Corrie storm the Soap Awards with eight gongs
Coronation Street cleaned up at this years British Soap Awards, taking home eight awards, including the coveted Best Soap prize.
The ITV serial’s domestic abuse storyline was the night’s big winner, scooping Best Storyline, Best Villain and Best Dramatic Performance.
Malcolm Hebden, who plays Norris Cole, accepted the best soap award surrounded by his co-stars.
He said: “We’re all thrilled and the public have voted for us so we must be doing our job properly.
Alan Halsall, who plays Tyrone, received the best actor award at the star-studded Manchester ceremony.
“Fancy bringing me up here after he’s (Bill) been on screen,” said the star, “I owe a lot to that man, he means a lot to me.
“I’d also like to thank my beautiful wife Lucy-Jo Hudson, and also our special guest, our baby bump. Can’t wait to meet you.”
Soap rivals, EastEnders, took home just one honour, as Ian Beale actor Adam Woodyatt was given the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Hollyoaks took home five awards, including Best Actress for Claire Cooper and Sexiest Male for Danny Mac.
Emmerdale won two awards including Best Single Episode for last year’s live episode in celebration of their 40th anniversary.
