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She’s been popping up on Coronation Street since 2021, and now, actress Vicky Myers reveals her character DS Lisa Swain will be back on a permanent basis, as she’s been promoted to a regular character. DS Swain has a big case on her hands – the disappearance and suspected murder of Lauren Bolton, played by Cait Fitton. “I was contracted to do eight episodes, so this is really quite something,” says Vicky.

Coronation Street's teen character Lauren Bolton has suddenly vanished from the ITV soap, leaving fans worried. Viewers reckon they've figured out where Cait Fitton's character might be and what could have happened to her, after she seemed to leave the Cobbles without a trace. Her boyfriend Bobby discovered her flat unlocked, with no sign of Lauren despite her earlier hints about wanting to escape the street.

Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher has been at the heart of some huge storylines since she joined the ITV soap in 2019 as fiery Nina Lucas. But away from the cobbles, the actress is miles away from her on screen persona and is often cosied up with her boyfriend.

Popular Coronation Street character Evelyn Plummer is in danger in the coming weeks, as she finds herself involved in a dognapping. In coming episodes, Evelyn spots a man mistreating his dog on the street and she quickly approaches him. It isn’t long before her close friend Roy Cropper comes to her rescue and backs her up.

Coronation Street fans have pointed out a huge weather blunder by the soap after the UK was hit with a heatwave last week. In the episode which aired on Monday, 11 September, viewers watched as Evelyn Plummer wrapped herself in several blankets and wore two cardigans and fluffy socks as her boiler had broken and her flat was freezing.

Coronation Street fans have breathed 'finally' as they think a 'Queen' of a character is on track to bring down Stephen Reid. Viewers of the ITV soap were left applauding Carla Connor during the latest trip to the cobbles when the penny finally dropped about her recent ill health.

Coronation Street fans were left feeling sick following a scene between Lauren Bolton and Roy Cropper, during Monday's episode, 14 August. It was a tough one for young Lauren, who has just started working at Roy's Rolls. She has been living with her ex Max Turner and his family at number eight, after her dad was sent to prison.

Coronation Street fans were left reaching for the sick bucket as they listened to Yasmeen Nazir's latest remarks. Those tuning in to the ITV soap on Monday (July 3) were treated to a chilli eating competition in the Bistro to raise money for Paul Foreman while a pub quiz took place at the Rovers.

She shot to fame playing Brookside’s Lindsey Corkhill in the 90s, then became a TV presenter, a pop star, a radio DJ, an M&S model and even a West End star. But Claire Sweeney’s new role in Coronation Street as Tyrone Dobbs’ long lost mum Cassandra is Claire’s favourite role to date. Claire’s character Cassandra doesn’t make her debut until Wednesday (28 June), but Claire already thinks she’s done the best work of her career.

Claire Sweeney was over the moon to win a dream part on her favourite TV soap Coronation Street on her birthday - and then she got a gift of a scene with Dame Maureen Lipman. Claire is playing Cassandra Plummer, the long-lost mother of Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) and the estranged daughter of Evelyn Plummer (Dame Maureen Lipman) and has been a fan of the soap her whole life. She makes her debut on Wednesday 28th June.

Coronation Street has teamed up with a clothing brand to launch a range of items referencing iconic businesses from the soap. The ITV soap has collaborated with Manchester-based brand Joanie Clothing to bring the collection to life. The clothes reference some of the most memorable parts of the show, with nods to the most recognisable businesses on the street.

Popular Coronation Street café owner Roy Cropper has sparked concern from viewers as he made a huge blunder. Roy is played by 74 year old David Neilson and he has been experiencing some health issues in recent weeks leaving him worried.

Coronation Street fans have said it's 'not looking good' as they fear for Roy Cropper. Weatherfield's legendary resident was seen pulling out of his Salsa class with pal Evelyn Plummer during Monday night's trip to the cobbles (April 17) as he simply told her: "I have to go, I'm sorry".

