Paul Clayton (Coronation Street)
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Paul Clayton is a fictional character
in the UK television ITV
soap opera
, Coronation Street
. Portrayed by Lee Booth, the character first appeared on-screen during an episode that aired on 29 November 2000. When the character returned in 2007, Paul was played by Tom Hudson
.
was revealed prior to the character's return in 2007, it was revealed that the character would pick up where his on-screen father Terry
left off. Tom Hudson revealed that the character would develop to become a "loveable rogue", however, would become much more of a rogue than lovable. He also stated that the character would take interest in various of the streets ladies. Following the character's return, Tom revealed that a role on the show was what he'd always hoped for, having watched the show with his mother as a child. Around the time that Liz Dawn
, who played the character of Paul's paternal grandmother, Vera Duckworth
, was revealed to be leaving the show, Tom claimed that he would miss the actor, even though he understood that her ill health forced her to leave. Prior to the character's departure in 2008, Tom claimed that he enjoyed his role on the show, however, had other things planned. Tom also revealed that the character would definitely return in later years, alike to his on-screen father. The actor also stated that the storyline in which the character would exit was what Tom had hoped for.
and Andrea Clayton, the character was born off-screen on 7 November 1986 (coincidently the same day as his grandfather Jack's 50th Birthday), following the Clayton family's departure. Paul was raised by his maternal grandmother whilst Andrea attended university. Paul's paternal grandmother, Vera
, however, insisted on involvement in her grandson's upbringing, which provoked the family to leave.
In November 2000, Andrea returned to Coronation Street in search for Terry, as Paul needed a kidney donor. Terry agreed to be the donor, however, fled in cowardice just days before the operation, and Vera subsequently took his place. Paul returned later in 2001, fully recovered, to visit his paternal grandparents.
Paul was furthermore absent from the show until 2007 when Molly Compton
managed to get in touch with him concerning Vera's poor health. He began living at 9 Coronation Street in order to help his paternal grandfather, Jack
, look after Vera. It was soon revealed that Paul had arrived in Weatherfield after being caught in bed with his ex-employers wife. Upon his return, Paul began working at Leanne Battersby
's restaurant, Valandro's, and eventually bought a share by receiving a loan in Jack's name.
Following Paul's arrival at number 9, Tyrone Dobbs
began to get suspicious of him. Tyrone repeatedly attempted to catch Paul taking Jack's money, though was unsuccessful. However, in September 2007, Tyrone blamed Paul after Jack and Vera realised they were missing money after Paul had taken some to buy items for the restaurant without Jack's permission. Jack began to suspect Tyrone of the theft after catching him checking his tin.
In October 2007, Paul's previous employer enquired Leanne to reveal Paul's whereabouts. Even though she told him to take his case to number 9, Tyrone allowed Paul to escape out the back of the house. The employer subsequently raided Valandro's. Following this, Paul revealed to Leanne that he had feelings for her.
Around Christmas time, Paul confessed to Jack that he had taken his money. As he and Vera had planned to use the savings to retire to Blackpool
, Jack lied to her that he'd miscalculated their savings.
Following Vera's death in 2008, Dan Mason told Jack he had a winning betting slip worth £3000, however, needed it before he could pay him. Tyrone, having placed the bet for Jack, revealed he had given it to Vera to pass onto Jack, though forgot prior to her death. Paul obtained the betting slip after he, Jack, Tyrone and Molly had searched for it for almost two weeks. Dan confronted him when he attempted to hand it in himself. They agreed that if Dan cashed it, Paul would give him a share of the money, and Paul received £2000. Unfortunately, Harry mentioned the slip to Jack, though it was clear that he knew nothing about it. Harry explained that he was mistaken, confronting his son, insisting that Dan pay back the money. This led to Jack receiving £3000 of Dan's money. Dan subsequently ordered Paul to return the money, however, refused. Dan persistently attempted to force Paul to repay him, and began ordering service at Valandro's but refusing to pay. Dan eventually demanded that Paul pay the money, and Paul began to avoid Dan until being kidnapped by him. Paul claimed that he had nothing except the clothes on his back. Dan demanded that Paul strip to his boxer shorts. Jack then offered to pay Dan the debt.
In March 2008, Paul set fire to Valandro's for Leanne in exchange for sexual favours. Having discovered that Leanne had used him, he confessed his and Leanne's guilt to the police. Dan, having been dating Leanne, had subsequently provided Leanne with an alibi. This left Paul alone to face a term in prison. Paul's solicitor revealed that he faced a two year prison sentence. Whilst considering fleeing the country, Paul was offered £10,000 by Jack to stay and face his punishment. He also promised to treble the amount on Paul's release in order for Paul to begin a new life. Paul, however, decided on fleeing the country. However, he left the £10,000 behind and Jack once again felt pride for his grandson.
