Coronation Street viewers shocked as classic character dies leaving his children devastated

Ahead of her Coronation Street debut last year, Jodie Prenger had already dabbled in the TV and showbiz world having appeared in a handful of programmes. Jodie, who stars as barmaid Glenda Shuttleworth on the popular ITV soap, first shot to fame on The Biggest Loser in 2006, with the now-43 year old going on to win the show and bagging a £25,000 cash prize.The UK edition of the programme – which was axed in 2012 – was for people wanting to overhaul their diets and their lives, with Jodie going on to shed an amazing nine stone on the show.

Antony Cotton's mother made a surprise appearance in Coronation Street on Friday, as villain Stephen Reid claimed the life of his third victim. Enid Dunn, who is mum to soap star Antony, 47, who plays Sean Tully in the hit ITV soap, starred as a housekeeper who found the dead body of Stephen's latest victim Rufus. In Friday's episode, Enid portrayed the unnamed housekeeper, who could be seen being comforted by police after her discovery before then being questioned.

Emmerdale lines up a big wedding week, with Mackenzie Boyd set to find himself conflicted, as Chloe Harris goes into labour on the day of his wedding to Charity Dingle. Over in EastEnders, Denise Fox has some explaining to do, as the truth about her passion with Ravi Gulati is revealed at last, with Chelsea and Jack Branning left in shock as a result. Coronation Street, meanwhile, sees Roy Cropper sent for tests by Dr Gaddas after he suffers from breathlessness, while Hollyoaks’ Misbah Maalik receives a visitor in the form of newcomer Dillon Ray, who is set to move in with her!It’s going to be another unmissable week in the land of serial drama, that much we can confirm, but if you’d like a not-so-little look at what’s coming up, then we’ve once again hand-picked the top 25 must-see moments, just for you.

Coronation Street fans were far from impressed with Friday’s edition of the ITV soap, as the resident cobbles villain Stephen Reid claimed the life of another character. In a flashback scene, viewers at home were shown the exact moment Stephen murdered his business rival Rufus Donahue, after Rufus had been blackmailing him into handing over 50% of the profits from Underworld’s new venture Nippersnapper.

Coronation Street fans have predicted that an innocent character will be 'going down for murder' after Rufus Donahue's death is confirmed. During Wednesday night's trip to the cobbles, viewers of the ITV soap saw the businessman face an unknown visitor at his home.

Coronation Street is set for explosive scenes next week when dodgy business man, Rufus, is found dead and his body in a swimming pool. Fans will recall that only recently, Stephen Reid, who has already murdered Leo and Teddy Thompkins, tried to kill Rufus after he threatened to expose the fact he's been spiking Carla Connor - but he was interrupted by an innocent and oblivious Michael Bailey. However, in upcoming scenes, Rufus will meet his demise.

Coronation Street fans have been sharing their own tributes after a death was confirmed. During the latest trip to the cobbles on Monday night (April 3), viewers of the ITV soap saw Debbie Webster return home after some time away. She had been visiting her dad Bill with her brother Kevin.

Tina O'Brien, best known for her portrayal of Sarah Platt in Coronation Street since she was just 16 years old, has surprised her fans by revealing her age. With her milestone birthday around the corner, the actress shared recent headshots on Instagram, prompting astonishment from followers who couldn't believe she was about to turn 40. On Instagram she wrote: "I'm turning 40 this year.

Coronation Street favourite Ellie Leach will reportedly soon be bidding farewell to the cobbles as she brings to an end her 12 year run on the popular ITV soap. During her time on the show, Ellie has seen her character Faye Windass at the heart of some huge storylines which included a teenage pregnancy and undergoing an early menopause. Most recently, the star has been embroiled in an ongoing storyline which has seen her reunite with her daughter Miley, who she previously surrendered to Miley’s dad Jackson as she wasn’t ready - or willing - to be a mother to the youngster.

Coronation Street has addressed Kym Marsh's character Michelle Connor's continued absence from Weatherfield, with fans sharing that they have been left unimpressed with the show's explanation. A recent storyline has seen Michelle's son Ryan (Ryan Prescott) hospitalised after he stepped in the way when Justin Rutherford (Andrew Still) threw a glass of acid at Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan) on the day of her wedding.

