Bill Roache leads Anne Kirkbride tributes at NTAs
Bill Roache led tributes to Coronation Street's Anne Kirkbride at tonight's National Television Awards.
As the soap's Ken and Deirdre Barlow, they shared the screen for more than 40 years.
Coronation Street actress Anne Kirkbride dies at 60
Coronation Street actress Anne Kirkbride, who played Deirdre Barlow, has died at the age of 60.
A statement from the soap said: "It is with great sadness that David Beckett has confirmed tonight that his beloved wife and Coronation Street actress Anne Kirkbride has passed away peacefully in a Manchester hospital after a short illness."
The programme's cast and crew said they were "heartbroken and deeply saddened" at the loss of Anne who has been a Coronation Street icon for 44 years.
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EastEnders cast dedicate prize to the 'Weatherfield One'
Corrie actress Anne Kirkbride cast a long shadow over the NTAs with the cast of rival soap EastEnders even dedicating their prize to her.
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Bill Roache leads NTA tribute saying 'I love you Anne'
Her onscreen husband gave a touching tribute to actress Anne Kirkbride who died earlier this week.
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Favourite 'Deirdre' moments of ITV Corrie boss
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