Coronation Street Fans Recognize New Character from Previous TV Roles

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Coronation Street fans have spotted a familiar face among the show's recent newcomers. Josephine Lloyd-Welcome, who plays Dev's aunt Rani, made her first appearance on the soap last week, sending fans scrambling to Google her previous roles. Fans took to Facebook to discuss where they knew the actress from, with many recognizing her from her portrayal of an Indian doctor in the classic British sitcom "Only Fools and Horses." Others remembered her from a Maltesers advertisement. With the show experiencing plenty of drama, Rani's arrival is timely, as the fictional family navigates wedding plans and family feuds.

Key Takeaways:

  • Josephine Lloyd-Welcome, the actress playing Dev's aunt Rani, was recognized by fans for her previous roles in "Only Fools and Horses" and a Maltesers advertisement.
  • Rani's appearance is not the first time the actress has starred in Coronation Street, with previous appearances spanning from 2004 to 2009.
  • Sally Ann Matthews, another Coronation Street actress, announced she will be leaving the show after a long-standing career.
  • Matthews played the popular character Jenny Bradley, who first joined the show in 1986 but left in 1991 before returning permanently in 2015.

Statistics:

  • Coronation Street has been on the air since 1960.
  • Josephine Lloyd-Welcome has appeared in three episodes of Coronation Street over the last two decades.
  • Sally Ann Matthews has been a part of the Coronation Street cast since 2015.
  • Matthews has played the role of Jenny Bradley for over 34 years, first joining the show in 1986.

Sources:

  • Coronation Street ITV Facebook page, August 2
  • Sally Ann Matthews' Twitter announcement (no date)