She moans in pain] Well, that's at least three layers of fake tan. Top artists Rita Littlewood: Well, I've just developed the ability to tune out when he starts wittering. Ena found it disconcerting to have neighbours after so many years of having one side of the street to herself. How could you? Birthplace Carson stayed with the show until 2 April 1980. There was a link to this article on the BBC site about Northern Drama as the television show, Waterloo Road is about . Corrie Quotes "Oh, lovely. She just sat up, broke wind, and died." Read reviews from world's largest community for readers. Leanne Battersby: Get a good handful did ya! And you made me feel it was my fault! Jack Duckworth: [after he sees through Vera's disguise] You're no flamin' widow! Violet Wilson: [Pleasantly] Hiya, Sarah, what can I get you? In 1989, Deirdre Barlow mentioned that "Ena Sharples will be turning in her grave" thus implying Ena has died by this time. In court, Ena pleaded not guilty, but refused to give her age when questioned, saying only that she was over 21. A neighbour of Ena's, Elsie Tanner lived at No.11. Some people work hard, very hard, all the year round and this is what they get at the end of it. Later that year, Ena got bored with the maisonette and moved into a flat above Ernest Bishop's camera shop. Valerie Tatlock: Look Ken, you enjoy yourself going to the theatre and reading and all that. The rustier the better. Les Battersby: [eating a turkey he had run over earlier] This is Champion Turkey, this! Ena: Lovely - she just sat up, broke wind, and died. If only they could want a bit more. A fortnight in Blackpool: chip shops, stink of onions, lights, some imbecile sideshows, a dirty great concrete fairground and they're happy. The two women rowed in the street, having to be pulled apart; Ena even broke a window with her purse. Caitlin Moran: me, drugs and the perimenopause Betty Turpin: With his reputation for proposing, you know, they'll have fixed a date already! . Rita Littlewood: [reading from the novel] "Norris jumped out of the moped as Emilia and Reeba alighted the side-car ", Rita Littlewood: " and hand in hand, the three of them ran barefoot through Chester Zoo. Ena spent much of early 1978 with the Lomaxes in Hartlepool, who offered to house her permanently but she refused. Deirdre Barlow: Mother! Blanche Hunt: [to Ken Barlow] You're going to have to learn to take pleasure in the misfortunes of others, Ken, or you're going to have a very miserable old age. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and m. In 2010, a short online video titled Ken: A Life on the Street reiterated that she was no longer alive when Ken Barlow (William Roache) told his grandson Simon (Alex Bain) that she was "long dead now". Minnie was embarrassed at Ena trying to fight her battles and disappeared. It quickly became a permanent part of the character's apparel, added by Violet Carson, who refused to let the make-up department touch her elegantly-styled silver hair. Subscribe now for more! Ena's age and ability to do the work was a constant concern to the council. Carla Connor: [Robbie rips off some duct tape] Look, if you want money, I can get you whatever you want. Robbie Sloane: Sshh. 2nd April 1980 Matters were made worse after Ena fell over and was knocked unconscious while looking after Tracy Langton. Yet she still frequently indulged in a glass of milk stout in the Rovers Return, unwilling to allow lay preacher Leonard Swindley to dictate how she lived her life outside the Mission. I've seen it with my own eyes! Ian died after only two days and Alfred died in 1937 during the Depression, leaving Ena a widow with two children. Ena didn't approve, seeing it as the misuse of a holy building and an invasion of her home. With no one else to take the job, Ena was selected as caretaker, and she moved into the adjacent Centre flat. Blanche Hunt: Skirt no bigger than a belt, too much eyeliner, and roots as dark as her soul. Ena Sharples - Reception Although generally dismissive of each other in public, they did occasionally put their differences aside in a crunch - in 1962, when no one else would, Ena let Elsie know that her boyfriend Bill Gregory was married. Betty Turpin: Does it matter! The curtains won't twitch themselves, you know. Towards the 1970s, Ena mellowed as she spent more time away from Weatherfield, her friends and family leaving her life one-by-one. In turn, Elsie strongly disliked Ena for her seemingly incessant gossip and desire to know about the private lives of others; and the two confronted each other frequently. Ena grew up in a warm and loving home, and hoped to have the same for herself. For fifty weeks of the year