November 27th 2024.
As we continue to follow the drama on Coronation Street, we can't help but look back at some of the funniest moments that have happened over the years. From Gail Platt's iconic singalongs to her epic street fight with Eileen Grimshaw, she has definitely had her fair share of comedic moments during her 50 years on the show.
Recently, Gail's on-screen family opened up about their funniest memory on set with actress Helen Worth, who plays Gail. Jack P. Shepherd, who portrays Gail's son David Platt, shared a hilarious moment from 2016 where they were all struggling to get through a scene without bursting into laughter.
This particular scene involved the Platt family and Nick Tilsley, played by Ben Price, as they faced off against the family of Bethany Platt's school bully, Lauren. Things escalated quickly and the tension was high, but what really broke the actors was when the family insulted Sarah's baby son Harry, calling him "ugly." Jack recalls how they all lost their composure and couldn't stop laughing, even though the family they were acting with took their roles very seriously.
Fellow co-star Ben Price added that it was like being in trouble at school and trying not to laugh, but only making it worse. It just goes to show the great chemistry and fun they have on set, even during intense scenes.
In June, Helen announced that she would be leaving the show after 50 years, with her character Gail's departure set to air over the Christmas season. Originally, Gail's exit storyline involved reuniting with her ex-husband Martin Platt, but after actor Sean Wilson unexpectedly left the show, the story had to be rewritten. In the end, John Thomson was brought back to play Jesse Chadwick, and the couple is set to tie the knot on Christmas Day before leaving the cobbles for good.
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On a recent episode of the On the Sofa podcast, Jack also shared how he initially mistook a call from Helen about her decision to leave as a "butt dial." He recalls ignoring the call but eventually realizing something was up when he received a text from co-star Tina O'Brien. Helen then confirmed that she was leaving after 50 years on the show, feeling like she had done her time.
Despite the sadness of losing a beloved cast member, Jack was happy for Helen and her decision to move on. He praised her for her dedication and hard work, saying that 50 years in any job is a long time.
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