Character (arts)
A character is the representation of a person in a narrative work of art . Derived from the ancient Greek word kharaktêr , the earliest use in English, in this sense, dates from the Restoration, although it became widely used after its appearance in Tom Jones in 1749. From this, the sense of...
in the UK television ITV
ITV
ITV is the major commercial public service TV network in the United Kingdom. Launched in 1955 under the auspices of the Independent Television Authority to provide competition to the BBC, it is also the oldest commercial network in the UK...
soap opera
Soap opera
A soap opera, sometimes called "soap" for short, is an ongoing, episodic work of dramatic fiction presented in serial format on radio or as television programming. The name soap opera stems from the original dramatic serials broadcast on radio that had soap manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble,...
, Coronation Street
Coronation Street
Coronation Street is a British soap opera set in Weatherfield, a fictional town in Greater Manchester based on Salford. Created by Tony Warren, Coronation Street was first broadcast on 9 December 1960...
. Portrayed by Lee Booth, the character first appeared on-screen during an episode that aired on 29 November 2000. When the character returned in 2007, Paul was played by Tom Hudson
Tom Hudson
Tom Hudson is an English Actor who can also be credited as Thomas Hudson.Hudson is best known for his roles as Baz Wainwright in Grange Hill between 2003 and 2007 and as Paul Clayton in Coronation Street between 2007 and 2008.In February 2008, ten months after landing the role of Terry Duckworth's...
.
Casting
When the character's arrival as Tom HudsonTom Hudson
Tom Hudson is an English Actor who can also be credited as Thomas Hudson.Hudson is best known for his roles as Baz Wainwright in Grange Hill between 2003 and 2007 and as Paul Clayton in Coronation Street between 2007 and 2008.In February 2008, ten months after landing the role of Terry Duckworth's...
was revealed prior to the character's return in 2007, it was revealed that the character would pick up where his on-screen father Terry
Terry Duckworth
Terrence Edgar "Terry" Duckworth is a fictional character from the soap opera Coronation Street, played by Nigel Pivaro. He was introduced as the son of popular characters Jack and Vera Duckworth, making his on-screen debut on August 1, 1983. Terry has three sons: Paul, Tommy, and Brad...
left off. Tom Hudson revealed that the character would develop to become a "loveable rogue", however, would become much more of a rogue than lovable. He also stated that the character would take interest in various of the streets ladies. Following the character's return, Tom revealed that a role on the show was what he'd always hoped for, having watched the show with his mother as a child. Around the time that Liz Dawn
Elizabeth Dawn
Elizabeth 'Liz' Dawn MBE , is an English actress, best known for her role as Vera Duckworth in the long-running British soap opera, Coronation Street...
, who played the character of Paul's paternal grandmother, Vera Duckworth
Vera Duckworth
Veronica "Vera" Duckworth , played by Elizabeth Dawn, is a fictional character on the British soap opera Coronation Street, first appearing in August 1974 and last appearing in episode 6,734 on 18 January 2008, where the character peacefully died in her sleep at the age of 70 from heart failure...
, was revealed to be leaving the show, Tom claimed that he would miss the actor, even though he understood that her ill health forced her to leave. Prior to the character's departure in 2008, Tom claimed that he enjoyed his role on the show, however, had other things planned. Tom also revealed that the character would definitely return in later years, alike to his on-screen father. The actor also stated that the storyline in which the character would exit was what Tom had hoped for.
Storylines
The son of Terry DuckworthTerry Duckworth
Terrence Edgar "Terry" Duckworth is a fictional character from the soap opera Coronation Street, played by Nigel Pivaro. He was introduced as the son of popular characters Jack and Vera Duckworth, making his on-screen debut on August 1, 1983. Terry has three sons: Paul, Tommy, and Brad...
and Andrea Clayton, the character was born off-screen on 7 November 1986 (coincidently the same day as his grandfather Jack's 50th Birthday), following the Clayton family's departure. Paul was raised by his maternal grandmother whilst Andrea attended university. Paul's paternal grandmother, Vera
Vera Duckworth
Veronica "Vera" Duckworth , played by Elizabeth Dawn, is a fictional character on the British soap opera Coronation Street, first appearing in August 1974 and last appearing in episode 6,734 on 18 January 2008, where the character peacefully died in her sleep at the age of 70 from heart failure...
