Coronation Street's Matthew Marsden reveals Beyoncé sang backing vocals for him

Coronation Street fans are convinced they’ve spotted an awkward error in Maria Connor’s eco-warrior storyline, after she was seen turning on every light in her home, despite it making little difference to the brightness of the room. In recent weeks, Maria, played by Samia Longchambon, has dedicated herself to cleaning up the streets of Weatherfield, after her son Joseph suffered a terrifying asthma attack as a result of traffic pollution.

Coronation Street was full of drama on Monday as Phill Whittaker's glamorous ex-wife Camilla arrived unexpectedly on the cobbles. The surprise appearance left bride-to-be Fiz Stape clearly uncomfortable and Phill was left equally baffled as to why she had turned up.

Some of the cast of Coronation Street recently enjoyed a fun-filled night out together, with the group all heading to a bowling alley. Many stars of the hit ITV soap, including Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, Alison King, who portrays Carla Connor and Chris Gascoyne, who plays Peter Barlow, all met up for a few games of bowling before enjoying some well-deserved cocktails.The soap stars all posed for a group picture together and many took to social media to share fun snaps and videos of the night out, with some even showing off their bowling skills online.

Some of Coronation Street's biggest stars enjoyed some down time as they were photographed at a local bowling alley on Tuesday night. The cast of ITV's award-winning soap took a much-needed rest from the Cobbles to get a strike or two, posing for photos to document their trip.

Coronation Street’s Fiz Stape is a bride in a pickle next week, as her ex Tyrone declares his love, just as she’s about to head down the aisle with new fella Phill Whittaker (Jamie Kenna). However, Jennie McAlpine – who plays Fiz – reveals it’s not all high drama on the big day.There is a sweet moment in the episodes which she and co-star Alan Halsall (Tyrone) enjoyed playing out.The scene paid tribute to the late Jack and Vera Duckworth (Bill Tarmey and Liz Dawn) – who became like second parents to Ty and Fiz over the years.

Last year Sam Aston and his wife Briony were excitedly telling us they were expecting a baby girl and couldn't wait to add another addition to their family. Fast-forward six months and the Coronation Street actor and yoga teacher have introduced their new bundle of joy to OK! VIP in an exclusive shoot alongside their 22 month old son Sonny, and they've revealed everything from her floral name to her arrival. Sign up or login below to see all the exclusive family photographs and read their incredible birth story.

Coronation Street fans have been left fearing that Audrey Roberts could make an exit from the ITV cobbles after her on-screen son Stephen returned. Only recently, Stephen (Todd Boyce), who made a comeback after 15 years away, rescued Audrey from her drunken fall after ending up trapped in the barbers all night.

Coronation Street fans think they’ve discovered a secret link between Nicky Wheatley and Max Turner’s fling – Sonya – in what could turn out to be a shocking twist. Max has recently been caught up in a revenge porn drama after he sent a nude pic to ‘Sonya’, with it soon being revealed that he hadn’t sent it to her at all and was being catfished instead.

Kate Spencer has announced she's married her fiancé Paul James Walker.The 29 year old, who plays the role of Grace Vickers on the popular soap opera Coronation Street, took to her Instagram stories to share the happy news with her 2,696 followers. She first shared a snap of herself yesterday with her finger on her lip as she told fans: "Last night as a Spencer..." hinting at her upcoming nuptials.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has pointed out that Stranger Things weren't the first to use Kate Bush in a moment of need. The Sam Blakeman actor took to social media to remind fans that he was involved in a scene on the ITV soap that included one of the icon singer's songs.

Coronation Street fans believe they have already worked out what Max Turner will do after he discovered his friends had catfished him into sending a nude selfie. During Monday's hour-long instalment of the ITV soap, viewers watched as Max prepared for his date with Shona. However, the mood soon changed when the character received a text from her, asking him to send her a picture of the "whole package" so she could see what to expect.

the perfect moment to release “Break My Soul,” the first single from her upcoming seventh studio album, “Renaissance.” Forgoing the usual Friday drop day for new music, the 40-year-old superstar decided to release “Break My Soul” at midnight Monday on the observed Juneteenth holiday, setting off the week leading up to the big New York Pride weekend.And in one twirling twist, “Break My Soul” is a dance anthem for anyone  — whether they’re from the BIPOC community or the LGBTQ one — who has ever felt broken down by society but yet still is a survivor.“I’m looking for motivation/I’m looking for a new foundation, yeah/And I’m on that new vibration/I’m building my own foundation, yeah,” she sings over a house groove that samples Robyn S.’s 1993 hit “Show Me Love.”It’s a more pop-friendly turn from Beyoncé after the edgier affair of her critically-acclaimed last studio album, 2016’s “Lemonade.” In fact, “Break My Soul” recalls the dance-floor diva on songs such as “Sweet Dreams” and the criminally overlooked “Blow.”But the song — which reunites Beyoncé with producing partners Christopher “Tricky” Stewart and The Dream and also features a co-writing credit from her husband Jay-Z — does have one thing in common with her 2016 hit “Formation”:  It also includes queer artist Big Freedia, the Queen of Bounce from New Orleans.“Release your anger/Release your mind/Release your job/Release the tide/Release your trade/Release the stress/Release your love/Forget the rest,” Big Freedia spits.And it won’t be hard to “release your wiggle” with “Break My Soul,” which — after Drake’s house album “Honestly, Nevermind” dropped on Friday — signals that music’s biggest stars are taking it all the way to the clubs for the first real summer we’ve

Coronation Street's Millie Gibson looked worlds away from her character Kelly Neelan over the weekend as she celebrated her 18th birthday.The actress took to Instagram to give a glimpse at her party, where she was joined by her Corrie co-stars, friends and family. Millie looked every inch the birthday girl in a stunning red plunging gown with a ruffled detailing and silver necklace.The soap star styled her blonde locks into a wavy hairdo, she added a slick of make-up and red lipstick to match her birthday dress.

Matthew Fox is opening up about stepping away.

Following the success of “Lost”, Matthew Fox quietly stepped away from acting; according to his IMDb profile, his last screen role was in the 2015 Western “Bone Tomahawk”.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has been snapped out and about with a foot brace after injuring his ankle at the end of May.The actor, 20, plays Simon Barlow in the long-running soap, and has been spotted hanging out with friends wearing a foot brace after ending up in A&E at Blackburn Hospital with the injury. He later returned to the hospital for a check-up, getting an x-ray done at the fracture clinic to see how his foot was doing.The Corrie star's ankle seems to be healing well, and he was spotted chatting with friends and drinking a Starbucks coffee while standing on the pavement.

Coronation Street’s Jack P Shepherd took a break from the soap world as he and his girlfriend enjoyed a luxurious trip to Kent. The actor, 34, celebrated his love Hanni Treweek’s 33rd birthday during the trip as the pair camped out in a wigwam that had stunning views.Their luxury accommodation that is reported to cost £1,200 a night overlooked the stunning Kent countryside and came with all of the modcons the pair needed.The star, who plays David Platt on the ITV soap, took his 389,000 Instagram followers with him for the trip that included a spot of lion watching. Their unique accommodation featured underfloor heating, an outside viewing area to watch goats roaming nearby, and access to a golf buggy to explore the Port Lympne Safari Park and Wild Animal Reserve.