Ever wondered how a character could simultaneously captivate and terrify an audience? Richard Hillman, the notorious villain from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street, achieved just that, becoming a cultural phenomenon and a benchmark for television antagonists. His story is a complex tapestry of charm, deceit, and outright malice, leaving viewers both enthralled and disturbed.
Richard Charles Hillman, portrayed by the talented Brian Capron, first graced our screens on June 20, 2001. He quickly embedded himself as a central character, evolving into the show's primary antagonist until his dramatic exit on March 14, 2003. His tenure, though relatively brief, was packed with storylines that kept the nation glued to their television sets. Hillman wasn't just a villain; he was a sophisticated manipulator, a financial advisor with a dark secret, a man capable of charming his way into people's lives before ruthlessly exploiting them.
| Richard Hillman: Biographical and Professional Details | |
|---|---|
| Category | Details |
| Full Name | Richard Charles Hillman (Fictional) |
| Occupation | Fictional Character; Serial Killer, Financial Advisor (in Coronation Street) |
| Portrayed By | Brian Capron |
| First Appearance | June 20, 2001 |
| Last Appearance | March 14, 2003 |
| Soap Opera | Coronation Street (British ITV) |
| Marital Status (in Soap) | Married to Gail Platt |
| Children (Stepchildren in Soap) | Stepfather to Gail Platt's children |
| Known For | Being a notorious serial killer and main antagonist in Coronation Street. |
| Cause of Death (in Soap) | Drowning in a canal after driving his car into it. |
| Actor Information (Brian Capron) | |
| Real Name | Brian Capron |
| Birth Date | February 11, 1947 |
| Birth Place | Eye, Suffolk, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 1968 – Present |
| Notable Role | Richard Hillman in Coronation Street |
| Reference | Coronation Street Official Website |
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