Coronation Street's Amy Barlow star ditches UK with famous boyfriend after milestone

Amy Dowden has been whisked away on a lavish break by her famous pals. The Strictly star, who is battling breast cancer, is making the most of life before returning to work.

Coronation Street star Cait Fitton has shared a fresh message to another of her former colleagues amid her exit. The actress hasn't been seen on the ITV soap for months after her character Lauren Bolton suddenly disappeared.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has been praised for being 'humble' after giving a glimpse inside her low-key birthday celebrations. The actress marked her 53rd birthday on Wednesday (April 17) and among those sending her their best wishes was rumoured love interest Ricky Hatton.

Coronation Street's leading ladies have had a mini reunion 24 years after their former co-star left the popular ITV show. Denise Welch, who played Natalie Barnes from 1997 to 2000, was excited to catch up with fellow Corrie stars Sally Dynevor, Jane Danson, Samia Longchambon and Angela Lonsdale, the latter having portrayed police officer Emma Watts.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has made his feelings about the show's latest storyline very clear after fans said they were 'so upset'. The actor, who plays Sam Blakeman in the ITV soap, has pledged his support to Roy Cropper after the beloved character was jailed.

Coronation Street star Andy Whyment has shared a four-word statement over a very hot topic on the cobbles right now after surprising with an unrecognisable appearance.

The case surrounding Lauren Bolton's disappearance - and suspected murder - continues next week in Coronation Street with Roy Cropper targeted once again - even while behind bars. The beloved cafe owner was recently charged with his former employee's murder.

David Neilson, who plays the beloved character Roy Cropper in Coronation Street, has a life that's almost as eventful as his on-screen persona.

Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney has been flooded with compliments after slipping into a red dress during a reunion with her former co-stars. The actress, known for playing Amy Barlow in the ITV soap, was recently letting her hair down as she celebrated ex-Corrie star Jack James Ryan's birthday.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has been questioning her choices after testing out a major 'change'. The actress is currently known for playing Daisy Midegely in the ITV soap and fans are often left pouring over her character's outfits as well as Charlotte's luscious locks.

Coronation Street star Liam McCheyne has been flooded with messages after offering a 'friends' update following his latest scenes. During the latest trip to the cobbles on Monday (April 8), viewers saw Dylan Wilson having to face Mason Radcliffe in court.

Coronation Street's much loved character Roy Cropper is to be dealt a blow, when he is charged with murder.The cafe owner, who has been part of the ITV soap since 1995, will spend time behind bars accused of killing missing teenager Lauren Bolton. Roy has found himself as the number on suspect after DS Lisa Swain found out he deep cleaned Lauren's flat after she mysteriously disappeared. When the hunt for the young girl became a murder inquiry Roy was taken in for questioning.

Jess Harding appears smitten with her new man as they enjoyed a romantic cinema date night this weekend, after going public with the romance over the Easter weekend last month. The Love Island star, 24, who won the most recent summer series with ex-boyfriend Sammy Root, took to her Instagram Stories to share a snap holding hands with her new beau – who she has not revealed the name of yet. "Date nights with bae," wrote Jess, who announced that she was a taken woman by posting a black and white picture kissing her boyfriend to her Stories, with his face hidden as he leaned in for the smooch.

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank is hoping for change after being hit by a hefty bill following an "unfortunate incident". The actor appeared on ITV's Lorraine to chat about his current emotional soap storyline when he was also asked about a recent incident with his beloved pet dog.

Coronation Street fans have been having their say over Tracy Barlow's exit - 47 years after she first appeared in Weatherfield. Tracy was born on-screen in an episode of the ITV soap in January 1977.

Coronation Street actress Kate Ford, who plays Tracy Barlow, has broken her silence after her character appeared to leave the cobbles for a final time on Tuesday night's episode. In the latest instalment of the ITV soap, Tracy was seen saying her goodbyes to her dad Ken Barlow and her daughter Amy Barlow after a toast The Rovers pub.

Coronation Street fans think they have spotted Steve McDonald's new love interest after the start of his wife Tracy Barlow's exit aired. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Tracy recently ended her marriage after her affair with Tommy Orpington was revealed.

Coronation Street star Jack Carrol had an update for fans after being flooded with praise and support from his co-stars. The comedian and actor joined the ITV soap as Bobby, the nephew of Weatherfield favourite Carla Connor.

Home and Away star Tammin Sursok has been hospitalised with a head injury after an 'embarrassing' accident.The actress is famed for her portrayal of Dani Sutherland in the Australian soap from 2000 until 2004. Tammin, 40, took to Instagram on Thursday, 28 March to share an update with fans. She posted a photograph of herself lying in a hospital bed in a neck brace, as she detailed what had happened to her.

Coronation Street fans couldn't contain their excitement during Wednesday (27 March) night's visit to the cobbles when Absolutely Fabulous star Helen Lederer made the soap debut as a potential new love interest for Ken Barlow. In the latest episode, Ken was trying to help his son in law Steve McDonald start dating again after his breakup with Tracy Barlow.