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Coronation Street'' is a British
soap opera
A soap opera, or ''soap'' for short, is a typically long-running radio or television serial, frequently characterized by melodrama, ensemble casts, and sentimentality. The term "soap opera" originated from radio dramas originally being sponsored ...
first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in 2018, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer
Kate Oates
Kate Oates (born 1979 or 1980) is a British television producer, who was born in Nottingham and graduated from Warwick University. She began her career working as a researcher and editorial assistant for Germaine Greer, before becoming a script ...
or her successor, Iain MacLeod. The first character to be introduced is
Josh Tucker
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in 2018, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer Kate Oates or her successor ...
(Ryan Clayton), the rapist of
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd), in January.
Gail Rodwell's (
Helen Worth
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth; 7 January 1951) is an English actress. She is best known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera, '' Coronation Street'', a role that she has played since 1974. In 2014, she r ...
) clairvoyant
Rosemary Piper
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(
Sophie Thompson
Sophie Thompson (born 20 January 1962) is a British actress who has worked in film, television and theatre. A six-time Olivier Award nominee, she won the 1999 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for the London revival of ''Into the Woods' ...
),
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to lea ...
's (
Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in '' Two P ...
) new love interest
Mike Thornberry
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(
Louis Emerick
Louis Emerick Grant (born 10 June 1960) is a British television actor.
Biography
He was born in the Toxteth area of Liverpool to a Liberian father and British mother. He is the youngest of ten children. He is best known for his portrayal of Mic ...
), school bully
Tyler Jefferies (Will Barnett) and
Geoff Metcalfe (
Ian Bartholomew
Ian Bartholomew (born 23 August 1954) is a British actor and musician from Portsmouth, England who has worked widely in both theatre and television. In March 2018, Bartholomew joined the cast of ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', as Geoff ...
),
Tim Metcalfe's (
Joe Duttine
Joe Duttine, sometimes credited as Jo Duttine (born 30 June 1970), is an English film, theatre and television actor. He currently plays Tim Metcalfe in '' Coronation Street''. He is also known for his role in '' Shameless'' as Cameron Donnell ...
) father, joined the show in March. April saw
Emma Brooker
Emma Brooker is a fictional character from the British soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Alexandra Mardell. She first appeared on-screen during the episode broadcast on 20 April 2018. Emma's storylines have included short-term rel ...
(
Alexandra Mardell
Alexandra Mardell (born 27 July 1993) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Emma Brooker in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. For her portrayal of the role, she won the British Soap Award for Best Newcomer, and was n ...
), a new love interest for David, and
Kayla Clifton
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in 2018, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer Kate Oates or her successor ...
(Mollie Winnard), a character introduced to continue
Bethany Platt
Bethany Platt is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 4 June 2000. She was played by Mia Cookson in 2000 and by twins Amy and Emily Walton from 2000 ...
's (
Lucy Fallon
Lucy Fallon (born 13 November 1995) is an English actress. She played Bethany Platt in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' (2015–2020). The role has earned her widespread recognition and several accolades, including two British Soap A ...
) sexual exploitation storyline, make their first appearances, while the year's first birth,
Susie Price
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Nina Harris
Nina Harris, played ...
, daughter of
Aidan Connor
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(
Shayne Ward
Shayne Thomas Ward (born 16 October 1984) is an English actor and singer. He rose to fame as the winner of the second series of ''The X Factor''. His debut single, "That's My Goal", was released in the United Kingdom on 21 December 2005 an ...
) and
Eva Price
Eva Price is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Catherine Tyldesley, her character and casting was announced in May 2011 and she made her first appearance on screen on 17 June 2011. Eva was in ...
(
Catherine Tyldesley
Catherine Tyldesley (born 17 September 1983) is an English actress, comedian and model known for her roles as Iris Moss in the BBC drama ''Lilies'', Eva Price on the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2011 to 2018 and Karen Norris in ...
), also took place this month.
Mr Fitzgerald
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(Adam Weafer) appeared in July.
Sally Metcalfe
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Sally Dynevor. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 27 January 1986, when Kevi ...
's (
Sally Dynevor
Sally Jane Dynevor (née Whittaker; born 30 May 1963) is a British actress, she is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', which she has played since 1986. In 2022, Dynevor competed in the fourt ...
) lawyer
Paula Martin (
Stirling Gallacher) joined the cast in August, while Liz and
Jim McDonald's (
Charles Lawson
Quintin Charles Devenish "Charlie" Lawson (born 17 September 1959) is an actor, from Northern Ireland, who is best known for playing Jim McDonald on the long-running ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street''.
Early life and education
Lawson was b ...
) fraudulent "daughter"
Hannah Gilmore (Hannah Ellis Ryan),
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
' (
Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Wal ...
) long-lost grandmother
Evelyn Plummer
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(
Maureen Lipman
Dame Maureen Diane Lipman (born 10 May 1946) is an English actress, writer and comedian. She trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and her stage work has included appearances with the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespea ...
) and Tyler's mother
Vicky Jefferies (Kerri Quinn) were introduced in September.
Elsa Tilsley (
Kelly Harrison
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),
Nick Tilsley
Nick Tilsley (also Platt) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. He was born off screen during an episode broadcast on 31 December 1980, but made his first appearance on 5 January 1981. He was played b ...
's (
Ben Price) secret wife, joined the cast in November.
Josh Tucker
Josh Tucker, played by Ryan Clayton, made his first appearance on 26 January 2018.
Details about the character were announced in early December 2017. Clayton's casting was announced on 16 January 2018.
In July 2018, Clayton was longlisted for the "Best Bad Boy" award at the
''Inside Soap'' Awards.
He did not progress to the viewer-voted shortlist.
Clayton filmed his final scenes later in the year and Josh departs in episode 9575, first broadcast on 1 October 2018.
