Former ‘Emmerdale’ actress Claire King is joining the cast of ‘Coronation Street.’
The 51-year-old star has landed the part of former barmaid Erika, who is set to arrive on the cobbles in December as an old friend of Liz McDonald and will cause some trouble for businessman Nick Tilsley, as she immediately sets her sights on him, leading to a fling between the pair.
Speaking about the role, Claire, who also appeared in ‘Bad Girls’ and was forced to leave the most recent series of ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ due to illness, said: "I am beyond thrilled to be joining the cast of ‘Coronation Street’ playing the funny and feisty Erika, who looks certain to ruffle a few feathers once her high heels hit those world famous cobbles!
"A stint in Corrie is one of those ticks on most actor’s bucket list of jobs you dream of doing, so I can’t wait to start filming in a few weeks time."
Producer Stuart Blackburn added: "Erika is a woman who lives life to the full, Nick doesn’t stand a chance once she has set her sights on him, but he’s not complaining!
"We are delighted to have Claire on board to play Erika, she is a fabulous actress who will be a great addition to the cast."
Claire is due to appear on the soap for a few weeks in December before her character flies back to Spain at the end of the year.
Claire King to star on ‘Coronation Street’
