I send my love to Johnny on his journey and to all those who are bound to miss him, he was an iconic Coronation Street character. 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The day after he left the Army, 15-year-old sister Barbara suffered a brain haemorrhage after falling and hitting her head in a hair salon. There was no point trying to talk to him about our marriage. Veteran Coronation Street star Johnny Briggs famous for playing Ken Barlow's rival Mike Baldwin has died at the age of 85. Ex-Corrie star Johnny Briggs, 81, played factory boss Mike Baldwin for forty years until he retired in 2006. Their latest prison sentence was handed to them after a joint operation by British Transport Police and Surrey Police. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. It's starting to take over his life. "He passed away peacefully this morning after a long illness, with family by his side. Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs, who played Mike Baldwin in the long-running soap, has died after a long illness his family has confirmed. He was 85. . This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. 28 February 2021. Something went wrong, please try again later. Johnny Briggs, a British actor best known for his role as businessman Mike Baldwin in the long-running TV soap opera Coronation Street, has died. Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. I thought as long as they keep him as a loveable rogue Ill play him so I ended up staying 30 years., In his very first scene he kissed brassy barmaid Bet Lynch, played by Julie Goodyear, who warned Johnny: Dont try to add me to your list of conquests.. Anthony Hayward. The cobbles favourite played lothario Mike Baldwin on the soap for three decades between 1976 and 2006 . Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs, who was famous for his role as Mike Baldwin in the popular soap, has died . The couple had their family home in Stourbridge, Worcs . See Photos. She was then barred from spending more than two hours a day in public with Beach after being found guilty by magistrates in Staines, Surrey of stealing booze from a high street shop in the town. "He passed away peacefully this morning after a long illness, with family by his side. Coronation Street legend Johnny Briggs has sadly passed away today (February 28) aged 85. [Deleted User] Posts: 829. He was 85. There, Johnny got a taste for showbiz and a love of the North singing in a chapel choir. Select from premium Johnny Briggs (Actor) of the highest quality. ITV Emmerdale's Amy Nuttall 'crying every day' after husband Andrew Buchan leaves her for co-star, Buchan has reportedly left her for BBC Better co-star Leila Farzad, 40, BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood's mystery fiance unveiled as toyboy 13 years her junior. Briggs was handed a six month jail term while her daughter was given a treatment order. Johnny BRIGGS Johnny Briggs dead: Coronation Street legend who played Mike Baldwin dies at 85. In the role of Mike Baldwin, he truly was one of the most iconic characters The Street has ever known. Please report any comments that break our rules. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. How tall is John Briggs? We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Karen added: "He doesn't know when the divorce will be finalised. Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. Bob Warters. Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs has died aged 85, his family have announced. Johnny played the role of businessman Mike Baldwin from 1976 to 2006. During World War Two, he and baby sister Barbara were evacuated to Cheshire where mum Rose worked in a munitions factory. In his autobiography he revealed how Julie, 78, always vetted the women he would have romances with in real life. Follow our. Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs has died aged 85. The actor starred in 2,349 episodes of the soap and is best known for the storylines when factory owner Mike had an affair with Deirdre Barlow, played by the late Anne Kirkbride. 192.com has records on millions of UK people and addresses. Email us attips@the-sun.co.ukor call 0207 782 4368, Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, Bianca Gascoigne reveals very unusual name for her newborn daughter, I took pic of son, 18, before his first night out then the worst thing happened, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. He's gutted. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. "Beach was charged with four counts of breaching a criminal behaviour order, thefts of a pedal cycle at Cobham rail station on June 21 and July 18. