Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Soaps Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @soapscoop Twitter account, The Mandalorian's Pedro Pascal on season 3, Neighbours announces seven more returning cast. Richard Curtis: One of the true greats of British comedy. We love walking. After Dad's Army, Lavender returned to the theatre, including a role in a production of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice starring Dustin Hoffman. He graduated in 1967. His ex Michelle also suspected the Bistro boss after he was noticeable absent during the disaster, and Kate has also been grieving after her fianc Rana was killed in the tragedy. He was almost 91, and we are grateful for all the years of joy, laughter and happiness he brought to so many. : "I'd bought him a Rolex as an engagement present too, and I took it along just in case he asked as I had an inkling he would!". If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Raging: Coronation Street fans have been furiously blaming producer Iain MacLeod in a slew of social media posts, after five cast members quit the soap in three months. 1972 bernahm Kingsley in seinem ersten Film Fear is the Key eine Nebenrolle. Lavender was first married to actress Suzanne Kerchiss. Griff Rhys Jones: Star of Not The Nine O'Clock News, Alas Smith and Jones and various TV shows like Three Men in a Boat, has lived in Suffolk on the Shotley peninsula for the best part of 30 years. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN, Griff Rhys Jones enjoying life on the River Stour Photo: Archant, Ed Sheeran enjoying a game at Portman Road in August 2019. Yasmeen Nazir moved viewers to tears this year when she finally got justice over her evil husband Geoff Metcalfe. [21] [22] When filming began on Dad's Army, he was allowed to choose Pike's scarf from an array in the BBC wardrobe. [16] In February 2015 he was a recipient of one of The Oldie magazine's "Oldie of the Year Awards" specifically the "Stupid Oldie Boy of the Year". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Ian Hyland shares his thoughts on a recent episode of Coronation Street, in which the 'cringe factor was almost unbearable' - though he's keen for the ITV soap to continue with such light relief Visiting Ian Lavender's rural home is a bit like stumbling upon a Dad's Army location. Lavender was born in Birmingham, England. He also appeared on BBC One's The One Show on Thursday 31 July 2008. Lavender said "We had been living together for 16 years and it was something I should have done a long time before, these things change you, they help you to see what is important in life. Roy Hudd: One of the comedy greats and the country's leading expert on the English Music Hall. On 22 June 2015, Lavender was awarded a star on the Birmingham Walk of Stars. Ian would even perform to a more mainstream audience the following year, playing himself on Coronation Street, in an episode watched by 20 million people where he wrestled against the character . A Gannett Company. appearances in TV staples like EastEnders and Casualty with theatre work. Celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this year, the lovebirds tied the knot at the Gibbon Bridge Hotel in Lancashire. Announcing the happy news to fans, Sally, 39, shared a snap to social media, showing the couple celebrating with champagne, an emerald sparkler on the bride-to-be's finger. After a varied career on stage and on television, her public profile blossomed again in 1999 when she was cast as Sylvia Hollamby, the hard-hearted warder, in the prison drama Bad Girls which ran until 2006 and then was transformed into a West End musical. Currently, he writes scripts for Julie's former employer Coronation Street, where he's been based since 2018. Tom Hiddleston: Frequently seen in and around Aldeburgh where his family live. Between 1971 and 1973 Lavender joined Dad's Army colleague Arthur Lowe on the BBC radio comedy Parsley Sidings. The soap has been rocked in recent weeks following the news that five cast members have quit. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. He also appeared on ITV's television game show Cluedo (1990), based on the board game. Last week Tristan Gemmill also announced he would be leaving the soap later this year, after four years on the cobbles, They're gone! The soap has been rocked in recent weeks following the news that five cast members have quit. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Close enough to London for work but secluded enough to enjoy 'real-life' in the countryside. The sitcom was a radio sequel to Dad's Army, but ran for only one series. [4] He appeared in the entire run of the series, and in the spinoff film released in 1971. