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Coronation Street's Fred Elliot star John Savident's health battle including shock stabbing


Coronation Street icon John Savident, who played Fred Elliott on the ITV soap, has died at the age of 86, with the actor having spoken openly about his health issues in the past

John was a favourite among fans for his role as the loud and proud butcher on the ITV soap, but off-screen he bravely battled health issues, which he openly discussed. John first appeared on the cobbles in 1994 and quickly won over viewers with his character's unlucky love life, including three marriages and several failed proposals. John was a favourite among fans for his role as the loud and proud butcher on the ITV soap, but off-screen, he bravely battled health issues, which he openly discussed (Image: Unknown)

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