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Coronation Street star Johnny Briggs dies at 85
By Zach Harper
Coronation Street character Mike Baldwin, has died at age 85.
The Battersea-born actor passed away after a lengthy illness, his family said.
We politely ask for privacy at this time, so that we can quietly grieve as a family and remember the wonderful times we had with him, the Briggs family said in a statement.
Those connected with the British soap opera, on which Johnny thrilled viewers with his portrayal of cigar-loving factory boss Mike, were quick to pay tribute to the star.
He was truly one of the most iconic characters the Street has ever known, ....

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