HE’S an iconic part of the Coronation Street cast and is beloved by millions of fans across the country.

But security at the soap’s Manchester set failed to recognise Roy Cropper actor David Neilson as he made his way to work.

David Neilson was stopped from entering the Coronation Street set

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David Neilson was stopped from entering the Coronation Street setCredit: The Sun
Fans spotted him and asked for his autograph at the gates

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Fans spotted him and asked for his autograph at the gatesCredit: The Sun
Roy Cropper arrived on the cobbles in 1995

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Roy Cropper arrived on the cobbles in 1995Credit: ITV
Staff refused to let the actor, 75, onto the site, despite his exasperated insistence that he was his famous alter-ego.

He pressed a buzzer and said: “Roy Cropper. I’m on the show.”

As David paused at the site’s black gates, he was approached by a fan who asked him for an autograph.

The actor duly obliged and asked staff “Why do you think I’m standing here signing these? Why do you think?” while putting pen to paper.

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The Sun has contacted a representative of Corrie for comment.

Show stalwart Roy made his debut in 1995 and has appeared in more than 2,500 episodes.

He was at the heart of a major storyline this year after a miscarriage of justice saw him wrongfully locked up for killing missing teen Lauren Bolton.

He was held in prison while he awaited trial and then had to face far-right extremist Griff Reynolds, who was transferred back to Weatherfield Prison.

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Roy was rushed to hospital after collapsing in his cell, and he fell ill again when he was finally released following Nathan Curtis’ arrest over Lauren’s disappearance.

Even though his name had been cleared, Roy struggled to deal with what he had been through.

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He spent most of his time in the flat above the cafe, but eventually decided to head out when Shona told him she was ill.

Roy set out to deliver her some homemade soup when he was confronted by a gang of yobs.

As they called him names, he stumbled to the floor.

Carla rushed to his aid and it was clear he was in significant pain.

Fortunately, he pulled through and was blue lit to hospital where he received medical attention.

Roy was rushed to hospital with a heart attack after being bullied by youths

Roy was rushed to hospital with a heart attack after being bullied by youthsCredit: ITV

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