Corrie spoilers tease Stephen downfall as he's blackmailed after Rufus' death

Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that King Charles wrote to him twice following the death of his son Nick.  The 43-year-old record producer died in March after a protracted battle with gastric cancer and pneumonia.  Speaking to The Telegraph, Lord Lloyd-Webber revealed he was not 'prepared for the loss' of his son and that the King had offered his personal condolences following the tragedy.

Coronation Street fans have been left fearing for Paul Foreman after his latest money-making attempt was foiled by his friend Dee-Dee Bailey. Viewers of the ITV soap have watched the builder struggling after devastatingly learning that he has Motor Neurone Disease.

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 isn't the safest place to live at the moment with another serial killer roaming the cobbles. After Pat Phelan and Richard Hillman, we have bogus businessman Stephen Reid.

Manchester City player Jack Grealish donated £5,000 to help with funeral costs after an Aston Villa supporter was tragically found dead on Saturday.

Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) faced more agony in recent EastEnders scenes, as the day of Janine Butcher’s (Charlie Brooks) sentencing dawned. The Queen Vic landlady has been struggling to cope with the loss of childhood sweetheart Mick Carter (Danny Dyer), after his disappearance on Christmas day. Having dived into the sea to save Linda, following a car chase that saw her and Janine drive over the edge of a cliff, he was assumed dead when he failed to resurface.

Daisy Midgeley has been a support to her ex Ryan Connor following a horrific acid attack that left him with burns to his face and arm on Coronation Street. Ryan stepped in and took the brunt of the acid hurled at Daisy by stalker Justin Rutherford on her wedding day.

Coronation Street fans had their say as their attention was grabbed by the very opening shot to Monday night's episode (May 1). After being warned of 'upsetting scenes' ahead, viewers ended up complaining for an unexpected reason.

Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) in upcoming Coronation Street episodes, viewers will be seriously worried for her welfare. After all, we know that Stephen has no qualms about ruthlessly dispatching anyone who gets in his way and we also know that he’s only really interested in Elaine for her money. Once he has his hands on the cash, Elaine could represent too much of a nuisance for the multiple murderer and could swiftly see herself following Leo Thompkins (Joe Frost), Teddy Thompkins (Grant Burgin) and Rufus Donahue (Steven Meo) on Stephen’s list of victims.

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.

The heartbroken partner of a young Scots dad who suddenly passed away has paid tribute to "the nicest guy you will ever meet".

Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ widower Allison Holker officially has been granted half of his estate.

Allison Holker has been granted half of her late husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ estate, Us Weekly can confirm.

Gogglebox faves and comedy husband and wife, Giles Wood and Mary Killen, have teased a huge life change after eight years on the hit show. Beloved by Gogglebox fans, the two are popular figures on the show, sounding off about the week's telly from their cosy Wiltshire cottage.

Kim Kardashian is doing whatever it takes to secure her spot at this year’s Met Gala!

More than one Coronation Street resident is treading a dangerous line this week, with theft, ill-advised marriage and an affair all on the cards. Just when it seems Paul might be staying on the straight and narrow, he begins to take another downward spiral, making some poor choices. Paul gets wrapped up in the criminal world once again but is rumbled by suspicious Dee-Dee after being tipped off by Billy.

Emmerdale has paid a moving tribute to one of its former stars Dale Meeks following his tragic death aged 47. The news was announced by a family member on Facebook on Sunday (April 23) and prompted an influx of tributes including from Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly.

There are some rash moves next week on Coronation Street as, after locking horns with her son Tim Metcalfe, Elaine Jones agrees to fly out to Vegas that afternoon to marry killer Stephen. Sally is shocked and breaks the news to Tim, so Tim offers to run Elaine and Stephen to the airport, making out that he accepts their marriage plans.

Coronation Street is set for powerful scenes on Wednesday night as Ryan Connor sees his acid attack scars for the first time - with the ITV soap working with Emmy and BAFTA winning Makeup Prosthetic Designers. Only recently, Ryan was revealed to be the victim of a vicious acid attack while defending Daisy Midgeley from stalker Justin Rutherford. Since the harrowing scenes, he has been recovering in hospital and on Wednesday's episode Ryan bravely tells the surgeon he’s ready to look at his injuries as he's supported by Carla.

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.