LEGENDARY Corrie actor Bill Roache has been featured on the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list.
Coronation Street actor William Roache has said he is “delighted” to have been made an OBE.
The 89-year-old, who holds the Guinness World Record for the longest-serving TV soap star in the world, has been honoured for his services to drama and charity.
“I’m delighted to be receiving an OBE as it’s such a wonderful honour. I can’t tell you how proud I am,” he said.
“Coronation Street has given me so much in life and I absolutely love the programme and everyone who works on the show.”
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