Coronation Street signs up Phoenix Nights legend for David Platt storyline

27 September 2023 , 14:10

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Coronation Street signs up Phoenix Nights legend for David Platt storyline

An iconic comedy star is set to join the cast of Coronation Street.

Justin Moorehouse, 53, is set to appear in the ITV soap in the very near future, after reportedly shooting a scene with one of its longstanding actors. The radio DJ and stand-up comedian, best known for starring in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, is expected to grace the cobbles in an episode that will air next week.

"He’s filmed a sketch with Jack P Shepherd [David Platt] for the show - he’s not a permanent cast member, it’s more of a cameo," a source told the Sun. This isn't the first time that Justin has had a stint on Corrie. Justin played Dean Upton, landlord of rival pub to Rovers Return, The Flying Horse, back in 2014. The role had him pitted up against Steve in a cricket match, and making a bet that he ultimately loses.

"I'm delighted to be treading the cobbles," Justin said at the time. "It's always been a dream of mine to appear in the Rovers Return, even though as Dean, landlord of the Flying Horse, I feel like I'm a spy." He also appeared on Corrie very briefly to deliver a car to Sally Webster, but that cameo went largely unnoticed by most viewers.

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The news that he'll back in Weatherfield comes as Coronation Street airs its first ever gay wedding with Paul Foreman, played by Peter Ash, and Billy Mayhew, played by Daniel Brocklebank, exchanging vows.

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While it remains unclear how exactly Justin will contribute to Corrie, it's believed that he will imitating his own life on screen by playing a radio presenter.

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The talented funnyman has hosted multiple radio shows in Manchester and is also friends with Jennie McAlpine, who plays Fiz Brown on the ITV soap. In 2013, he launched a weekly podcast, About 30 minutes, No more than 45, in which interviews fellow comedians and gives an update on his personal and professional world to listeners.

Justin has appeared on numerous chat and panel shows, including As Yet Untitled with Alan Davies, 8 Out of 10 Cats and Live at the Apollo, as well as the 2009 film Looking for Eric. A big fan of football and a devout Manchester City fan, he's also a regular contributor to The Premier League show.

Emma Dooney