Dilys Watling, best known for playing Merle Baker on Corrie, has died 💔
Coronation Street star Dilys Watling has died at the age of 78 after battling a long illness, her family has sadly confirmed.
Her work on stage saw her even being nominated for a prestigious Tony Award for Best Leading Actress for her Broadway debut in 1970 musical Georgy. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page. "She also released a couple of singles, including Don’t Say You Love Me, which made it into the charts in 1964. Become an OK! VIP and see all our exclusives - for free! Become an OK! VIP and you will unlock access to all of our big exclusives...
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