In July 2019, it was announced that Clayton had reprised his role as Josh, who would return for a story with David. He returns for a guest stint and the character is stabbed as part of the story. David becomes the prime suspect for the stabbing and Shepherd admitted that the scripts were vague as to whether David is responsible, so the outcome is unknown. The character returned in the episode broadcast on 18 October 2019 when David spots him in a prison hospital awaiting treatment. Another prisoner then explains that Josh is in prison for drugging and raping someone, like he had to David.
When a vacancy arises at Webster's Autocentre, following the death of their mechanic
Luke Britton
'' Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2014, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn. Sha ...
(Dean Fagan), Josh approaches co-owner
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
(
Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Wal ...
) and asks if he needs to fix anything in order to prove he is worthy of the job. After a brief interview, despite querying about the number of different towns and garages he has worked in, Tyrone agrees to give Josh the job. Josh also impresses Tyrone by suggesting that they and other street residents should remember Luke by hosting a charity boxing match in his honour.
Over the following months, Josh befriends David and the pair often hang out and go drinking together. This initially causes problems in David's relationship with his girlfriend,
Shona Ramsey
The following is a list of '' Coronation Street'' characters introduced in 2016, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn, or his successor Kate Oates.
Marta Zarek
Marta Zarek, played by E ...
(
Julia Goulding
Julia Goulding (born 27 March 1985) is an English actress who has played Shona Platt on the ITV soap opera, '' Coronation Street'', since 2016.
Career
Goulding attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. She has starred in theatre productions ...
). However, Shona eventually accepts their friendship. When Shona, David and Josh are drinking in the pub with some of their neighbours, Shona comments on the chemistry between Josh and
Alya Nazir
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(
Sair Khan
Sair Khan (born 11 February 1988) is an English actress, known for playing the role of Alya Nazir in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2014. In 2018, she competed in the ITV reality series '' I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! ...
). David dismisses this idea leading Shona to tease him about wanting Josh all to himself. Josh overhears this and becomes more flirtatious with David.
In March, Josh spikes David's drink with GHB during a night out. He takes David back to his flat and rapes him. David awakens in Josh's bed and realises with horror what happened to him. When Josh turns up at his house the next day, David confronts him but Josh manipulates David by claiming that they got drunk and had a consensual one-night stand. David's relationship with Shona suffers as a result of his secret rape trauma and he breaks up with her. Josh asks David if he ended his relationship because of their "one night stand" but an angry David tells Josh he is delusional and sick in the head if he thinks David ended his relationship because he wants to get together with him.
When Tyrone pulls out of the charity boxing match, David volunteers to fight his sister
Sarah Platt
Sarah-Louise Barlow (also Platt, Tilsley and Grimshaw) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 2 February 1987. She was played by Leah King in 1987 ...
's (
Tina O'Brien
Tina Michelle O'Brien (born 7 August 1983) is an English actress. She is best known for her portrayal of Sarah Platt in the long-running ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' (1999–2008, 2015–present). She also appeared in the BBC One dram ...
) boyfriend
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (De ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting ...
) in his place despite his epilepsy ruling him out. Josh is refereeing the fight and taunts David during the break. David snaps and brutally beats up Gary in front of the shocked crowd. Josh does not bother to stop the fight. Gary is rushed to hospital where he recovers. Gary thinks David is suffering from post traumatic stress disorder as a result of witnessing his wife Kylie's murder two years previously.
David is arrested for
ABH but released on bail. David has a one-night stand with new trainee hairdresser,
Emma Brooker
Emma Brooker is a fictional character from the British soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Alexandra Mardell. She first appeared on-screen during the episode broadcast on 20 April 2018. Emma's storylines have included short-term rel ...
(Alexandra Mardell) and moves her into his house. However, after his neighbour
Aidan Connor
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(
Shayne Ward
Shayne Thomas Ward (born 16 October 1984) is an English actor and singer. He rose to fame as the winner of the second series of ''The X Factor''. His debut single, "That's My Goal", was released in the United Kingdom on 21 December 2005 an ...
) commits suicide, David admits to Shona that Josh raped him. David is arrested for failing to turn up at court and Shona confronts Josh who continues to pretend he and David had a consensual one night stand. Josh arrives at Alya's house with flowers and charms her into bed to give himself a cover story in case David and Shona report him to the police.
Josh returns a month later when it is revealed that David had been following him to try and stop him from raping someone else.
Billy Mayhew
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(
Daniel Brocklebank
Daniel Brocklebank (born 21 December 1979) is a British actor, best known for portraying the roles of Ivan Jones in the ITV soap opera ''Emmerdale'' (2005–2006), and Billy Mayhew in ITV's other long-running soap ''Coronation Street'' (2014 ...
) finds David and tells him to go home. However, once David leaves, Billy tells Ethan (the man Josh is with at a bar) that Josh is a rapist. It transpires that Josh was beaten up by Ethan after he found
GHB
''gamma''-Hydroxybutyric acid (or γ-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), also known as 4-hydroxybutanoic acid) is a naturally occurring neurotransmitter and a depressant drug. It is a precursor to GABA, glutamate, and glycine in certain brain areas. ...
in his pocket.
Josh is left temporarily blind in the hospital due to the attack. David is happy at Josh's suffering but Billy is wracked with guilt over his role. Billy tries to get Josh to admit his sins but fails. Josh is discharged from hospital in September 2018 and turns up at Billy's flat as he has nowhere to go. Billy reluctantly allows Josh to stay warning him to keep a low profile. Alya discovers that Josh is living at Billy's and tells David, who tells Billy that Josh also raped others so Billy throws Josh out.
In October 2018, Josh apologises for spiking David but is reluctant to admit to rape, giving half-truths. David bundles Josh into a car. Driving Josh to an alleyway, David tells him that he has driven him to the police station and demands him to hand himself to the police. Josh, terrified, pleads to David not to destroy his life, saying he would not cope in jail. He goes on to say he would be branded a rapist and likely to be put on a register. This satisfies David enough to reveal they are nowhere near a police station. Having gotten closure despite Josh not directly admitting to the rape, David drives off, leaving Josh behind.
