express.co.uk
90%
845
Coronation Street star thanks ITV for sending him to rehab as he addresses return to soap
Coronation Street star Kevin Kennedy, 58, has opened up about his desire to return to Weatherfield as he praised ITV for helping him battle an alcohol addiction.The actor played Curly Watts in the soap for 20 years.Kevin admitted he feared for his life during his battle with addiction, which led to him having a breakdown on set in 1998.The actor said he would have his first alcohol drink when he woke up and continued to booze throughout the day.At times, he would also take cocaine.After his breakdown on set, Kevin was temporarily written out of the soap and checked into a rehab clinic.Sean Connery wife: Is James Bond star married? Actor celebrates 90th“I will for ever be grateful to ITV for sending me to rehab and giving me a chance,” he