they work to save up for this. Ena was first seen to wear a hairnet in Episode 5. In 1914, Ena had become friends with Albert Tatlock after Dinky Low, a local boy Ena had a crush on, asked her to write to Albert. Additional information on Ena's life from 1915-1945 was found in the books Keeping the Home Fires Burning and Coronation Street at War by Daran Little, and The Way to Victory by Christine Green. Ena was also instrumental in Jack and Annie Walker reconciling when they fell out in 1964. Blanche Hunt: Well I think he needs telling! Blanche Hunt: I've never heard such self-indulgent whinging in all my life. (First line, introducing herself to Florrie Lindley). Ena was at her best in arguments, whether on the attack or the defensive. She was subsequently fined 40/-. In 1975, Ena began to make much more frequent visits to the street but often found that Minnie was away in Whaley Bridge, visiting their old friend Handel Gartside. The first reference to her was made in the 1985 spin off video 'The Jubilee Years' when Ken Barlow revealed that Ena had "died a couple of years ago". No one saw me, no one knows I'm here, I'm quite certain we won't be disturbed. Emily Nugent: Doing what? Ena collapsed due to the stress, but walked out of the hospital to return to her post so that Martha, who had taken on her responsibilities while she recovered, couldn't steal her job. Minnie continued to be fond of gambling, but Ena strongly disapproved and in 1972 tried to have her barred from Benny Lewis's Betting Shop for her own good. Easily one of the most recognisable names on the Street, it was this quote from Ena, broadcast in only the second ever episode of Coronation Street, that gave us a glimpse behind her hard exterior. Marcus Dent: There's one thing Julie's got that's bigger than most people's. [Carla and Hayley turn to see Tony walking towards them], Robbie Sloane: She's howling like a banshee, someone will hear. 12 Dec 2010. Norris Cole: You should be at home, studying. There was an instant chemistry but Ena was upset to learn he was already married, and broke contact with him. Gail Platt: Again? In 1980, Ena dumped herself on Elsie Tanner (Pat Phoenix) and later Albert, while the flat was being re-decorated. And I kept denying it and denying it and denying it 'cos I was so scared of losing you. Peter Barlow: Tripped over his ego has he? I mean we really made the best of it didn't we?". She won't hear you - she's as deaf as a post! Ena quotes :) : r/JoelG - Reddit I'll try not to be in the way, so take care of me from now on." Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. We all having the same again, girls? Blanche Hunt: Oh! Number of appearances Ena Sharples: If that's Old King Cole I'm Huckleberry Hound; if you don't know what you're watching you want to keep your trap shut. 24th November 1899 Rita Littlewood: I've seen some hard-faced b*tches in my time but you take the bloody gold medal! I nearly died of the shame. ena sharples, ena sharples quotes Poster by Varshadesigns No further mention of Ena was made, and it was assumed she had moved to St Annes permanently. Spouse(s) . Although she rarely participated in organised street events, she was known to get involved occasionally. *Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Fandom will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Steve McDonald: Yeah, just as mates. Although the living arrangements at No. Minnie soon turned up, and Ena was able to turn the tables on Dave Smith by blackmailing him over his tax fraud. Coronation Street Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. You and him have been on and off more times than the light in Eileen Grimshaw's fridge! Sally Seddon: Yeah, re-branding they call it. Valerie Tatlock: What are you talking about? The final episode featuring Ena was broadcast on 2 April 1980. I mean, even her initials are a killer disease! Her sister Alice, a few years older, often resented Ena's attempts at perfection. Ena Sharples. Ena feared for her home until she discovered she had been left No.11 Coronation Street in the will of the recently deceased owner, Mrs. Briggs. Sell your art Login Signup. Tony Gordon: Oi! Her skills were regularly called upon at events in the Rovers Return and other community venues. I've never heard so much self-indulgent whinging in all my life! An attentive student with a strong Christian upbringing, Ena became devoted to her religion and developed a firm belief in the importance of rules and morals. We'll take on some new staff, we'll expand, because all that matters is our girls. I don't suppose either of you thought of puttin' the kettle on, did yer?" Did you listen to what you were