After David was sentenced to 4 months in prison for fraud, he needed some painkillers, but as soon as he goes to the nurse, he pulls a distressed look when he witnesses Josh in the prison with multiple injuries. He was brutally beaten up by
Terry Collier for being a rapist. It turns out Josh was sent here for getting caught raping someone and GHB, the sentence was unknown. David was left distressed.
As David's sentence was nearly over, a prison riot occurred because of overcrowding and
Abe Crowley (
Liam Boyle) told David it was his chance to get revenge. But David protected Josh and went into a cell with him. David forces Josh to admit what he did, Josh admits he raped David and loads of other people, which left David infuriated.
Josh was later stabbed in prison with a pair of scissors. The police take David out of his cell and they charge him with attempted murder along with Abe and Tez.
David pleads not guilty along with the others, but he is refused bail despite his sentence being almost over. Josh lied to the police to frame David for stabbing him. The video showed josh with a scissor stab and David walking out with no traces of blood left on him but the police do not believe David.
David phones
Billy Mayhew
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asking him to talk to Josh in the hospital because apparently they were friends and he listens to him. Billy tries to get contact but he fails.
Paul Foreman disguises himself as a nurse and forces Josh to admit he lied and how much this is affecting David with multiple counts of persuasion.
Josh finally admits to the police he lied, and that Abe and Tez stabbed him. It's unknown what happened but it presumed he was charged with perverting the course of justice.
After David got let out of prison, Billy tells him Josh was charged with another count of rape against him, leaving David relieved.
Josh went on trial for his rape on 3 January 2020, David was left nervous because Shona was not there to support him since she is in a coma, David manages to testify against Josh.
On 8 January 2020, Josh was found guilty of raping David and the other people and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Rosemary Piper
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Rosemary Piper, played by
Sophie Thompson
Sophie Thompson (born 20 January 1962) is a British actress who has worked in film, television and theatre. A six-time Olivier Award nominee, she won the 1999 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for the London revival of ''Into the Woods' ...
, made her first appearance on 12 March 2018. The character and Thompson's casting details were announced on 18 January 2018.
Rosemary is a
psychic medium, who tells
Audrey Roberts
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(
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), '' The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, '' Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), ...
) that she has been in contact with her late husband
Alf Roberts
Alfred Sidney "Alf" Roberts, OBE is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Bryan Mosley. He ran a grocery shop at No. 15 and was involved in local politics, including two spells as mayor of ...
(
Bryan Mosley
Bryan Mosley (25 August 1931 – 9 February 1999) was a British actor, best known for his role as grocer Alf Roberts in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
Mosley was born in Leeds, an only child, to Agnes Basquil ...
). Audrey's daughter Gail is unconvinced, but Rosemary tells her that she has also received messages from Gail's former, deceased husbands, including
Richard Hillman
Richard Charles Hillman is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Brian Capron. He first appeared on 20 June 2001 and became the show's main antagonist until his eventual departure on 14 March 2 ...
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Brian Capron
Brian Capron (born 11 February 1947) is an English actor who trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
He is best known for his role as serial killer, Richard Hillman, in the long-running ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', ...
).
Of Thompson's casting, a show spokesperson stated, "Sophie is perfect for the role of Rosemary and we are excited she is joining the cast and working alongside Helen and Sue. Gail and Audrey are convinced she is getting messages from Alf and Gail's husbands. It remains to be seen if she is all she claims to be."
The character's storyline was nominated for "Most Bizarre Soap Storyline" at the 2018 ''
Digital Spy'' Reader Awards; it came in ninth place with 2.5% of the total votes.
Rosemary first appears when she books a hair appointment at
Audrey's Salon. She claims that a former client of Audrey's, who recently died, recommended the salon. It emerges that Rosemary is conspiring with
Lewis Archer
Lewis Archer is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Nigel Havers. The character was created and introduced as a love interest for Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls). Executive producer Kim Crowther revea ...
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Nigel Havers
Nigel Allan Havers (born 6 November 1951) is an English actor. His film roles include Lord Andrew Lindsay in the 1981 British film ''Chariots of Fire'', which earned him a BAFTA nomination; as Dr. Rawlins in the 1987 Steven Spielberg war dram ...
) in a scheme against Gail, which
Roy Cropper
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(
David Neilson
David Neilson (born 13 March 1949) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as cafe owner Roy Cropper in the long running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', which he has played since 1995.
Early life
Neilson was born in Loughbo ...
) and
Cathy Matthews
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(
Melanie Hill
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) become targets of too.
Tyler Jefferies
Tyler Jefferies, played by Will Barnett, made his first appearance on 22 March 2018.
Tyler is a school friend of
Simon Barlow
Simon Barlow is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and has been played by Alex Bain since 2008. The character was originally played by twins, Jake and Oscar Hartley, on his birth in 2003. Simon is the s ...
(
Alex Bain) who is involved in a gang. Barnett described Tyler as "
omeone whohas no respect for authority and just likes to cause trouble" and on his casting stated "I am super excited about my Corrie debut, we are having family and friends around to our house to celebrate this new chapter in my life."
In December 2018, it was revealed that Tyler would become a teenage father with Simon's cousin
Amy Barlow
Amy Barlow (also Patience Cropper and Amy McDonald) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Elle Mulvaney. She was born on screen during the episode broadcast on 9 February 2004. To date, ...
(
Elle Mulvaney
Elle Jade Mulvaney (born 1 October 2002) is an English actress who has played the role of Amy Barlow in ITV soap opera
A soap opera, or ''soap'' for short, is a typically long-running radio or television serial, frequently characterized by ...
).
Tyler and his gang become friends with Simon and have a negative effect on his behaviour. The gang mugs
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
(
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), '' The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, '' Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), ...
