Post by sootycat on Jan 3, 2011 12:55:06 GMT
From DS
Craig Gazey has signed a new deal to stay at Coronation Street, according to The Mirror.
The actor - who plays butcher Graeme Proctor - had been rumoured to quit the soap when his current contract ran out in the spring, with a possible move to theatre.
However, Gazey has reportedly changed his mind following an offer of a pay rise and a promise of bigger storylines.
A source said: "Craig is a highly valued member of the team, but it was touch and go as to whether he stayed. Craig's desire to leave was genuine. He wanted to branch out and do more theatre, especially Shakespeare, to broaden his range of acting experience.
"But Corrie were determined to keep him. They consider him one of their shining stars and they can be very persuasive.
"They said his character Graeme would become one of the main players and promised some bumper stories. Craig admired their enthusiasm and vision and quickly signed on the dotted line. Everyone is thrilled he's committed to the show."
Gazey's wage is rumoured to have increased from £90,000 to £150,000 a year.
Thats good news
Craig Gazey has signed a new deal to stay at Coronation Street, according to The Mirror.
The actor - who plays butcher Graeme Proctor - had been rumoured to quit the soap when his current contract ran out in the spring, with a possible move to theatre.
However, Gazey has reportedly changed his mind following an offer of a pay rise and a promise of bigger storylines.
A source said: "Craig is a highly valued member of the team, but it was touch and go as to whether he stayed. Craig's desire to leave was genuine. He wanted to branch out and do more theatre, especially Shakespeare, to broaden his range of acting experience.
"But Corrie were determined to keep him. They consider him one of their shining stars and they can be very persuasive.
"They said his character Graeme would become one of the main players and promised some bumper stories. Craig admired their enthusiasm and vision and quickly signed on the dotted line. Everyone is thrilled he's committed to the show."
Gazey's wage is rumoured to have increased from £90,000 to £150,000 a year.
Thats good news
