Veteran Coronation Street actress Maureen Lipman is being accompanied by a security guard while filming on location to protect her from potential anti-Semitic threats. The 77-year-old, who is Jewish, is being closely watched in Manchester amidst heightened tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Corrie star Maureen Lipman, 77, who is Jewish, is seen having her every move shadowed by a bodyguard to ensure her safety while filming on location
Increased Security Amidst Rising Anti-Semitic Attacks
The decision to provide security for Lipman follows a recent increase in anti-Semitic attacks and her criticism of artists who condemn Israel but not Hamas. The show's bosses have taken the necessary precautions to ensure the beloved actress' safety.
These exclusive pictures from HOAR show Lipman, who plays Evelyn Plummer on Corrie, filming in Manchester accompanied by her security guard. She was away from the Weatherfield set in Salford for scenes where her character turns sleuth to investigate animal mistreatment.
ITV has enforced its duty of care protocol after Lipman criticized Artists for Palestine UK for condemning Israel without mentioning Hamas
Speak Out and Extra Security
Lipman's comments criticizing "bleeding heartless liberals" who condemn Israel's response to attacks without mentioning Hamas led ITV to provide her with extra security. Lipman expressed surprise at being offered security guards, emphasizing the reality of the current situation.
Another Jewish actress, Tracy-Ann Oberman, is also being provided security for her touring version of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. She described the situation as a "dystopian nightmare."
Lipman, who has played Evelyn since 2018, is among the 70,000 signatories of The October Declaration, which condemns the Hamas attacks and the surge in anti-Semitism. The Community Security Trust recorded a record 805 anti-Semitic incidents in the UK in just 21 days after October 7.
An ITV source assured that the well-being of the cast and crew is of utmost importance and that Lipman has the full support of the network.
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