), which Simon later brags to Tyler about regarding his involvement. Tyler and his gang continue to loiter around the street. When
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''C ...
) advises Simon to leave the gang, Tyler threatens her. Tyler and Simon throw a brick through a car windscreen, steal alcohol from the local shop and
play truant. Tyler is disgusted when Simon sends a text from Tyler's mobile to
Summer Spellman (Matilda Freeman) suggesting that Tyler wants to date her. He warns him to never use his phone again. A few months later, Tyler and Simon discover that pensioner Flora McArdle (
Eileen Davies
Eileen Davies (born 23 September 1948) is an English actress, nominated for ''best supporting actress'' at the British Independent Film Awards 2012 for her performance in the film Sightseers, her roles have included “Flora McArdle” in t ...
) has inherited a large sum of money and decide to rob her flat while she is out. As they do, Flora returns. Tyler knocks her unconscious. Simon confesses his and Tyler's involvement to the police, who arrest Tyler. After the confession, Tyler gives repeatedly threatens Simon and poisons the family dog, Eccles. Simon unsuccessfully testifies against Tyler in court, although Tyler receives a custodial sentence after posting a video online bragging about getting away with his crimes and insulting the judge. Tyler's friends continue to harass Simon until Simon's father
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne) speaks to Tyler's mother,
Vicky (Kerri Quinn) about it.
Mike Thornberry
Mike Thornberry, portrayed by
Louis Emerick
Louis Emerick Grant (born 10 June 1960) is a British television actor.
Biography
He was born in the Toxteth area of Liverpool to a Liberian father and British mother. He is the youngest of ten children. He is best known for his portrayal of Mic ...
, made his first appearance on 28 March 2018.
The character and Emerick's casting details were announced on 27 January 2018.
Emerick began filming on 31 January. Mike is a love interest for
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to lea ...
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Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in '' Two P ...
) and a former school teacher of Liz's son,
Steve McDonald (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has re ...
).
Emerick signed a three-month contract with ''Coronation Street''.
Emerick expressed his delight at joining the show. He commented, "To say I'm chuffed is the biggest understatement ever!"
Emerick previously appeared in the soap in 1986 as a delivery man.
Mike arrives to ask Steve for a job at his taxi firm, StreetCars, which he agrees to. Alison Slade of ''
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'' reported that Steve thinks that "there's some fun to be had in being his teacher's boss."
Mike tries to win the attraction of Liz, which Steve dislikes.
On 24 April 2018, it was confirmed that his contract would not be renewed at its conclusion, but he had not finished filming yet.
When the announcement received criticism, Emerick defended the news, stating that he was aware of the length of his contract when he joined. He confirmed that he would not be
killed off
The killing off of a character is a device in fiction, whereby a character dies, but the story continues. The term, frequently applied to television, film, video game, anime, manga and chronological series, often denotes an untimely or unexpected ...
. Mike made his final appearance on 29 June 2018 after his relationship with Liz.
On 22 August, it was announced that Emerick would return to the series in December, following a positive response to his character during his initial stint. Chris Edwards of ''Digital Spy'' reported that Mike returns because he has "unfinished business" with Liz.
Geoff Metcalfe
Geoff Metcalfe, portrayed by
Ian Bartholomew
Ian Bartholomew (born 23 August 1954) is a British actor and musician from Portsmouth, England who has worked widely in both theatre and television. In March 2018, Bartholomew joined the cast of ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', as Geoff ...
, made his first appearance on 28 March 2018.
The character was announced on 22 March 2018,
while Bartholomew's casting details were announced after the episode's transmission.
Lindsay revealed that Geoff would already have relatives on the show, but did not confirm who they were.
After the broadcast of his first episode, Daniel Kilkelly of ''
Digital Spy'' wondered whether he could be related to established character
Tim Metcalfe (
Joe Duttine
Joe Duttine, sometimes credited as Jo Duttine (born 30 June 1970), is an English film, theatre and television actor. He currently plays Tim Metcalfe in '' Coronation Street''. He is also known for his role in '' Shameless'' as Cameron Donnell ...
).
Tim sends Faye to live with Geoff because he fears for her safety with
Pat Phelan (
Connor McIntyre
Connor McIntyre (born 30 November 1960) is an English actor, best known for playing Pat Phelan in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'' from 2013 to 2014 and again from 2016 to 2018, but has also had large roles in TV shows such as '' ...
) creating trouble for Faye's family. On 30 March, it was revealed that Geoff is the father of Tim when he visited Tim's wife,
Sally Metcalfe
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Sally Dynevor. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 27 January 1986, when Kevi ...
(
Sally Dynevor
Sally Jane Dynevor (née Whittaker; born 30 May 1963) is a British actress, she is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', which she has played since 1986. In 2022, Dynevor competed in the fourt ...
) and Tim's daughter,
Faye Windass
Faye Windass (also Butler) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Ellie Leach. She was introduced as a potential adoptive child for Anna (Debbie Rush) and Eddie Windass (Steve Huison) in ...
(
Ellie Leach
Ellie Louise Leach (born 15 March 2001) is an English actress who portrays the role of Faye Windass on the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street.''
Early and personal life
Leach was born in Bury, Greater Manchester and she has a younger siste ...
). Producers kept Geoff's identity a secret until the episode's transmission.
Geoff was introduced as a love interest for
Audrey Roberts
Audrey Roberts (also Potter) is a fictional character from the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sue Nicholls. Audrey made her first appearance on 16 April 1979 and appeared on a recurring basis for three years until April 1982. ...
(
Sue Nicholls
Susan Frances Harmar Nicholls (born 23 November 1943) is an English actress, known for her roles on British television in ''Crossroads'' (1964–1968), '' The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'' (1976–1979) and, '' Rentaghost'' (1981–1984), ...
) and the DJ at Weatherfield General's radio station.
