EN. However, Casey has no intention of forgetting anything, manipulating Ashley into having an affair. Ashley grew up believing Fred was his uncle and Beryl was his mother. Ashley tells Kelly that he's not weak and is stunned when she slams the door in his face. John Savident - Fred Elliott John (left) played the hilarious Fred Elliott Don't Miss "I say, I say" John Savident played cheeky chappy Fred Elliott from 1994 until 2006. Ashley tries to search for a way out and realises he is seriously injured when he coughs up blood. He almost took her back in but in the end sent her on her way. Kelly asks Rita to persuade Fred to take Ashley back as Ashley's too scared to approach Fred. Eventually, Claire persuades Ashley to make Matt an offer of limited access which he accepts but ends up delivering Claire's baby when she goes into labour and congratulates Ashley on becoming a father himself. Fred is annoyed by the new masterful Ashley and blames Kelly for changing him but she tells him that it's Don's fault. Ashley found out that Fred was his dad and they forged a close bond, even moving in together at 4 Coronation Street which Fred bought from Mavis Wilton after the death of her husband Derek. She was after his money - working with Dennis Stokes, an acquaintance of Fred's. Mike hears startling news from Maggie. His relationship with Vera, an amusing mix of nagging, heated rows and scraps underpinned with a genuine love for each other, had viewers enthralled. Savident created the role of Monsieur Firmin in the original production of Phantom of the Opera, which opened on 9 October 1986 at Her Majesty's Theatre in Haymarket, London. Northern Ireland Assembly. Having first appeared in 1966, Bet left the cobbles in 1995 when she was forced to flee because of her spiralling debts. Assembly Business. Offers end on 28th February every main street and bankruptcy and relocate to their father's home not far away. Ashley refuses to move again, but suddenly feels a pain in his chest. Last year, Helen took toInstagramto discuss her famous spell in the jungle. Bill decided to leave the soap because of multiple health problems and due to son Carl being diagnosed with a brain tumour. He then tries to call Claire but gets no reply. Ashley asks for time off as he has enteritis. Whilst she is gone, Aadi and Simon have a fight and Aadi hits his head and later collapses and is rushed to hospital. In order to put her ordeal behind her, Claire asks Ashley if they can move away from Weatherfield for a fresh start. Ashley takes over the running of his father's shop. Since leaving the soap, John has starred in pantomimes and on stage. Corrie writers quickly cobbled together a departure storyline for his ex-character - with Todd going on the run from the law after assaulting a police officer. Ashley's Uncle Fred, he was a butcher, the owner of the Rovers and the victim of a fake Thai bride scam. more times than the celebrity booker on Patrick Kielty Live. Don advises Ashley to be masterful with Kelly. Ashley is the son of Fred Elliott (John Savident) and Kathleen Gutteridge (Elizabeth Rider). Liz Dawn and Bill Tarmey, who played Jack and Vera Duckworth for many years, Liz Dawn was a much-loved member of the cast, John (left) played the hilarious Fred Elliott, Kevin Kennedy still wears those trademark glasses, Bet leaves Coronation Street in a taxi in 1995, Rosie Webster was played by Helen Flanagan, Bruno Langley (right), pictured with on-screen mum Sue Cleaver and brother Ryan Thomas, had been in Coronation Street for 17 years, Ryan Thomas and Lucy Mecklenburgh have welcomed a baby boy, Katie McGlynn won an NTA for Best Drama P, Julie starred in the third series of Broadchurch, Paula Lane (right) had a heartbreaking Corrie death. Affairs, murders, secrets and lies have kept us on the edge of our seats, but the soap's comedy has also had us in stitches across more than 10,000 episodes. Before finding love with Tisha, 28, Alan was married to Lucy-Jo Hudson, 38. Ashley stands by Claire during her ordeal and they reconcile when she is allowed home. Emily tells Ken that she's not going to tell tales on Kelly but admits Ashley stayed the night. He wept in the dock as he was handed the sentence, as the judge told him it will be "difficult" for him to ever work as an actor again. IT is two years since John Savident locked his Coronation Street dressing room for the final time, walked out of the Granada Studios . However, when it transpired that Eve was still married to Ray, Fred threw her out. In October 2006, Ashley is devastated when Fred dies of a stroke. Rita returned to Weatherfield full-time in 1972. [6], In December 2005, Savident announced that he was to leave Coronation Street citing (undisclosed) "personal