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Johnny E Briggs ER 2002-07 Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY9. The star is distraught that his 9-year marriage to wife Christine is ending in a legal struggle about his estimated #5million fortune. Karen, 40, told The People: "He's been knocked for six over how messy it's becoming. His characters death, of a heart attack and having suffered from a form of Alzheimers, was watched by 12 million viewers. A statement from his family said he died after a long illness. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Sign Up. Briggs, from Dingle Road, Stourbridge, claimed he had made accidental contact with the 18-year-old's breasts when trying to gain her attention. Karen Briggs, 51, and Emma Beach, 28, were found guilty at Guildford Crown Court of stealing bikes from a train station in Surrey. His father was a master carpenter. A statement from his family released. Serial criminalsKaren Briggs, 51 and her 28-year-old daughter Emma Beach have been locked up after their latest crimesaw them nick bicycles from a train station in Surrey. Like his life in Corrie, he's always had an eye for the ladies." The former Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs has been dealt a blow after his daughter and granddaughter were both jailed for a number of thefts. Briggs was awarded the MBE in the 2006 New Year Honours. 02-28-2021, 04:12 PM . [2] He was known for his role as Mike Baldwin in the soap opera Coronation Street, in which he appeared from 1976 to 2006. On the break-up of his 29-year marriage to Christine, Johnny said: I was on my own in my ninth-floor flat and felt I had failed as a husband and parent. The 56,000-crowd watching Manchester United play Arsenal cheered. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He added: Mike Baldwin and Ken Barlow were arch enemies for many years, but as an actor Johnny was impeccable, always good, and I was so fortunate to have worked with him for so many years. Johnny spent three months comforting his parents before trying to land another job. , updated By the time Coronation Street bosses were looking for a Cockney character to boost ratings in the South, Johnny was in financial difficulties following divorce from first wife Caroline with whom he had son Mark, 57, and daughter Karen after 14 years together. The actor - whose wealth came from his #1,600-an-episode TV pay, personal appearances and shrewd property deals - wed Karen's window dresser mum Caroline in Swansea in 1961 after National Service. Briggs, 22, who had pleaded not guilty to the charge, was fined 1,000 at Wolverhampton Crown Court on Friday. Johnnys off-screen life was equally complicated. ., The whole Coronation Street family is deeply saddened by the death of Johnny Briggs. View Two up two down terrace, back yard, rabbit in a hutch, it's all coming back to me now. Karen Briggs and Emma Beach, Johnny Briggs daughter and grand daughter. Veteran Coronation Street star Johnny Briggs famous for playing Ken Barlow's rival Mike Baldwin has died at the age of 85.. Briggs appeared in more than 2,000 episodes of Coronation Street over the course of 30 years, and was involved in many of the soap's most famous storylines.. Read more: Coronation Street pays tribute to Deirdre actor Anne Kirkbride John Ernest Briggs was born the son of a carpenter in Battersea, South West London, in 1935. He went on to feature in Agatha Christies Marple and Holby City. He lifted the lid on his family life in a TV documentary in 2001.. "We politely ask for privacy at this time, so that we can quietly grieve as a family and remember the wonderful times we had with him. Molly Rainford is joining the cast of the soap. Johnny Briggs, who plays Mike Baldwin in the TV soap Coronation Street, has been barred from a celebrity golf event by a charity disgusted by his recent controversial remarks about women. Posts: 97 Threads: 12 Joined: Jan 2019 Reputation: 1 #9. Deidre (Anne Kirkbride) and Mike had an illicit relationship two years into her marriage to Ken Barlow (William Roache), but she decided to stay with her husband. Johnny, 70 - whose dramatic exit from the soap was watched by more than 12million viewers on Friday - told eldest daughter Karen: "I've been to court about the divorce. Johnny Briggs marries Christine Allsopp, in Stourbridge, Worcestershire. But with no acting roles coming in, his local labour exchange put him to work as a chauffeur. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. Mike arrived with experience in the rag trade, opened a factory, Baldwin's Casuals, where he was a tough boss with no time for unions - and went to bed with Bet . 