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. It remains to be seen whether the exits of so many characters will tie together, especially as Robert remains a suspect in the Underworld Factory roof collapse. Two is a great number.". It is a nightmare as they take days out on location and have a cast of thousands.". Bill Nighy: A distinctive character actor whose career seems everlasting, boosted by regular appearances in box-office winners such as Love Actually and The Boat That Rocked, written by Richard Curtis and spy dramas like The Constant Gardener and the Worricker series. Griff Rhys Jones enjoying life on the River Stour Photo: Archant (Image: Archant). Helen Fraser cuts the ribbon at the grand opening of the new EACH store in Ipswich. It comes despite sources telling MailOnline that thesoap boss is in no way responsible for the exits of five different cast members in the last three months, including actresses Kym Marsh and Faye Brookes. In real life, actress Shelley King, who has been a fixture on the soap since 2014, is happily loved-up with wife Trilby James. In 2001 Lavender joined the BBC soap opera EastEnders, playing the role of Derek Harkinson, a gay friend of Pauline Fowler. He then became the youngest cast member of Dad's Army (1968), working with . He hasnt been seen on the screen since summer, and its reported that his final scenes have already aired. He plays British prime minister Anthony Eden in the Netflix series The Crown. Ian was in more than 200 episodes and then later returned as a guest to Albert Square in 2016, and for the final time, in 2017, before it was announced he would not be returning to the show. Coronation Street spoilers tonight: Paul's world crumbles after losing job as his health plummets. Jane Danson is in the running for the soap awards next year, thanks to her moving performance as grieving mum Leanne Battersby this year. He chose a claret and blue scarf to remind him of his home city. Major characters like Carla Connor, played by Alison King, and Geoff Metcalfe (Ian Bartholomew) have seen their love lives at the centre of grisly plots of late, with one-night stands and cruel abuse. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "Sally thinks Joe is a funny and caring guy and he's really fallen for her, too. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. This made him a household name and gave him the great advantage of working alongside a number of experienced actors during his formative years, helping him to hone his acting skills. He is best known for his role as Private Pike in the BBC sitcom Dad's Army, and is the last surviving major cast member of the series following the death of Frank Williams in 2022. Lavender's piece, "Portrait", was written by Anthony Cule, directed by Fiona McAlpine, and explored the memories of a man who had experienced a number of relationships with different alcoholics throughout his lifetime. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. "[19] The bladder tumour was operated on successfully, and though Lavender has regular check-ups, doctors are confident the cancer will not return. However a Corrie source has told MailOnline that Iain is not to blame for so many stars decided to leave the soap, and the soap's cast is ever-changing with characters constantly coming and going. So many departures have left die-hard fans of the soap reeling, and many have taken to Twitter to blame Iain with his lacklustre story lines. Tue 31 Jan 12:01am Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.30pm and 8pm on ITV. More info. 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We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Joining the cast of Corrie in 2018, Ian Bartholomew became a household name playing the villainous Geoff Metcalfe. 'Sometimes actors want to try other things, sometimes story lines dictate that people will leave. ", However, he did admit that he would return if asked, adding: "I don't think they could get me insured now.". He has said in interviews that he felt that he had arrived and hasn't ever felt the need to leave. Coronation Street is famed for its juicy love stories, with everything from sordid affairs to star-crossed proposals gracing the cobbles over the years.. Major characters like Carla Connor, played by Alison King, and Geoff Metcalfe (Ian Bartholomew) have seen their love lives at the centre of grisly plots of late, with one-night stands and cruel abuse. The Brummie actor was only 22 when he first appeared in Dads Army and since the show has had a prolific career. Coronation Street is famed for its juicy love stories, with everything from sordid affairs to star-crossed proposals gracing the cobbles over the years. Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. Derek made a surprise return a year ago to the soap, for a number of episodes around the Christmas period. Partner of Emma Freud for nearly 30 years, the couple and their children have lived in Walberswick since the early 1990s. Sign up for a free Trove account. Ian Lavender played Private Frank Pike in the much-loved BBC TV sitcom Dad's Army (1968-77) and also appears in the BBC radio adaptations still regularly broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra. Ed Sheeran: One of greatest singer-songwriters on the planet at present, Ed Sheeran still lives in Framlingham, the town where he grew up. In real life, Jane is wed to fellow actor Robert Beck, the couple sharing two young sons together Harry Alexander Jack, twelve, and Sam Alfie Robert, nine. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Johns third wife, Joan Le Mesurier, giggled about their friendship and said: John and him used to come home from work every night and sit at the table and get absolutely p****d. Theyd have a lovely evening, and they were great friends, and he was a very naughty boy!, READ MORE:Outlander star Caitriona Balfe addresses tough year in poignant post. 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