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Coronation Street has teased a new twist ahead for Adam Barlow after he is attacked by ex Lydia Chambers in upcoming scenes. The ITV soap released explosive spoiler photos over the weekend showing the moment Adam is left for dead after a deadly showdown with ex Lydia. And now Corrie has teased the aftermath of the dramatic scenes as Adam is rushed to hospital and later claims that he can't remember what happened.

His character is the son of a Coronation Street legend but off-screen, Rob Mallard has a very different life.

Coronation Street star Rob Mallard has spoken about the misunderstanding that surrounds those who suffer from an essential tremor.

Cobbles for three decades. The businessman arrived on Weatherfield in 1976 and was a key part in some of the soap's most famous story-lines.

Coronation Street, as she begins stalking him and members of his family.Intent on destroying his relationship with wife Sarah, what lengths will Lydia go to in future weeks? Only time will tell.Adam Barlow has become one of Coronation Street's most familiar faces, ever since returning to look after grandfather Ken Barlow in 2016, following Ken's stroke.He is one many Barlow family members to call Weatherfield their home throughout the years, but will Lydia's reign of terror rising, will he remain in the street for long?As viewers wait to see what happens, Daily Star takes a closer look at the famous Barlow family and the stars who play them.Ken Barlow is one of the original Coronation Street residents, becoming a familiar face to viewers throughout the generations.From the death of his first wife Valerie Tatlock, to the birth of his children and a longstanding feud with Mike Baldwin, fans have gone through all of Ken's ups and downs throughout the years.Not only is he one of Coronation Street's longest serving actors, but he also holds the Guinness World Record as the longest serving television star in a continuous role.

A whopping 21 years after leaving the cobbles of ITV’s Coronation Street, the original face of Adam Barlow is completely unrecognisable. Viewers who have watched the soap for a long time may remember that the role of Ken Barlow’s grandson has changed over the years. Originally the role was played by Iain De Caestecker before being recast to Sam Robertson who currently stars as Adam.

Coronation Street's original Adam Barlow actor is now totally unrecognisable 21 years on from his stint in the soap.Fans of the long-running hit ITV soap may recall that Ken Barlow's young grandson was originally played by Iain De Caestecker before eventually being recast as current actor Sam Robertson.Glaswegian Iain - now 34 - was just 14 years old when he was cast in the role appearing for an impressive 54 episodes before he was replaced by an older incarnation of the character in 2003.Iain, however, hasn't faded into insignificance over the years and has in fact since appeared in a string of big-name roles both in the UK and across the pond in the USA.The actor now sports a healthy display of facial hair alongside a cropped hairdo and has been seen in shows including BBC One's BAFTA-winning series The Fades and mini-series Us.He has also secured roles in the political thriller, Roadkill. as well as branching out into movies with parts in Shell, Lost River and Overlord.Perhaps his most notable achievement is becoming a series regular in Marvel TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D appearing in 126 episodes over seven seasons of the hit show.The popular series is set in the same universe as Avengers Iron Man, Thor and Captain America, with key characters from the box office smash movies crossing over into the show regularly.

Coronation Street favourite Adam Barlow (Sam Roberton) finds his freedom in jeopardy next week as Lydia Chambers takes her stalker plot to the next level.In the factory, Sarah confirms that Lydia won’t be returning to work after the latter makes out she's having an affair with hunky lawyer Adam.However, Adam assures partner Sarah that Lydia is telling a pack of lies.At the flat, Sarah demands dates and times from Lydia of when she supposedly had sex with Adam.When Sarah suggests it’s all lies, Lydia shows Sarah threatening texts, making out they’re from Ken Barlow's grandson Adam.Sarah points out they’re from a different number but when Lydia suggests she calls the number, Sarah’s shocked to find a phone ringing in Adam’s drawer.Adam arrives to find Sarah dumping his stuff outside. Can Adam talk his way out of this one?A desperate Adam calls at Lydia’s house asking to talk.Spotting a couple of passers-by, Lydia plays the victim and shouts at Adam to leave her alone, making out she’s scared.Lydia eventually opens the door but as Adam steps inside, he’s horrified to see she’s trashed her house in another elaborate bid to set him up.As he pulls out his phone to call the police, Lydia tells him it’s too late as they’re already here.Is Adam in more trouble?Elsewhere in Weatherfield, Emma Brooker spies on Ted’s grandson, Jon, in Freshco’s car park as he collects the trolleys.

