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Gabrielle Drake lands Corrie guest role

Drake - Set to star in Coronation Street
Drake - Set to star in Coronation Street

Former 'UFO' star Gabrielle Drake is reportedly set to make a guest appearance in 'Coronation Street'.

According to The Mirror, the 65-year-old actress, who starred as Lt Gay Ellis in 'UFO', will play Vanessa in the soap.

The new character is a "well-to-do" lady who meets Bill Webster on a singles night.

A source told the newspaper: "Gabrielle is involved in a funny storyline which sees her and her partner eyeing up Bill and Pam when they meet in a hotel."

Drake is set to appear in 'Coronation Street' in June.

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