, production and writing team. But after a couple of great years, I'm looking forward to reintroducing myself to my children."

She continued: "I'm delighted to be passing the baton to Phil, and wish him all the best for what should be a spectacular fiftieth year for the show."

Crowther joined (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/news/a79913/new-corrie-emmerdale-producers-named.html) Coronation Street in November 2007, succeeding Steve Frost as the soap's showrunner.
Collinson will begin working at Corrie's Manchester home at Granada Studios from March to allow for a substantial handover period, before he officially takes office from late summer. He will work alongside Weatherfield's executive producer Kieran Roberts.

http://images.digitalspy.co.uk/09/48/160x120_corrie_phil_collinson.jpg

Of his appointment, Collinson said: "I am absolutely thrilled to be joining Corrie, the nation's favourite street and a show I've been a huge fan of all my life. It goes without saying that it’s a tremendous honour to be entrusted with building on Coronation Street's success and creating the must-see storylines for 2010 and beyond."He went on: "Kim will be a tough act to follow but I will be working with one of the best teams in the business and I can’t wait to get stuck in."

Director of ITV Studios John Whiston commented: "We are delighted Phil has agreed to join ITV Studios and carry on the fantastic, creative work that Kim has spearheaded. Phil is a hands-on producer, with a fine track record in shaping much-loved and treasured programming, and I have no doubt he will bring all that talent to Coronation Street.

“I would like to thank Kim for her immense contribution to the show. Kim's sheer hard work and her boundless imagination are the qualities that have continued to keep Coronation Street as fresh and exciting as ever as it enters its 50th year."

He added: "Kim leaves Corrie in fantastically good health, having increased total audience share in the last quarter as recent storylines around Tony, Carla, Maria and Roy Cropper have been delivering spectacularly large audiences day in day out this autumn. This achievement is testament to the skill and talent of Kim and her team."

Earlier this month, EastEnders' executive producer Diederick Santer announced (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2/eastenders/news/a184853/kirkwood-replaces-santer-as-enders-exec.htm) his decision to vacate office, making way for ex-Hollyoaks producer Bryan Kirkwood.

[Scarlett.]

Thank god he is taking over before the anniversary, I was scared Kim would ruin the biggest moment in Corrie history, apparently Phil is a very good producer

[BigSister]

Well hes done dr who so he should be good

[Scarlett.]

Indeed, i think the whole Kevin and Molly saga will be the first thing to go

[Scarlett.]

Loved the Windasses decorations, deffo my fave Corrie family

[flemin]

I'm glad Kim's leaving. For a while now the whole show has needed over hauling and brought back to its roots i.e character driven comedy and drama. It's been far too plot driven with one dimensional characters for too long, I hope this new producer sorts things out.

[Scarlett.]

I'm glad Kim's leaving. For a while now the whole show has needed over hauling and brought back to its roots i.e character driven comedy and drama. It's been far too plot driven with one dimensional characters for too long, I hope this new producer sorts things out.I agree, I mean Kim did an okay job, but it wasnt good enough, I look forward to a new direction

[flemin]

I agree, I mean Kim did an okay job, but it wasnt good enough, I look forward to a new direction
I agree, the Tony stuff has been excellent, but on the whole the quality hasn't been there. Short term storylines aren't enough to sustain an on going soap. It's a hard job, and I don't think an ex Emmerdale Storyliner is really appropriate for Corrie producer. This new bloke sounds promising though :)

[Scarlett.]

An ex-Corrie storyliner was good for Emmerdale though xD

but yeah, Phil has a lot of experience, thing is, with this Tony storyline, its evenutally reached nothing, the scene with Roy was good but its nothing really, Danny and Jamie had a fight in a canal, and Danny did more damage

[flemin]

I haven't even been watching it tbh. I know what you mean though, it's just nothingness. They didn't need to keep flogging this Tony stuff, seems like shameless headline grabbing to me, or they know there's nothing else in the show worth watching perhaps?

[Scarlett.]