reasons". Ashley confesses to using their savings to keep the butcher's shop going so Claire discusses housing options with Sally when she mentions that her daughters, Rosie (Helen Flanagan) and Sophie Webster (Brooke Vincent), are getting too old to share a room. In January 2003, Maxine is murdered by Richard Hillman (Brian Capron), leaving Ashley devastated. Dizzy blonde Raquel left her husband Curly Watts in tear-jerking scenes in 1996 which were watched by 20 million people, while more than 22 million saw their wedding. Episode #1.3744: Directed by Mervyn Cumming. He was the first contestant to be kicked out of Strictly Come Dancing 2007 and now makes regular appearances on Loose Women. Ashley and Maxine decide to have a baby and after months of trying, it is discovered that Ashley needs minor surgery. In 1999, Ashley and Maxine get back together, and finally marry in September. She regretted saying no to him all those years ago! In 1997, Fred married Maureen Holdsworth (Sherrie Hewson) but Maureen quickly tired of Fred's overbearing nature and plans for their future and left him a week after the wedding. "These are all things that I need to do because I feel like I haven't done them yet.". Ashley is reluctant at first but agrees. Most recently, the award-winning actress has starred alongside Dawn French in The Trouble with Maggie Cole and The A Word. "It could be stage, it could be TV, or I could disappear and start learning my craft start from the bottom and do some acting classes again," he told Digital Spy. Dependable that the people of Weatherfield went to buy their meat from. EX-CORRIE star Steven Arnold still misses his character Ashley Peacock - six years after leaving the show. Jack dies from cancer two weeks later and at his funeral, Ashley comforts Claire. "He was a gentle giant and I will miss him so much. He made his first appearance during the episode airing on 26 August 1994. This caused Ashley to suspect that Graeme may actually be possessed by his late father, the thought bringing a bit of comfort to him. John Savident played Fred Elliot from 1994 until 2005 when he decided to quit the soap. Ashley tells Kelly that Ken puts on her but she accuses him of being selfish. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. Eventually, Maxine moves in with Ashley at No.4 - Fred's house. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. You can catch-up now through the ITV Hub. When Claire returns home she apologises to Ashley for forcing him to move and tells him that she will move to France alone, with Joshua and Freddie and leave him behind. Sean made a brief return to Corrie last year when Martin came to help son David. In 2000, after transferring the butcher shop to 14 Victoria Street he formed a partnership with Mike Baldwin and Duggie Ferguson to buy the Rovers. Anglo-American Nobel Prize winning poet TS Eliot (1888 - 1965) has a drink with his second wife Valerie after arriving from Boston to meet press at host John Nef's house, Chicago, 1959. Ashley's funeral was held on 16 December 2010, off-screen. Later, Joshua feeds Freddie one of Ashley's pills and Claire panics and takes Freddie to hospital. Ashley and Claire leave the ceremony and Claire shouts at Sophie as they walk past her for letting everyone believe that she is a liar. Believing he is having a heart attack, Claire rushes him to hospital. It wasn't just Helen's campmates who grew frustrated, as the crew were annoyed that they were putting so much effort into planning the trials for their efforts to be wasted. She gives him a cup of tea and is pleased to discover that he's not going out with anyone. Born in 1938, Fred was a Master Butcher, his shop being situated on Nelson Street, and first appeared in the Street as part of the Weatherfield delegation to their French twin town. Ashley and Claire accompany Graeme to the hospital and Ashley believes Claire is having second thoughts about leaving. Fred advises Ashley to show Kelly he's the boss by grabbing her for a kiss. Did Fred Elliott marry Maureen? "Right so I'm just catching up now on I'm A Celebrity," the 30-year- old said, "Just the thought of when Ant and Dec come on and say, 'For this challenge', it just gives me the fear. He starred in the 2012 Holby City Christmas special and voiced a character in Doctor Who audio-drama Order of the Daleks. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. Ashley recovers and goes ahead with the fight but a riot breaks out amongst the spectators. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Ashley Sibelius Peacock is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street. But the burning question is: Did Fred get married to Audrey's love. Sean then returned to the school in Nantwich, Cheshire, where he learnt his trade as a lecturer in a bid to pass on his cheese expertise. (Final line, to Audrey Roberts). He recovers and Aadi's parents, Dev (Jimmi Harkishin) and Sunita Alahan (Shobna Gulati), tell the police Claire was babysitting. As a youngster, he grew up at 22 Ashchurch Grove, next door to the Mottersheads and their daughter Suzie - who later became Ken Barlow's head teacher at Weatherfield Comprehensive. He also bought the Rovers Return pub for her to work in. Maud worked in the Corner Shop with Maureen and later with her son-in-law Fred Elliott ( John Savident) and his son Ashley Peacock ( Steven Arnold ). Kevin Kennedy played the lovable Curly Watts for 20 years on Corrie. Kevin Webster married Alison Wakefield on Corrie in 2000 (pictured with Kevin's daughters Sophie and Rosie) Those with a long memory, and encyclopaedic Corrie knowledge, would know straight away. They have two children. Rita asks Fred to give Ashley a second chance but he tells her to let him run his business his way. He finds out that man is her former partner who's she's still legally married to. Portrayed by Barbara Knox the character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 2 December 1964. Rita explains to Kelly that she had no luck with Fred in getting Ashley's job back. John Savident (born 21 January 1938) is a British actor, known for his numerous television roles, including his portrayal of Fred Elliott in the soap opera Coronation Street from 1994 to 2006. He has won a gold medal at the British Cheese Awards and was on the judging panel at the International Cheese Awards and The Global Cheese Awards. The roof starts to collapse and Ashley is trapped but holds the ceiling up long enough for Nick to pass Peter out to safety. Sadly, Bill died in Tenerife from a heart attack in November 2012 at the age of 71. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Ashley and Kelly plan to spend the night together at No.1 in Ken Barlow's (William Roache) absence. In November 2005, Fred challenges another butcher, Eddie Maddocks, to a boxing match between Ashley and Eddie's son, Marvin, a local boxing champion. In 1999, Fred let slip to Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) that Ashley is actually his son and Beryl confirmed it. Kelly is upset that Ashley is trying to act macho. Ashley spends the night with Kelly at No.1. . They got engaged in June 2019 and recently welcomed their first child together, Roman Thomas. With Bryan Mosley, Sue Nicholls, Paul Angelis, John Savident. 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After ten years on the soap, Craig left in 2015 to concentrate on filming the new series of Red Dwarf. (Photo by Phil Noble - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images) Embed PURCHASE A LICENSE Standard editorial rights The roof then gives way and Ashley is crushed to death. My products are going nationwide. Fiz Stape (Jennie McAlpine) and Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) were finally married in tonight's Christmas instalment of Coronation Street (25th December) - but not until after a series of. Played by John Savident from 1994 to 2006 the much-loved gregarious character, who died of a. The DJ has dabbled in radio, hosting The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show and Craig Charles At Teatime on BBC Radio 6. She hadn't been in touch with her family for years but when Linda's brother, and Eve's son, Dean. Tags: Coronation Street. Don shows Ashley around No.5. Having abandoned her husband Ray and children Jimmy, Linda and Ryan in the late 1980s, Eve regained contact with her family in 2000 after Dean was shot and killed in an armed robbery at Freshco supermarket. Langley's Corrie contract ended before the trial in October 2017 - and he did not get to film an exit. Claire then goes to stay with her mother and leaves Joshua and Freddie with Ashley. ", *Coronation Street: 60 Unforgettable Years airs tonight on ITV at 8.30pm, Don't miss out on the biggest soaps gossip! [1] Ashley was a victim of the tram crash and died as part of the show's 50th-anniversary episode in December 2010. While Mike felt guilty and tried to reconcile Fred didn't want to hear any of his apologies. Something went wrong, please try again later. After Fred's first wife Sybil had died in 1975, Fred became romantically involved with Kathleen Gutteridge, a young worker in Elliott's shop in Nelson Street. Storylines [ edit] Nowadays Sarah is best known her her role as Catherine Cawood in Happy Valley and Caroline McKenzie Dawson in Last Tango in Halifax. However, he accepts the support of Audrey's daughter, Gail (Helen Worth), Richard's wife. When Claire is questioned, she tells the police about Sophie and Sian