June 6th 2024.
Helen Worth, the iconic actress who has graced our screens on Coronation Street since the 70s, has always been an integral part of the show. But it's not just her on-screen presence that has made her a fan favorite. Recently, soap writer Daran Little shared a heartwarming anecdote about the moment he came out as gay to Helen, and her response was nothing short of amazing.
As a BAFTA-winning and Emmy Award-nominated television writer, Daran has been a part of the soap industry for many years. He has written countless episodes for shows like Coronation Street and EastEnders. And every now and then, he treats fans with behind-the-scenes stories and tidbits from his time on Coronation Street.
With the news of Helen's departure from the show later this year, Daran took to social media to share a special memory he had with the legendary actress. Along with a photo of himself and Helen, Daran wrote, "Want to know how wonderful Helen Worth is? She was the first person I came out to, sitting in tears in her dressing room. She held me tight and said, 'Your adventures are just beginning.' Wishing her all my love on her next adventure. We love her."
It's clear that Helen has not only been a beloved co-star, but also a supportive and caring friend to those she works with. And with her 50th anniversary on the show just around the corner, fans were saddened to hear that she will be leaving her role as Gail Platt. But as Helen herself said, "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."
Executive Producer Iain Macleod also had some kind words to say about Helen and her character, Gail. "The words 'legend' and 'icon' get used a lot these days but they genuinely do apply to Gail and to Helen Worth. However, given her humility, I know Helen won't thank me for saying so!" he said. "In Helen's hands, Gail has been a huge part of Coronation Street for five decades and at the centre of some of the most memorable storylines – often deriving from her catastrophically bad luck in choosing husbands!"
And it's true, Gail's ill-fated marriage to Richard Hillman was one of the most ground-breaking and unforgettable storylines in soap history. It solidified Gail's status as one of the greats on the show. As the matriarch of the Platt family, her relationships with her children and her mother Audrey are a perfect example of the complicated family dynamics that make the show so engaging. And Helen's dramatic and comedic skills have brought her character to life in such a captivating way.
Fans will surely miss seeing Helen on their screens every week, but we are grateful for the 50 years she has given us on Coronation Street. And we can't wait to see what new adventures she embarks on next.
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