Corrie's Sam Roberton has admitted he's thought about 'hanging up his suit' as solicitor Adam Barlow.

Coronation Street icon Eileen Derbyshire landed her role as Emily Bishop on the cobbles in 1961 before she left in 2016. The legendary actress, 90, who spent 55 years in Weatherfield as Emily Bishop which made her the longest-serving female cast member in a British soap, devastated fans where she departed to travel to Peru for charity work and reunite with her nephew Spider. At the time, Kym Marsh, who plays Michelle Connor, revealed that Eileen hadn't left the show for good but had taken a sabbatical.

Coronation Street fans have witnesses numerous faces come and go over the decades.While some popular residents, like veteran Ken Barlow (Bill Roache), have stuck around since day one, others have left and come back years later.As 2022 is set to be another dramatic year in Weatherfield, Daily Star has taken a look back at the stars who dramatically left the show but later decided to return.From the likes of fan favourite Tina O'Brien to soap icon Sally Ann Matthews, here are just a select few of the famous faces who just couldn't keep away from the Cobbles.Tina joined Coronation Street in 1999 as Sarah Platt at the age of 16 taking over from actress Lynsay King.Soapland was rocked when the beauty quit the show in 2007 after eight years.

Corrie fans have shared their excitement about a unlikely connection between two unrelated characters in the soap.

Coronation Street legend Bill Roache will celebrate his 90th birthday on the cobbles after bosses lined up a bumper pay deal.The six-figure contract will see him spend his landmark birthday on-screen next year.ITV chiefs are drawing up details for a 12-month paycheck for what will be his 62nd year on the show.His current deal, of more than £200,000 a year, expires before the end of this year.But TV sources say Corrie chiefs will do anything to keep him.

in Corrie to picking up awards for their acting roles since departing the famous cobbles. READ MORE: Let's take a look back and raise a toast to the sparkling ladies who have set the bar high.

Coronation Street viewers were left feeling rather baffled on Thursday night, after they noticed that David Platt's son Max Turner was being played by a completely different actor.

one professional has tested positive for coronavirus although the identity of the dancer is currently unknown. During the coronavirus pandemic, the BBC One show was one of few that were able to go ahead and continue but it wasn't without it's strict social distancing restrictions and some creative filming techniques.

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Coronation Street as Claudia Colby following the tragic death of Norris Cole.Claudia was last seen on the cobbles in April last year, after she split with her boyfriend Ken Barlow (William Roache.)Ken and Claudia had moved into a retirement complex where Norris also lived, but it wasn't long before Ken missed Weatherfield and made his return.Fans are hoping for a reunion between Claudia and Ken - but what has Rula been up to offscreen?The star has had a busy life - with multiple divorces and some unforgettable TV moments.Rula was one part of one of Celebrity Big Brother's most iconic (and cringeworthy) moments along with George Galloway, back in 2006.Viewers couldn't believe what they were seeing when the Scottish politician was pretending

Coronation Street fans were left in tears on Wednesday night as Weatherfield's residents discovered that Norris Cole had died. Norris, played by Malcolm Hebden, has been a key character on the cobbles since 1994 and he last paid a visit to the street in 2020.

Coronation Street fans were left in floods of tears on Wednesday, as Norris Cole's death was announced on the cobbles.Soap stalwart Norris, played by Malcolm Hebden, had attempted to contact his friends with some typical gossip - but when Ken Barlow called him back, he was shook to the core to hear a paramedic's voice on the phone instead.RIta, Mary and Ken all rushed to the hospital to attend their dear friend, but Freida delivered the tragic news that Norris had passed shortly before their arrival - but said it was "very peaceful".Rita echoed: "I just can't take it in", as Ken chimed in: "The fragility of life.

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