Coronation Street star confirms if she's leaving soap following illness ahead of new role

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.

Susanna Reid made a surprise appearance on Lorraine to share a very exciting announcement on Monday, 25 March.The presenter headed over to the studio where Lorraine is shot straight after presenting Good Morning Britain with Richard Madeley. Susanna, 53, stunned host Lorraine Kelly, 64, as she appeared through a set of double doors on the set, and proudly announced: “Good morning Lorraine, this has come as an enormous surprise… I have a very special announcement for you, Lorraine Kelly.

Lorraine Kelly will be honoured with a special gong at the Bafta television awards for her four-decade long career in broadcasting. The Scots TV legend was blown away by the news when she was surprised by GMB's Susanna Reid's announcement on her ITV show on Monday.

Coronation Street's Will Mellor has marked a special anniversary with his wife, Michelle, and his fans are all saying the same thing.The 47-year-old posted a heart-warming throwback snap of the couple when they first met in 1999. He then shared a more recent selfie of the couple next to it, showing how they have changed together over the years.The actor said: "25 years ago we went on our first date. 25 years later, couldn't be happier." Thousands of fans commented on the post, with most wishing the couple a happy anniversary.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has confirmed that he's returned to the soap's production site as he shared a sneaky snap behind-the-scenes.The actor, who has played Simon Barlow on the soap for 15 years, is set to bow out of the cobbles in the next few months but now he's left fans wondering why he's back as he teased at being 'home'. Since he first stepped foot on the cobbles, Alex has been at the centre of some gripping storylines, including domestic abuse and a dramatic plot where he lashed out at his cousin, Amy Barlow. His character was previously revealed as the abuser with his on-screen mum Leanne Battersby being the victim.

As Samantha Chawner walked down the aisle to marry fiancé, Matthew Parkinson, the strains of Shania Twain’s From This Moment On filling her ears, she was overwhelmed with emotion. Having never believed she’d be a bride, the 36-year-old felt ‘a million dollars’ in her elegant Wed2Be ivory lace and tulle wedding dress and 3m veil at the ceremony on Saturday, 16 March.To top it off, after many years of battling with her weight and being branded part of Britain’s “fattest and laziest family”, Samantha had managed to shed 10 stone for her big day, which took place at Albert Hall in Bolton. “It felt magical,” she explained.

Reality TV star Samantha Chawner has tied the knot with the love of her life in a 'magical' wedding ceremony at Bolton's Albert Hall.

Colson Smith's Coronation Street co-stars have sensed it'll soon 'kick-off' in the Celebrity Big Brother house as they shared their thoughts on his stint in the famous compound so far. Ben Price and Jack P Shephard are keeping the podcast they co-host with Colson going by doing daily reactions to the ITV reality show.

Coronation Street star Ryan Prescott, who plays Ryan Connor on the ITV soap, has opened up on his plans for the future and whether his character is staying on the cobbles for the long term. The star only recently returned to Weatherfield after a break, which followed a dramatic storyline that saw Ryan have an affair with Daisy Midgley (played by Charlotte Jordan).The rollercoaster romance abruptly ended, and Daisy ended up back with Daniel (Rob Mallard) soon after.

Coronation Street and Celebrity Big Brother fans think a 'feud' could be brewing as soap star Sally Ann Matthews has been sharing her thoughts on the ITV reality series.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver had a cheeky warning for her son during a live TV appearance as she said 'it's my time'. The actress has been seen taking on new roles away from the cobbles where she is famed for playing Eileen Grimshaw.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver has shown off her new look ahead of taking on a new role away from the cobbles. The actress is set to take a brief break away from playing Weatherfield's Eileen Grimshaw in the ITV soap as she takes to the stage.

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.

Over the last few decades, we've seen many Coronation Street stars go on to dominate Hollywood - and now Sam Retford is the latest to do exactly that.The actor, who is best known for playing Curtis Delamere in the soap, is playing a starring role in Outlander prequel Blood of My Blood.The 24-year-old will play a young Dougal MacKenzie - who was portrayed by Graham McTavish in the original series - in the spin-off, which has begun filming in Glasgow. Sam is one of four new actors joining the prequel, which tells the story of the parents of Sam Heughan's character Jamie as well as Caitriona Balfe's character Claire's parents.

Susanna Reid has been flooded with support and praise as she admitted to feeling 'overwhelmed' over her latest achievement. The Good Morning Britain star was able to enjoy the Royal Television Society's latest awards on Wednesday night (February 28) knowing she didn't have to be up for a stint on the ITV news programme the next day.

Coronation Street star Jodie Prenger was bowled over by the support of her friends and co-stars as she briefly broke away from the cobbles for another role. The actress, who plays Glenda Shuttleworth in the ITV soap, returned to her musical theatre roots over the weekend.

Coronation Street actor Colson Smith is reportedly set to enter the Celebrity Big Brother house when the show relaunches on ITV in March 2024. The 25 year old actor, who has played Craig Tinker on the soap for 13 years, is said to have impressed ITV bosses during discussions about CBB, and will now star on the show, which kicks off on Monday, 4 March.

Coronation Street's Matt Milburn, who plays Tommy Orpington, is reportedly leaving the soap, causing heartbreak as his character's spicy affair with Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) continues. Kevin Webster, portrayed by Michael Le Vell, revealed that the former Weatherfield County player - now a painter and director - will be saying goodbye to the cobbles for Spain next week.

Coronation Street's Alan Halsall has been keeping busy following his reported split from co-star girlfriend, Tisha Merry.The pair, who met on the set of the popular ITV soap, went public with their relationship in May 2019 after months of rumours. However, Alan, who has played Tyrone Hobbs since 1998, and Tisha, who portrayed Steph Britton from 2013 to 2018, have reportedly decided to part ways. Alan, 41, hasn't spoken about the alleged break-up yet, but he's been distracting himself with some retail therapy.