saying? Blanche Hunt: He's a looney and she's a man. Hayley Cropper: [entering empty factory] Well, where is she? [Hayley puts the phone down slowly and angrily]. It's all about image these days. She cries loudly] Oh, did I give you a Chinese burn. Danny Baldwin: Call it a day, before the pink elephants start marching in! In March of 1963 her sister Alice Raybould died aged 80. I'm going to smack your nose into the back of your head. Ken Barlow: Well that's just what they are in this place, like a lot of sheep. Just don't [Robbie places the duct tape over Carla's mouth, gagging her]. The community the Mission served - a working class backstreet with a raincoat factory close by - gave Ena plenty of ammunition for gossip, and a reason to voice her disapproval, under pretension of upholding the Lord's work. Sally Seddon: Do you know what you sound like? Frankie Baldwin: Will it make him better? For running around you for the past week? Warren's initial kitchen sink drama proposal was rejected by the station's founder Sidney Bernstein, but he was persuaded by producer Harry Elton to produce the programme for 13 pilot episodes. Or so they think. Brian Tilsley: " isn't it Gail. Leanne Battersby: I'll just get you another glass, Blanche, with tea in it. Ena Sharples: If I had my way, I'd like to go like me mother did. Ena Sharples Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images During her school days Ena met Martha Hartley (Lynne Carol) and Minnie Carlton (Margot Bryant), establishing lifelong friendships. Carson died on Boxing Day 1983 at the age of 85, following her departure in 1980. Now, the thing about flyers is it's all about the artwork and the larger the print run, the cheaper they are. At this time Ena thought to herself that in some way Elsie reminded her of her younger self. Cilla Brown: [Cilla answers the door to Janice]. Well you certainly have! A harridan in a hair-net with a surly expression that could stop a grown man in his tracks."[3]. We will be the Websters' family auto centre! She appeared in the first ever episode broadcast on 9 December 1960, although the character had been portrayed by the actress Nita Valerie in the first unaired pilot and Nan Marriott-Watson in the second unaired pilot. The Lomaxes offered to house Ena but she declined. Emily Nugent: I'm quite capable of deciding for myself what I can or can not do! I've a tea towel with some on - Norris knows that! Ena is not amused during the street Silver Jubilee celebrations. Hayley Cropper: Listen to her, Tracy Barlow. Ray Langton: Something for me? Blanche Hunt: Oh that's just for starters. How did you get in? [2] Audrey Potter: Now don't worry, love. I always do when you speak. Vera Sharples (1921)Madge Sharples (1924)Ian Sharples Sophie Webster: And that top doesn't suit you but you still wear it. I think you're both! Gail Potter: [to Richard Hillman] You're Norman Bates with a briefcase. [talking about caf? Angered by the lack of progress that prevented her from moving back into her home, she left to stay in St. Annes, unsure about whether or not to return to Coronation Street. In 1965, Ena discovered Hilda Ogden was the culprit behind some threatening phone calls Elsie had received, and exposed her. Tony Gordon: Don't worry. Ena Sharples Wiki - Everipedia.org Frankie Baldwin: You can't do that. Intro quote: "You're the head of household huh? Naughty! Our maths genius helped with all this. [knocks more jars of the shelf and then pauses], [throws a large jar of something on the floor and it smashes extremely loudly]. Vera came to stay again later in 1966, claiming to be ill. Ena did not believe her until she spoke to Vera's doctor, who said that Vera had a brain tumour and had just a month to live; however Vera had not yet been told that her condition was terminal. In 1989, Deirdre Barlow (Anne Kirkbride) said that, due to recent events in Coronation Street, "Ena Sharples would be turning in her grave", confirming that she had died by this time. In the show's fictional history, the street was built in 1902 and named in honour of the coronation of King Edward VII. For the duration of World War II, Ena was an Air Raid warden, lording it over the other residents when they had to seek refuge in the Mission cellar. Eventually, councillor Alf Roberts decided to reinstall Ena at the Centre later in the year. My mum used to say Ena Sharples reminded her of Gran, which she wouldn't have been happy to hear! Coronation Street (also known as Corrie) is a British soap opera created by Granada Television and shown on ITV since 9 December 1960. Gail Potter: David's been through the wringer. Melanie: I found it very illuminating. The Mission was closed for good a