Vic Reeves is about to fulfill a “lifelong dream” by starring in ‘Coronation Street’.
The comedian has always wanted to appear on the soap, and has now landed a part as a nosey shopkeeper.
Vic who works as an actor under the name Jim Moir, and has shared his excitement ahead of filming.
He said: “I’ve been a lifelong fan of ‘Corrie’. In fact, I think I saw the very first one. I try not to miss any episodes.
“I’m really looking forward to acting in ‘Corrie’. It’s a real thrill to be part of a British Institution.”
Vic will play television presenter Colin, who comes to Weatherfield to film a segment with Norris and Mary.
However, it won’t be long before he gets to know a number of other residents.
Vic isn’t the first comedian to briefly join the cast, as back in August 2015, Paddy McGuinness appeared in a handful of episodes, playing happy camper Dougie Ryan.
Not all celebrity guest stars have been a hit with fans though, and Girls Aloud’s Sarah Harding struggled to impress critics and fans when she played Robert Preston’s wife, Joanie.
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