Pip Mistral was an exotic dancer and showbusiness friend of Charlie Moffitt who caught the attention of Ken Barlow, less than two years after his marriage to Valerie Tatlock. Charlie had only moved into Coronation Street the week before when she called on him at his lodgings at No.5. Her shapely presence immediately attracted the attention of Len Fairclough and Albert Tatlock who saw her enter the house. Val and Concepta found out about the party and Val was especially hurt that Ken had found Pip interesting to talk to - she'd rather they'd have kissed instead.