Coronation Street
The price rises have also unexpectedly caught the attention of Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis.
The soap star, who is suing Mirror Group Newspapers, has given evidence at the High Court.
The former Brookside actor is set to play Tyrone Dobbs' long-lost mother, who he previously believed was dead.
Footage of the Ken Barlow actor taking on the incredible feat aired during Monday's edition of Lorraine.
Julie is best known for her portrayal of iconic Rovers Return barmaid Bet Lynch.
The actress, best known for playing Sinead O’Connor in the Channel 4 soap, will appear on ITV screens in July.
Michael Turner, known professionally as Michael Le Vell, has played Kevin Webster in the soap for 40 years.
Barbara played Doreen Fenwick in the ITV soap, as well as appearing in Family Affairs and Last Of The Summer Wine.
"My mum always said she’d love to see me on the show so this really is the best Christmas present I could give her."
"I couldn’t get the words out, I was speaking like a toddler."
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