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Bill Tarmey
Bill Tarmey (born William Piddington; formerly William Cleworth-Piddington; 4 April 1941 – 9 November 2012) was an English actor, singer and author, best known for playing Jack Duckworth in the soap opera "Coronation Street". First appearing in the role in November 1979, he played it continually from 1983 to 2010.
Early life and education.
Tarmey was born in Ardwick, Manchester, Lancashire. Shortly after his birth, he moved with his family to live in Bradford, Manchester
Jack Duckworth
Jack Duckworth is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera, "Coronation Street", played by Bill Tarmey. The character debuted on-screen during the episode broadcast on 28 November 1979. Jack was introduced by executive producer Bill Podmore. Tarmey had previously appeared as a background character in many episodes featuring scenes in the Rovers Return, including some occasional speaking lines.
More than twenty years after first appearing, Tarmey eventually cut down filming due to problems with his health and often contemplated leaving the series