Stars of show face allegations of buying fake designer handbags from crew member whilst on set
As cast- members of a successful soap, the female stars of Coronation Street earn a good living.
And the fruits of their labour are often seen hanging off their arms in the form of designer handbags.
But the Sun on Sunday newspaper has claimed that several of the Soap's female cast-members have been involved in buying fake designer bags from a crew member.
It is alleged that top street stars have snapped up the imitations for as little as £40 from a female worker who brings them to the studios in Manchester.
A source told the paper: 'Its like Only Fools and Horses. Seeing top names buying them is distasteful.'
But the source did not accuse anyone in particular of indulging in the practice.
A spokesman for ITV told the paper: 'The bags are unbranded imitations, not counterfeits, and aren't sold on work premises or during work time.'
The allegations come as the soap is dealing with a seemingly never ending string of controversy, including the suspension of several high profile stars on allegations of sex offences and the sacking of Chris Fountain for his distasteful 'rape-raps.'
Many of the cast of Coronation Street enjoy showing off their fashion credentials, including Michelle Keegan who is often seen with her classic Chanel quilted handbag.
She has also been seen with several expensive looking totes.
Kym Marsh has also been seen with the classic Chanel bag which is believed to be one of the most imitated and counterfeited in the world.
And the fruits of their labour are often seen hanging off their arms in the form of designer handbags.
But the Sun on Sunday newspaper has claimed that several of the Soap's female cast-members have been involved in buying fake designer bags from a crew member.
Is it real? Michelle Keegan carries what appears to be a Chanel hand bag whilst on a night out
It is alleged that top street stars have snapped up the imitations for as little as £40 from a female worker who brings them to the studios in Manchester.
A source told the paper: 'Its like Only Fools and Horses. Seeing top names buying them is distasteful.'
But the source did not accuse anyone in particular of indulging in the practice.
Chic or cheap? Catherine Tyldesley is a fan of designer handbags
A spokesman for ITV told the paper: 'The bags are unbranded imitations, not counterfeits, and aren't sold on work premises or during work time.'
The allegations come as the soap is dealing with a seemingly never ending string of controversy, including the suspension of several high profile stars on allegations of sex offences and the sacking of Chris Fountain for his distasteful 'rape-raps.'
Arm candy: Michelle Keegan carries another fancy
bag. The allegations have not been made in connection with any star in
particular
Many of the cast of Coronation Street enjoy showing off their fashion credentials, including Michelle Keegan who is often seen with her classic Chanel quilted handbag.
She has also been seen with several expensive looking totes.
Kym Marsh has also been seen with the classic Chanel bag which is believed to be one of the most imitated and counterfeited in the world.
Chanel lover: Kym also is a fan of the classic bag
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