Julia said: Raquel would be my dream comeback. Sarah was born in Oldham, Lancashire, and is the daughter of late television script writer, Geoffrey Lancashire, who was best known for his work on the soap Coronation Street and sitcoms such as . For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Sarah Lancashire is a British actress - seen here in Talking Heads. There was a real energy that buzzed around the air at that time. It was the first episode to feature only two characters in Corries history. This led to her appearing in more and more episodes and although she has stated numerous times that she is grateful to the Street and enjoyed her time working on it (particularly acting opposite Kevin Kennedy who played screen husband Curly Watts), she found the demands of the role exhausting and disliked the attendant publicity she garnered, being quoted as saying, Its a goldfish bowl and I do not want to live my life in the public eye.. A third added: Someone once said to me that when you cone out of a really good film, you want to walk like the main character walks. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. OK! Ill always remember our time as teenagers with big dreams. Simple as that. Its been 40 years since Sarah and I first met back in a local theatre workshop in Manchester and later studied a foundation course in drama at Oldham College. Production didnt resume until the summer of 2021, leaving mum of three sarah stranded in America and unable to see her family back in Britain. In 1985, I got a role on Coronation Street as Martin Platt and six years later Sarah joined as Raquel Wolstenhulme. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Something went wrong, please try again later. Shes since stated that it has been one of the roles shes most proud of and the one that has seen her receive the most fan letters for. browser that It's hard to believe Sarah left Coronation Street as long ago as 1996 (although she came back for one last episode in 1999) because fans still remember Raquel and Curly Watts' love story with. Community content is available under. However the road to success has not been easy. 5. Shes best known for Coronation Street and Happy Valley, but Sarahs acting CV is pretty extensive. The pair previously played legendary cobbles characters Raquel Watts and landlady Bet Lynch. Support GBH. Watch on supported devices. Viewers will undoubtedly be eagerly awaiting Lancashire's next big role. Though it launched the actors TV career, many fans are just discovering this fact thanks to a TikTok video which has gone viral over the weekend. Hes currently CCO of TV production company Endemol Shine. The pair had known each other for over 30 years when the first series of Happy Valley was being made, but theyre not related in real life. Sarah, who became a recognised face on TV when she played barmaid Raquel Wolstenhulme on Coronation Street, has won herself a huge new fan base. She found fame as ditzy barmaid Raquel in Coronation Street but is now known for roles in dramas. The series is set in West Yorkshire's Calder Valley, and follows Sarah's character Catherine as she deals with police matters from small petty theft to murder. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Sarahs character in Lark Rise to Candleford was the dramas narrator. Speaking to Inside Soap magazine, she added: I dont know. While working at Granada she met director of programmes Peter Salmon who she married in 2001 and they have since had a third son as well as her being stepmother to Peter's three sons from his previous marriage. 4 episodes, 2012-2016 Milton Johns . 4. The couple are notoriously private, with Sarah saying: We are not a public couple and I dont even like talking about my relationship with Peter. Brendan Scott 32 episodes, 1991-1993 Louise Harrison . Just trying to describe to my sister why she should watch Happy Valley and she's asked if it's too dark. She was previously married to Gary Hargreaves and has two sons, Thomas and Matthew, with him. In 2001, Sarah married TV producer and executive Peter Salmon with whom she has a son, Joseph, born in 2003. Sarah Lancashire is one of the UKs best loved actresses. She even took a swipe at the long-running soap stating 'the show she was in doesn't exist anymore'. Off To GuildhallThough Lancashire didnt fully engage with acting as a career until she was 18, she did end up attending the prestigious Guildhall School of Music & Drama, whose alumni include Michelle Dockery of Downton Abbey, Paapa Essiedu of Press, and Naveen Andrews of The English Patient. Surprised fans loved the clip which also showed off Lancashire's comedic skills. 