Corrie cast deny rift over Michelle Collins' accent

In all the tabloid and online hoo-hah surrounding Michelle Collins' northern accent as Stella Price in Coronation Street, the cast have denied newspaper stories saying they're unhappy with her accent on set. 

Digital Spy has an exclusive quote from a Coronation Street spokesperson who has scotched the tabloid rumours. They said: "The cast and crew have welcomed Michelle with open arms. To say they are angry about her casting or her accent is simply untrue and upsetting for everyone."

This Corrie fans is loving Stella Price, whatever her accent, rates Michelle Collins as an actress and is looking forward to seeing more of her and especially of Karl, Stella's fella.