Probably, I actually find Peter, Leanne, Simon, Eddie, Anna and Gary the best characters nowadays

[flemin]

I particularly like Peter and Leanne, but they're two old characters. Most of Kim's newcomers have failed and been axed by now.

[Scarlett.]

Indeed, the Windasses are good though, they were like the Mortons mk.II :D

[flemin]

LoL, I don't know whether that's a good thing or a bad thing. The dad reminds me of Frank Gallagher off Shameless. Speaking of Shameless, that has excellent characters that function really well.

The thing about Corrie is that the stories are born out of chacacter, not the other way round like Eastenders and I think they've lost touch of that recently. Think of the Tracey, Roy, baby swap thing. Sounded absurd on paper, but it worked so well because of the characters involved. The Kevin and Molly thing seems so forced and out of character which is why everyone hates it.

Basically if they get the cast and characters right, then the show is on its way.

[Scarlett.]

Indeed, the characters I mentioned are great, because they're natural, where as a lot of current storylines are...well I mean come on...not very impressivem and I love Eddie for that reason xD

[Scarlett.]

Here is a photo of Keiran's on his first day back

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ieqsyxnYlNo/Sw_XG33dbwI/AAAAAAAAInE/SXZDojQuTM4/s1600/ciaran.jpg

Notice what Peter is holding

[flemin]

Oh no, looks like Peter falls off the wagon again....

[Scarlett.]

I hope not D: I can imagine Ken's smug face right now

[flemin]

Looks like we'll be seeing more of this then..

[Scarlett.]

Minus Blanche :(

[Scarlett.]

What a sad day for British TV :(

[Jackie]

RIP Maggie

[Scarlett.]

I hope Corrie silence the ending credits tonight for her, and maybe dedicate the episode to her

[arista]

I hope Corrie silence the ending credits tonight for her, and maybe dedicate the episode to her


Thats all done weeks ago
that will Cost Money.

[Scarlett.]

Thats all done weeks ago
that will Cost Money.Well Maggie passing away is a good enough reason for them to edit the ending, even if it costs a bit

[Scarlett.]

Maggie Jones, who played Corrie battle-axe Blanche Hunt, has sadly passed away aged 75.
The much-loved actress had been making a slow recovery after falling ill in October, but her condition deteriorated early on Wednesday morning and she died peacefully in her sleep at the Salford Royal Hospital.
William Roache, who plays on-screen son-in-law Ken Barlow, payed tribute to Maggie who has starred as the pensioner since 1974.

“Maggie was a big part of the Barlow family and a brilliant actress,” he said. “She was a tower of strength, physically frail but mentally strong as an ox and sharp as someone half her age. She had an amazing dry wit and was as funny, if not funnier than Blanche.” He added: “I don’t think Maggie ever realised how much she was loved not only by everyone on the show but by the millions of Blanche fans out there. She will be greatly missed.”

Coronation Street Executive Producer Kieran Roberts said: “Maggie was a much-loved colleague and a wonderful actress who turned Blanche into a true Coronation Street icon. She will be hugely missed by Coronation Street’s many millions of viewers and by everyone who works on Coronation Street. Our thoughts and prayers go to Maggie’s sister Joan at this very sad time.”

Maggie’s agent Katie Threlfall said: “Maggie was a rare treasure; incredibly kind, honest and loved by so many. It has been such a privilege to work with her, and we will miss her dearly.”

Maggie appeared in more than 830 episodes of Coronation Street and her barbed one-line comments made her one of the best-loved soap characters of all time.

Our thoughts are with Maggie's family and friends at this difficult time.
Blanche's best lines

Blanche: “Good looks are a curse, Deirdre. You and Kenneth should count yourselves lucky.”

“He’s a looney and she’s a man.”
Blanche talking about Roy and Hayley Cropper

Blanche telling Liz off for leaving her washing drying all over the sitting room. “Kenneth doesn’t want to stare at thongs all day. The man’s an intellectual!”

Ken has just got down on one knee to propose to Deirdre and she’s turned him down. Blanche says: “Well, if you leave it much longer he won’t be able to get up again!”

Blanche to Tracy who’s in a good mood “You look remarkably chipper. Trod on a snail?”