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Sarah and Peter have a son called Joseph. Her first appearance was on 25 January and she was originally signed to a three-month contract, leaving on 10 May. Happy Valley series 3 finally begins filming as huge cast announcement is made, Sarah Lancashire speaks out as BBC confirms third and final series of Happy Valley. Sarah plays police officer Catherine Cawood in Happy Valley while Siobhan stars as her sister, Clare. She was also one of the lead cast members in the BBC drama Last Tango in Halifax and won critical acclaim for her role as police sergeant Catherine Cawood in Happy Valley, which returned to screens in 2022, after a six-year hiatus. Whats Next?So whats coming up for Sarah Lancashire? She married Gary Hargreaves in 1985 with whom she had two sons but their marriage broke apart after ten years. Episode 4. The actress recently announced she was expecting her third child with her husband Chris Farr. Local Theatre And TeachingAfter graduating, Lancashire didnt immediately proceed to television or film her goals were a little closer to home. I hope I am, but Id be equally happy watching it.. They have one child. Sarah Lancashire has been a feature of our small screens for nearly three decades, with her career beginning in Coronation Street. Its honestly hard for us to figure it out, as we began this series at the same time as Lancashires other major project, Happy Valley. After leaving Corrie, she played district nurse Ruth Goddard in ITVs Where The Heart Is. Sarah rose to fame playing Raquel Watts in Coronation Street - a role she portrayed for five years (Picture: ITV / REX) The Where The Heart Is star made her TV debut on the nation's most. One insider told Mail Online : "Hollywood loves a Brit, especially one who is a British national treasure like Sarah. MORE : Fans share excitement for Coronation Street star as she makes Happy Valley debut, MORE : Coronation Street spoilers: Stabbing horror, Hope murder shock, Carla in danger, Includes exclusive content, spoilers and interviews before they're seen on the site. The mansion . As well as her TV roles, Sarah has starred in four musicals, Little Shop of Horrors, Blood Brothers, Guys and Dolls and Betty Blue Eyes. Kiri Akindele Felicia Mukasa Sarah portrays police sergeant Catherine Cawood in Happy Valley, Sarah featured in Coronation Street in one episode as Wendy Farmer, She played a nurse who wanted to rent a room on the cobbles, She starred as Raquel Watts in Coronation Street from 1991 to 1996. Get a daily email direct to your inbox with our newsletter. But she is a trusted social worker and is known to be one of the best. Her first role under the new contract was in the six-part drama The Glass where she starred opposite John Thaw before appearing in the two-part psychological drama The Cry. Sarah, who became a recognised face on TV. A TV insider said: Happy Valleyhas gripped the nation over the past few weeks and Sarah is one of the most talented and popular actresses in the country. A year later, she appeared in beloved sci-fi series Doctor Who as the terrifying Miss Foster in the fourth series of the revived show. Sarah joined as bubbly Raquel in 1991, the colleague of supermarket employee Curly Watts (Kevin Kennedy). And I value my normality.. Coronation Street spoilers: Daisy faces Justin in court, but who will win? is a registered trade mark of Reach Magazines Worldwide Limited and is used under licence by Reach Magazines Publishing Plc. Kiri starts on Wednesday 10 January on Channel 4 at 9pm. With Happy Valley having come to a close, some fans are hoping the actress will make a brief return to the cobbles as part of a special appearance. The actress has been very open about this ongoing battle with depression, even making a point to state it influenced her performance in Cry, a series that saw her playing a grief-stricken social worker. According to multiple biography websites, Sarah is about 5 ft 7 inches tall. And Julia doesnt even know if she will be in the soaps big 60th anniversary storyline. Raquel was then reintroduced on 30 December that year and, while she had been teaching at Salford University throughout the whole year, she then quit to focus on Corrie full time. Take a look at her as the beloved character below: During the early nineties, Lancashire played Raquel in Coronation Street. One star sign enjoys mixing with people they hardly know, while another learns how to deal with a challenging situation. Its fantastic, vibrant, really colourful, really edgy, completely non-conformist, which is very much who she is. Happy Valley's Sarah Lancashire is well-known for appearing as Raquel Wolstenhulme in Coronation Street - but the star also played another character in the ITV soap. Sarah was offered a place at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and graduated in 1986. Sarah is said to have set up her own TV production company with her husband Peter Salmon. Like