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Coronation Street airs tribute to soap legend Philip Lowrie after his death aged 88

Coronation Street has aired a special tribute at the end of tonight's episode for Philip Lowrie after his recent death.

Coronation Street has aired a special tribute at the end of tonight’s episode (Friday, May 2) for Philip Lowrie after his recent death. Philip was best known for playing the role of Dennis Tanner, being a key part of the soap’s history having appeared in the first ever episode of Corrie. The statement continued: “His death marks the end of an era for the world’s longest-running soap, where he became a cornerstone of its storytelling.”

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