When Tracy arrives back from her holiday with Charlie, having left Amy at home with the Barlows, Blanche says: “You should have bought her a T-shirt with ‘I’m your mother’ on it.”


ITV.com

[arista]

Well Maggie passing away is a good enough reason for them to edit the ending, even if it costs a bit



You should Pay for it then.

[Scarlett.]

You should Pay for it then.
What? :conf:

If EastEnders can edit a scene into a show just to mention Michael Jackson's death on the day before broadcast, I'm sure Corrie can do it for their best actor

[arista]

What? :conf:

If EastEnders can edit a scene into a show just to mention Michael Jackson's death on the day before broadcast, I'm sure Corrie can do it for their best actor


CrapEnders is Funded by public Money.
I would not Fund that , if I could.

ITV shows is not paid for
by Public Money.

[Scarlett.]

CrapEnders is Funded by public Money.
I would not Fund that , if I could.

ITV shows is not paid for
by Public Money.
but still, that doesnt really make any big differences in the production of the show, its just about where the money comes from

[Scarlett.]

Messages from other cast members

The cast of Coronation Street have begun to pay tribute to Weatherfield legend Maggie Jones


The 75-year-old actress, who played Blanche Hunt on the ITV soap, passed away (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/s3/coronationstreet/news/a189606/corrie-star-maggie-jones-dies-aged-75.html) in hospital earlier today after losing a long battle with illness.


Katherine Kelly, who portrays barmaid Becky McDonald, said: “Our Maggie is irreplaceable. No words can truly describe how fabulous she was. I feel blessed to have known her."


Sean Tully, actor Antony Cotton, commented: "I am absolutely devastated to hear the sad news about Maggie. I will remember her as a friend and a colleague - a brilliant woman - smart, honest and laugh-out-loud funny. But I will also remember her as the public will - as the unstoppable Blanche Hunt. Sharper than a Velociraptor with a flick knife, she always said just what you wanted to hear. "


He added: "In Coronation Street, with the bright lights of Weatherfield all competing to illuminate the Rovers Return, there was Maggie as Blanche - a laser beam. We'll miss you, kid."


Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow, said: "Maggie was a big part of the Barlow family and a brilliant actress. She was a tower of strength, physically frail but mentally strong as an ox and sharp as someone half her age. She had an amazing dry wit and was as funny if not funnier than Blanche. We were great crossword partners, we sat through Tracy's trial scenes doing the crossword together.



"I don't think Maggie ever realised how much she was loved not only by everyone on the show but by the millions of Blanche fans out there. She will be greatly missed."


Coronation Street executive producer Kieran Roberts stated: "Maggie was a much-loved colleague and a wonderful actress who turned Blanche into a true Coronation Street icon. She will be hugely missed by Coronation Street's many millions of viewers and by everyone who works on Coronation Street. Our thoughts and prayers go to Maggie's sister Joan at this very sad time."


Jones's agent Katie Threlfall said: "Maggie was a rare treasure; incredibly kind, honest and loved by so many. It has been such a privilege to work with her, and we will miss her dearly."

[Patrick]

Dont watch Corrie,

But I`ve seen it a few times when im in my Nans house lol, is that Maggie in your avatar Chewy?

:O I know her face, such a shame :(

Did she already leave the Soap before she died?

[Scarlett.]

Aye thats Blanche, she was one of the best characters in Corrie, she left temporarily two months ago, but we all expected her back, I think they will make the character die next year, to give her a send off

[Patrick]

CrapEnders

My Gawd :shocked:

[Scarlett.]

My Gawd :shocked:
Ignore arista :p

[Tom]

arista watches Live From Studio Five so hardly has the right to call TV crap

[Jords]

R.i.P :(

And Eastenders is mint!

[BigSister]

So sad

[flemin]

:bawling:

[Patrick]

Did they silenence the titles or doing somthing special for her on tonights episode then?

[Scarlett.]

Nah, but I think it was too late by the time the news had broke to edit the show

it is possible they will do something when the character dies

[Hugo]

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[Scarlett.]

