Corrie's Bairstow: 'Amazing to be considered a role model'

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Channel: BBC Sounds · 2016 · Film & Animation

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Coronation Street's Liam Bairstow says it's an honour to be considered a role model for people with Down’s Syndrome.

Speaking to Coronation Street fan Grace Stockdale for Down's Sydrome Awareness Week, Bairstow said he feels it's a "great honour" to speak up for those with Down's Syndrome and offered advice for those looking to follow his path into acting.

This clip is originally from Phil Williams on Monday 21 March 2016.

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