Coronation Street is about to welcome another new face to Weatherfield, and this one has a special connection to Bernie Winter-Alahan. The latest casting news comes at a time when the soap is already going through several big cast changes.
While one popular character is getting ready to leave, another star has confirmed that he is staying. Here is everything we know so far. Scroll down for more information.
Frances Barber Joins Bernie’s Family Story
Coronation Street has reportedly cast actress Frances Barber in a guest role that is linked to Bernie Winter-Alahan. According to The Sun, Barber will play one of Bernie’s relatives. The soap has not shared any more details about her character or how she will arrive in Weatherfield.
ITV has not officially confirmed the news yet. Radio Times said it has contacted the broadcaster for a comment. Even so, fans are already excited to see Barber join the long-running soap.
Barber is best known to many viewers as Dolly Nolan in Whitstable Pearl. She has also appeared in popular shows such as Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner, Benidorm, Cold Feet, and Casualty.
Along with her television work, she has had a successful theatre career and has performed in several Royal Shakespeare Company productions, including Chekhov’s The Seagull.
Another Big Cast Change Is On The Way
The news of Barber’s casting comes soon after Coronation Street confirmed that Mollie Gallagher is leaving the soap after almost seven years. Gallagher joined the show in 2019 as Nina Lucas and has become one of the show’s most loved characters.
She is leaving Weatherfield to take on the role of Clarice Starling in the UK and Ireland tour of Silence of the Lambs. Speaking about her exit, a Coronation Street spokesperson told Radio Times: “Mollie has created a unique and well-loved character in Nina over the past six and a half years and everyone will be sorry to see her go.
“It is fantastic for Mollie that she has been given this incredible opportunity to play such an iconic role and we wish her all the best for the theatre tour.” With Frances Barber getting ready to appear as a member of Bernie’s family, we’re excited. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Coronation Street spoilers and behind-the-scenes updates.