, however, insisted on involvement in her grandson's upbringing, which provoked the family to leave.
In November 2000, Andrea returned to Coronation Street in search for Terry, as Paul needed a kidney donor. Terry agreed to be the donor, however, fled in cowardice just days before the operation, and Vera subsequently took his place. Paul returned later in 2001, fully recovered, to visit his paternal grandparents.
Paul was furthermore absent from the show until 2007 when Molly Compton
Molly Dobbs
Molly Cosette Dobbs is a fictional character in the British television ITV soap opera, Coronation Street. Portrayed by actress Vicky Binns, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 5 September 2005. On 7 May 2010, Binns announced she was quitting the soap...
managed to get in touch with him concerning Vera's poor health. He began living at 9 Coronation Street in order to help his paternal grandfather, Jack
Jack Duckworth
John Harold "Jack" Duckworth is a long-standing fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street, a long-running serial drama about working class life in the fictional town of Weatherfield. He is played by actor William Tarmey. The character debuted onscreen during the episode...
, look after Vera. It was soon revealed that Paul had arrived in Weatherfield after being caught in bed with his ex-employers wife. Upon his return, Paul began working at Leanne Battersby
Leanne Battersby
Leanne Anika Barlow is a fictional character on the soap opera Coronation Street. Portrayed by actress Jane Danson, the character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 4 July 1997....
's restaurant, Valandro's, and eventually bought a share by receiving a loan in Jack's name.
Following Paul's arrival at number 9, Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Sylvester Dobbs is a fictional character in the UK television ITV soap opera, Coronation Street. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on November 30, 1998.- Casting :...
began to get suspicious of him. Tyrone repeatedly attempted to catch Paul taking Jack's money, though was unsuccessful. However, in September 2007, Tyrone blamed Paul after Jack and Vera realised they were missing money after Paul had taken some to buy items for the restaurant without Jack's permission. Jack began to suspect Tyrone of the theft after catching him checking his tin.
In October 2007, Paul's previous employer enquired Leanne to reveal Paul's whereabouts. Even though she told him to take his case to number 9, Tyrone allowed Paul to escape out the back of the house. The employer subsequently raided Valandro's. Following this, Paul revealed to Leanne that he had feelings for her.
Around Christmas time, Paul confessed to Jack that he had taken his money. As he and Vera had planned to use the savings to retire to Blackpool
Blackpool
Blackpool is a borough, seaside town, and unitary authority area of Lancashire, in North West England. It is situated along England's west coast by the Irish Sea, between the Ribble and Wyre estuaries, northwest of Preston, north of Liverpool, and northwest of Manchester...
, Jack lied to her that he'd miscalculated their savings.
Following Vera's death in 2008, Dan Mason told Jack he had a winning betting slip worth £3000, however, needed it before he could pay him. Tyrone, having placed the bet for Jack, revealed he had given it to Vera to pass onto Jack, though forgot prior to her death. Paul obtained the betting slip after he, Jack, Tyrone and Molly had searched for it for almost two weeks. Dan confronted him when he attempted to hand it in himself. They agreed that if Dan cashed it, Paul would give him a share of the money, and Paul received £2000. Unfortunately, Harry mentioned the slip to Jack, though it was clear that he knew nothing about it. Harry explained that he was mistaken, confronting his son, insisting that Dan pay back the money. This led to Jack receiving £3000 of Dan's money. Dan subsequently ordered Paul to return the money, however, refused. Dan persistently attempted to force Paul to repay him, and began ordering service at Valandro's but refusing to pay. Dan eventually demanded that Paul pay the money, and Paul began to avoid Dan until being kidnapped by him. Paul claimed that he had nothing except the clothes on his back. Dan demanded that Paul strip to his boxer shorts. Jack then offered to pay Dan the debt.
In March 2008, Paul set fire to Valandro's for Leanne in exchange for sexual favours. Having discovered that Leanne had used him, he confessed his and Leanne's guilt to the police. Dan, having been dating Leanne, had subsequently provided Leanne with an alibi. This left Paul alone to face a term in prison. Paul's solicitor revealed that he faced a two year prison sentence. Whilst considering fleeing the country, Paul was offered £10,000 by Jack to stay and face his punishment. He also promised to treble the amount on Paul's release in order for Paul to begin a new life. Paul, however, decided on fleeing the country. However, he left the £10,000 behind and Jack once again felt pride for his grandson.