Will Mellor to join Coronation Street in the coming weeks

The Manchester actor is set to make waves on the cobbles

Author: Georgie HollandPublished 9th Feb 2021
Last updated 9th Feb 2021

Will Mellor is set to take the streets of Weatherfield next month on Coronation Street, as the Manchester actor prepares to take on the roll of Harvey in a dramatic storyline surrounding Leanne Battersby and Simon Barlow.

The 44-year-old actor, famed for his roles in Hollyoaks and Two Pints of Lager, said, "I’m honoured to be asked to come into Coronation Street, it’s such an iconic show and has been a huge part of my family life. When I started acting 32 years ago it was my mum’s dream for me to be in Corrie so I’m happy to finally be able to make it come true."

He continued, "It’s a Manchester institution and as a Manchester actor this is definitely a box ticked" - Well said!

Will's character Harvey is the troublesome Jacob's boss - which will land Simon and Leanne in a sticky situation when he begins to pile pressure and threats upon the pair. Speaking on his new role, the actor said, "Harvey is the first out and out baddie I’ve ever played. It’s a very different type of role for me so I’m looking forward to getting my teeth into the character and making some waves."

Corrie's producer Iain MacLeod added, "I am so excited to welcome Will into our world. He is a fantastic actor who has thrown himself heart and soul into making his character as terrifyingly real as possible.

"He will have a massive impact on our characters’ lives, from the moment he swaggers menacingly onto the screen."

Fans won't have to wait long for Harvey's arrival, with Will set to 'swagger' onto the cobbles in just a few weeks.

Scroll through to take the ultimate Coronation Street quiz:

1) What year did Coronation Street first start?


2) What's the real name of the longest serving Corrie actor who plays Ken Barlow?


3) How many children does Gail Platt have on Corrie?


4) What's the name of the pub on Corrie?


5) Michelle Keegan played the role of which character in Corrie?


6) Which member of the Spice Girls appeared in Corrie in 1993?


7) What was the textiles factory on Corrie called?


8) In 2020, Coronation Street celebrates which anniversary?


9) What was the name of Chesney's beloved dog who sadly died in 2011?


10) Which TV channel is Corrie shown on in the UK?


11) Where is Coronation Street filmed?


12) What was the name of the Street's first black family on Coronation Street, introduced in 2019?


13) Which character was portrayed by Loose Women star Denise Welch?


14) What is Dev Allahan's kebab shop called in Corrie?


15) What year was the first ever live episode of Corrie broadcast?


16) In which decade did Roy Cropper, played by David Neilson, join the cast of Corrie?


17) Which character died when the factory collapsed in 2019?


18) What is the name of the taxi company on Corrie?


19) Tyrone Dobbs had a dog named after which Friends character?


20) Who was the first landlady of the Rovers Return?


21) What is the age difference between Gail and Audrey in real life?


Check your answers...

1) 1960
2) William Roache
3) Three
4) Rovers Return Inn
5) Tina McIntyre
6) Mel B
7) Underworld
8) 60th
9) Schmeichel
10) ITV/STV
11) Media City, Manchester
12) The Baileys
13) Natalie Barnes
14) Prima Doner
15) 2010
16) 1990s
17) Rana Habeeb
18) Street Cars
19) Monica
20) Annie Walker
21) Seven years

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