David Neilson: Last News

Coronation Street fans are bracing themselves for the worst as they're utterly convinced Roy Cropper's days are numbered. Roy has been behind bars for a while now, ever since Lauren Bolton vanished and he was blamed for her disappearance. And while viewers know that Roy is innocent, DS Swain remains convinced he has killed Lauren.Things have now taken an even darker turn for Roy and he could find himself the target of a brutal murder plot.

Coronation Street fans have pieced together a potential new family twist for missing Lauren Bolton after eagle eyed viewers spotted a clue during a recent behind the scenes video. As regular viewers will know, it's been nearly two months since the teenager vanished from the cobbles and fans are convinced one character definitely 'knows something' about her disappearance.

Coronation Street star Cait Fitton has shared a fresh message to another of her former colleagues amid her exit. The actress hasn't been seen on the ITV soap for months after her character Lauren Bolton suddenly disappeared.

Coronation Street fans think they've worked out a potential paternity twist after figuring out who 'knows something' about Lauren Bolton's disappearance. It's almost two months since the teenager suddenly went missing from the cobbles.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has made his feelings about the show's latest storyline very clear after fans said they were 'so upset'. The actor, who plays Sam Blakeman in the ITV soap, has pledged his support to Roy Cropper after the beloved character was jailed.

Coronation Street star Andy Whyment has shared a four-word statement over a very hot topic on the cobbles right now after surprising with an unrecognisable appearance.

David Neilson, who plays the beloved character Roy Cropper in Coronation Street, has a life that's almost as eventful as his on-screen persona.

Coronation Street star David Neilson, who has played the beloved character of Roy Cropper since 1995, has a sweet off-screen love story with his supportive wife.The actor has had quite the dramatic storyline recently on the cobbles, with his character being wrongfully arrested not once, but twice! Now, fans are speculating that a plot twist could secure Roy's freedom, with one viewer predicting on X: "I feel this will end when Lauren turns at the trial as an unannounced witness!" As we wait to see how the drama unfolds, let's take a peek into 75 year old David's life away from the soap. David and his wife Jane Neilson have been happily married for over 50 years, and she's played a significant role in shaping Roy into the complex character we know today. In a 2009 interview with the Mirror, David shared that he'd secretly made Roy autistic, crediting his wife, a special needs teacher, for her invaluable insights.

Coronation Street's Roy Cropper is to be dealt a devastating blow this week when he is charged with the murder of missing teenager Lauren Bolton. The much-loved cafe owner has been DS Lisa Swain’s number one suspect since he misguidedly deep-cleaned Lauren’s flat after she mysteriously disappeared.

Things aren't quite what they seem next week in Coronation Street when Roy Cropper gets himself into more trouble amid news about Lauren Bolton's murder case.

Coronation Street star David Neilson has spoken out about his latest storyline as he's thrust back into forefront of the ITV soap when his character Roy Cropper is arrested for murder.

Coronation Street star David Neilson has revealed what Roy Cropper's downfall will be as he's quizzed on suspicion of murder. The much-loved character will find himself being accused of being involved in the disappearance and possible murder of former employee Lauren Bolton in upcoming scenes.

Coronation Street has offered a first look at what's to come for Roy Cropper as he cuts a lonely isolated figure as he sits confused and saddened in the eerie darkness of his beloved café.

Big Brother star Brian Dowling has revealed a new addition to his family - arriving this summer.

He's a local legend in Weatherfield, but Roy Cropper could be heading for an exit from the street as he's arrested for murder. The café owner will be questioned by DS Swain in Coronation Street next week when the hunt for Lauren Bolton ramps up.

Coronation Street fans have been reacting to the news that Roy Cropper will be arrested in upcoming scenes. The mild-mannered stalwart of the street is unfortunately no stranger to brushes with the law - whether it's himself or with the people he's helped over the years.

After almost 30 years on the Weatherfield cobbles, Roy Cropper and his beloved cafe Roy's Rolls have become part of the Coronation Street furniture. David Neilson - the actor who plays the loveable character - first landed the job back in 1995, and since then, has been at the centre of many different storylines. From his iconic love affair with the anorak wearing Hayley Cropper - which tragically ended following her death in 2014 - to his later relationship with the widow Cathy Matthews, David's character has become a fan favourite.

Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher has been at the heart of some huge storylines since she joined the ITV soap in 2019 as fiery Nina Lucas. But away from the cobbles, the actress is miles away from her on screen persona and is often cosied up with her boyfriend.

Coronation Street viewers were left in hysterics during tonight's instalment as a serious moment turned hilarious with Weatherfield legend Roy Cropper (played by David Neilson) appearing to make an awkward mishap. It came as the latest episode on Monday, 11 December, saw Evelyn Plummer (Maureen Lipman) held by the throat and threatened by a nasty thug during her shift at Dev Alahan's Corner Shop.The character handled herself well but was left inevitably shaken-up by the experience and headed over to Roy's Rolls afterwards to give her friend the low-down.

Coronation Street's Roy Cropper is one of the most iconic characters on TV and has been played by actor David Neilson for almost three decades.