Bill Roache has been spotted out in a brand new car, despite reports claiming the Coronation Street legend is facing bankruptcy for the second time.
The 91 year old actor, who has played Ken Barlow on the ITV soap since 1960, was photographed while out in his new motor, worth up to £72,000, in Cheshire.
Home furnishings companies were also spotted by his Cheshire property, presumably to give the home a makeover. The long-serving soap star kept a low profile in a padded jacket and jumper as he ran errands nearby, seemingly putting his money worries to the back of his mind.
Despite his fortune, in January it was reported that Bill had been forced to file for bankruptcy due to his current financial situation, after HMRC filed a petition against the soap actor.
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