I used to watch Coronation Street back in the days when Hilda, Stan and Eddie were good entertainment and Vera and the rest of the cast were brilliant i haven't watched for many years but Mrs Tea is still a regular viewer.
Liz Dawn: Coronation Street's Vera Duckworth dies at 77
Coronation Street legend Liz Dawn, who played Vera Duckworth in the soap for more than 30 years, has died.
Her family said they were "devastated" after the death of the "incredible" 77-year-old.
They added: "She has been the love, light and inspiration in our lives and we are bereft at her passing."
Dawn died at her home, surrounded by her family, on Monday night. ITV said everyone at Coronation Street was "heartbroken" at the news.
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