Coronation Street actress Julie Hesmondhalgh, who played the iconic Hayley Cropper on the ITV soap for 16 years, has praised her husband for his handling of the sensitive acid attack storyline. Julie's husband is Corrie scriptwriter Ian Kershaw, who wrote all the scenes for both of Monday night's harrowing instalments.The 53 year old actress gushed over her husband's talents on Twitter. "Away from home and only able to watch clips of tonight’s #Corrie, written by my incredible husband @IanKershaw," she began.

Coronation Street has sparked 72 Ofcom complaints in the wake of Monday night's (27 March) episode, which saw the ITV soap air harrowing scenes depicting an acid attack. The instalment saw Justin Rutherford (played by Andrew Still) launch sulphuric acid at Ryan Connor (Ryan Prescott) in a horrifying attack.The storyline began with Justin determined to make Daisy (Charlotte Jordan) his victim.The villainous character has been stalking her for months and made the twisted decision that if he couldn't have her, nobody else should. As viewers watched in horror, Justin cornered Daisy on the morning of her wedding at the Rovers Return pub.

Actress Millie Gibson, who played Kelly Neelan on Coronation Street, showed off her incredible figure as she treated herself to a spa weekend.The 18 year old snapped photos wearing a black one-piece swimming costume, with a cut-out in the middle, showing off her midriff and displaying her natural beauty as she went makeup free. She wore her blonde hair tied up in a messy bun as she stretched out on a sauna bench for one picture, and laid out on a towel for another sweet snap.

Coronation Street has responded to Snoop Dogg's high praise of the ITV soap - and they have found him a perfect role after he said he'd like to join the show.The rapper, 51, shocked fans all across the world recently when he revealed his love for one specific British soap show, and also said he'd like to join the cast. In a recent interview with ITV, the rapper said: "Coronation Street, I love it. If they call me I'll do it.

Coronation Street actor Ryan Prescott has described how filming the harrowing shower scenes after his character, Ryan Connor, was the victim of an acid attack took "no acting". Ryan is part of Coronation Street's biggest current storyline, as his character had sulphuric acid hurled in his face by Justin Rutherfield (played Andrew Still).

Coronation Street spoilers see Ruthie Henshall make her guest debut next week as Estelle. It was revealed earlier this month that Ruthie, 56, would be swapping the stage for the cobbles and will be playing Estelle, an old friend of Glenda Shuttleworth, who is played by fellow stage star Jodie Prenger. And spoilers for next week see Estelle have a run-in with Glenda's brother, George Shuttleworth, about the cost of her mother’s funeral.

Coronation Street star Ryan Prescott has revealed that his character, Ryan Connor's, life will be changed forever after the harrowing acid attack on Monday's episode. During the latest instalment, fans were left in shock by a harrowing plot twist when Ryan was revealed to be the victim of a vicious acid attack while defending Daisy Midgeley from stalker Justin Rutherford.

The Coronation Street cobbles were rocked by tragedy on Monday night’s edition of the soap, as a highly anticipated acid attack storyline kicked off after weeks of intense build up. The storyline first began last December, when when Daisy Midgeley, played by Charlotte Jordan was awaiting test results at the hospital after discovering a breast lump. It was while at the hospital she met Justin, a mild mannered man who was attending the department in support of his mum, who was battling cancer.

Coronation Street’s acid attack horror took an unexpected turn in Monday’s episode when Ryan Connor stepped in to defend Daisy Midgeley - taking the full force of Justin Rutherford’s violence. Ryan, played by Ryan Prescott, was left writhing in agony with excruciating burns which are set to prove life-changing for the previously happy-go-lucky barman.

As Coronation Street ’s highly anticipated acid attack storyline kicks off tonight, the soap’s newest baddie stalker Justin, played by Andrew Still, will soon bring tragedy to the cobbles as he throws acid in Daisy Midgeley’s face on her wedding day, after she rejected his advances. The Weatherfield favourite, who is played by Charlotte Jordan has been excitedly looking forward to her big day to Daniel Osborne (played by Rob Mallard ) for months, yet her joy has been tempered at every turn by the actions of stalker Justin, who is adamant the barmaid is in love with him.