A British TV soap opera star is admitting he's struggled with deafness for more than half a century. Bill Roache plays Ken Barlow Coronation Street has only 50% of his hearing in each ear and relies on visual cues during filming. The 77-year-old lost his hearing in an accident as a young soldier. He's now involved with the Sound Barrier Star Awards, which recognise the achievements of the hard of hearing.
Monday, April 12, 2010
TV Star Reveals Hearing Loss
A British TV soap opera star is admitting he's struggled with deafness for more than half a century. Bill Roache plays Ken Barlow Coronation Street has only 50% of his hearing in each ear and relies on visual cues during filming. The 77-year-old lost his hearing in an accident as a young soldier. He's now involved with the Sound Barrier Star Awards, which recognise the achievements of the hard of hearing.
