Fears for Roy Cropper in ITV Coronation Street as his health takes scary turn after devastating death

Claire Sweeney has given some more details about her upcoming Coronation Street stint after it was revealed she had been cast as Tyrone Dobbs' mum. The Brookside legend will make her way into the ITV soap as Cassie.

Coronation Street has announced the exciting news that Brookside and West End star Claire Sweeney is joining the hit ITV soap. Claire, 52, will be stepping onto the cobbles as the mother of Weatherfield mechanic Tyrone Dobbs - with her scenes airing in late June.

Coronation Street's Roy Cropper is inching his way towards a devastating exit, according to fans of the soap. Portrayed by David Neilson since 1995, the mild-mannered Roy's Rolls café owner has spent much of his recent screen time in severe discomfort - holding onto his chest and complaining of pains. At one point he even had to stop dancing with Evelyn Plummer, before heading home and fearfully ringing the doctor.

Coronation Street fans have demanded 'don't even think about it' as they saw the latest stage in Roy Cropper's health scare. Earlier this week in the ITV soap, concerns were sparked for Weatherfield's legendary resident when he was seen pulling out of his Salsa class with pal Evelyn Plummer.

Coronation Street fans have speculated that a new love could be on the way for acid attack victim Ryan Connor after being brutally rejected by two people in earlier episodes. At the end of March, Ryan, played by Ryan Prescott since 2018, was the victim of an attack after he threw himself between Daisy Midgeley and her stalker Justin Rutherford.

Coronation Street fans have said it's 'not looking good' as they fear for Roy Cropper. Weatherfield's legendary resident was seen pulling out of his Salsa class with pal Evelyn Plummer during Monday night's trip to the cobbles (April 17) as he simply told her: "I have to go, I'm sorry".

Coronation Street's acid attack victim Ryan Connor will come face-to-face with his burn injuries for the very first time next week. In upcoming scenes broadcast on ITV, Daisy Midgeley - who Ryan saved from the sinister Justin Rutherford on her wedding day - takes Ibiza club promoter Crystal to see Ryan in hospital, hoping that she'll boost his confidence. Sat up in bed, Ryan thanks Daisy for bringing Crystal with her and admits the possibility of gigging abroad has given him something else to focus on.

Ryan Connor will be seen struggling to come to terms with his injuries as he returns to the street following the acid attack. Coronation Street fans were left horrified last month when they watched the DJ struck by the clear liquid after it was launched at Daisy Midgeley by her stalker Justin Rutherford.

There is often confusion and amusement when characters from any soap go away for while and suddenly return with a different head. But it may not come as any surprise that there are a huge number of Coronation Street characters that have been played by multiple actors.

the ITV soap. While it wasn't clear if she was on the Salford-based set, Harriet could be seen sporting one of the long-running soap's big red puffa jackets. The 24-year-old gave a slight smile towards the camera in the close-up snap with her blonde locks tied back with just some strands curled and framing her face.

Coronation Street fans have been left asking 'who is getting married?' after Harriet Bibby teased the upcoming nuptials. The actress, who plays Summer Spellman, took to Instagram on Thursday (April 6) with a selfie as she headed to work on the ITV soap.

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.

late comedian and TV personality after the news he died, aged 67, on Tuesday evening (March 28). In a statement on Wednesday, Paul's husband Andre Portasio said: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening. READ MORE: Paul O'Grady's final Instagram post says everything about TV star"We ask, at this difficult time, that whilst you celebrate his life you also respect our privacy as we come to terms with this loss.

Coronation Street fans have said they are 'absolutely devastated' after seeing an on-screen couple pose for a 'happily ever after' snap. Peter Ash and Daniel Brocklebank were all smiles behind the scenes on the ITV soap as they posed for the camera at what should have been Daniel Osbourne and Daisy Midgeley's wedding.

Ryan Prescott has sent a personal message to Coronation Street fans days after they were left shocked by violent acid attack scenes. The actor, who plays Ryan Connor in the ITV soap, has been heaped with praise following the start of what will be a long storyline for the actor.

Coronation Street fans have suggested that the soap recast a much-loved character after Ryan Connor's horrifying acid attack. The DJ was subject to the disgusting assault when he stepped in to help Daisy Mideley when her stalker arrived at the pub on her wedding day.

Coronation Street fans have predicted an unexpected romance for Ryan Connor (played by Ryan Prescott) following his harrowing acid attack storyline.The fan-favourite character became a hero when he jumped in front of Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan) to save her from being permanently burned and scarred on her wedding day. Villain and stalker Justin Rutherford (Andrew Still) had been building up to the moment for weeks, and was determined to make sure Daisy knew that if he couldn't have her no one could, but Ryan stopped the plan in its tracks. In the aftermath of the horrific attack, Ryan has struggled to move on from the trauma and will remain in hospital for a while as doctors continue to work on his injuries.

ITV's Sharon Marshall has been forced to apologise after seemingly confirming a Coronation Street exit on her weekly segment.

Coronation Street fans think a new romance may blossom out of tragic circumstances following the recent acid attack in Weatherfield. Fans of the ITV soap were left horrified earlier this week when Justin Rutherford returned to the cobbles on Daisy Midgeley's wedding day and unleashed a horrific attack on the bride-to-be.

Coronation Street star Jodie Prenger has shared her own special tribute to Paul O'Grady following his 'unexpected' death this week. Tributes were pouring in for the comedian and TV star after his partner revealed he died, aged 67, on Tuesday evening (March 28).