Duncan Lindsay of the ''
Metro
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Geography
* Metro (city), a city in Indonesia
* A metropolitan area, the populated region including and surrounding an urban center
Public transport
* Rapid transit, a passenger railway in an urb ...
'' described Geoff as "dashing".
Geoff meets Audrey and
Rita Tanner (
Barbara Knox
Barbara Knox, MBE (''née'' Brothwood, formerly Mullaney; born 30 September 1933) is an English actress, best known for her long-running portrayal of Rita Tanner in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She first appeared as Rita Littlewo ...
) at the hospital after Audrey is admitted to the hospital and they mistake Geoff for a doctor.
Geoff dedicates a song on his radio station to Audrey and he asks Audrey to join him on his radio show.
Lindsay (''Metro'') reported that Geoff and Audrey would "have a laugh together" after she becomes locked in the radio studio.
Geoff later meets and eventually marries Yasmeen Nazir.
In 2019, Geoff began controlling Yasmeen. In 2020, Yasmeen eventually fights back and hits Geoff over the head with a wine bottle before stabbing him in the neck with it. Geoff survives and claims to others that Yasmeen was the abuser in their relationship. Tim and Faye initially supported Geoff, but later turned against him after seeing footage of him abusing Yasmeen and tell him that they want nothing to do with him anymore.
At Yasmeen's trial, Geoff attempted to paint her as a violent alcoholic, who attacked him unprovoked. It is also revealed that
Elaine (
Paula Wilcox
Paula Wilcox (born 13 December 1949) is an English actress. With a career spanning over 50 years, she is best known for her role as Chrissy in the popular ITV sitcom ''Man About The House'' from 1973 to 1976. She has also had roles in TV shows ...
), Tim’s mother, is alive, after she reads the notice of the trial, and that she too ran away from Geoff and their son after he abused her. He attempted to silence Elaine, into not giving evidence at the trial. However, this failed and Elaine came to court and gave her evidence where she said that after leaving Geoff, she tried to retrieve a then infant Tim, but Geoff had warned her off by threatening to kill Tim. Yasmeen's defence Imran also showed footage of Geoff arriving at the hospital where Elaine was to threaten her. Despite Geoff's attempts to claim that he had actually been visiting patients at the hospital, the jury finds Yasmeen not guilty with Geoff calling the trial "a farce".
Geoff later arrives at Yasmeen's flat and attempts to convince her to sell him her share of their home so that he can start a new life with Christine, his new love interest. Yasmeen agrees on the condition that she can visit their home and collect some photographs of her family. Geoff agrees. Later Geoff attacks Alya at Speed Dhal and leaves her unconscious, he then returns to the house where Yasmeen is and sets fire to the photographs she has collected. To escape the flames and smoke Yasmeen flees into the loft and climbs onto the roof. Geoff follows her, threatening to push her off. Alya appears trying to aide Yasmeen, who berates Geoff and he slides down the roof. When Yasmeen casts him her scarf, Geoff fails to grab it in time and falls off the roof to his death.
In 2022, he made a guest appearance in one of Yasmeen's nightmares.
Emma Brooker
Emma Brooker, portrayed by
Alexandra Mardell
Alexandra Mardell (born 27 July 1993) is an English actress, known for portraying the role of Emma Brooker in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. For her portrayal of the role, she won the British Soap Award for Best Newcomer, and was n ...
, made her first appearance on 20 April 2018.
Kayla Clifton
Kayla Clifton (also credited as Kayla Westbrook), portrayed by Mollie Winnard, made her first appearance on 27 April 2018. The character and Winnard's casting details were announced on 21 March 2018.
Kayla is an employee at
Zeedan Nazir
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2014, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn. Shar ...
's (
Qasim Akhtar
Qasim Akhtar (born 8 June 1991) is an English actor, known for his roles as Chesney Karib in the Channel 4 comedy drama '' Shameless'' and Zeedan Nazir in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''.
Career
Akhtar appeared in ''Mischief Night'' ...
) restaurant, Speed Daal.
Alison Slade of ''
What's on TV
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Overview
''What's on TV'' is a weekly UK television magazine. It publishes features, TV listings, news and gossip from soap operas, as well as puzzles and compet ...
'' reported that Kayla would create problems for
Bethany Platt
Bethany Platt is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 4 June 2000. She was played by Mia Cookson in 2000 and by twins Amy and Emily Walton from 2000 ...
(
Lucy Fallon
Lucy Fallon (born 13 November 1995) is an English actress. She played Bethany Platt in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' (2015–2020). The role has earned her widespread recognition and several accolades, including two British Soap A ...
) and
Craig Tinker __NOTOC__
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*Craig (landform), a rocky hill or mountain often having large casims or sharp intentations.
People (and fictional characters)
* Craig (surname)
* Craig (given name)
Places
Scotland
* Craig, Angus, aka Barony ...
(Colson Smith).
On 27 July 2018, it was confirmed that Winnard had made her final appearance as Kayla. A show spokesperson stated that Kayla could return in the future though. In October 2018, Winnard won the "Best Bad Girl" accolade for her role as Kayla at the
''Inside Soap'' Awards. For her portrayal of Kayla, Winnard was nominated for Best Soap Newcomer at the 2018 ''
Digital Spy'' Reader Awards; she came in eleventh place with 2.1% of the total votes.
On 6 May 2018, it was reported that Kayla is the daughter of
Neil Clifton
'' Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in 2017, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer Kate Oates. The first nota ...
(
Ben Cartwright), who was involved in Bethany's grooming storyline in 2017. Kayla keeps her identity a secret, suggesting that she could seek revenge on Bethany and Craig, who helped convict Neil.
Kayla gives Craig her phone number, upsetting Bethany. It was reported that Bethany would suffer flashbacks of her encounters with Neil and would struggle to move on after being faced with "a daily reminder of the horror of what she's been through."