all great shows, Happy Valley must come to an end and I hope Sarah is able to recognise her success and knows we are all very proud of her. Backstage was the same, you could hear her roaring with laughter as she rocked back in her chair and joined in with our many pranks. The symbol represents St Edward's Crown, which has been used to crown monarchs since the 13th century. Sarah Lancashire is one of the UK's best loved actresses. Despite starring in a single episode, Lancashire made a whole generation of children hide behind the sofa as she faced David Tennants Doctor alongside Catherine Tate. However, she admitted she regrets returning as the beloved barmaid for the short stint. Meanwhile, Julie has reprised her role twice since her first departure, with viewers last seeing her on screen in 2003. Andrew lived at Sunninghill with his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York, and two daughters until moving to the Royal Lodge in 2004. Iain went on: We have got an incredible bunch of legends that are already in the show.. Wendy appeared in just the one episode, airing on November 11 of its respective year. She then moved to the BBC to play Yvonne in Clocking Off. King Charles . However, Julias dreams of nearly rubbing shoulders, from a two-metre distance, with Sarah and Julie in Weatherfield look to have already been dashed. He said: Having a revolving door of former cast coming in to do cameos just for kind of a brief moment of an audience going, Oh wow its them, would have felt a bit like a cheap trick.. Happy Valley actress Sarah Lancashire rose to fame as Coronation Streets love interest for Curly Watts, Raquel Wolstenhulme. After she quit Where the Heart Is in 1999, she returned to Corrie for a one-off episode which starred just her and Kennedy, in which Raquel asks Curly for a divorce. Fans of Happy Valley actor Sarah Lancashire are just discovering one of her most iconic roles before she appeared in the taut BBC crime drama. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page - we'd love to hear from you. During a 2007 episode, Chris, played by Dempsie, discovers that he has been left by his mum, who gives him 1,000 to survive on. The Shona Platt actress, 35, is keen to share a set . It would have been easy to continue playing Raquel or remain in comedy roles, which she was adored for by audiences. Chris uses the money to throw the party to end all parties. Sarah was born in Oldham, Lancashire on October, 1964. The award-winning actress played Raquel from 1991 to 1996 and briefly made a return in 2000. Creator Tony Warren Stars William Roache Helen Worth Barbara Knox See production, box office & company info Watch on Freevee S1 Watch Free on Freevee More watch options Add to Watchlist Added by 6.5K users SARAH Lancashire found fame on the ITV soap Coronation Street. LowsIt was two years into Lancashires time on Coronation Street when she began to have some problems in her personal life a nervous breakdown that lasted over a year. But soap legend Jennie McAlpine had some great news of her own off-screen. Happy Valley's Sarah Lancashire is well-known for appearing as Raquel Wolstenhulme in Coronation Street but the star also played another character in the ITV soap. Raquel worked as a barmaid in the Rovers Return and was one of the soaps most popular characters of all time. Sarah Ferguson reveals real reason shell always be there for ex Prince Andrew, This Morning host Alison Hammond divides viewers with behaviour today, New mum Stacey Solomon given huge boost amid intense backlash and complaints from fans. While working as a drama tutor at Salford University in 1987, Sarah, now 58, appeared in one episode of Corrie as Wendy Farmer, a prospective lodger of series regular Jack Duckworth, played by the late Bill Tarmey. 22min. 6. The world's longest-running television soap, Coronation Street focuses on the everyday lives of working-class people in Manchester, England. The show will return later this year and Catherine will be around 55. Sarah Lancashire was born on October 10, 1964 in Oldham, Lancashire, England, UK. Nearly 15 years after the horrific attack, Sophie's mother, Sylvia Lancaster OBE, has been brought in by Coronation Street producers to help with a shocking twist that mirrors the tragic case. Sarah Lancashire (Picture: Getty) Sarah Lancashire has been a feature of our small screens for nearly three decades, with her career beginning in Coronation Street. In the summer of 2000, ITV sought to secure her with a golden handcuffs deal which was worth 1.3 million and made her the highest-paid actress on British television. She has subsequently had probably the most successful career of any of the ex-regulars of the programme, appearing in a myriad number of film, stage and television roles, gaining several awards for her