Coronation Street legend hits out at ‘ageist' critics: ‘I'm sick of it'
Coronation Street legend Beverley Callard has hit out at "ageist" critics of her participation in I'm a Celebrity... South Africa.
www.independent.co.ukBev Callard is commonly known as Beverley Callard, a Coronation Street veteran; recent coverage focuses on her health and public appearances rather to confirm her exact age. Here are the latest updates:
- Age context: Beverley Callard was born on June 2, 1956, which puts her in her late 60s to 69 as of 2026, depending on the date. This is consistent with multiple recent profiles and reporting about her life and career.[4][7]
- Health updates: She has been openly discussing a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, including updates on her progress, hospital visits, and public appearances while managing her health. This coverage has been ongoing through early to mid-2026.[1][3][5][8]
- Career notes: Despite health challenges, she has remained active in acting and media projects, including returning to screen work and participating in reality or talk formats, with discussions about her public image and age-related commentary surrounding her career.[7][9][10]
Illustrative quick snapshot:
- Born 1956 -> age 69 in 2025-2026 timeframe.
- Public statements emphasize resilience and navigating public life during treatment.[1][7]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent articles and summarize exact quotes or provide a timeline of key health and career milestones with citations.