Coronation Street fans left with 'jaw on the floor' as they're given Rita actress news

After a tense few weeks saw serial killer Stephen Reid finally meet his maker after being run over on Coronation Street, soap fans were finally given one bit of good news on Wednesday’s visit to the cobbles, when driver Peter Barlow was finally given the all clear by the police. As regular viewers will know, Peter Barlow ploughed his car into the murderer as he held Jenny Connor hostage during super soap week, killing him instantly - with the character’s future hanging in the balance as he faced a potential murder charge himself.

As another exciting night of drama got underway in Weatherfield, Coronation Street fans at home couldn’t help but notice the continued absence of Aggie Bailey, who hasn’t been seen on screen since earlier this summer. The Bailey family matriarch, who is played by former Doctors actress Lorna Laidlaw, was last seen on our screens in June 2023 and has failed to make another appearance, even despite her son Michael having lost his job and being wrongly arrested, nor her husband having discovered the dead body of murder victim Leo Thompkins on his building site.

Coronation Street fans have been left fuming after Ed Bailey's lies about gambling landed his son Michael in jail.The street is still coming to terms with the magnitude of Stephen Reid's crimes, which were revealed shortly before his death. One of Stephen's many crimes was stealing £250,000 from the Underworld factory to fund his escape after he tricked Michael to give him the access code to the accounts. Michael lost his job after Stephen's stealing came to light, which left him struggling to support himself and his daughter.

Coronation Street fans have said they were 'creeped out' following an unexpected 'jumpscare' during fresh attack scenes. During an unusual Tuesday night (October 17) trip to the cobbles, viewers saw Ryan Connor opening up about the horrifying acid attack he was subject to earlier this year.

Coronation Street fans have been left asking 'how' as they believe they have worked out a major Daisy Midgeley and Ryan Connor twist. During the latest trip to Weatherfield on Tuesday night (October 17), viewers saw the pair give in to their feelings and sleep together.

Coronation Street fans have pointed out what they think is a major issue with Peter Barlow's police interview. At the start of the week viewers of the ITV soap saw the start of the fallout following Stephen Reid's death which has resulted in Peter being arrested on suspicion of murder.

Viewers of last night's episode of Coronation Street were left extremely amused after spotting an epic mistake made by producers of the show. Ryan Connor (played by Ryan Prescott) last night came clean over his use of steroids - which he has become dependant on since his horrific acid attack earlier this year - during a conversation with married love interest, Daisy Midgeley (played by Charlotte Jordan).

Coronation Street fans were left gobsmacked when Daisy Midgeley (played by Charlotte Jordan) started a surprise fling with Ryan Connor (Ryan Prescott), betraying her fiancé Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard). In the latest episode on Tuesday, 17 October, Ryan went for a walk with Daisy, after injecting himself with steroids. However, he got accidentally sprayed with fizzy drink by Max and Gav messing around, which triggered memories of his acid attack.This led to an emotional breakdown from Ryan, where he confessed to Daisy about his steroid abuse for his social media channel, similar to OnlyFans.

Coronation Street viewers have been left fuming as Weatherfield residents turned on fan-favourite Peter Barlow. On Friday night, millions of viewers were shocked when Peter mowed down serial killer Stephen Reid on the cobbles in front of Stephen’s horrified family and Peter’s wife Carla.

Hot on the heels of Coronation Street villain Stephen Reid’s death which took viewers by surprise at the culmination of super soap week, fans are convinced another cobbles icon could soon be killed off after almost 60 years on the show! Eagle-eyed viewers grew increasingly concerned for Rita Tanner’s future as she made a welcome return to the cobbles just in time for Stephen’s final rampage to take place. In gripping scenes that unfolded on Friday 13 October’s visit to Weatherfield, viewers were on the edges of their seats as Stephen took Rita’s foster daughter Jenny Connor hostage while trying to evade the authorities who had finally rumbled his murder spree over the past year.

Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews has issued a 'don't ever' warning to her co-star after being seen in tears on screen. The actress, who plays Jenny Connor in the ITV soap, was seen paying tribute to Corrie icon Barbara Knox during a special programme to mark her milestone birthday.

Coronation Street fans have said 'one question remains' after they were left distracted by Adam Barlow, despite him only being minorly involved in the latest dramatic scenes on the cobbles. The character, played by Sam Robertson, was seen with the Platts during Friday night's episode (October 14), as they appeared concerned for Sarah Barlow.

After two long years of tyranny, Coronation Street killer Stephen Reid was finally given a taste of his own medicine in his final visit to the cobbles, when the sinister villain was murdered by one Weatherfield favourite. In Friday night’s episode, which aptly fell on the 13 October, actor Todd Boyce departed the soap in scenes many fans hadn’t seen coming as part of Coronation Street ’s iconic super soap week.

Coronation Street fans have said goodbye to a dastardly character at last tonight (Friday). Broke businessman-turned-serial killer Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) made sure his last hours on the the cobbles were memorable by attacking his niece Sarah Barlow and partner Jenny Connor.

Coronation Street fans have taken to social media to share their excitement as two of the ITV show’s iconic stars get set to reunite on the small screen. Catherine Tyldesley and Shayne Ward, who played lovers Eva Price and Aidan Price on the popular soap, are stars of the new Channel 5 show The Good Ship Murder, which makes its debut on Friday, 13 October at 9pm.

Coronation Street fans have been left confused by a major blunder after Tim Metcalfe was attacked and left for dead by Stephen Reid. In Monday's episode, Tim headed to the canal to work out what Stephen was hiding, after spotting him poking around there.

Coronation Street fans think they have spotted a red herring that may mean Tim Metcalfe survives his attack at the hands of Stephen Reid. Viewers of the ITV soap were left 'sobbing' as they watched the much-loved character left for dead after a dramatic stand-off with the Weatherfield serial killer.

Coronation Street fans have been left 'feeling weird' as they heard what Stephen Reid really sounds like for the first time - or should we say Todd Boyce, the actor who plays him. Viewers of the ITV soap were gripped to their TV screens on Monday night (October 9) as the first of three Super Soap Week episodes aired.

Just 24 hours after Paul Foreman and Billy Mayhew tied the knot in a poignant ceremony, trouble appeared to be on the horizon for the loved up couple when their marriage was rumbled by Weatherfield’s Bishop Greg Townsend. As regular viewers of Coronation Street will know, Billy is employed as an Archdeacon by the Church of England and having been keen to have his marriage vows uttered in the eyes of god, he broke the church rules and snuck in with Paul to say ‘I do.’ The intimate moment was captured only by the couples closest loved ones, including daughter Summer Spellman who documented the special occasion with a series of polaroids, however one of them was sadly dropped and discovered by the church warden - who promptly brought the matter to the attention of the Bishop.

Coronation Street fans seem to be wondering if a major change could be on the cards for Courtney Vance as Stephanie Davis underwent an off-screen transformation. The actress is currently starring in the ITV soap as blonde bombshell Courtney after joining earlier this summer.