Coronation Street star's heartbreak over co-star's tragic deathWaterloo Road actress Lorraine Cheshire died at the age of 65 after finding fame in her role as Fleur Budgen from 2007 to 2012 in the school-based Channel 4 dramaView 2 Images A Corrie star has paid tribute (Image: ITV)A Coronation Street star has spoken about their heartbreak over their co-star's death. ‌Lorraine was well known for her character of Fleur Budgen from 2007 to 2012 in the school-based drama Waterloo Road. One person said: "Fabulous in Early Doors and Waterloo Road. She then joined Waterloo Road as English teacher Fleur Budgen in 2007, which she played for five years. For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads.

Source: The Star December 22, 2025 22:43 UTC