Samia Longchambon to debut as Loose Women panelist

Samia Longchambon, known for her 26-year tenure as Maria Connor on Coronation Street, is making her debut as a panelist on the ITV daytime talk show Loose Women.

While Longchambon has appeared on the program as a guest in the past, this marks her first time sitting on the panel for the duration of a full episode. Announcing the news via Instagram, she expressed excitement and admitted to feeling ‘slightly nervous’ about the new challenge. The appearance is scheduled to air on Wednesday, September 16.