The 81-year-old actor, best known for playing barmaid Bet Lynch in Coronation Street, was diagnosed with dementia after experiencing “forgetfulness for some time”, it was revealed last year.

Goodyear starred in Coronation Street from 1966 to 2003. Thanks to her performance, Bet Lynch became one of the ITV soap opera's longest-serving and best-loved characters. The actress has also ...

Julie Goodyear, known for playing Bet Lynch in Coronation Street, has received a "heartbreaking diagnosis" of dementia, her husband has said. The actress had sought medical advice after "suffering ...