Susie Price
Susie Price (also Barlow) made her first appearance on 30 April 2018. She is portrayed by two sets of twins, girls Lexi and Liberty and boys Eddison and Isaac. Susie is the daughter of
Eva Price
Eva Price is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Catherine Tyldesley, her character and casting was announced in May 2011 and she made her first appearance on screen on 17 June 2011. Eva was in ...
(
Catherine Tyldesley
Catherine Tyldesley (born 17 September 1983) is an English actress, comedian and model known for her roles as Iris Moss in the BBC drama ''Lilies'', Eva Price on the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' from 2011 to 2018 and Karen Norris in ...
) and
Aidan Connor
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(
Shayne Ward
Shayne Thomas Ward (born 16 October 1984) is an English actor and singer. He rose to fame as the winner of the second series of ''The X Factor''. His debut single, "That's My Goal", was released in the United Kingdom on 21 December 2005 an ...
), although
Toyah Battersby
Toyah Habeeb (also Battersby) is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Georgia Taylor. Toyah and her family were introduced to the serial by executive producer Brian Park in a bid to increase falling ...
(
Georgia Taylor
Georgia Taylor (born Claire Jackson; 26 February 1980) is an English actress. Her TV roles include Toyah Battersby in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' (1997–2003, 2016–present), Ruth Winters in the BBC One medical drama series ' ...
) agrees to raise her after Eva decides she does not want a child. On Toyah's plan to raise Eva's baby, Taylor said it "seems to come out of the blue" in a "split second", with Toyah figuring out how it can work, but it is "tiptoed around in previous conversations." Tyldesley and Taylor spent eight hours filming the labour scenes. Tyldesley used her own experiences to portray the scenes and said that she "felt like I'd given birth".
Tyldesley explained that Eva is scared when she goes into labour alone and after Susie is born, she tries to avoid bonding with her at risk of establishing a connection with her. However, Tyldesley pointed out that when Eva holds Susie, she "fall
in love with her".
When the surrogate mother carrying a baby for Toyah and
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne) miscarries, Eva agrees to hand her unborn daughter to Toyah, under the pretence that the baby is the surrogate's. Eva gives birth in a cottage in
Lymm
Lymm is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Warrington, Cheshire, England, which incorporates the hamlets of Booths Hill, Broomedge, Church Green, Deansgreen, Heatley, Heatley Heath, Little Heatley, Oughtrington, Reddish, Rushgreen and ...
with the help of Toyah and the baby is named Susie after Peter's late twin sister,
Susan Barlow (
Joanna Foster
Joanna Foster is a British actress active in theatre and television since 1978. On stage she created roles in the world premieres of Andrew Davies's ''Diary of A Desperate Woman'' (1979), Anthony Burgess's '' The Eve of Saint Venus'' (1979), and ...
). Toyah finds pictures that Eva had taken with Susie, but Eva insists Toyah is her mother and Toyah later returns to Weatherfield with Susie.
Paul Foreman
Paul Foreman, portrayed by
Peter Ash
Peter Ash (born 4 February 1985) is an English actor from Newton Heath, Greater Manchester who has starred in British television series such as '' Casualty'', ''Footballers' Wives'', ''Hollyoaks '' and ''Coronation Street''.
Early life
He atte ...
, initially appeared for a few episodes in May 2018, before returning on 1 January 2019. Paul was initially introduced as the cellmate of
David Platt
David Andrew Platt (born 10 June 1966) is an English former professional football coach and player, who played as a midfielder.
Born in Chadderton, Lancashire, Platt began his career as an apprentice at Manchester United before moving to Crewe ...
(
Jack P. Shepherd) while he is in prison for attacking
Gary Windass
Gary Windass is a fictional character from the British soap opera '' Coronation Street'', portrayed by Mikey North. He made his first appearance on November 14, 2008, the same episode where his parents Eddie (Steve Huison) and Anna Windass (De ...
(
Mikey North
Michael "Mikey" North (born 27 September 1986) is an English actor best known for his role as Gary Windass in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 2008.
Early life
North was born in the Cayton area of Scarborough and began acting ...
). On his return, it was revealed he is the twin brother of
Gemma Winter
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2014, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn. Shar ...
(Dolly-Rose Campbell).
Paul is first seen greeting David in prison who was reluctant to share with another man following his ordeal with
Josh Tucker
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in 2018, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by series producer Kate Oates or her successor ...
(Ryan Clayton). David warned Paul to stay away from him and later lashed out and pinned him to a wall as Paul gently tried to wake him up. David later apologised to Paul and admitted that he could do with a mate inside, but Paul informed him that there were no 'mates' in prison and that he would have to learn to fend for himself.
On New Year's Day 2019, Paul arrives in Weatherfield and asks for help from David in finding him a job. David puts him in contact with
Billy Mayhew
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2014, by order of first appearance. All characters were introduced by series producer Stuart Blackburn. Shar ...
(
Daniel Brocklebank
Daniel Brocklebank (born 21 December 1979) is a British actor, best known for portraying the roles of Ivan Jones in the ITV soap opera ''Emmerdale'' (2005–2006), and Billy Mayhew in ITV's other long-running soap ''Coronation Street'' (2014 ...
) who helps him get a job with
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''C ...
) at Underworld. Paul's twin sister Gemma is upset about his reappearance. Her attempts to get him fired are unsuccessful and Paul takes delight in winding her up. It is later revealed that Paul took the blame for Gemma accidentally causing the death of an old woman in a home robbery and spent some time in prison as a result.
Paul's cheeky and cheerful nature endear him to the Weatherfield residents. He flirts with Billy and they share a passionate kiss. Billy thinks it's the start of a new relationship but is dismayed to see Paul on a date in someone else. Paul later deletes his dating app and indicates that he is ready for a committed relationship and begins dating Billy. He mends his relationship with Gemma when they work together to steal back a necklace that Paul had stolen from a church yard sale. His romance with Billy later comes to an end when they conflict over Paul's petty crimes and Billy falsely suspecting Paul of mugging
Sean Tully
Sean Tully is a fictional character from the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Antony Cotton. He made his first appearance during the episode broadcast on 13 July 2003. Following that appearance, the character returned full-t ...
