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23/07/2007
Vera Duckworth quits 'Coronation Street'
'Coronation Street' actress Liz Dawn, who plays Vera Duckworth, has announced that she is leaving the ITV1 soap due to ill health.
The 68-year-old, who has appeared in the show for 34 years, is suffering from the lung disease emphysema and reportedly told soap bosses that she was too ill to continue working.
Her character's husband Jack, played by Bill Tarmey, will remain in the show.
Ms Dawn told reporters: "It's been an amazing 34 years. I'd like to thank everyone for that has been the best time of my life."
'Coronation Street' executive producer Kieran Roberts said that storylines were currently being devised for Vera's departure, but that details would not yet be revealed. However, Mr Roberts also said that Ms Dawn has agreed to return to the soap for guest appearances.
In a statement he said: "After 34 years as Vera, Liz has taken a decision to relax and enjoy her retirement.
"We're indebted to her for all she has achieved during her years as Vera Duckworth. She is a star and is loved by ITV."
(KMcA/SP)
The 68-year-old, who has appeared in the show for 34 years, is suffering from the lung disease emphysema and reportedly told soap bosses that she was too ill to continue working.
Her character's husband Jack, played by Bill Tarmey, will remain in the show.
Ms Dawn told reporters: "It's been an amazing 34 years. I'd like to thank everyone for that has been the best time of my life."
'Coronation Street' executive producer Kieran Roberts said that storylines were currently being devised for Vera's departure, but that details would not yet be revealed. However, Mr Roberts also said that Ms Dawn has agreed to return to the soap for guest appearances.
In a statement he said: "After 34 years as Vera, Liz has taken a decision to relax and enjoy her retirement.
"We're indebted to her for all she has achieved during her years as Vera Duckworth. She is a star and is loved by ITV."
(KMcA/SP)
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