ITV Coronation Street's Alan Halsall shares 'unglamorous' recovery insight amid 'split'

Coronation Street bade farewell to another of its beloved characters after one of the show's stars decided to move on. Lorna Laidlaw, who portrayed Aggie Bailey, quietly left the ITV soap, The Sun reported on Thursday.

Ryan Thomas, who played builder Jason Grimshaw in Coronation Street for 16 years before leaving the soap in 2016, returned to his former work place in Manchester city centre last week. The 40 year old actor, who won the latest series of Dancing on Ice at the beginning of this year, returned to the Old Granada Studios in the Castlefield area of Manchester for a friend’s 70th birthday, unaware beforehand that the party venue was located on the site where Coronation Street used to be filmed.

Coronation Street actress Lorna Laidlaw, who plays Bailey family matriarch Aggie Bailey has reportedly quit the soap more than 12 months after her last appearance on the cobbles.The 61-year-old star, who became most well known for playing Mrs Tembe in the medial soap Doctors for eight years, last appeared on the show in summer 2023 and has been absent from a number of the Bailey family's major storylines. After last being seen on screen on 12 June 2023, the actress didn't return as part of the storyline in which her son Michael lost his job and was wrongly arrested, nor when her on-screen husband found the body of murder victim Leo Thompkins on his building site.

Coronation Street fans have "rumbled" who is using Bethany Platt’s credit card.The journalist recently moved back to Weatherfield from London this year but earlier this month, she found out she had been the victim of fraud. A furious Bethany learned that someone had been using her old company credit card and found copies of the statements to prove she didn’t make the purchase. Sinister solicitor Joel Deering (Calum Lill) later offered to give Bethany legal advice about the credit card.

Next week on Coronation Street, a breakthrough in the case of missing Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) could be on the horizon as suspicion grows around Joel Deering (Callum Lill). Lauren is still unaccounted for and presumed dead, with Nathan Curtis (Christopher Harper) currently under investigation for her disappearance and alleged murder. However, viewers are aware that the real culprit is Joel, who has set his sights on other young women.

Coronation Street viewers were left feeling 'downhearted' during Monday's episode (June 24) as Gemma Winter-Brown was compelled to resort to drastic measures due to her mounting financial troubles.

Coronation Street fans were left feeling 'sad' during Monday's episode (June 24) as Gemma Winter-Brown was forced to take extreme measures due to her escalating financial woes.

Coronation Street star Rob Mallard has opened up about his health condition - one that he fears isgetting worse and could even potentially end his career on the famous cobbles. Rob, 32, has risen to fame after joining Corrie as Daniel Osbourne, the son of Ken Barlow, since 2016. Now, Rob has opened up about the health battle that could potentially cut his acting career short.

Coronation Street stalwart Charlie Lawson has issued a grim forecast for the future of the beloved soap, suggesting it could face its final curtain within the next ten years.

Coronation Street actor Jack P Shepherd, known for playing David Platt on the soap, has proposed to his girlfriend Hanni Treweek. Sharing the news to social media, Hanni shared a stunning selfie of the couple and wrote: "05.06.24 I said YES to forever!!!" as stars such as Michelle Keegan shared their congratulations.The Fool Me Once actress wrote: "Awww congratulations to you both", while co-star Alan Halsall said: "Congratulations to the pair of you xx." Actress Julia Goulding commented: "Such beautiful news! Congratulations to you both, absolutely perfect couple." And co-star Samia Longchambon gushed: "Ahhh amazing news guys! Huge congratulations." The newly engaged couple shared an intimate snap in one photo, with Hanni flashing her stunning diamond ring as her hand was tentatively placed on her future husband's arm.

Gemma finds herself in trouble with the police Gemma Winter’s (Played by Dolly-Rose Campbell) day goes from bad to worse after getting a £70 parking fine in the post and her daughter Carly explains she’s in desperate need of some new shoes.Taking her to the shoe shop to get her feet measured, Gemma is gutted when she learns they cost £45, which she can’t afford. However, when the assistant is distracted Gemma has a plan. Grabbing her daughter’s hand, she quickly flees the shop without paying for them.

