December 18th 2024.
Coronation Street has just released a heartfelt tribute to the talented Helen Worth, who has been gracing our screens for 50 years as the iconic Gail Platt on the popular ITV soap. The emotional video was originally created for the cast and crew, who gathered on the Viaduct Bistro set at the show's production base in October to honor the legend. And let me tell you, there wasn't a dry eye in the house - so make sure you have your tissues ready before hitting play!
In June, fans were shocked when Helen announced her departure from the show. She explained, "This year felt like the perfect time to leave the show after celebrating 50 years in the most wonderful job on the most wonderful street in the world." She had made the decision at the beginning of the year and spoke with the producers, who were incredibly understanding and supportive. Helen expressed her gratitude towards the incredible scripts, talented actors, and brilliant crew she has had the pleasure of working with over the years. "The past 50 years have flown by and I don't think the fact that I am leaving has quite sunk in yet," she added.
The video takes us on a trip down memory lane, starting with Gail's first scene in 1974 where she flirted with Ray Langton. She was initially portrayed as a feisty teenager and quickly became one of the show's most iconic characters. Throughout the years, she has been married to five of the street's men, starting with her first marriage to the incomparable Elsie Tanner. But it wasn't long before we met her estranged mother, Audrey Roberts, and Gail had two children with Brian Tilsley.
Her many weddings are a recurring theme in the video, including her second marriage to the much younger Martin Platt, with whom she had her son, David Platt. After her daughter Sarah's teenage pregnancy, Gail married dodgy financial advisor Richard Hillman, who turned out to be a serial killer. This tragic event led to the family being driven into a canal. And it seems that Brian, who passed away, will be making a return this Christmas as Gail receives a visit from beyond the grave!
In more recent years, Gail found love with debt-ridden Joe McIntyre, but their marriage was cut short when he died while faking his own death. She then had a short-lived marriage with burglar Michael Rodwell before falling for Jesse Chadwick, who she is set to marry this festive season. The couple is planning to start a new life in the south of France, and we can't wait to see how it all unfolds.
The video also explores Gail's turbulent relationship with her children and her ongoing feud with her neighbor, Eileen Grimshaw. It wouldn't be a proper tribute without mentioning each of Gail's husbands and her conflicts with Eileen, who happens to be Jesse's ex-girlfriend. And of course, the emotional scene where Gail reflects on the death of Aidan Connor is also included in the 8-minute spectacular.
It's safe to say that Gail's departure marks the end of an era for Coronation Street. We can't believe she's leaving, and we're sure fans will miss her dearly. If you have a soap or TV story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch by emailing us - we would love to hear from you. And make sure to join the community by leaving a comment below and staying updated on all things soaps on our homepage.
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