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ITV Coronation Street Star Dies as Sad Announcement Issued
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND, AUG 7 – Frank Grimes, acclaimed for his role as Barry Connor on Coronation Street, died aged 78 after a brief illness, leaving behind a family and a legacy in Irish and British theatre.
- On August 1st, Frank Grimes died following a short illness surrounded by his family, known for his role as Barrington 'Barry' Connor in Coronation Street.
- Beginning in 2008, Frank Grimes starred as Barrington 'Barry' Connor on Coronation Street until 2015, appearing in more than 50 episodes.
- In a statement, the Irish Cultural Centre said, `Frank was undoubtedly one of Ireland's greatest actors`, and praised his three performances of 'A Portrait of James Joyce' at the ICC.
- He is survived by his wife Ginnette, daughter Tilly, son Andrew and his seven grandchildren, with fans pouring in tributes after last week's death.
- Frank Grimes worked extensively at the National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Royal Court and London's West End, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor for Borstal Boy on Broadway.
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Devon LiveCoronation Street star known for Barry Connor role dies aged 78
He also appeared in Casualty, Doctors and Mrs Brown's Boys
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The Independent (US)Coronation Street actor Frank Grimes dies, aged 78
Tony-nominated star has been called 'one of Ireland’s greatest actors’
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