(
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton (born Antony Dunn; 5 August 1975) is an English actor, known for portraying the role of Sean Tully in ''Coronation Street'', as well as portraying Alexander Perry in the original ''Queer as Folk'' series. In 2007, Cotton hosted ...
). He is one of the protesters in Underworld when the roof collapses though he survives. Paul and Rita are present when Gemma learns that she is pregnant by her boyfriend
Chesney Brown
Chesney Brown (also Battersby-Brown) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', played by Sam Aston. He made his first on-screen appearance on 10 November 2003. The character is named after the singer, Ches ...
(
Sam Aston
Samuel David Aston (born 7 June 1993) is an English actor, who has portrayed the role of Chesney Brown on the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' since 2003.
Career
Aston made his television debut at the age of five, as an extra in ''Eddi ...
) and he counsels her to be honest with him about the baby and stay in Weatherfield to raise the child. It takes some time but Gemma agrees and she and Chesney prepare for the birth of their child, later revealed to actually be quadruplets.
Paul and Gemma's mother
Bernie (
Jane Hazelgrove) arrives in the summer after learning of Gemma's pregnancy. Paul wants nothing to do with Bernie or her frequent cash scams and is angered when she and Gemma repair their relationship. Bernie and Paul spend much of their time arguing with each other even as Bernie tries to reunite their family. He is shocked when Bernie reconnects with her old boyfriend Kel (Joseph Hinchley) who last saw the family when Gemma and Paul were fourteen. Paul's reaction to Kel raises Billy's suspicions but Billy's attempts to get Paul to open up are angrily rebuffed. Billy suspects, and Paul later confirms, that Kel groomed and sexually abused a teenaged Paul. Paul insists that it was consensual over Billy's objections that it was abuse. He talks to Kel about the past and they have a confrontation in the alley that leads to Kel being knocked out when Paul realizes he was abused.
For his performance in ''Coronation Street'', Peter Ash won Best Newcomer at the 2020 UK National Television Awards. He beat out ''
Hollyoaks
''Hollyoaks'' is a British soap opera which began airing on Channel 4 on 23 October 1995. It was created by Phil Redmond, who had previously conceived the soap opera '' Brookside''. Since 2005, episodes have been aired on sister channel E4 a ...
''
' Imran Adams (
Mitchell Devereaux),
''Casualty'''s Jack Nolan (Will Noble), ''
Emmerdale
''Emmerdale'' (known as ''Emmerdale Farm'' until 1989) is a British soap opera that is broadcast on ITV1. The show is set in Emmerdale (known as Beckindale until 1994), a fictional village in the Yorkshire Dales. Created by Kevin Laffan, ...
''
's Jurell Carter (Nate Robinson), and ''
EastEnders''
'
Max Bowden
Max Bowden (born 31 December 1994) is an English actor. He is best known for his roles as Justin Fitzgerald in the BBC One school-based drama series '' Waterloo Road'', and his portrayal of Ben Mitchell in the BBC soap opera ''EastEnders''.
Ca ...
(
Ben Mitchell).
Mr Fitzgerald
Mr Fitzgerald, portrayed by Adam Weafer, appeared in two episodes first broadcast on 16 July 2018.
Mikie O'Loughlin of ''RSVP Live'' reported on 28 June 2018 that Weafer would guest star in the show as a teacher. On the role, Weafer told Siobhan O'Connor of the ''
Irish Mirror
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'', "It's only a couple of episodes and it's got a mad ending to it."
The actor was invited to audition for the role and was surprised to discover he was successful.
Weafer filmed for the role across one week and enjoyed the process. He had hoped to reprise the role in the future and opined that it would be good to introduce a new Irish character to the soap opera.
Dianne Bourne of the ''
Manchester Evening News
The ''Manchester Evening News'' (''MEN'') is a regional daily newspaper covering Greater Manchester in North West England, founded in 1868. It is published Monday–Saturday; a Sunday edition, the ''MEN on Sunday'', was launched in February 20 ...
'' described the character as "dodgy" and said that he "caused a stir among viewers".
Mr Fitzgerald is a teacher at local secondary school, Weatherfield High School. He drops off a van for repair at mechanics garage, Webster's Autos. Mechanic
Abi Franklin (
Sally Carman
Sally Carman-Duttine is an English actress. She is known for portraying the roles of Kelly Maguire in the Channel 4 comedy-drama series '' Shameless'' (2005–2013), and Abi Franklin in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' (2017–presen ...
) discovers drugs in the glove compartment of the van and informs the police. They arrive at the garage as Mr Fitzgerald comes to collect the van; he is arrested for drug possession.
Paula Martin
Paula Martin, portrayed by
Stirling Gallacher, made her first appearance on 17 August 2018.
The character was originally called Paula Cunliffe, although this was later changed.
At the time of the announcement, Gallacher had already begun filming. Paula is billed as a "hugely successful lawyer" and a childhood friend of
Sally Metcalfe
Sally Metcalfe (also Seddon and Webster) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', portrayed by Sally Dynevor. The character first appeared on-screen during the episode airing on 27 January 1986, when Kevi ...
(
Sally Dynevor
Sally Jane Dynevor (née Whittaker; born 30 May 1963) is a British actress, she is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'', which she has played since 1986. In 2022, Dynevor competed in the fourt ...
) and
Gina Seddon
''Coronation Street'' is a British soap opera, initially produced by Granada Television. Created by writer Tony Warren, ''Coronation Street'' first broadcast on ITV on 9 December 1960. The following is a list of characters introduced in the s ...
(
Connie Hyde
Connie Skov Hyde (born 15 November 1969) is an English actress.
