By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
Accept
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, RecapsSoap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • Days Of Our Lives
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • General Hospital
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • The Bold And The Beautiful
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • The Young And The Restless
    • Comings And Goings
    • Recaps
    • Spoilers
  • UK Soaps
    • Coronation Street
    • EastEnders
    • Emmerdale
  • Royal News
  • Web Stories
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, RecapsSoap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Home
  • Days Of Our Lives
  • General Hospital
  • The Bold And The Beautiful
  • The Young And The Restless
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Sitemap
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Soap Opera Daily. All Rights Reserved.
Soap Opera Daily - News, Spoilers, Celebrity Updates, Recaps > UK Soaps > Coronation Street > Coronation Street Icon Ken Barlow Confirms His Future On Soap!

Coronation Street Icon Ken Barlow Confirms His Future On Soap!

Last updated: April 5, 2025 8:04 pm
By Baishaly Roy Published April 5, 2025 1 comment
Share

Few names in British television are as deeply rooted in its cultural fabric as Coronation Street’s Ken Barlow. Bill has been a familiar face on our televisions for more than six decades, leading us through generations of Weatherfield drama. 

   
ken-future-coronation-street
CS/ Fans want to know Ken’s future on the show

But though he was just honoured with a tremendous accolade marking his enduring commitment, what fans most want to know is: what’s the future for Ken?

A Career Worthy of the Record Books

Last week, William Roache was awarded a lifetime achievement award at the high-profile Entertainment Agents’ Awards. 

ken-barlow-beginning-coronation-street
CS/ Ken Barlow began his journey in 1960s

The award honored his outstanding contribution to British entertainment – a career that has involved him playing Ken Barlow since Coronation Street’s first episode in 1960.

The 92-year-old actor has a Guinness World Record as the world’s longest-serving TV soap star. In accepting the award, Roache was full of thanks. 

ken-no-retirement-coronation-street
CS/ Ken Barlow has no plans of retiring

He said it was an immense privilege to be honored and looked back on what he described as a “wonderful career.” The actor reminisced about his extended stay on Coronation Street, saying the experience was “magical.”

Coronation Street: Claire Speaks Up About Co-Star

Claire Sweeney, who currently appears in the soap as Cassie Plummer, handed out the award. Reflecting on the moment, Claire said she was fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Roache. 

CS/ Claire talks about Bill

She described him as a legend and someone who is part of the very fabric of British television. She said Bill was incredibly astute, never forgetting a line, and always seemed to be one step ahead. 

Claire’s recent plotline with Roache was dramatic and intense. Her character, Cassie, had been employed as Ken’s carer but was threatened with losing that job when Ken told her he no longer required her services. 

CS/ Cassie spiked Ken’s tea

Not willing to give up the companionship or the pay packet, Cassie turned to secretly drugging Ken with antihistamines to keep him reliant on her.

Ken started falling ill over and over again, but it wasn’t until the truth about what had really happened to him emerged. 

cassie-tricks-revealed
CS/ Ken forgives Cassie

The community was against Cassie. Although she got caught out on her manipulation, Ken—being Ken—didn’t call the police.

Ken Barlow Isn’t Going Anywhere – And Neither Is Bill

In the midst of the celebration and the accolades, Roache addressed the question on fans’ minds—is he going to leave Coronation Street anytime soon?

CS/ Ken Barlow is staying

Reassuring the audience, the seasoned actor revealed that he’s still having a good time and has no intention of departing. He discussed his tremendous pleasure working with “incredible actors” over the years. 

Bill also indicated that he’s eager to be a part of the show for many more years to come. We hope the same for our Ken. For more such Coronation Street updtaes, keep following Soap Opera Daily. Stay tuned! 

TAGGED: Ken Barlow
Share This Article
Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Email Copy Link
1 Comment
  • Colleen Lomas says:
    April 8, 2025 at 2:48 pm

    Congratulations Ken. I have watched coronation Street since I was about 17 yrs old. I am 73 yrs old now and am still watching today. By far my all time favourite show.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Posts

HE’S BACK FOR BLOOD! Max Branning Returns To EastEnders And He’s Not Coming Quietly
EastEnders
Royal News: Kate looked stunning
VIRAL WINK! Emanuel Macron’s Wink At Kate Middleton Ignites Gossip Amid His Marriage Troubles!
Royal News
Emmerdale: Michael is grateful
TROPHY TALK! Emmerdale Star Michael Parr Opens Up On Iconic Victory!
Emmerdale
irene-home-and-away
Home and Away Legend’s Story Takes a Painful Turn as Lynne McGranger Bows Out
Home and Away
The trio faces fallout in Beyond the Gates!
Beyond the Gates Spoilers: Martin Spirals, Chelsea Risks It All, and the Articulettes Clash Again
Beyond The Gates

Related Strories

adam-alya-dee-dee-billy-coronation-street
Coronation Street

BACK AFTER FOUR MONTHS! Coronation Street Favourite’s Return Sparks More Drama Than Expected

By Baishaly Roy July 11, 2025
fare-lou-breakdown-coronation-street
Coronation Street

EXIT IS NEAR! Coronation Street Villain’s Emotional Goodbye Leaves Actor in Tears

By Baishaly Roy July 11, 2025
Maria-gary-reunites-coronation-street
Coronation Street

SHE KNOWS NOW! Coronation Street Victim’s Wifey Closes In On Lou – What’s Next?

By Baishaly Roy July 11, 2025
sarah-white-joins-coronation-street
Coronation Street

SHE’S BACK! Beloved Soap Star Slips Into Coronation Street for a Quickfire Cameo

By Baishaly Roy July 11, 2025
Show More
Soap Opera Daily Logo Dark Soap Opera Daily Logo Dark

Here at Soap Opera Daily, get all the latest Spoilers, Updates, Celeb News, and Recaps of General Hospital, Young and The Restless, Bold and The Beautiful, and Days Of Our Lives.

Quicklinks

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Sitemap
  • Meet The Team

Company

  • Disclaimer
  • Cookie Policy
  • Copyright Policy
  • Privacy Policy

Follow Socials

Part of the Winacle Network.
Copyright © Soap Opera Daily 2024. All Rights Reserved

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?