Barbara Knox (born 30 September 1933), is a British actress. She is known for her portrayal of newsagent Rita Sullivan in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street. She has been a full-time cast member for over 50 years, having appeared for one episode as Rita in December 1964, before becoming a regular cast member from January 1972 onwards. Knox is currently the second longest-serving cast member in the show.
Personal life
On 28 March 2014, it was reported that she had been arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol in her home town of Knutsford, Cheshire. On 4 April, Knox was formally charged, and she appeared at Macclesfield Magistrates' Court on 24 April. On 23 January 2015, she changed her plea to guilty. She was banned from driving for a year, as well as being fined £3,000 and £1,750 in costs.