Coronation Street's Sally Ann Matthews reveals who she really wants to play in soap as they're 'husband's favourite'

As a dramatic storyline kicked off in Coronation Street this week, Toyah Battersby heartbreakingly opened up about her harrowing past to Nick Tilsley as she explained how she had suffered a stillbirth as a teenager and buried her baby girl in the local park.The unexpected revelation also came with a further dose of pain too, as Toyah tearfully revealed that the father of the baby was actually the man that had raped her back in 2001. Following the emotional confession, Toyah was determined to report it all to the police before the grave could be dug up in the ongoing search for missing teenager Lauren Bolton, but Nick managed to convince her to delay her actions before she admitted to something incriminating.

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank was delivered a sweet public message by his boyfriend after he joined him for an important cause. The actor, who plays Billy Mayhew in the ITV soap, and his co-star Peter Ash headed to Blackpool together over the weekend.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver as she revealed she's taking on another new venture away from the cobbles. The actress is currently taking a break from the ITV soap where she is famed for playing Eileen Grimshaw.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has been seen celebrating his 15 years on the cobbles ahead of his on-screen exit as Simon Barlow. Just last week the actor declared 'that's a wrap' as he officially finished his stint on the show after more than a decade.

Coronation Street has begun airing scenes that will lead into a tough story for Toyah Battersby (played by Georgia Taylor). In the episode that aired on Monday 22 April, Toyah was livid when she came across sleuths digging up a rose bed in the park.They were there after seeing Freddie the dog digging in the same place and believe Lauren Bolton’s (Cait Fitton) body might be buried there.

Coronation Street star Alan Halsall showed how delighted his daughter was as she made a surprise TV appearance that viewers of Britain Got Talent may or may not have missed.

It's been a bit of a quiet time for Toyah Battersby in Weatherfield - but all that's set to change when her 23-year secret comes spilling out as a result of Roy Cropper being targeted by internet sleuths over the disappearance - and suspected murder - of Lauren Bolton.

Coronation Street star Alex Bin has declared 'That's a wrap' as he officially finished his stint on the show after 15 years. Viewers of the ITV soap will best know the actor for playing Simon Barlow.

Ex-Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach, 23, has addressed her future on the show during an episode of Drama Queens. On the ITVBe reality series that follows the lives of soap actresses, Ellie was chatting with fellow Corrie star Lucy Fallon (Bethany Platt).The pair were together at an event held by Brooke Vincent (Sophie Webster) for a launch of part of her business Oh So B, and were joined by Corrie legends including Sally Dynevor (Sally Metcalfe) and Helen Flanagan (Rosie Webster). Ellie left Coronation Street after 12 years of playing Faye Windass.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon was left questioning if it was her in a selfie sent to her by one of her castmates as she was left mistaken for an American star. As fans of the ITV soap know, the actress is famed for playing Maria Windass - nee Sutherland.

Katy Perry has her eye on a potential successor for her seat on the American Idol judging panel.

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 Colson Smith was spotted by fans in his 'new job' weeks after taking part in Celebrity Big Brother. The actor recently returned to the cobbles after finishing the ITV reality series in third place.

Coronation Street's Georgia Taylor, who has been a familiar face on our screens for years, is best known for her role as Toyah Battersby which she took on at the tender age of 17.Toyah quickly found herself at the heart of a number of hard-hitting narratives - including a devastating rape storyline that shocked the nation. It's now been reported that Corrie bosses will revisit the harrowing 2001 story with the rumoured discovery of Toyah's stillborn baby at the Red Rec park.This controversial move would see distraught Toyah panic after learning the land will be dug up for development.Toyah is of course already going through trying times as she tries to protect sister Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson) from falling under the spell of 'reality coding’ cult leader Rowan.

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.

Kirsten Dunst is opening up about her career.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has been told she 'hasn't changed' as she shared a sweet childhood snap on social media. The actress tends to keep her private life just that but does share occasional updates on her life with her boyfriend Paul and their dog, Olive.

Coronation Street’s newest character, Roman Cunliffe, played by Emrhys Cooper, has been causing all sorts of trouble for Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson). Rowan first met Leanne by chance at a hotel where he had been giving a seminar. Leanne was completely taken in by Rowan, not realising he actually is part of a cult.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith made an admission about life post-Celebrity Big Brother as he settles back into his normal routine. It's been almost a week since the actor finished in third place in the reboot of the ITV reality show behind runner-up Nikita Kuzmin and eventual winner David Potts.

Coronation Street star Channique Sterling-Brown dazzled as she made an emotional move away from the cobbles. The actress was supported by her co-star as she took part in a BAFTA masterclass on Tuesday night (March 26).