That's one of my favourite scenes of Corrie ever, Blanche will be missed

[BigSister]

They are decicating the show tonight I read

[Scarlett.]

Aye, Coronation Street Blog confimed it

[BigSister]

Ithought so ^_^

[Scarlett.]

I'm glad they are dedicating the episode to her, the idiots at Digital Spy are having a go at ITV for not doing it yesterday, it seems rather disrespectful for them to really really want a memorial at the end of an episode, as ITV might have been planning a tribute

[Scarlett.]

btw, on the News at Ten last night, a report came from the street, and at the end of the Street was a building site (near the Kabin/Dev's shop)

[eye sea]

I stopped watching Corrie about six months ago when it became a total farce, and the acting was terrible.

But Maggie Jones was excellent. Sadly missed. Great!

RIP.

[Scarlett.]

I stopped watching Corrie about six months ago when it became a total farce, and the acting was terrible.

But Maggie Jones was excellent. Sadly missed. Great!

RIP.
Things will get a lot better next year, a new person will be running the show from next summer :3

[eye sea]

Things will get a lot better next year, a new person will be running the show from next summer :3

Good to hear. I might reconsider.

Next year. ;)

[Scarlett.]

Good to hear. I might reconsider.

Next year. ;)
Indeed, and its an actual experienced producer :)

I thought that was a nice little tribute, nothing OTT, also I'm glad they didnt do the whole "IAC coming next" hoo-har in the credits

[eye sea]

Indeed, and its an actual experienced producer :)

I thought that was a nice little tribute, nothing OTT, also I'm glad they didnt do the whole "IAC coming next" hoo-har in the credits

I missed the tribute show. Alas. I simply cannot stand most of the cast.

[Scarlett.]

It wasnt a tribute show, they just put a memorial on the end of the episode :p

[Nicky.]

Poor Maggie </3

Thoughts are with her family and friends xx

[Scarlett.]

Story from earlier today

Coronation Street this morning confirmed that tonight's episode of the Weatherfield soap will be dedicated to Maggie Jones, who passed away (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/news/a189606/corrie-star-maggie-jones-dies-aged-75.html) yesterday at the age of 75.

Digital Spy forum members were last night confused (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1174727) when a tribute to the actress - who played comedy legend Blanche Hunt - failed to appear, as is the usual protocol when a soap actor or actress dies.

However, a spokesperson for the show told me: "We felt that for those people who had not heard the news, it would be a huge shock for them to hear it as they settled down to watch Corrie."

They added: "Tonight is a great Barlow episode (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/spoilers/a187203/george-offers-to-lend-peter-money-for-the-bar.html) and will be dedicated to Maggie with a tribute."

Maggie's final scenes with the soap, which were filmed before she taken ill (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/news/a181729/corries-blanche-critical-in-hospital.html) in October, aired during the 8.30pm episode (http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s3/coronationstreet/spoilers/a185902/marias-devastated-by-tonys-confession.html) on Friday, November 20 at 8.30pm.

However, I can confirm that due to the nature of episodes being filmed out of sync, she will appear in two more that will air on Monday and Friday of next week.

Digital Spy

[sooty]

I love Coronation Street.

One of big reasons is humour. I loved Blanche's dry sense of humour, specially she would say it with straight face.

Good bye, Maggie. Thank you for entertain us for a long time.

[eye sea]

It wasnt a tribute show, they just put a memorial on the end of the episode :p


Perhaps they'll do a Christmas special with a compilation of clips.

[BigSister]

awwwwwwww i was wondering when her final scenes will air

[Tom]

Its going to be so weird knowing shes dead yet this is new

[Scarlett.]

Perhaps they'll do a Christmas special with a compilation of clips.
Possibly, I'd like to see an episode modeled after Emmerdale's Farewell Jack episode, that was really really touching, and very well made

Blanche will also be on Corrie next week in two episodes

[Tom]

Blanche at her best pmsl

e54gzq5Xr0Y

[Scarlett.]