babysitting. This caused Fred a lot of anxiety but on his wedding day, he rushed from the church to see Audrey and told her gently that he was marrying Bev, whom he loved. Savident was one of the readers on the BBC's online Advent Calendar in December 2006. A list of weddings which have featured in Coronation Street storylines since 1960. Some much-loved and reviled actors have appeared on the cobbles over the last 60 years - with some becoming mega stars and others having their lives go drastically downhill. She married Ashley in 1999 but cheated on him with GP Matt Ramsden (Stephen Beckett). Her dramatic exit stunned viewers in 2016 when Tina was brutally murdered by Rob Donovan in an explosive storyline. Ashley and his wife Maxine lived there until Maxine died and then Claire Casey the nanny moved in, eventually marrying Ashley and completing the family with the birth of Freddie, a new grandson in July 2006. Fred was introduced on a recurring basis, before returning full-time in 1996. He goes into the office to say goodbye to Peter. Six years after his much-loved butcher character died. (First line, to Ken Barlow), "Be happy, I say. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born January 21, 1938 Add to list Awards 1 win & 1 nomination Photos Known for Coronation Street 5.6 TV Series Fred Elliott Claire becomes suspicious, as Casey had stayed with Ashley while she was away, and she asks Ashley if he had slept with Casey but he denies it. Some 20 million people watched his dramatic exit from the soap in 2003 after he went on a killing spree then drove the Platts into a lake. After a confrontation Linda decided to leave, stating that it had been a mistake for her to have returned in the first place and blaming Evelyn for the way Dean had turned out, but she was eventually convinced to stay until after the burial when the hearse arrived. Fred longed to be married again and in 1997 Maureen Holdsworth became his wife. Ashley likes it but Kelly is wary of Don. He is also known for his performance as Monsieur Firmin in the West End debut of The Phantom of the Opera and The Lion King. The Peacocks' departure tied in with the show's 50th anniversary celebrations. Helen had a very memorable experience on I'm A Celebrity in 2012 when she was voted to take part in almost every trial by the public. Paula decided to leave the cobbles to go on maternity leave for her second child - and announced she would not be returning. Fred then married barmaid Eve Sykes (Melanie Kilburn) in 2001. Be happy." [2] He also had other television appearances in The Saint, Callan and Doctor Who . Fred was killed off in October 2006; the character made a final, posthumous appearance in the episode following his death in an open casket. In 2001, Eve married butcher Fred Elliott, with Fred buying the Rovers and making her licensee. Maureen Elizabeth Webster (ne Grimes, previously Naylor, Holdsworth and Elliott) was the four-times-married daughter of Maud Grimes and owner of the corner shop from 1994 to 1997. Sarah Louise is distressed by Nick and Martin's rowing. Also pictured are guests Maxine and Ashley Peacock ( Tracy Shaw and Steven Arnold). "a SPENCER A fictional character, TONY BRIGHTWELL DI Nicki Jennings EMUN ELLIOTT good breath of fresh air with the . [9], He guest-starred in the Christmas special episode of Holby City in 2012, playing patient Rupert Pool. Linda also attended the funeral accompanied by her friend Karen Phillips for moral support as she hadn't been back to the area in ten years. He was the local butcher for over a decade, before . "[3][bettersourceneeded], Fred has been opined as the second best Coronation Street character by The Guardian, and has been described by them as "the big, bald ballsack who said everything twice, and boomingly, started out as a comic gargoyle and became ever sweeter: I said, became ever sweeterJohn Savident's performance made his failed love affairs moving and his death on his wedding day a calamity. Aadi and Kelly have their eye on the prize of a luxury holiday in Coronation Street next week - but they have to pretend to be getting. The world's longest-running television soap, Coronation Street focuses on the everyday lives of working-class people in Manchester, England. After some panto roles, Ryan appeared in Neighbours before entering the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2018. Ryan Thomas was only 16 when he made his debut on Corrie in December 2000 as Jason Grimshaw. A year or so later, Fred discovered Orchid beaten and being admitted to hospital. The fiery Rovers landlady was known for her extravagant outfits and big beehive hair. Alan found out that Fiona had been unfaithful, Sharon found out that Ian had been unfaithful, Danny refused to