Corrie star shares 'torture' as he unveils TV role before ex co-star takes over

Former Coronation Street star Charlie De Melo has said its been 'torture' as he was finally able to speak out on his next TV role. .

It was confirmed that Charlie will play Charles Banerjee in The Giggle the third of three Doctor Who 60th anniversary specials to appear on-screens starting this month. David Tennant is set to reprise his role and star as the 14th Doctor alongside comedian Catherine Tate who plays the Time Lord’s former companion Donna Noble.

Sharing the news of his involvement on X, formerly known as Twitter, Charlie said: "Keeping this quiet has been a minor torture. Very excited to be a cog in this magnificent machine." He added, referring to being involved in Corrie's six-decade celebrations in 2020: "Two 60th Anniversaries on two titans of British television. It's a niche feather in my cap, but I shall wear it with pride.

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