Kate Ford’s Coronation Street character has a very different life to her own.Tracy Barlow, who Kate plays, has been embroiled in a huge amount of scandal, drama and criminal activity during her decades on the cobbles.The character was first introduced back in 1977 and Kate took on the role for the first time back in 2002.Tracy has blackmailed longtime resident Roy Cropper, been convicted of murderer (and murdered several people, including her then boyfriend Charlie Stubbs) and been caught stealing other residents’ credit cards in order to scam them.The resident villain has certainly made a name for herself, but what about the actress who plays her? Here’s what you should know. Kate, 46, originally hails from Salford in Greater Manchester and first had a taste of the spotlight at the age of 19 when she starred in the music video for The Beatles song Free as a Bird.

Coronation Street fans were in meltdown as they saw a soap icon in the Dancing On Ice audience. As the celebs took to the ice for Props Week actor David Neilson, who plays Corrie's Roy Cropper, was there to cheer on his co-star Mollie Gallagher during Props Week.

Coronation Street fans couldn't help but make the same joke about Will Mellor as he returned to screens as Harvey Gaskell. Viewers were warned about his return when it was revealed that Sam Blakeman was writing letters to him in prison. Fans of the ITV soap were horrified to discover the drug lord was the youngster's pen pal after he brutally killed his mum.

Coronation Street star star Mollie Gallagher drew in compliments as she struck a pose with a new fresh blonde hair style. The actress, who plays goth Nina Lucas in the ITV soap, wowed as she showcased her blonder look.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that David Neilson is a legend of Coronation Street. The actor has spent an incredible 27 years playing the ITV's soap's much-loved Roy Cropper. The cafe owner made his debut on the cobbles back in July 1995.

Coronation Street is to highlight the issues of mental health and the impact of loneliness in older people when soap icon Audrey Roberts confides in her friends that she tried to take her own life. Viewers saw Audrey receiving treatment in hospital last month, telling a doctor that she had accidentally taken too many tablets.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has thrilled fans as she shared some news about his other acting job away from the cobbles. The 11-year-old is best known for playing Sam Blakeman in the ITV soap.

Coronation Street favourite Melanie Hill has quit the soap after seven years of playing Cathy Matthews. The actress, whose character arrived in Weatherfield in 2015 as a love interest for café worker Roy Cropper, is leaving the show to spend more time with her family.

Teacher Daniel Osbourne has become quite the ladykiller on Coronation Street. Viewers have seen his girlfriend Daisy Midgeley shoot daggers over the bar at the Rovers Return since the return of his former love interest Nicky Wheatley. And next week there’s another opportunity for Daisy, played by Charlotte Jordan to show her jealous side as it becomes clear that his boss Orla Crawshaw has been harbouring a crush on him.

Actress Jennifer Wilson who appeared in Coronation Street, Casualty and Doctors has died aged 89. A family friend shared the sad news that she'd passed away at her home in France last week.

Coronation Street's Phill Whittaker looks set to be the reason Fiz Stape leaves Weatherfield after 21 years as the pair make a fresh start. Fiz made her first appearance in the ITV soap as a feisty teen fostered by Roy and Hayley Cropper back in 2001 and has been a part of life on the cobbles ever since despite Bury actress Jennie McAlpine, who plays her, only initially signed to appear for five episodes before being made a permanent character.

Corrie's Sam Roberton has admitted he's thought about 'hanging up his suit' as solicitor Adam Barlow.

Soaps have produced some of TV's most iconic characters over the years, all while launching some actors into the limelight. Characters such as Phil Mitchell, Aaron Dingle, and Roy Cropper have became a staple on our screens and are among some of the most recognisable faces of all time.

Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher has floored fans as she debuted a new look this weekend.

We have learned a lot about Roy Cropper since he joined Coronation Street in 1995.The Café owner has been at the forefront of many major storylines including being the first soap character to marry a transgender character. While more recently Roy has been hailed a hero, after he saved Abi Franklin's life using his trusty anorak to pull her out of the skinhole she'd fell into during dramatic scenes with Corey Brent.

Coronation Street fans have praised "hero" Roy Cropper as he saved Abi Franklin's life after she found herself trapped in a sinkhole. Earlier this week, Abi (played by Sally Carman) and Corey Brent (Maximus Evans) finally came face-to-face in a furious showdown — only to fall through the sinkhole into the sewer below.