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Briggs required stitches after being attacked by the college student, who cannot be named to protect the identity of Briggs' victim. How many seasons did John . I am, and will always be, a Baldwins Casual. It hasn't been revealed how Johnny died, but in a statement his family said he had a "long illness". 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Roache, who played Barlow, was among the many Coronation Street stars to remember their former co-star. People named Johnny Briggs. For other inquiries, Contact Us. X. 20/02/06 - 11:10 #5. Briggs, 22, who had pleaded not guilty to the. These events are a very nice day out for celebrities involved, with a free round of golf on a fantastic course. Michael Briggs, the son of Coronation Street actor Johnny Briggs, has been found guilty of indecently assaulting a teenager in a nightclub. THE daughter and granddaughter of Coronation Street legend Johnny Briggs have been jailed for a string of thefts committed to feed their drug addictions. . Despite his happy facade no one knows the pain he is going through.". Johnny Briggs was born in Battersea, South London on 5 September 1935 to Ernest and Rose Briggs. The storyline had gripped the nation, including the Queen, for weeks in 1983, with 21million viewers tuning in for the climax. It was described as an historic moment in the Streets history. Corrie colleague Antony Cotton, 45, who plays Sean Tully, said: Johnny was a complex character, on and off screen, and we all adored him. 11:14, Sun, Feb 28, 2021 | UPDATED: 11:47, Sun, Feb 28, 2021 Link copied He stuck it out for so long until all his children were old enough to stand on their own feet. The actor starred in 2,349 episodes of . Remember him dropping his kids/grandkids off at St Joe's RC school back in the 1990s. Actor Johnny Briggs, who played the soaps womanising factory boss Mike Baldwin for 30 years, died yesterday, age 85, at his home in Portishead, Somerset. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "He's happy in the respect that he's wanted out for years. He also appeared in TV plays with Inspector Morse star John Thaw plus dozens of movies, including Carry On Up The Khyber, before spending three years as a taxi boss in ITV soap Crossroads. Briggs was 20 years old when he broke into the big leagues on April 17, 1964, with the Philadelphia Phillies. Last time I saw him around the town he was coming out of Higgs & Sons, Solicitors and looking like a man who'd just been given displeasing news. Maybe Johnny's golf will, in future, be restricted to his own club at Stourbridge.". pic.twitter.com/6aYuEaEXse, The View fans confused after spotting strange detail involving host Sara, Today fans divided over Jenna's dress as some viewers say it's 'inappropriate', Sister Wives Janelle Brown doesnt approve of Christines new romance, Inside 1000-lb Sisters stars Amy and Michael's secret fights over kids, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Johnny Briggs aka Mike Baldwin bid farewell to Coronation Street in 2006, Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow, had eight on-screen fights with his characters love rival, Corrie viewers saw Deirdre Barlow dump lover Mike Baldwin to stay with husband Ken, Ken Barlow (Bill Roache) and Mike Baldwin (Johnny Briggs) in a scene from Coronation Street - tied up while thieves robbed Fresco's the supermarket, Mike Baldwin and Ken Barlow fight over Deirdre Barlow in the Rovers Return, In his very first scene on Corrie, Johnny kissed brassy barmaid Bet Lynch, played by Julie Goodyear, After appearing in the chorus line of West End operas, he did two years of National Service as a gunner and driving instructor with the Royal Tank Regiment in Germany, The actor was awarded an MBE in 2006 and a lifetime achievement gong at the British Soap Awards, Johnny receiving his MBE at Buckingham Palace with kids Mark, Stephanie and Michael, Bill Roache's ex Emma paid tribute to the star, Johnny Briggs dead at 85 Coronation Street legend who played Mike Baldwin dies surrounded by his family. Back to home page Return to top. Lives in Macedon, New York. He was the eldest of two children, having a sister Barbara. Johnny Briggs who played Mike Baldwin sees both daughter and granddaughter jailed after years of drug abuse, Stay in the know. 