Coronation Street Legend Geoff Hinsliff Dies Aged 87
TV favourite Geoff Hinsliff, best known as Don Brennan on Coronation Street, has died at 87. The soap confirmed the news, saying Hinsliff passed away earlier this week. The character Don—a memorable villain—kept viewers hooked with his dark, dramatic storylines including kidnap and attempted murder.
Co-Stars and Fans Pay Tribute
Helen Worth, who plays Gail Platt, led the heartfelt tributes. She said, “Geoff was a lovely, quiet man who will be sadly missed by us all. His partnership with Lynne Perry was something rather special, and they gave viewers huge pleasure for many years.”
From Leeds to TV Stardom
Born in Leeds in 1937, Hinsliff trained at RADA and launched his career in 1960. Before landing Don Brennan in 1987, he appeared in minor Coronation Street roles in the ’60s and ’70s. Geoff also had TV credits including Z-Cars, Dixon of Dock Green, The Professionals, and Heartbeat. On the big screen, he featured in the war epic A Bridge Too Far (1977).
Fans Remember a True Corrie Icon
Social media has flooded with messages mourning Hinsliff’s passing. One fan posted on Twitter: “RIP Don Brennan, a true Corrie legend.”
Geoff is survived by his wife Judith, whom he married in 1967, and their daughter Gaby, a journalist with The Guardian. His impact on British TV and Coronation Street will not be forgotten.
