Coronation Street legend Bill Roache, 88, took time off from the ITV soap to battle covid-19. Bill, who plays Ken Barlow on Corrie, was forced to take a break from the cobbles after he contracted coronavirus.
He has recovered well from the virus and is expected to make a full return. A spokesperson for Coronation Street said: "Following recent reports about his health, William Roache has asked us to clarify that he took time off work after testing positive for Covid. "He has recovered well and is looking forward to returning to the cobbles as soon as possible." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK's daily newsletter.
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