Les Battersby Actor Bruce Jones Quits Acting for Pro Wrestling
Aged 70, Bruce Jones, best known for his role as Les Battersby in Coronation Street, has made a surprising career move after 15 years since leaving the show. Rather than continuing his acting career, Jones is set to make his professional wrestling debut early next year.
Social Media Announcement Creates Buzz
Sovereign Pro Wrestling took to social media to announce the news, writing, "This is not a drill. This is not a parody. From the infamous cobbles of Weatherfield, the champion of the Rovers Return, THE Les Battersby makes his SOVPRO debut on February 18th." Fans were ecstatic, with many expressing their excitement and calling it the wildest thing they've seen in a while.
Panto Payday and Future Plans
According to HOAR, Bruce Jones has also landed a big payday for appearing in a pantomime this year. He will star in Beauty and the Beast at Christmas, and fans are eagerly awaiting his live performances. Jones is being paid around £20k for the gig, and sources say he is worth every penny.
Coronation Street Controversy
Bruce Jones portrayed the character of taxi driver Les Battersby on ITV's Coronation Street from 1997 to 2007. However, he was fired from the show amid allegations of drunkenly sharing confidential storylines with reporters.
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