I remember watching that scene with my brother, we were both laughing out loud

[BigSister]

my favourite was the postman pat one

[Tom]

Watching This Morning. The soap woman said Blanche is on tonight and again on Friday then thats (sadly) it :(

[\PJ/]

Sharon marshell.

[Scarlett.]

Nah I heard she was on later in December

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Boxer Stephen Bell has signed up for a guest role in ITV soap Coronation Street.

The 34-year-old, who was captain of the England boxing team at the Commonwealth Games in 2002, is playing a soldier in bad boy Gary Windass's (Mikey North) new Army plotline.

Bell started filming for the drama in Manchester today. It is believed that he arrived on set with a black eye and cut to his face after losing out to John Simpson during a boxing match in Newcastle on Saturday.

Speaking to The Times, he commented: "They knew I was boxing this weekend, but I hope they won't be too upset."

Meanwhile, a Weatherfield source told DS: "Stephen's playing a squaddie friend of Gary as part of his Army storyline. He's in for four episodes to begin with but he may be seen more in the future, depending on how Gary's storyline plays out."

Bell, who has previously appeared in Shameless and worked as a model, will be seen on screen for the first time at the end of February.

Digi Spy

[\PJ/]

Do you remember that other women who used to talk about soaps?

[Scarlett.]

You mean that Richard bloke of GMTV? :P


nah, she was Tina...something... maybe Baker?

[\PJ/]

Thats it tina baker i think her full name is.

[Scarlett.]

lol I remember her xD

[Tom]

Poor Maggie :(

And is Tina the warning triangle woman?

[Scarlett.]

R.I.P Blance :(

and I think so

[Tom]

How do you think they should write her out?

I think she should either fall asleep or they should send her off with the 1 o'clock club on a holiday somewhere and she dies there

[Scarlett.]

I think on a 1 o'clock club holiday, as it will be easier to film

[BigSister]

yeah i remember tina baker as well lol

[Scarlett.]

Ey up! Something is going on with Peter's bar :]

http://i49.tinypic.com/2akda8y.jpg

[BigSister]

Happy 49th birthday Corry ^_^

[Scarlett.]

Happy Birthday Corrie!

[\PJ/]

"anyone fancy one down the rovers"

[Scarlett.]

I do! xD

[\PJ/]

"get your coat first round on me,your usual sir chewy?"

[Scarlett.]

Yup! a pint o' Newton & Ridley

[Scarlett.]

Friday's episode will contain a second tribute as it will be Blanche's last ever on-screen appearance, and apparently it will be done better than original one

[Scarlett.]

Sunita is back tonight!

[Stacey.]

yehhhhh ,, i saw thiisssss onnnn a front cover of a tv magazzinnee! :D
it will be goooood:)

[Scarlett.]

I'm glad she is back :D

[Scarlett.]

She is back :D

[BigSister]

Yay
She was on loose women at dinner time too

[Scarlett.]

Coolington :D

[Scarlett.]

It's Maggie/Blanche's last episode tonight

[Scarlett.]

That was her last scene :(

[Stacey.]

maggie, you are an absolute legend.,and you WILL go down in TV history:D
Love you Blanche,you will never be forgottenn,, and you are in our hearts forever :)
xxx

[Scarlett.]

"Hallelujah" - Fitting words for her last scene I think

[Stacey.]

"Hallelujah" - Fitting words for her last scene I think

mhmm, good scene:)

[Scarlett.]

TONY! :D xD

[Scarlett.]

Swearing! :O

[BigSister]

Tonyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy ^_^

[Scarlett.]

aye! and Carla said "Bastard" :O

[BigSister]

hahaha really ^_^

[Scarlett.]

Aye, last time that happened is Christmas 2006 xD

[Scarlett.]

Carla is 10x more cunning than Tony :p

I am glad Hayley is back where she belongs :3

[Mrluvaluva]

Is there gonna be a scrap on Thursday?

[Scarlett.]

I think so Mr. Bhaz!