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Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. I said a loveable rogue and he said that was what they were thinking. He was awarded an MBE in 2006 and a lifetime achievement gong at the British Soap Awards. Johnny Briggs, who plays Mike Baldwin in the TV soap Coronation Street, has been barred from a celebrity golf event by a charity disgusted by his recent controversial remarks about women players, it was revealed yesterday. The underwear factory boss died in the arms of Barlow, his nemesis. Pair have been thieving for years to feed heroin addiction. He famously clashed with Bill Roache's character Ken Barlow over the affair. or. The 81-year-old, who starred in the ITV soap for 40 years until his retirement in 2006, has suffered watching his . This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The couple are pictured with Johnny's Coronation Street co-stars Geoffrey Hughes, Cheryl Murray, Jack Howarth and Julie Goodyear, 4th June 1977. Night night, Mr Baldwin, Ive left you a bottle of Scotch in the filing cabinet. Michael Briggs Other occupants: Michael Briggs View 5 Johnny Briggs ER 2002-22 Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8. Dad's been no saint but he's in danger of becoming a broken man. He's had so many sleepless nights and I'm worried about him.". John Briggs weighed 190 lbs (86 kg) when playing. They have been taking hard drugs together since Beach was just 14 years old. He was 85. Christine, 70, later revealed how he cheated on her while she stayed at home looking after their children, drank too much, was boring in bed and mean with his money. Appearing at Guildford Crown Court, the duo from Cobham, Surrey were found guilty of the separate bike thefts from Cobham Rail Station on June 21 and July 18. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. She said: He loves younger women he married me when I was 25 and he was 40. She fled the courtroom in tears as he was taken down to the cells and was said by her mother to be "devastated" at hearing the actor's son had walked free. In a statement released by his family, it was revealed that he passed away peacefully on Sunday morning after a long illness. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. She even encouraged him to marry second wife Christine. His storylines included an affair, in the early 1980s, that gripped the nation. HP10 9TY. Comments have been closed on this article. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options await you. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. In 2005, Johnny announced he was quitting Corrie. John Briggs is 6-1 (185 cm) tall. SONGTHRUSH Member. It is delivered free of charge direct to your email inbox at 9am, seven days a week, giving you all the news you need from across the region at your fingertips. Actor Johnny has previously disowned them and has not commented on the sentencing. I know he always reads his fan mail as he has such a huge ego so I stuck a letter in a pile of it telling him I wanted a divorce., First wife Caroline said: He is Mike and always has been. He was 85. In 2005 before heroin addiction took hold of the pair, Before addiction Karen pictured in 2000 while her dad still starred in Corrie, Teen Johnny's daughter Karen at her wedding aged 16, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Johnny Briggs (actor) John Ernest Briggs MBE (5 September 1935 - 28 February 2021) was an English actor. Actor Johnny Briggs, who played Mike Baldwin in Coronation Street for 30 years, has died aged 85. Johnny's marriage turmoil mirrors that of Mike - who split from missus Alma Sedgewick, played by Amanda Barrie. Also playing will be professional golfers Beverly Lewis, Chris Langford and Christine Holt. She also stole a bike from Oxshott rail station on July 18. He used to shop in our Stourbridge branch when it was open (Walter Smith Butchers) as did Roy Wood Find. John Briggs is 78 years old. Serial criminals Karen Briggs, 51. Johnny, given a standing ovation by fellow Corrie actors after he filmed his final scenes, could also rival ruthless businessman Mike in the wealth stakes. Once you're there, put your email address where it says at the top, then tick the Daily Worcestershire Live updates box. (This post was last modified: 02-28-2021, 04:25 PM by. His family said he died peacefully after "a long illness, with family by his side" and asked for . British actor Johnny Briggs, best known for his role as businessman and ladies' man Mike Baldwin in the long-running soap opera Coronation Street, has died aged 85. Susan Briggs Other occupants: Susan Briggs View 6 Johnny Ernest Briggs ER 2007-08 Director Salford, Lancashire, M50. The RAC revealed that diesel drivers are still charged an extra 20p over the owners of petrol cars. Following her release, Briggs was given a house arrest order and barred from shopping with her daughter in August last year. The London-born actor also appeared on stage and in films, alongside the likes of Norman Wisdom, Dirk Bogarde and Tommy Steele. Karen said: "Dad should be enjoying his retirement but instead all he seems to have is heartache. When I started on Coronation Street it was