Before joining the cast of Coronation Street as Eva Price, in addition to roles in Emmerdale, Holby City and Red Riding, Catherine Tyldesley played the part of Iris Moss in BBC drama Lilies…

And today, it’s been revealed that tragic teenager Rose Farley co-starred with Catherine on the drama in the role of Margaret McBride.

Rose of course died at the weekend after her drink was allegedly “spiked” with ecstasy. The PA report that a teenaged boy has been arrested in connection with Rose’s death.

Of Rose, Catherine said, “Such a loss. Beautiful girl inside and out. My deepest sympathies.”

Rose fell ill while attending a party in Liverpool, but despite being rushed to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, she died in the early hours of Saturday, leaving her family and friends devastated… Read more & comment »