Geoff Metcalfe: Last News

Coronation Street viewers were left stunned on Wednesday night’s episode, August 24, as a dead cast member made a surprise cameo on the popular ITV soap. There has been trouble brewing on the cobbles as Yasmeen Nazir finally realised her partner Stu Carpenter may be innocent after all. Stu had been convicted of killing a young girl years prior, but he's continued to plead his innocence.

Former Coronation Street actor Ian Bartholomew, who played the evil Geoff Metcalfe, looked unrecognisable as he appeared in ITV's Midsomer Murders. In the ITV soap, Ian played the controlling Geoff, who destroyed his wife Yasmeen Nazir and his ex-partner Elaine Jones.

Coronation Street fans think Elaine Metcalfe by have bought herself some time when it comes to being Stephen Reid's next victim as they believe they spotted a telling clue that links his plans for another victim.

looking over Roy Cropper (David Neilson) after he suffered chest pains. She is also involved in the long-running and tragic arc which has seen Paul Foreman (Peter Ash) diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. Susan Gaddas made her debut in 2014, In August 2014, seeing to Max Turner when he was brought in by his parents David and Kylie Platt after his behaviour underwent a sudden deterioration.

Coronation Street character Elaine Metcalfe made her debut on the cobbles as evil Geoff Metcalfe’s long-suffering wife in 2020. She was revealed to be Tim Metcalfe’s mum and her tragic story of how she fled Geoff’s abuse and had to leave her son behind to survive unravelled. Elaine – who Tim thought was dead as dad Geoff told him she had died from cancer – now has a good relationship with her only son.

BBC anthology series began in 1970 and broadcast a series of television plays, with some like The Rumpole Of The Bailey later becoming TV series in their own right.It also gave a spotlight to lots of future soap stars - from EastEnders villains to Coronation Street icons.READ NEXT: Barbara Windsor's widower Scott Mitchell reveals marriage to star 'not a closed book'On the 52nd anniversary of A Play For Today's first broadcast (October 15), Daily Star takes a look at the soap stars who appeared in the series and where they are now.TV legend Paula Wilcox is currently delighting soap fans as Elaine Jones in Coronation Street.However, the star has appeared in many of the UK's biggest TV series, including The After Dinner Joke as part of A Play For Today on February 14, 1978.That's not all, as Paula has appeared in iconic shows including Man About The House, The Lovers, The Queen's Nose and most recently, Upstart Crow.Speaking about her Man About the House Fame, Paula spoke about her "sex symbol" fame in the seventies, and revealed that taxi drivers used to tell her that they "fell in love with her."But speaking to Woman's Weekly, she says when they tell her they 'used to be in love'', she retorts: "What do you mean, used to be?""It's very flattering after all this time.

Coronation Street matriarch Yasmeen Nazir (Shelley King) has been through quite the rollercoaster of emotions over the last few weeks after her relationship with Stu Carpenter (Bill Fellows) was thrown into chaos.After escaping an abusive marriage to her ex-husband Geoff Metcalfe in 2020, the mum-of-one struggled to let down her guard to avoid herself getting hurt again.But in recent months, the beloved star managed to open up to the former homeless man as they gradually grew closer as time went on.READ MORE: Corrie's Curly 'to return' to soap as Kevin Kennedy posts cryptic snap with co-starSo naturally the raven-haired beauty was left utterly heartbroken last week when she discovered the silver haired fox had spent 27 years in prison for the murder of a woman named Charlie.The loveable rogue was later arrested for breaching the peace after he got into an argument with Yasmeen when he came clean about his heinous past.Now, Yasmeen will be forced to make the difficult decision as to whether or not she believes Stu while continues to profess his innocence against the almost 30-year sentence in upcoming episodes.This week, Yasmeen’s grandson Zeedan and Alya make it their mission to uncover the truth behind the identity of the real killer in Weatherfield.At the start of the week, the pair work together to comb through the case files where they come across Stu’s interview tapes which proves that he was questioned for more than 10 hours straight with one suspicious tape missing.While the pair continue to work on the secret files, Yasmeen visits Stu in prison where he tells her the whole story of his affair with Charlie.Yasmeen later talks to his solicitor Norman where legal advisor confirms that Stu was coerced into making a

Coronation Street star Ian Bartholomew has teased his return to the cobbles.The 67-year-old actor played the evil domestic abuser Geoff Metcalfe on the ITV soap from 2018 - 2020.Geoff was dramatically killed off in a nail-biting rooftop battle with his ex-wife Yasmeen (Shelley King) and her daughter Alya Nazir (Sair Khan), which aired in December 2020.In spite of his character's onscreen death, Ian has recently fuelled rumours that Geoff could be resurrected and return to Weatherfield.The speculation began when Ian replied to a tweet posted by Joe McIntyre actor Reece Dinsdale, who recently returned to the show.Reece shared a photo and a post about his route to work on set, which received an interesting reply from Ian.On Thursday (June 9), the Geoff Metcalfe actor responded: "'Tis a goodly view. "Good luck on them old cobbles.