[Mrluvaluva]

That should be good. I remember reading about it. I wonder what Norris will be getting up to on his window cleaning round? Lol

[Scarlett.]

http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/8cfe0e04-3d84-4541-b91c-d49552db7ca9/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100

Press pictures;
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/1d59868c-c263-4988-ba0c-076d3396107b/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/bca4431e-b580-4c53-8eb5-6e1fa73e0ceb/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/06d00b7f-5393-4b6b-b9ce-6ea34ec3f9ee/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/831337c7-3ca5-42b9-bdb3-8f4665a6f96f/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/53efdcda-e40c-44d3-bca4-bd68d54741fc/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/b322046e-e62e-4b94-8436-d244d1af11a2/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100


In show;
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/5e059605-4962-4216-8a79-a6a504687502/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/a5f07b51-7c34-45bd-a479-ca237a480879/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/8faafcdf-f076-464b-b79b-a3b63a3e2077/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100
http://www.itv.com/soaps/coronationstreet/pictures/picturespecials/panto2009/69fded64-c687-4a9a-ba19-91a3a3f93294/PreviewFile.jpg.ashx?w=640&q=100

[Mrluvaluva]

Great scenes from Carla and Michelle tonight.

[Scarlett.]

I agree Luva, I wasnt expecting it to be that good :P

[Mrluvaluva]

I remember reading that they really went at it. Why can't I see the pics you posted? :(

[Scarlett.]

You cant see them? D: Check ITV.com

[Alf]

what about that then?
sally webster having cancer

[Scarlett.]

what about that then?
sally webster having cancer

I think that will be a great storyline, as long a Chuckie (aka Molly) doesnt take over

[BigSister]

lol chuckie
I cant beileve Ben kisses michelle thats kinda frfetched IMO

[Scarlett.]

lol not really, Michelle is young and hot and Ben is a young teenage boy xD

[Mrluvaluva]

I think most young lads would given half the chance.

[BigSister]

yeah possibly maybe thinking about it from a young boy view

[flemin]

Aww @ that pic of Betty dressed as a fairy. It's been nice seeing her involved in a storyline. She's so sweet.

[BigSister]

the pantomime is making me laugh at the minute

[Nicky.]

What happens this ep?!!?!

[Stacey.]

sally is going to have breast cancer i think :(:(

[Scarlett.]

I loved the swearing in last nights ep xD

Gonna watch tonights on the ITV Player

[Nicky.]

The swearing was awesomeee! hahaha!

and ommggg D: D: D: at this!

[Stacey.]

yep, shes just told Kevin :(

[Scarlett.]

The swearing was awesomeee! hahaha!

and ommggg D: D: D: at this!

What's going on? :3

I loved how it switched to the random train xD

[Nicky.]

I thought my telly freaked out! Then I got it!

and Kevin and Molly made a packed in the alley they'd go back home and tell their families about the affair, and they were leaving. Then when Kev was just about to reveal all, Sal said she had breast cancer D: x

[Scarlett.]

I thought my telly freaked out! Then I got it!

and Kevin and Molly made a packed in the alley they'd go back home and tell their families about the affair, and they were leaving. Then when Kev was just about to reveal all, Sal said she had breast cancer D: x

I see D: D:

feck it, me going to watch xD

[Nicky.]

Whoooo!
Thank FECK that storyline is over!

........... hopefully!

[Scarlett.]

HAHA are we supposed to feel sorry for Chuckie?

"Why does this have to happen to us? It's not fair!"

Ummmm...Chuckie....SALLY HAS ****ING CANCER

[Nicky.]

Selfish b!tch.

[Scarlett.]

Yeah, she didnt give a **** about Ty either, she needs to get a huge slap

[Nicky.]

I'm sure there's a queue for that!!! Xx

[Scarlett.]

and I'm at the front!

[BigSister]

Yeah I agree
I laughed at kevin and the stuffing though

[Scarlett.]

lol poor Kev

A rule of this thread is that you must hate Chuckie Dobbs

[Chantel]

lol poor Kev

A rule of this thread is that you must hate Chuckie Dobbs

:laugh2:

She's not likeable

[Scarlett.]

