Coronation Street fans praise 'outstanding' Abi Webster scene as long-running issue explained

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank has been praised by fans after sharing a plea. The actor took to social media to show how he was spending a laidback Saturday after no doubt another busy week in front of the camera on the cobbles.

Coronation Street fans think they've figured out a new love story that might be on the cards for one heartbroken cobbles resident after a big character leaves the show later this year. As regular viewers will already know, Peter Ash, who plays Paul Foreman, will be leaving the soap soon as part of the emotional conclusion of his motor neurone disease storyline.

Ed Bailey is set to be devastated in Coronation Street next week as the fallout from the builder's yard fire rumbles on while Bethany Platt appears to be keeping something from Daniel Osbourne.

Claire Sweeney, who stars as Cassie Plummer in Coronation Street, is set to lace up her skates as she competes on Dancing on Ice. Speaking about her participation on the ITV show, she confessed to Prima magazine: "I wanted to challenge myself. You get little vulnerabilities and anxieties with menopause and you start to lose your bottle as you get older, so I want to conquer some fears and get my confidence and chutzpah back." As reported by the Nottingham Post, Claire also expressed excitement about joining the ice skating show.

Coronation Street star Peter Ash has left the soap's fans guessing as he offered an update on Paul Foreman future. Character Paul, played by Peter, has been dealing with a heartbreaking Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis on the show.The condition affects the brain and nervous system, causing symptoms like muscle weakness and slurred speech. Fans were saddened to learn that Paul's condition has worsened significantly, with recent tests showing he only has months left to live.

Coronation Street bosses have reportedly offered soap legends Sally Dynevor and Michael Le Vell big money contracts to ensure they remain on the show. Sally, 60, has played Sally Webster in the ITV soap for 38 years, while Michael, 59, has been portraying Kevin Webster for 41 years.The two stars - who played husband and wife in Corrie for many years - are thought to both earn around £170,000 per year for their Coronation Street roles. ITV bosses were said to be "desperate" to keep Sally and Michael on the soap, and both actors were more than happy to sign another contract, as they "love the show".

Coronation Street viewers were left completely bowled over by tonight's episode, 17 January, as one of the main focuses was on a plot surrounding an absolutely enormous fridge freezer. The farcical situation saw married couple Gemma Winter-Brown (played by Dolly-Rose Campbell) and Chesney Brown (Sam Aston) at odds after Linda Hancock (Jacqueline Leonard) attempted to get the family a huge gift. But Chesney and Gemma's home, which the latter was recently forced to move out of after social services thought she was an unfit mother and "making up" illnesses for their son Joseph, was far too small for the giant household good.

Coronation Street star Peter Ash has sent a 'first day' message to his fans and followers as he shared an update on his and his character's future on the cobbles. There have been some heartbreaking scenes being delivered by the actor at the start of the year as Paul Foreman continues to face his Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis.

Coronation Street fans couldn't help but be distracted by a confusing 'newcomer' reveal as the latest heartbreaking puppy scenes unfolded. The ITV soap has been working with the RSPCA to highlight the issue of illicit puppy breeding.

Coronation Street star Lisa George appears to have subtly hit back at reports she's set to quit the show as she returned to work. The actress took to social media to share a snap from her dressing room on her first day back since the Christmas and New Year break.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has shared a telling comment about his soap future after reports emerged that he's set to follow his on-screen dad and leave the cobbles. The actor is known for playing Simon Barlow in the ITV soap, the son of Peter and the later Lucy Barlow.

Coronation Street fans have been jumping to the soap's defence after Billy Mayhew was seen making a decision to help his husband Paul Foreman end his own life when he chooses. There were emotional scenes in the ITV soap when Billy discovered what Paul had been secretly planning.

Coronation Street fans were left fuming at one of the show's characters after they seemingly forgot key details from their own past. Billy Mayhew was left horrified when he discovered that his husband was planning on ending his own life when he chooses after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.

After another emotional night on the Coronation Street cobbles saw Paul Foreman consider taking his own life, viewers at home were quick to label one Weatherfield resident, Billy Mayhew, as a complete “hypocrite” after he lambasted his husband for his actions. As regular viewers will know, Paul is battling Motor Neurone Disease, an incurable degenerative disorder that affects his nerves and will ultimately claim his life in the coming weeks as he slowly loses the ability to move, eat, speak and even breathe one his own.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has been flooded with praise and support from his online followers as he delighted them with some soap news. The actor revealed he was back filming on the ITV soap following a Christmas break which also saw the youngster face a sad loss.

Coronation Street fans are buzzing with theories that Bethany Platt, played by Lucy Fallon, might be expecting a baby after she recently returned to the cobbles, surprising her mum Sarah Platt. After her return, Bethany quickly found herself in a love triangle with Daniel Osborne and his ex Daisy Midgeley, and fans have noticed Bethany acting suspiciously. Viewers have watched her taking secret phone calls and believe she could be hiding a pregnancy or a secret connection.

Coronation Street fans have been left asking 'why' after they saw Paul Foreman suffer an upsetting accident that led to him reaffirming his plans to end his own life. The former builder was heard asking Todd Grimshaw for help once again after experiencing a difficult day amid living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

As another exciting visit to the cobbles got underway on Wednesday evening, Coronation Street fans were left fearing for the safety of one Weatherfield resident, after an unexpected business deal was given the green light. Things all kicked off when bad boy Damon Hay returned to the show after several months away and asked Ed Bailey to go ahead with his bar renovation project before the builder sell’s his yard to help recoup his gambling debt.

Coronation Street star Sally Carman-Duttine has been flooded with compliments and well-wishes by her co-stars after undergoing a noticeable change. The actress is best known for playing Abi Webster in the ITV soap and has experienced some changes in her appearance over the years.

Coronation Street fans have been left baffled as they wondered if a character had been given a 'head transplant' as they made a reappearance. It's not the first time viewers of the ITV soap have question if the actor who plays Jack Webster has been swapped between appearances.