The huge number of ITV Coronation Street characters 'replaced' including Tracy Barlow, David Platt and Ryan Connor

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 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.

It's been a case of women behaving badly on Coronation Street as secrets and lies have been causing drama. After Sarah Barlow jumped into bed with drug dealer Damon Hay, Beth Sutherland and Faye Windass have been up to no good this week.

Coronation Street fans predict that romance could blossom from devastation as they've clocked the chemistry between Daisy Midgely and Ryan Connor. As Alya Nazir left Ryan broken-hearted in Monday night's episode, telling him she just wanted to be friends, Daisy rushed to be by his side.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has jokingly shared his annoyance after his long-time co-star William Roache, also known as Bill, dropped a huge clanger during their recent set interaction.

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".

In tonight’s episode of Coronation Street Ryan Connor laid his heart on the line when he told his ex Alya Nazir that he loved her after she was there for him following the recent horrific acid attack. As Ryan, played by Ryan Prescott, told Alya how he really felt she unintentionally broke his heart by 'friendzoning' him on the ITV soap.

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 actress Julia Goulding, 38, has been spotted in public for the first time since giving birth to her baby daughter as she left The Baby Show in Manchester. Julia, who plays Shona Platt in the long-running soap, was pushing her daughter in a pram while her husband Ben Silver, 38, carried their older son, four year old Franklin Wolf, on his shoulders.The new mum looked relaxed as she played on her phone with one hand and cut a casual figure in a black and white striped tee and a chic black leather jacket, with her sunglasses perched atop her head.

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 fans have wondered if they have spotted the key to Stephen Reid being caught as they believe he is responsible for the ITV soap's latest death. Viewers have watched the bogus businessman's patience be tested by Underworld client Rufus Donahue.

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.

Fans of Coronation Street were surprised last month when Tracy McDonald - nee Barlow - appeared surprisingly level-headed when her daughter Amy told her she had been raped by her friend Aaron Sandford. However, true to form and never one to shy away from drama, she caused a ruckus earlier this week.

Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney has been testing out a new look as she earns praise for her work on-screen. The actress is currently part of a big storyline for the ITV soap after her character Amy Barlow accused her friend Aaron Sandford of raping her.

Coronation Street fans were left perplexed during the latest trip to the cobbles as they found out a previously unknown detail about one of the show's characters. Monday night's edition of the ITV soap (April 3) saw Tracy Barlow demanding action after feeling Amy's report of rape wasn't taken seriously by police.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has pulled at heartstrings not once but twice as he posed with his actual dog and his new on-screen companion. The actor, who is famed for playing David Platt in the ITV soap, enjoyed a wholesome Sunday out on a walk with his girlfriend Hanni Treweek and their pooch, Baby.

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 star Mollie Gallagher has undergone another dramatic transformation after asking for her fans' advice. Arriving on the cobbles back in 2019, viewers of the ITV soap were used to seeing Nina Lucas with jet black hair as she proudly went against the grain with her gothic look.