Corrie comeback after 42-year gap

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Coronation Street character Jed Stone, played by actor Kenneth Cope, is returning to the ITV soap 42 years after he last appeared in the show.

The 77-year-old first set foot on the streets of Weatherfield in 1961 as Minnie Caldwell's lodger - who was nicknamed Sunny Jim.

He was last seen in 1966 being arrested for handling stolen blankets.

An ITV spokeswoman said Cope would have a recurring role in the show and was "delighted" to be asked back.

"Older viewers will recognise him," she added.

Cope made a brief appearance a few weeks ago but will return to screens tonight and continue to appear as part of a storyline that will run until Christmas.

The character, now a pensioner, is part of a plot involving property developer Tony Gordon.

His pet cat has adopted his nickname.