We Used to Watch These British Soap Stars, But Where Are They Now?

Published on 04/25/2021
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Anne Reid – Valerie Barlow from Coronation Street

Anne Reid is a decorated actress and award-winning star who has acted on television, stage, and great movies. She is best known for playing Valerie Barlow from the British TV serial Coronation Street and Jean from Dinnerladies. Anne appeared on Coronation Street from 1961 to 1971 and The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Benny Hill Show, and Doctor Who. She may have turned down most TV roles that have been offered to her recently, but she is still very active on stage.

Anne Reid – Valerie Barlow From Coronation Street

Anne Reid – Valerie Barlow From Coronation Street

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Patsy Palmer – Bianca Jackson from EastEnders

On EastEnders, Patsy Palmer portrayed Bianca Jackson, a loud-mouthed and brash character who quickly became everyone’s favorite TV redhead. Her character went through a difficult marriage, drama, and affairs on the show, and she eventually left in 2014. Patsy eventually packed her belongings and moved to the United States in 2017, with no plans to return to her native United Kingdom. She has been DJing there since she moved there, and she is said to be very good at it. She’s been appearing in reality shows since then, and she’s also been working on her autobiography.

Patsy Palmer – Bianca Jackson From EastEnders

Patsy Palmer – Bianca Jackson From EastEnders

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