William Roache

Fiery performer who brought energy.

William Roache
Age93
Full NameWilliam Patrick Roache
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Is William Roache a nepo baby?

Nope! William Roache had no family, no connections, just a heart full of fire, But with effort, they rose to a new level higher, Now they're a star, with a story so bold, Proving that with determination, one can unfold. But, they may be a nepo parent!

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Media
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  • ITV Television Playhouse
  • Coronation Street: Tram Crash
  • Knight Errant Limited
  • BBC Sunday-Night Theatre
  • Wetty Hainthropp Investigates
  • Saturday Knight Takeaway
  • Comic Relief 2005: Is This the Way to Amarillo
  • The Betty Driver Story
  • Sooty & Co.
  • Behind the Mask
  • The Bulldog Breed
  • The Queen's Guards
  • Coronation Street
  • His and Hers

Family Tree

From humble beginnings in the small town of Brierfield, Lancashire, England, the Royal House of Roache has grown to become a powerful dynasty of actors. Heading the illustrious family is William Patrick "Bill" Roache MBE, who has held the Guinness World Record for the longest-serving living television actor in a continuous role since his debut as Ken Barlow in Coronation Street in 1960. He is joined by his three children, Linus, Sara, and James, all of whom have made their own mark in the acting world. Linus Roache began his career at 11 and has since gone on to appear in a multitude of films and television series, while his sister, Sara, made her name in Coronation Street, Emmerdale Farm, and Juliet Bravo. Finally, James Roache has made his mark in films such as Rise of the Footsoldier and Four Seasons. The House of Roache is a testament to the true power of talent and hard work.

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