to be a three-month job. After appearing in the chorus line of West End operas, he did two years of National Service as a gunner and driving instructor with the Royal Tank Regiment in Germany. The mother-and-daughter pair worked together to steal and shoplift to feed their years-long drugs habit. They were spotted together in Barbados and Johnny said he got "the big freeze on the loving front" from Christine when she found out. Karen revealed how Johnny - Britain's biggest earning soap star in his 30 years as womanising factory boss Mike Baldwin - had: PONDERED about getting a divorce for 10 YEARS but was always determined to wait until his six children were old enough to cope. We wish Johnny's family all our condolences. When his heartbroken second wife, teacher Christine, discovered his six-month fling with 21-year-old air stewardess Hilary MacMillan, she banned him from the bedroom for a year. I send my love to Johnny on his journey and to all those who are bound to miss him. She was sentenced to 15 month imprisonment. The actor Johnny Briggs, who has died aged 85, was cast as the flash cockney Mike Baldwin in Coronation Street in 1976 to boost audience figures for the northern soap opera in the south of England. The star remembered how Coronation Street saved him: I couldnt meet the mortgage. Share your email to get all the latest Court and Crime news from Birmingham Live directly to your inbox. "I wish they could come to an amicable agreement. He was a strong character who will be greatly missed. As a child, Johnny sang in the church choir as a boy soprano. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1972 Topps Set-Break #197 Johnny Briggs NM-MT OR BETTER *GMCARDS* at the best online prices at eBay! He was wed to his first wife Caroline Sinclair from 1961 to 1975 and then to Christine Allsop from 1977 to 2006. Johnny, given a standing ovation by fellow Corrie actors after he filmed his final scenes, could also rival ruthless businessman Mike in the wealth stakes. While living in Stourbridge, he was a regular at the former Prince of Wales pub in nearby Hagley. View our online Press Pack. The actor wrote back to say that he would like to participate, if he could fit the tournament in between filming episodes of Coronation Street, but will now receive a letter telling him his presence is no longer requested. The star, who had a home in Stourbridge, was famous for his role as Mike Baldwin in the ITV soap. I remember watching Jonny Briggs with my sons, they loved it. During the war he was evacuated to Guildford, Surrey before living with his uncle in Winsford, Cheshire. The star is also estimated to have made #2.5million from his personal appearances. Pages (2): . His Corrie career ended in 2006 when Mike died in the arms of long-term rival Ken. Johnny Briggs marries Christine Allsopp, in Stourbridge, Worcestershire. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The couple had their family home in Stourbridge, Worcs, with their four children, Jennie, 42, Michael, 40, Stephanie, 37, and Anthony, 31. He was an iconic Coronation Street character. The love triangle was a long-running ratings winner for the ITV soap. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. He was also ordered to pay 1,000 towards the cost of the prosecution and 500 in compensation. CORONATION Street star Johnny Briggs, famous for his role as ladies' man Mike Baldwin, has died aged 85. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The Weatherfield Romeo will be walking the Coronation Street cobbles for the last time and Friday's episode will be followed by TV special Farewell Mike. Johnny Briggs marries Christine Allsopp, in Stourbridge, Worcestershire. And even after moving to Somerset, he was still travelling back to play golf in the Black Country town. He passed away peacefully this morning after a long illness, with family by his side.. The 81-year-old, from Stourbridge, who played Mike Baldwin in the ITV soap until 2006, has seen his daughter and granddaughter battle drug addiction for many years. The actor, formerly of Stourbridge, was a fixture on the cobbles, making his name as the Cockney businessman, for 30 years and becoming one of the ITV soap's most memorable characters. The pair had been stealing to fund their addictions to heroin. . Find your friends on Facebook. In a statement his family said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our father, Johnny Briggs". Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? He was 85. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Reply. The bills were piling up. Coronation Street Mike Baldwin actor Johnny Briggs faced fresh heartache today.. 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