William Roache
Born: 1932-04-25
Birthplace: Basford, Nottinghamshire, England, UK
Biography
William Roache is a British actor listed in the Guinness World Records as the longest-serving male television star in a continuous role. Roache has played Ken Barlow in the ITV soap Coronation Street since its very first episode in 1960.
Known For
7 Up & Me
The Betty Driver Story
The Bulldog Breed
Corriedale: Backstage Pass
Rik Mayall Presents: Micky Love
We Love the Monkees
Coronation Street: 60 Unforgettable Years
His and Hers
A Life on the Box: Arthur Lowe
Coronation Street: The First 25 Years
Top Movie Credits
7 Up & Me
Self
The Bulldog Breed
Space Centre Operator (uncredited)
His and Hers
Reporter
Coronation Street: The First 25 Years
Ken Barlow (Archive)