Eileen Derbyshire shares health update at 93

Eileen Derbyshire, the beloved actress known for her role as Emily Bishop on Coronation Street, has given fans a health update at the age of 93. She last appeared on the show in 2016, but made a brief return in 2019 through a video call. Her son, Oliver, a sports journalist, revealed that she is "well looked after and happy." He also mentioned that Eileen values her privacy and prefers to stay out of the public eye. Oliver shared some nostalgic photos and memorabilia from her time on the long-running soap, bringing back memories for many fans. Eileen played Emily Bishop for 55 years, becoming well-known for her dramatic storylines, including tumultuous romances and her charity work in Weatherfield. Despite leaving the show in 2016, her character is still remembered, although she is rarely mentioned today. In related news, Coronation Street is facing financial difficulties, resulting in several cast exits. Characters like Craig Tinker and Eileen Grimshaw, played by Sue Cleaver, are set to leave the series. Other actors, including those playing Debbie Webster and Mason Radcliffe, have also seen their characters written off. Eileen Derbyshire remains a significant part of Coronation Street's history. Fans can still catch her character in classic episodes airing on ITV3.