Indeed, I mean, Kevin is a cheater, BUT he did turn a blind eye to Sally's affair with the Demon Headmaster (aka that car garage guy) and he has seen sense

[BigSister]

LOL i used to be actually scared of him
Im going to see Tony tommorow in panto ^_^

[Scarlett.]

LOL! Kevin? xD

and awesome, watch out for any hitmen D:

[BigSister]

LOL no the scary guy who sally had the affair with
and yep i will Diggorys in it as well

[Scarlett.]

Ohhhhhhhhh LOL, he reminded me of the Demon Headmaster xD

lol good ol' Diggers

[BigSister]

hes an ugly sister(Diggory not the demon headmaster lol)

[Scarlett.]

Bwhahahahha >:}

[BigSister]

hehe

[Nicky.]

and I'm at the front!

*bashes Chewy with a big stick*

I'm first!

[Scarlett.]

How about we both got first :D

[Beastie]

I watched all the soaps tonight, only time I watch them all, Christmas Day.

[Scarlett.]

Which was best?

[BigSister]

If i get piccys of Tony ill post them up here

[Scarlett.]

Awesome =D

[BigSister]

Couldnt take any piccys but it was great. Didnt know he used to be in Doctor who the one with kyile in it was a christmas special

[Scarlett.]

lol, I did :p

[BigSister]

you would.... hehe

[Scarlett.]

:angel:

[Smithy]

: O

CORRIE is poised for an explosive child kidnap plot - as little Simon Barlow is whisked away by evil George Wilson.
George snatches his grandson from the school gates, leaving his dad Peter at his wits' end.

Peter (Chris Gascoyne) calls the cops and goes to George's house to confront him.

The old man, played by Raffles star Anthony Valentine, goads him into losing his rag.

So Peter lunges at him - and ends up getting arrested after pushing away a cop who tries to intervene.

In tear-jerking scenes, Simon is left sobbing for his dad - and Peter must watch from the police van as his son is left in the crook's clutches.

By the time Peter is released, evil George has already gone into hiding in Blackpool with the boy.

In the dramatic scenes to air in March, George uses his sway with the Weatherfield authorities to get legal custody over Simon (Alex Bain).

But will he succeed in his wicked plan to steal Simon away for good?



Read more: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/soaps/2790250/Corrie-is-poised-for-an-explosive-child-kidnap-plot.html#ixzz0bPGkM6Ox

[Jords]

Im not fond on this storyline Smithy!

[BigSister]

ooh thats a bit dodgy surely I dont like that

[Scarlett.]

I saw that one coming xD

[Smithy]

Im not fond on this storyline Smithy!

i didnt write it =P

[Scarlett.]

http://m.gmgrd.co.uk/res/386.$plit/C_71_article_1002814_image_list_image_list_item_0_ image.jpg

Actress Kate Ford is set to return to Coronation Street as Tracy Barlow.

This spring, we will see Tracy in prison where she'll become embroiled in a story involving another well loved character.

Ken and Deirdre's only daughter is currently serving a jail sentence for murdering her boyfriend and Corrie bad boy Charlie Stubbs.

After this initial first stint of a couple of months, Tracy will be back in Weatherfield again at the end of the year.

ITV.com

[Hugo]

Omfg

[Scarlett.]

Finally! Something exciting happening :D

[Hugo]

I'm SO excited for this. Although, I hope it doesn't fail. Janine much?

[Beastie]

I thought she was meant to spend 20 odd years in jail?

[Scarlett.]

I thought she was meant to spend 20 odd years in jail?
Her scenes early this year may be in jail, not sure about her later appearance

[Tom]

I thought she was meant to spend 20 odd years in jail?

She probably somehow gets away with it

[Scarlett.]

She could probably appeal against the conviction, and try to plead "self defence" again

[Beastie]

She could probably appeal against the conviction, and try to plead "self defence" again

Oh. Well I might start watching Corrie properly again if she is out.

Tracy V Becky!

[Scarlett.]

Oh. Well I might start watching Corrie properly again if she is out.

Tracy V Becky!

They should have never sent her to jail, I admit, before hearing this, I was thinking "whats the point in watching anymore?"