Coronation Street legend Geoffrey Hinsliff has died at the age of 87

Outside of Coronation Street, Hinsliff had a long and varied career in British television and film

Coronation Street legend Geoffrey Hinsliff has died at the age of 87, the ITV soap has confirmed. Geoffrey Hinsliff was a British actor best known for his role as Don Brennan in the popular British soap opera Coronation Street.

He appeared in the show from 1987 to 1997. Don Brennan was a complex character, known for his troubled relationships and dramatic storylines, including his financial struggles and eventual mental breakdown, which led to a tragic car crash.

Outside of Coronation Street, Hinsliff had a long and varied career in British television and film. He appeared in other TV shows such as The Professionals, Heartbeat, Emmerdale, and Z-Cars. He also made appearances in stage productions and smaller roles in films.

Hinsliff trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and had a solid reputation for playing a variety of roles, both dramatic and comedic, in British television.