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Coronation Street star Colson Smith has been branded an 'inspiration' by his supportive co-star as he shared a two-week countdown to his next challenge. The actor is often seen lacing up his trainers and heading out to pound the pavements of Greater Manchester after discovering his love of running during lockdown.

Coronation Street's Chris Gascoyne, who is a legend on the cobbles, has bagged his first major role since his departure last year. Fans of the soap were left teary-eyed over Christmas when Peter Barlow, portrayed by Chris, 56, bid farewell to Weatherfield and his wife Carla Connor.The character Peter had been grappling with the sudden death of Stephen Reid, whom he accidentally ran over with his taxi in fear that Stephen was going to harm Jenny Connor.

Coronation Street star Chris Gascoyne will soon be returning to screens, months after he was seen leaving the cobbles as Peter Barlow. There was an end of an era in the ITV soap on Boxing Day as Peter and wife Carla Connor called it quits, bringing to an end one of soap fans' most-loved relationships.

Bethany Platt has only been back in Weatherfield a few short months, but the character is set to face her biggest shock to date in new Coronation Street scenes. The character made her sudden arrival back in Weatherfield just before the arrival of a new year.

Coronation Street fans think they have spotted a new romance and have decided it needs to happen as it just 'makes sense'. Fans of the ITV soap were informed back in March that DS Lisa Swain will be sticking around Weatherfield, even if she does crack the case of Lauren Bolton's disappearance.

Coronation Street's Alex Bain, who has played Simon Barlow since he was just seven years old, has shared an emotional update with his fans as his time on the ITV soap is "nearly over." The actor, who made his debut in 2008 and has been a staple on the cobbles ever since, took to Instagram to share a mirror selfie from his dressing room. Alongside the image, he captioned it: "I can't believe this is nearly over! I am going to miss this place so dearly!" Alex first announced he was leaving in December 2023, with the actor keen to leave behind his soap roots and pursue other opportunities.

Coronation Street fans have predicted the new landlady of the Rovers Return - but it's not Carla Connor after she discovered the truth about how Jenny Connor and Daisy Midgeley were able to buy back the beloved pub.

Coronation Street fans were left sharing the same response as Carla Connor finally found out Jenny Connor and Daisy Midgeley's lie. As viewers of the ITV soap know, serial killer Stephen Reid held Jenny and his own niece Sarah Barlow hostage in the Rovers Return before he was mowed down and killed by Peter Barlow in shock scenes aired in October.

After months of living the high life on the Coronation Street cobbles after defrauding Carla Connor, Daisy Midgely and Jenny Connor’s treachery finally caught up with them during Wednesday evening’s visit to Weatherfield. As regular viewers will know, Daisy and Jenny stole thousands of pounds from Carla last year following serial killer Stephen Reid’s death and used the money to buy the Rovers Return.

Coronation Street fans wanted answers as they spotted a major change in the Rovers Return. The iconic boozer has seen the best and worst of the street over the years and recently faced a period of closure after landlady Jenny Connor was forced to sell up.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan didn't let her workout blunder stop her as she slipped into a vibrant gym wear set for her latest session. The actress is currently back at the forefront of the ITV soap as her character Daisy Midgeley tries to keep her and Jenny Connor's secret.

Coronation Street's Jenny Connor and Daisy Midgeley have been keeping a secret about how they regained the Rovers Return last year, but next week, it might be revealed.

Jenny Connor and Daisy Midgeley have been hiding a secret about how they got the Rovers Return back at the end of last year and next week in Coronation Street, the truth will out.

Coronation Street's Vicky Myers has spoken out about her battle with cancer during a difficult divorce. When she was diagnosed in the same year as her tough split from her husband, she had to pause her acting dreams.

Jennie McAlpine recently made a much-welcomed return to screens as Fiz Dobbs in Coronation Street. She left the cobbles in early 2023 as she landed a new job in Norwich where she worked at a different factory as a supervisor, upon the suggestion of serial killer Stephen Reid.

It's fair to say the police are busy in Coronation Street next week with PC Craig Tinker joined by DS Swain for their next big case since the escape and then death of serial killer Stephen Reid last year.

Tyrone Dobbs will be issued an ultimatum in Coronation Street next week as his wife Fiz finally returns. She left the cobbles in early 2023 as she landed a new job.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has teased a huge twist for Daisy Midgeley - if she has her way. The actress joined the ITV soap back in 2020 as Jenny Connor's former step-daughter.

Adam Barlow is certainly playing with fire in Coronation Street as he tries to get revenge on his estranged wife's new partner. The solicitor was crushed when he discovered Sarah Barlow was having an affair with Damon Hay.

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.

Bethany Platt's pregnancy has been rumbled by fans of the ITV soap - and they're sure they know who the father is.

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).

Coronation Street fans were left distracted by Daisy Midgeley's appearance as she suffered heartbreak as a New Year dawned in Weatherfield. It was an exciting night for some of the street's residents as the Rovers Return reopened just in time to mark the end of 2023 and celebrate the start of 2024.

Coronation Street has had a thrilling 2023 with the likes of serial killer Stephen Reid, Peter Barlow's emotional goodbye and the shocking acid attack... and now, as we step into 2024, Weatherfield could be in for some big surprises.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien said some of the scenes delivered by her on-screen family have been 'hard to watch' of late. It's been another busy year for the Platts and no more so in October when they finally discovered their son, brother and uncle Stephen Reid was a serial killer.

Former Coronation Street star Chris Gascoyne, who played Peter Barlow, has shared his feelings about leaving the popular ITV soap. The 55 year old actor hasn't completely closed the door on a return to the show, but for now, his character Peter has left the cobbled streets of Weatherfield for a fresh start.

Coronation Street's Peter Barlow, played by Chris Gascoyne, is set to leave the Cobbles after 23 years.The actor first appeared as Peter in 2000 during Corrie's 40th anniversary live episode, and has had a few stints on and off the show since then. Chris left the role in 2003, returned in 2007 for a brief stint, and then came back full-time in 2008.

Coronation Street has reached the end of an era this week, as Peter Barlow exits the soap and calls an end to his relationship with Carla Connor. Actor Chris Gascoyne, who plays Peter, has said goodbye to his career on the show.

Coronation Street fans were unable to hide their devastation this evening as fan favourite Peter Barlow bid a heartbreaking farewell to the cobbles after over two decades on our screens. As regular viewers will know, Peter has been wrestling with guilt and struggling to cope in recent weeks after he killed serial killer Stephen Reid by hitting him with his taxi as he was holding Jenny Connor hostage. Fearing she was in potentially life threatening danger, Peter did what he thought he needed to do in order to save her life - but has been wracked with guilt and remorse after Jenny admitted she actually believed Stephen would never have truly hurt her.

Peter Barlow has bid farewell to Weatherfield in emotional scenes aired on Boxing Day - leaving Coronation Street fans 'sobbing'. The character, played by actor Chris Gascoyne, departed the cobbles with a one-way ticket on December 26, after starring in the ITV soap for more than two decades.

It's the end of an era in Coronation Street as Peter Barlow and Carla Connor call it quits, bringing to an end one of soap fans' most-loved relationships. Not only that, they've also had to say goodbye to Peter as actor Chris Gascoyne leaves the cobbles.