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
Rik Mayall Presents: Micky Love
Behind the Mask
His and Hers
Coronation Street: Queens of the Street
A Life on the Box: Arthur Lowe
Coronation Street: 60 Unforgettable Years
We Love the Monkees

Top Movie Credits

The Bulldog Breed Space Centre Operator (uncredited)
Behind the Mask Young Doctor (uncredited)