Coronation Street star Alan Halsall has given a fresh insight into his 'unglamorous' recovery after going under the knife towards the end of last year. The actor revealed on social media that he was having surgery in November to fix an ACL injury.

Helen Flanagan shared a picture of herself 'back' on Coronation Street after sharing why she can't return properly to the ITV soap. The actress shared a throwback snap to one of the last times she was on the famous cobbles.

Coronation Street viewers couldn’t believe their eyes when Cassie Plummer made fun of the iconic Deirdre Barlow during the episode on Wednesday 19 June. Cassie had started working as Ken Barlow’s carer after being fired from her job at the garage.The day before, Cassie happened to be in the Rovers where she overheard the Barlows discussing how someone needed to be with Ken all day. With the family struggling to organise a rota, Cassie quickly volunteered to do the job.

Coronation Street enthusiasts believe there’s a ‘predictable’ baby storyline on the horizon following a steamy affair between two characters. In a gripping episode on Tuesday 18 June, Toyah Battersby and her brother-in-law Nick Tilsley ended up in bed together after bonding over the drama involving Toyah's sister Leanne Battersby. Nick became increasingly frustrated with his wife Leanne's fixation on 'the institute' and her mentor Rowan Cunliffe, particularly after they started making threats towards Toyah.Toyah has been determined to reveal Rowan and the Institute as fraudulent, while Leanne has been completely taken in, oblivious to the fact she's being conned.

Coronation Street fans are convinced they've cracked the mystery behind Sam Blakeman's secret from his dad Nick Tilsley, and some are 'threatening to turn off their screens'.The plot thickens as Rowan Cunliffe might have just ensnared his latest victim in his twisted cult narrative. After successfully drawing in Leanne Battersby and cutting her off from her loved ones, he's now facing a formidable opponent in her sister Toyah Battersby. In the midst of a blackmail scheme involving Toyah and Nick, viewers saw Nick's other half Leanne assisting her stepson Sam with an undisclosed matter.

Helen Flanagan has spoken candidly on where her relationship stands with ex-fiance Scott Sinclair, admitting that things between them are 'difficult'.The former Coronation Street star, 33, split from fiance Scott Sinclair back in 2022, after welcoming three children during their 13 year relationship.Taking to Instagram this week, Helen shared an insight into her 'girls day' with eldest daughter Matilda, eight, admitting it was exactly what she needed after feeling emotionally drained by the struggles of co-parenting the youngster and siblings Delilah, five, and Charlie, three. Sharing a picture of her daughter from the day, when they enjoyed a Disney themed Afternoon Tea, Helen wrote: “Matilda wanted to go to the beauty and the beast afternoon tea @waldorfhilton and it was so lovely x I’m so proud of the beautiful girl Matilda is and how lovely and kind and fun she is and how well she adapts to change.” “I felt really emotional that day, a lot of personal things going on and it can be extremely emotionally draining co-parenting when you have a difficult relationship,2 continued Helen in an open statement about her ex.Thanking a couple who gave up their table after Helen was unable to get a reservation at the restaurant, Helen added: “I left my phone to try and be more present and lots of chats and cuddles and her beautiful little face.

Lucy-Jo Hudson has been flooded with support and best wishes after sharing her own '24-hour reality check' in which her son fell ill following a fun-filled family trip. The former Coronation Street star took to social media with a candid message about how her weekend went as she celebrated Father's Day with her partner.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has reached out to her fans for some much-needed advice regarding a troubling health issue.The talented actress, who stepped into the role of Cassie Plummer last year, has quickly become a fan favourite with her gripping storyline as she navigates life on the iconic street.This week, viewers watched as Cassie took on a new challenge, becoming the carer for none other than Ken Barlow. Despite thriving in her role on the beloved ITV soap, 53 year old Claire has taken to Instagram to share a personal struggle with her followers. In a candid post, she revealed: "Having the worst flair up on my skin with my peri oral dermatitis.

Coronation Street viewers reckon they've sussed out the true identity of the Institute boss - and it's not as straightforward as it seems. Institute mentor Rowan Cunliffe first appeared on our screens earlier this year, conducting sessions at the Chariot Square hotel in the ITV soap.