Coronation Street star's Britain's Got Talent audition was reportedly scrapped from the show. Ian Bartholomew, who played Geoff Metcalfe in the ITV soap, auditioned for the talent show back in January. Ian performed his own original song, This Time It's Forever, which he released during the first Covid-19 lockdown.

BRITAIN's Got Talent fans say they've "unmasked" The Witch as an ex-Coronation star as they predicted the act "will be back." The wart-riddled magic act's time in the competition came to an abrupt end in Monday's first semi-final. Busker Maxwell Thorpe and 13-year-old ventriloquist Jamie Leahey were chosen from the eight acts that performed to go through to the final.

Coronation Street. I played nasty Geoff Metcalfe.

Coronation Street fans have been left baffled as one of their favourite soap villains went missing from ITV competition Britain’s Got Talent.Ian Bartholomew, who played abuser Geoff Metcalfe on the cobbles from 2018 to 2021, was slated to audition for the 2022 series - and it was reported in March this year that he made the judges cry.But he has failed to show up on the programme, which is already at the live show stage.According to The Sun, Ian wowed at the audition as he performed a song he had written for domestic abuse charity Women’s Aid - the music video for which he has also starred in.The track, This Time It’s Forever, left the judges in tears - though Ian also received some constructive criticism. Introducing himself to the judges during his audition, Ian said: “I am from Cheshire.

Coronation Street star Sair Khan has promised a “really unexpected” direction for her character Alya Nazir.The star was appearing at the MEN Pride of Manchester awards last night (May 10) to present the award for Emergency Services, which went to PC Simon Toft and PC Alicia Snowden.The officers were first on the scene at the Stockport medical centre where one man armed with three kitchen knives and a meat cleaver was threatening to stab patients.Michael Brannigan had robbed a pharmacy and attacked a stranger just minutes earlier, while a doctor held a door shut and tried to reason with him.A desperate fight ensued between the officers and Brannigan, after he ripped Taser barbs out of his chest and lunged at the officers with a metal pole.Sair was presenting the award alongside her Corrie co-stars Shelley King - who plays her gran Yasmeen - and Julia Goulding, who stars as Shona Platt.She chatted exclusively to Daily Star while dazzling on the red carpet, and dished on her “dream storyline” finally coming true.She spilled: "Well my dream storyline, actually, I think it might just be about to happen! I had a chat with the producer last week and we’re taking things in a really different direction.“Something really unexpected happens and it changes Alya’s perspective on everything, so it’s a future that wasn’t expected but I’m really excited about it.”Alya has been at the forefront of some major storylines in recent years, including a money laundering scheme and helping her gran escape the clutches of Geoff Metcalfe’s abuse.And while it’s not confirmed what exactly the ‘different direction’ could be for her character, it’s sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.There’s more - she also vowed Alya has a few “demons”

Coronation Street's Kimberly Hart-Simpson wowed fans as she showcased a new look. The actress who plays Nicky Wheatley in the ITV soap drew compliments as she posted a picture of herself with a sleek shoulder-length bob style.

Coronation Street's Phill Whittaker (Jamie McKenna) has raise suspicions amongst viewers since he arrived in Weatherfield last year.He's a recently divorced man who caught the eye of fan favourite Fiz Stape (Jennie McAlpine) following her spit from Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall).In upcoming scenes, Phill tells Fiz that he can’t afford the renovation on the house now he’s lost his job.Fiz is further gutted when the estate agent reveals the sinkhole on the street is putting people off and she needs to drop the asking price.When the estate agent reveals that he’s lowered the price of No.9 on Tyrone’s instruction, Fiz and Phill are taken aback.Fiz thanks Tyrone and says she and Phill are going to move into the new house sooner and start some of the jobs themselves.Tyrone’s gutted to realise they’ll be leaving so soon.As spoilers tease Phill and Fiz's new life together, fans can't help but wonder what's next for the couple.Daily Star has taken a look at theories surrounding mysterious Phill.Some Corrie fans are convinced that Phill and Fiz will end up in a dark storyline.Fans of the ITV soap have raised concerns after watching Phill scrapping with Tyrone over Fiz.As some fans grow to love Phill, some are growing suspicious, worrying he may have a darker side to him.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "There's got to be something wrong with Phil, he's too nice.."A second person posted: "Phil is up to something or using Fiz."While a third social media user wrote: "Think Fiz new man maybe another Geoff" in relation to an historic domestic abuse storyline featuring Geoff Metcalfe and wife Yasmeen Nazir.Another added: "#Corrie has that Phil has a dark side? He just seems to be too good to be true.

