Coronation Street star's mum makes soap appearance amid murder plot

Former Coronation Street star Sushil Chudasama looks unrecognisable in a new snap, 18 years on from when he appeared on the soap as Sarah Platt's lover. He played Scooter Makuna on the show, as he enjoyed an affair with Sarah Platt - played by Tina O'Brien - but the character made his exit after a huge argument, as the actor left the soap for another job.

Coronation Street icon Amanda Barrie has shocked fans by revealing her age as she revealed she was selling a piece of soap history. The actress is auctioning off a number of things including some iconic ITV soap memorabilia as she approaches a big milestone.

Coronation Street villain Stephen Reid has revealed the next person he intends to add to his body count, as the scheming killer took out a life insurance policy for his future wife Elaine Jones. The sinister businessman has already killed three people in his attempt to amass a fortune and cover his dodgy dealings, with the mild mannered Elaine the latest victim to fall under his spell.

Coronation Street star Rebecca Ryan, who played Lydia Chambers in the soap, has given birth to her first child. The actress announced the happy news and revealed she has named her newborn daughter Aurora. Rebecca took to Instagram to share the first photo of her little one, who was pictured sleeping on some fluffy blankets while dressed in a striped babygro.

Jack P Shepherd has been on Coronation Street for more than 20 years - but it wasn't until this weekend that he had a taste of his 'dream' job. The actor, who plays David Platt in the ITV soap, enjoyed a bit of work away from the cobbles.

Coronation Street and Last Of The Summer Wine actress Barbara Young has died at the age of 92. Singer Liza Pulman described her actress mother - who also starred in I, Claudius and Family Affairs - as "warm-hearted and talented". Pulman said Young died on Thursday following care at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge.

Coronation Street fans are convinced they’ve worked out the identity of Stephen Reid’s next victim, as the cobbles serial killer turns his attention towards yet another obstacle in his path. As regular viewers will know, dodgy businessman Stephen, played by Todd Boyce has already killed three people in Weatherfield, with fans at home now expressing concerns for another cobbles favourite in the coming weeks.

Coronation Street mirrored the thoughts of a nation on Wednesday, as Paul Foreman and Steve McDonald fumed over hospital parking prices. In two concurrent scenes, Paul received a devastating diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease from a doctor, while Steve was visiting his daughter Amy Barlow, who'd drank a full bottle of vodka as a way of numbing the pain of her recent rape ordeal. "Some people die within three years, others live longer," the nurse explained to Paul.

Coronation Street star Bhavna Limbachia – who was best known as Rana Habeeb for three years on the soap – was rushed to hospital after suffering from a nasty injury on her thumb. Bhavna, 39, shared a snap from hospital as she was having a scan after her injury.

Former Coronation Street star has been applauded by the likes of Gemma Atkinson and Adam Thomas as he shared an emotional health update months after suffering a mini stroke.

Coronation Street star Simon Gregson has had his fans swooning as he shared a suited and booted snap to Instagram alongside his wife. But he did make an error.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith has admitted to being left 'disheartened' after he was told he has a skin condition that should, hopefully, only be temporary. The actor, who plays Craig Tinkle in the ITV soap, opened up about his health on the Sofa Cinema Club podcast he hosts with his co-stars.

Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote has given followers an update on her rare skin condition while on holiday. The actress, who played Katy Armstrong in the ITV soap, has previously opened up about her experience with Vitiligo, a condition caused by a lack of melanin in the skin. Taking to her Instagram stories, she shared a photo of the pale patches of skin on her wrist which have developed as a result of the condition.

The Coronation Street star, 29, had kept details of her big day with Joe, also 29, which took place on March 19, private as she refrained from posting any snaps from the celebration. But now sharing an insight into the wedding, the blushing bride said this week: 'It was gorgeous – the scenery was stunning'. Saying 'I Do' at The Tithe Barn in Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire, she donned a gorgeous white wedding dress with a flowing train and lace-detailed bustier.

One of Coronation Street's most recognisable stars had their mum pop up in the ITV soap recently - and viewers may have missed it. This year Antony Cotton is celebrating his own Corrie milestone. as the actor, who is best known for playing Sean Tully in the ITV soap, will mark 20 years on the cobbles after making his debut in 2003.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell has married Joe Parker two years after first getting engaged. The actress, who portrayed Emma Brooker in the ITV soap, exchanged vows with Joe at The Tithe Barn in Bolton Abbey, in Skipton, North Yorkshire on March 19. A number of the Alexandra’s Corrie colleagues were in attendance, including Sair Khan, who plays Alya Nazir, in addition to Daisy Midgeley star Charlotte Jordan, as was The Traitor’s star Maddy Smedley.

When exits from soaps are announced, big stunts and tragic deaths often come to mind. But a taxi out of Weatherfield is usually the safest way to exit the cobbles - especially if you want the option to return at a later date.

the ITV soap, wrote on the social media platform; "I pondered over whether to share this or not- but I spoke to my husband and he agreed that it was important. " She went on to pen: "@tompitfieldphotography recently found a large lump behind his nipple. READ MORE: ITV Coronation Street's Jude Riordan sends heartfelt 'thank you' as fans rush to support him over soap news"Naturally, when you find a lump anywhere, as much as you try not to- you worry.

Coronation Street star wrote: “Due to recent personal life events, I will be taking a break from all forms of social media. I’m sure you can all understand. I will still be around however, because of certain numbers of comments made on the recent articles, and numerous other personal reasons, I will stepping away for a while to work on myself and personal healing.

Ten weeks after becoming a mum, Lucy Fallon has admitted to fans that she found her labour "a breeze" while detailing exactly what happened. The former Coronation Street star, 27, welcomed her first child with her partner Ryan Ledson in late January.They have named their baby boy Sonny.