go through with it after Sally confessed to sleeping with ex-husband, Sunita found out that Ciaran didn't want to marry her, Registrar refused to perform the ceremony as Becky was drunk, Sophie couldn't say her vows. Ashley calls an ambulance and has to restrain Graeme's girlfriend, Tina McIntyre (Michelle Keegan), David's ex-girlfriend, from attacking David. Coronation Street's Fred Elliot (John Savident) with his new bride Eve Sykes (Melanie Kilburn) after they are married in the hit soap based in Manchester. The 77-year-old was surrounded by her heartbroken family, including devoted husband of over 50 years Don Ibbotson, who said they were bereft at losing their inspiration. He will always be remembered by everyone he came into contact with because he was such a kind and generous man. Coronation Street Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. When Ashley arrives, he is horrified to see Casey has photos of him everywhere. On his wedding day, Fred went to seek Audrey's blessing for the union, and it was at her home that he suffered a massive stroke and died without making it to the altar. He then helps Nick free Peter who is buried under debris and badly injured. But Prestwich-based Casey Lee Jolleys is not just any young actress. Coronation. He leaves a message on her phone telling her that he loves her and is looking forward to going to France with her and the boys. The character has been referred to several times since his death. Eve Elliott in Coronation Street - also known as Eve Sykes - was the mother of Linda Baldwin. Bronson, 70 - who is dubbed one of Britain's most violent offenders - has been in prison for much of the last 50 years. In the week that followed a funeral was organised by Ray, and Evelyn decided that she would attend after reading about Dean's death in the paper. Bill Tarmey kept millions entertained with his warm and amusing portrayal ofhen-pecked husband Jack Duckworthfor 30 years. When she first returned to Weatherfield, Rita was in a relationship with a chap called Harry Bates. Although Ashley was slightly amused by the prank, he requested Graeme stop speaking like his father as she still deeply missed him. Casey becomes obsessed with Ashley and is prepared to do anything to get his attention, eventually kidnapping Freddie and takes him to her house, knowing Ashley would come to get him. In 2004 Fred fell out with his friend Mike Baldwin (Johnny Briggs) when he had an affair with his girlfriend Penny King. Tim Oglethorpe. Savident's neck was pierced twice in a struggle with Smith; one of the wounds only missed the main artery in Savident's neck by less than an inch, and sliced straight through a minor blood vessel. Ashley is forced to sleep on the sofa and later gets drunk in The Rovers. Fred then married barmaid Eve Sykes (Melanie Kilburn) in 2001. . Initially, Ashley and Kevin are reluctant to move but are persuaded to do so by their wives. One of the saddest deaths in Corrie history, poor Sinead lost her battle with cancer in the arms of husband Daniel. This strengthened their bond and Fred eventually renamed the shop Elliott & Son. Claire is enthusiastic and agrees but Ashley changes his mind about moving, not wanting to leave the country. Savident had met Smith in Napoleon's, a gay bar, following a personal appearance at an event for World AIDS Day. Fred's relationship with Kathleen started after he became a widower in 1975. Eventually Ashley falls in love with Zoe and sets out to be a provider for her and her baby daughter, Shannon. He gives her a charm bracelet to remember him by. For his portrayal of Ashley, Arnold was nominated in the category of "Most Popular Actor" at the 1999 National Television Awards. Left in: 1997 On-screen exit plot: Maureen's marriage to Fred Elliott lasted all of five minutes before she got cold feet, but she soon bounced back by finding solace with Bill Webster and heading . Five years after Anne's death her name still remains on her dressing room door as a tribute. While he avoided prison, Langley was handed a 12-month "high-level" community order, slapped with an electronic tag, told he must sign the sex offenders' register for five years and pay 250 in compensation to each victim. Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera Coronation Street, played by Sue Nicholls. [8] He appeared on Loose Women on 19 March 2009 to discuss his part as Sir Joseph Porter in the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta HMS Pinafore, which toured the United Kingdom during the spring and summer of 2009. She is put out. Later in 1995, Fred started to become a Street regular, along with his "nephew" Ashley Peacock, his assistant at his shop. Hayley Cropper has a place in all of our hearts. It was agreed that Kathleen would leave the baby boy with Fred's childless sister, Beryl Peacock and her husband Sam. Liz Dawn trod the cobbles as feisty Vera Duckworth for 34 years starting in 1979. In September 2002, Smith, by then aged 30, was sentenced to seven years in prison. Ashley's plans to go out with Kelly are spoiled when Don drags him onto a poker game. Julie first played the first transgender character in a UK soap in 1998 and spent 15 years on the cobbled as Roy's wife. Yer lookin' well." Ashley sees Joshua and Freddie regularly but it is clear that Claire is angry and hurt by his actions. Peter apologises to Ashley. Frederick Handel "Fred" Elliott was a local businessman, butcher and publican. Fred tells Ashley about Kathleen and her reluctance to be a mother at a young age. Due to having no true role model the youngest son Dean Sykes went off the rails and in October 2000 he held numerous residents of Coronation Street hostage at a Freshco supermarket, alongside his friend Lenny Larkin, before being shot dead by policewoman Emma Taylor. She is embarrassed when Sally Webster (Sally Dynevor) matchmakes between them. Ashley realizes that he needs help looking after Joshua and hires a nanny, Claire Casey (Julia Haworth). In 2017 he landed a lucrative deal with Asda to supply supply his award-winning product to nearly 200 branches. Also pictured are guests Maxine and Ashley Peacock ( Tracy Shaw and Steven Arnold). This relationship also ended badly for Fred, as within months he discovered that Evelyn was a bigamist and threw her out. Ashley had to cope with losing his father and people gossiping about why Fred had been at Audrey's house. Coronation Street continues on ITV tomorrow night from 7.30pm. "I remember as well when they used to explain things to me about the trials, I'd panic because I'd be so scared like when they used to talk to me about things I wouldn't even process because I'd be so worked up.". A list of weddings which have featured in Coronation Street storylines since 1960. Fred was further embittered towards Mike when he introduced him to Stacy Hilton who conned him by playing on his feelings. [4][5] He made his first appearance on the show in 1994 and his character quickly became popular with viewers. Having spent 17 years on the cobbles, the shamed actor was booted off the ITV soap after he groped two women by the crotch and breasts on a boozy night out in Manchester. After leaving the cobbles in 2003, Kevin launched an addiction recovery charity to help others with addictive and mental health disorders after being on his own journey of recovery from alcohol addiction for 22 years. The wedding was all set to go. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Fred was originally scheduled to have a small part in the live 40th anniversary episode broadcast on 8th December 2000, but the character was written out when actor John Savident was advised by doctors not to appear, as he was recovering from neck wounds sustained in a knife attack. She went on to star in ITV drama Where The Heart Is, BBC comedy Bloomin' Marvellous and an episode of Doctor Who. Curly Watts and Emma went on to get married (Image: ITV) When it seemed like he was . [3], Following his departure, Arnold claimed that he believed his character's death was as of a result of his "boozing" and "bad time-keeping", which resulted in him receiving multiple warnings over his lack of professionalism.[3]. Kelly and Ashley have to cancel an evening out in Blackpool as Ken has an emergency meeting. In the late 1980s, Evelyn walked out on her family as she felt unappreciated by her husband Ray Sykes, who was often in and out of prison. Rita Sullivan (ne Littlewood, previously Fairclough) is a long-standing character in the UK television ITV soap opera, Coronation Street. Savident has been married to Rona Hopkinson since 1961; the couple have two children and several grandchildren. How old is Evelyn from Coronation Street? "I was horrified when I heard what Id done. John left for "personal reasons" and Fred met a heartbreaking end when he died from a stroke after seeing Audrey Roberts. *Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Fandom will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Sadly, Jean passed away just three days after her 90th birthday in October 2016. Ken returns from the course to find Ashley wearing his dressing gown. Coronation Street Wiki. Rita doesn't want it as she doesn't want to be obligated to Fred. Craig took part in the 2014 edition of I'm A Celebrity but left after four days after being told his brother Dean has died suddenly from a heart attack. Coronation Street fans have been left baffled over Sharon's mention of Fred Elliott in Wednesday night's episode (June 10).