Common questions

What happened to Martin Platt in Corrie?

What happened to Martin Platt in Corrie?

Actor Sean Wilson was axed from Coronation Street when a major storyline conference decided the character of Martin had been “played out”. He claimed he was dropped from the show, due to his refusal to portray a storyline in which Martin would be jailed for having a relationship with an underage girl.

How did Les and Janice leave Corrie?

She breaks up with Les after having an affair with Dennis Stringer (Charles Dale) late in 2001, who is seeing Eileen Grimshaw (Sue Cleaver) at the time. Les is so upset that he attempts suicide on New Year’s Day, and while driving him to hospital, they collide with another car.

Did Martin Platt lose his job because of Les Battersby?

He made life hell for nurse Martin Platt during his hospital visit, and stole drugs from the unlocked trolley. He overdosed and had to have his stomach pumped. He insisted Martin was to blame, and Martin resigned when the hospital believed Les’ lies over his own verdict.

Why did Les Battersby leave Corrie?

Les, played by actor Bruce Jones, left Corrie in 2007. He’d been on the soap for a decade when he was suspended from the soap. Bruce was accused of drunkenly revealing storylines to an undercover reporter. Les didn’t get an official exit storyline, but Chesney and Leanne mention him from time to time.

Who did Gail Platt marry in Coronation Street?

She was married to to Brian Tilsley from 1979-1988; Martin Platt from 1991-2000; Richard Hillman from 2002 until his death the following year; Joe McIntyre from 2010 until his death the same year; and Michael Rodwell from 2015 until his death the following year.

Why did Gail sell her house to David?

But after she was conned by Lewis Archer of her life savings, Gail was forced to sell the house. David with the help of his grandmother Audrey stepped in to buy it from her, and she was allowed to stay in the house with them. They even built her a granny flat in the garage so she could have her own room again.

What happened to Greg Les Battersbys son?

Gregory Paul Kelly was a character in Coronation Street from Ep 4378 – 1 Apr 1998 to Ep 4612 – 16 May 1999. He was the son of Les Battersby by a fling he had in 1971. In the end he was arrested in May 1999, and never saw Sally again. Greg was played by Stephen Billington.

What happened to actor who played Les Battersby?

In March 2007, he was suspended from Coronation Street after allegedly getting drunk with an undercover reporter, making inappropriate comments and revealing future storylines. It was confirmed in May that he would not be returning to the show, and would be suspended until his contract ended in September.

Who was Gail Platts dad?

Richard Hillman
Jason Grimshaw
Gail Platt/Father

Who lives in Des Barnes House now?

It is bought by Yasmeen Nazir, who moved in with her husband Sharif, son Kal and grandchildren Alya and Zeedan. Kal tragically dies a hero whilst saving Leanne Tilsley and Amy Barlow from a fire which started inside 12 Victoria Court in May 2015. 2016 sees Zeedan’s girlfriend Rana Habeeb moves in with the family.

How much money does David Platt make?

David Platt Net Worth & Salary: David Platt is a religious leader with a net worth of $ 11 million. David Platt was born on July 11, 1979 in Atlanta.

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