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The UK's Prince Charles visits the set of Coronation Street in 2000. Roache is standing third from the left. Alamy Stock Photo

Poll: Do you watch the soaps?

Fun fact: the term ‘soap opera’ comes from radio dramas that were sponsored by soap manufacturers.

THE INTRIGUE, the family loyalties, the most current societal issues mirrored on the small screen – soap operas are a common feature on the TV schedule.

Coronation Street star William Roache has said he has no intention of retiring as he prepares for his 90th birthday on 25 April. After starring as Ken Barlow for more than 60 years, he holds a Guinness World Record for the longest-running TV soap star. 

So it made us wonder how many of us watch a soap opera. So we’re asking you today: do you watch a soap opera?


Poll Results:

No, but I used to (5157)
No, never (4948)
Yes (3011)

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