acting and was also nominated for a BAFTA award for her television directing debut Viva Las Blackpool in 2004. She returned in 2000 for one single episode in which Raquel asks Curly for a divorce. So, yes, I do regret going back. GMB host Kate Garraway called out by viewers for behaviour today, I am Madeleine McCann girl shares big announcement: Our discoveries are shocking, Dancing On Ice fans rally around Joey Essex as he pays heartbreaking tribute following family tragedy. In an interview with The Mirror in 2001, Sarah said: Igot married only because I was pregnant. What do you think of Sarah Lancashire? News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Officer LancashireBut her those are far from her most impressive awards. Laura was played by Olivia Hallinan and the series also starred Julia Sawalha. It was a great training ground for Sarah and it was a privilege watching her hone her craft. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sarah Lancashire is a one of the UK's most loved actors. 8. Shes someone who head over heels gets stuck into a character and engages with the writers to develop the story to ensure it all feels right. She regularly tried to put me off when I would walk into the Rovers Return Inn with a cheeky wink or rearranging her knickers to get a giggle out of you. For other inquiries, Contact Us. For people with disabilities needing assistance with the Public Files, contact Glenn Heath at 617-300-3268. She proved herself time and again before Happy Valley, which has rightly made her a national treasure. You can check out some of her best-loved roles below: Wearing huge earrings and poofy 90s hair, Lancashire looks unrecognisable and worlds apart from her Happy Valley character Sgt Cawood. She played Margaret New in the 2021 movie Everybodys Talking About Jamie, based on the musical of the same name. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web However, this isnt the actresss only overlooked role. Content producer with over ten years of experience in digital and broadcast productions for publicmedia. View our online Press Pack. Sarah struggled with mental health issues for much of her Coronation Street tenure, made worse by her divorce from her first husband Gary Hargreaves, with whom she had two sons. Two EastEnders diehards go head to head, Coronation Street recasts key role as character returns with new actor, EastEnders seeking huge name stars to join the cast as show soars. Sarah-Jane Abigail Lancashire OBE (born 10 October 1964) is an English actress from Oldham, England. A second series of the programme has just wrapped, with insiders predicting more US roles for Sarah. She is known for her roles on screen and stage; her combined acting credits have earned Lancashire various accolades over a career spanning four decades, including two British Academy Television Awards. Passerby on Coronation Street / . 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Gloucester Road, which is one of the main areas filming took place, given it is Miriams patch in the series. After five years on Corrie, Sarah took the biggest gamble of her career by deciding to leave the soap. Former Coronation Street actor Sarah Lancashire has hit out at the "ludicrous prejudice" held against soap stars by some writers and producers in the TV industry. *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. She proved to be an instant hit with fans of the soap, even more so when Raquel and Curly married, and starred in the spin-off Coronation Street- The Cruise, which focused on their honeymoon. 3. The Shona Platt actress, 35, is keen to share a set with former soap stars Sarah and Julie when the ITV show celebrates its milestone in December. Her final scenes drew in 20 million viewers. But they loved her and thrived off the onscreen chemistry. In 2000, she became the first female actor to be offered a golden handcuffs deal with ITV. Expanding HorizonsThe first job Lancashire tried her hand took on after the birth of her third child was a departure from the norm: directing! Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! While Lancashire is, of course, amazing in both, something about Caroline in Last Tango in Halifax feels more open, more vulnerable than Happy Valleys Catherine. Her father was writer Geoffrey Lancashire who contributed seventy-five episodes of Coronation Street and two episodes of Pardon the Expression. She is known for her roles on screen and stage; her combined acting credits have earned Lancashire various accolades over a career spanning four decades, including two British Academy Television Awards. In playing the queer character, Sarah felt it vital that Carolines sexuality be portrayed accurately, since there are so few gay characters on television. 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