Coronation Street star Paula Wilcox has explained that taxi drivers still recognise and give her flattering comments for her role in Man About The House.The 72-year-old actress was 24 when she landed her breakout role as Chrissy Plumber in the ITV sitcom.The show ran from 1973-1976, and despite it ending over 45 years ago, the corrie star still gets recognised.In an interview with Women’s Weekly Magazine, the actress said: “I get taxi drivers saying they used to be in love with me, and I say. ‘What do you mean, used to be?’”She continued: “It’s very flattering after all this time.”The 70s sitcom centred on a man who shared a flat with two single girls and was considered to be cheeky and daring for its time.Created by Brian Cooke and Johnnie Mortimer, the popular show also starred Richard O’Sullivan as Robin Tripp and Sally Thomsett as Jo.Wilcox acknowledged that Man About The House was “a lovely programme” and enjoys being recognised for a show that was “dear to people’s hearts.” The actress has since starred in several different TV series including Emmerdale, The Lovers, The Queen’s Nose and plenty more.

CORONATION Street star Paula Wilcox looks completely different since her star making role on Man About The House. The star who currently plays Elaine Jones on the ITV soap, rose to fame playing Chrissy Plummer in the 70s sitcom with Richard O’Sullivan and Sally Thomsett. She was just 24 when she joined Man About The House and still get recognised by taxi drivers from that role.

She sashayed her way back onto the famous cobbles as former sex worker Nicky Wheatley last week to cause drama for new couple Daniel Osbourne and Daisy Midgeley on Coronation Street.

Soap favourites star in a powerful video in a stand against domestic violence to mark International Women’s Day.

Coronation Street fans are sure they've spotted something which could change the dynamic of the street completely - and could make Stu a rich man indeed.Some eagle-eyed viewers are sure that the late villain Geoff Metcalfe could have left a rather hefty bag of money at the house he shared with wife Yasmeen, after stealing from her for months on end.And with formerly homeless Stu currently living under Yasmeen's roof, some think he could be set to find the bag of cash, which could make him very rich.Abuser Geoff was keen for his wife to save the pennies where she could, cutting down on food and cleaning costs while racking up big bills on escorts and expensive dinners for himself.So it makes sense that the money he stole from her Speed Daal business would have to end up somewhere.And after a throwaway comment made by Kelly Neelan on Monday's (February 7) episode, things look even more likely to kick off.As Stu said he had a surprise for Kelly, she joked: "Oh, are you gonna ping me a grand? Lovely, thanks!"Stu chuckled: "Oh, I wish!"But could a windfall be coming his way? One fan certainly seems to think so, as they shared: "My 75-year-old father very begrudgingly watches Corrie with me. He has convinced himself of a theory about Geoff."As we all remember, Geoff stole money from Yasmeen.

Coronation Street fans couldn’t believe what they were seeing during Ted’s funeral scenes in Friday night’s episode of the ITV soap.Viewers were sure they spotted iconic Corrie villain Geoff Metcalfe - who was killed off in 2020 - while Emma chatted to Ted’s grandson at the church.Geoff was reviled by viewers during his reign of terror on the cobbles, as he relentlessly abused his wife Yasmeen - locking her in his magician’s box, threatening her with a knife and cutting her off from friends and family.Though the hospital radio presenter started off as mild-mannered when he was introduced as Tim’s dad, things soon took a dark turn when Geoff’s controlling tactics came to the surface.He died by falling off a roof while Yasmeen and Alya looked on.But fans were sure that Geoff - played by Ian Bartholomew - made a cameo appearance in the soap in the congregation of mourners at Ted’s funeral.The elderly man died after Faye - Geoff’s granddaughter - hit him with her car, with Faye and Emma working together to cover up the tragic incident.And as Emma chatted to Ted's grandson in the church, a group of mourners could be seen chatting behind her.Taking to Twitter, one fan wrote: "That group of people behind Emma.