Daran, of course, would go on to succeed Eric Rosser as the Street's archivist, but in 1985, then an art student, he was hailed as "The Street's Quiz Kid". He was also a huge fan of the BBC's then fledgling soap EastEnders and wanted to become that show's paid historian!
Daran said of Corrie:
"My friends are amazed at the time and effort I put into watching Coronation Street. But I think it's a lot saner than hobbies like fishing.
"I feel as if I know the characters as people. Some you hate, some you love. It's the same as in real life.
"My favourite was Elsie Tanner. I feel close to her because I know all about her life. For instance, the twenty-three affairs she has had."
So, there you are! If you fancy being a future Corrie historian, start studying the show and who knows!
The newspaper set Daran twenty questions to test his knowledge. And he passed 100%. Daran then set twenty questions for readers. Here's a selection...
1985 Questions Set For Daran Little...
How many times has Elsie Tanner married, when, and who were her husbands?
In which year did Bet Lynch first appear?
When did Annie Walker's husband Jack die?
What happened to David Barlow and Irma Ogden?
Fred Gee has had two affairs, with Vera Duckworth and Alma Walsh. But who did he marry in 1981?
Name Mavis Riley's two suitors of last year [1984]?
1985 Questions Set By Daran Little...
Who played Mrs Gilda Montefiore in the 1962 Christmas play?
Who gave Lucille Hewitt a black eye when she tried to fiddle the factory bonus scheme and in which year?
How many people have had their names above the Corner Shop (to 1985)?
Name the original occupant of No 5?
What degree did Ken Barlow obtain?
Why did Len Fairclough sack Dennis Tanner in 1966?
Who kidnapped Christopher Hewitt in 1962, and who found him?
Who did Dickie Fleming catch his wife Audrey kissing in 1971?
Thinking caps on and remember, you couldn't Google in 1985! Answers coming soon!
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