Corrie’s Ken Barlow could be set for a surprise new romance with a cobbles resident – but fans are not too impressed.
The character, played by William Roache, has been a staple on the soap since 1960. As the longest-serving actor on the show, William has been involved in several big storylines on the cobbles.
His character Ken also had his own fair share of relationships. No stranger to a wedding, Ken has tied the knot four times to three women, and is a father to four children.
But now, fans have rumbled who Ken could be shacking up with next – and it’s fair to say they are not too impressed.
Ken is a beloved character on the ITV soap
Over in the soap recently, Ken suffered a nasty fall, which resulted in him needing a carer for his injuries. The cost of a professional carer proved too steep for the Barlow family.
As a result, they recruited Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) despite lacking formal qualifications. However, she did share that she had some experience when caring for an ex-boyfriend.
The pair clashed at first – but last week, Cassie and Ken had a heart-to-heart which seemed to change Ken’s mind. Despite Cassie’s lack of qualifications, Ken announced he had no issue with her caring for him and would personally cover her wages.
Now, as Cassie gets stuck into being Ken’s carer, viewers reckon a romance will blossom between the two. On X, formerly known as Twitter, one person said: “I think there is going to be a “Nurse Nightingale Syndrome” storyline for Ken and Cassie.
“Where the patient becomes attracted to the carer. Ken may be falling for Cassie (who only wants his money) but could end up falling for Steve,” they added.
Someone else wrote: “Romance is in the air for Ken & Cassie. He’ll be taking her to Bistro soon.” A third quipped: “Watch yourself Cassie – Ken taking you out to lunch, that’s how it starts, ask any of his previous conquests.”
Another viewer said: “Christmas wedding for Ken & Cassie. A match made in heaven.” While on a Corrie forum, someone else mused: “I’m kinda enjoying Cassie around ken and Steve but is a love triangle going to form as Ken is a lothario.”
Ken Barlow, played by William Roache, has been a long-standing character on Coronation Street since 1960. His character has been involved in numerous storylines and relationships throughout the years.
Despite his previous marriages and children, fans are now speculating about a potential new romance for Ken with his carer, Cassie Plummer, portrayed by Claire Sweeney.
After initially clashing, Ken and Cassie had a heart-to-heart moment that hinted at a possible connection between the two characters. Viewers are now predicting a blossoming romance between Ken and Cassie.
Some fans have even gone as far as suggesting a future wedding for Ken and Cassie, while others are wary of a potential love triangle forming between Ken, Cassie, and another character, Steve.
Whether or not a romance actually develops between Ken and Cassie remains to be seen, but it seems that fans are divided on the idea. Some are excited about the prospect, while others are hesitant or even outright opposed to the idea.
Despite the mixed reactions from fans, one thing is for certain – Ken’s storyline is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats as the drama unfolds on the cobbles.
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Source: Tampa Bay Times