year later, when it was demolished along with the factory to make way for a block of two-storey maisonettes. There is always a bright side to every situation. Find your thing. Warren Baldwin: That's disgusting, what's in it? Betty Turpin: Well, that's what we used to say. You sound like a parent whose kids go to Weatherfield High, a parent with no ambition. [He rips the tape off her skin. But here you are still buzzing around like the queen bee, passing judgment on everyone you meet. Ena jumped at the chance to go abroad for the first time and meet the family she never knew she had. Seven? Nobody needs to know that! Howard Lee: Ross was just trying to help those here with a drink problem, to see that they're not alone. Amber Kalirai: Not true! In 1969, Ena became bored with the maisonette and moved into a flat above Ernest Bishop's (Stephen Hancock) camera shop. Ena and Minnie lived with each other at No.5 several times, usually when no one else was willing to house Ena, who was reputedly difficult to live with. After ten seconds he *will* be sick. Ena: I would just like to go the way me mother did. 1976: Handel tells Ena that Minnie is never returning. Unique 121. When the war ended, Alfred and Ena ran into each other again and he told her that his marriage had been in name only - he'd had to marry the daughter of someone his father had owed money to. [Blanche slaps him] What the hell were that for? 1 note "Oh, lovely. Despite their difficult moments, they were always there for each other. Rosie Webster: They sell clothes and stuff. https://www.quotes.net/movies/coronation_street_101305, https://www.quotes.net/movies/coronation_street_quotes_101305. Shelley Unwin: Peter. In a book written about Women and Soap Opera, Ena was described as "brusque and uncompromising, refusing to adjust to the changing times". Norris Cole: I do wish you wouldn't use Americanisms in the shop. Ena smashed a window with her bag in anger, and when they both finally calmed down, and Ena agreed not to evict Elsie, Elsie made the ballsy statement that made everyone laugh under their breath: "Well you'll pay for that window!" Even the usually stalwart Ena gasped at that! One of the hairnet props was sold at auction for 65 in 2005 to a Dutch gentleman, who had bought it for his mother, a lifelong fan. Rita Littlewood: [about Norris's secret book] The hero of his novel has got himself caught up in a menage-a-trois! Ena's forcefulness and argumentativeness was her key strength as well as her biggest weakness. Everyone kept telling me you're destroying me, that you go with other women. Ena preferred to control Vera's life and was disturbed when in 1942, while she had gone to a concert, Vera had gone to the American military base with Elsie Tanner and Elsie's friends, where she'd gotten drunk and lost her virginity. In court Ena pleaded not guilty, but refused to give her age when questioned, saying only that she was over 21. Ena Sharples (ne Schofield) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street, played by Violet Carson. Coronation Street, 1960 Quotes Of her old adversary Ena Sharples, she said: "That woman's tongue. However he enlisted for military service in the Great War and was killed in battle, devastating Ena. But us, me and you, we are Oak Hill parents Sally Seddon: Never mind the lads. Is there some correlation between how boring you are and how much you drink? Rita Littlewood: Did you ever run away from home? Enjoy reading and share 1 famous quotes about Ena Sharples with everyone. Alfred also informed Ena that his wife had recently died, so Ena decided to give him another chance. Shelley Unwin: Well, I'm still not too happy about it. This beer is no longer being produced by the brewery. Eileen Grimshaw: Yeah, and Sarah's been through half the lads in Weatherfield. Played by Craig Nelson: No, I've got my Christmas money. She just sat up, broke wind, and died." - Ena Sharples - 14th December 1960. Ena plays the piano for the Rovers regulars at Christmas 1967. Despite her willingness to gossip Ena was very guarded about her private life, and berated Martha for discussing her health problems with Ena's daughter, Vera Lomax (Ruth Holden). Ken Barlow: No, they don't know any better. I Was Ena Sharples Father book. 1963: Ena holds her own during a run-in with Leonard Swindley. You've been too busy so I got Rosie to help me. Valerie Tatlock: Well it wouldn't do if everyone was alike, would it? It's illegal! We found this clip in th. Blanche Hunt: I'm Deirdre's mother. Around 1917, Ena met Alfred Sharples, who had been sent home to heal a leg injury. Menu. Her most cherished possession was her harmonium, which nobody else was permitted to play.