Hyde was born to an English father and Danish mother. She grew up in Haslingden in Rossendale, Lancashire.
She is best known for playing PC Cathy Bradford in ''The Bill'' from 2 ...
). Paula is introduced when Sally asks for her help after being conned by a fraudster.
Dynevor explained that Sally disliked Paula as a child and bullied her because she was "popular" and "the real pretty girl".
She added that Paula would get along with Sally and Gina when they reunite and that they would be seen "laughing, getting drunk and reminiscing about old times".
Daniel Kilkelly of ''Digital Spy'' liked Paula's introduction and described her first scenes as "hilariously snobby". Dynevor told Kilkelly that when Paula becomes romantically involved with Sophie, her friendship with Sally is ruined.
At New Year's Eve 2019, Paula sleeps with
Tracy Barlow
Tracy Lynette McDonald (also Barlow, Preston, Cropper and Langton) is a fictional character and a main antagonist from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. She was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 24 January 1977. ...
(
Kate Ford
Kate Ford (born 29 December 1976) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayal of Tracy Barlow in the ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' (2002–2007, 2010–present).
Ford was born in Salford, Greater Manchester. She attended Qu ...
).
Hannah Gilmore
Hannah Gilmore (also Moorside), portrayed by Hannah Ellis Ryan, made her first appearance in the episode first broadcast on 7 September 2018. The character was first referenced in January 1992 when she was born prematurely off-screen to
Liz McDonald
Elizabeth 'Liz' McDonald (also Greenwood and Tomlin) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She is portrayed by Beverley Callard. She made her first appearance on 27 October 1989. Callard opted to lea ...
(
Beverley Callard
Beverley Jane McEwan (''née'' Moxon; previously Atkinson, Sowden and Callard; born 28 March 1957) is an English actress, known for her role as Liz McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and Flo Henshaw in '' Two P ...
) and
Jim McDonald (
Charles Lawson
Quintin Charles Devenish "Charlie" Lawson (born 17 September 1959) is an actor, from Northern Ireland, who is best known for playing Jim McDonald on the long-running ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street''.
Early life and education
Lawson was b ...
) and died shortly afterwards.
It was announced on 16 July 2018 that the character would appear in the series, twenty-six years after her supposed death.
It was reported that Liz would discover that there had been an error made at the hospital and that Katie had survived, before being adopted and moved to Australia. Then, when she was 18, Katie began looking for her parents, finding Jim through his military records.
The twist will "turn Liz's world upside down" as she struggles to cope with the news.
The casting of Australian actress Ellis Ryan was announced on 18 July.
On her casting, a show spokesperson commented, "They've cleverly cast the role of Jim and Liz's daughter to a beautiful woman in the hope of making her the street's new resident fox." The introduction of Hannah was criticised by fans, who disliked that producers were rewriting the show's history. On 27 July, it was revealed that the character would be called Hannah, not Katie, having had her name changed after being adopted.
Episodes following the character's first appearance reveal that Hannah is not Katie McDonald and is working with Jim to scam Liz and their son,
Steve McDonald (
Simon Gregson
Simon Alan Gregory (born 2 October 1974), better known by his stage name, Simon Gregson, is an English actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Steve McDonald in the long-running ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'' since 1989. He has re ...
).
Lawson explained that Hannah visited Jim in prison and wanted to care for him, which he appreciated as he felt "abandoned". He added that the relationship is "a spooky one".
The actor revealed that Hannah is leading the scam and Jim regrets the plan as soon as he sees Liz again.
He also predicted that the storyline would be emotional.
Justin Harp of ''Digital Spy'' described Hannah and Jim's relationship as "disgusting".
The character's storyline won the accolade for "Most Bizarre Soap Storyline" at the 2018 ''
Digital Spy'' Reader Awards.
Hannah first appears when she meets with Jim McDonald. Liz and Jim meet for dinner, where he explains that a woman traced him through his Army records and revealed herself to be their daughter Katie. Jim then introduces Hannah to Liz as their daughter; Liz is shaken and tells Hannah to leave. Jim explains that there was a mix-up with the babies at the hospital and Katie was swapped with the baby of an Australian couple; Jim hands Liz the results of a DNA test and a photo of Hannah. In a conversation between Hannah and Jim, it emerges that they are in a relationship and they are planning to scam Liz and Steve as revenge for letting Jim reside in prison. In December 2018, she and Jim are arrested as a result of their scam, However, due to a lack of evidence and the fact that Liz handed her money over willingly they could not be charged and so were allowed to walk free.
Evelyn Plummer
Evelyn Plummer, portrayed by
Maureen Lipman
Dame Maureen Diane Lipman (born 10 May 1946) is an English actress, writer and comedian. She trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and her stage work has included appearances with the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespea ...
, made her first appearance on 12 September 2018. The character and Lipman's casting details were announced on 3 August 2018.
Evelyn is introduced as the grandmother of established character
Tyrone Dobbs
Tyrone Dobbs is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Alan Halsall, the character first appeared on screen during the episode airing on 30 November 1998 and is still a cast member over 20 year ...
(
Alan Halsall
Alan David Halsall (born 11 August 1982) is an English actor, best known for portraying the role of Tyrone Dobbs in ''Coronation Street'', a role he has played since 1998.
Early life
Halsall was brought up in Walkden, Salford and attended Wal ...
). The character is billed as an "outspoken battleaxe" and a "nuisance".
Producer Iain MacLeod described her as "eye-wateringly withering",
while Lipman described the character as a "nasty" person and a "monster".
The actress also called Evelyn "unpleasant and mean" and a "stroppy cow".
Chris Riches of the ''
Daily Express'' reported that Evelyn would "ruffle a few feathers on the Street".
Lipman had previously appeared in the soap as
Lillian Spencer in 2002.
The actress decided to join the cast after receiving a "sign" from her dead husband, former ''Coronation Street'' writer
Jack Rosenthal
Jack Morris Rosenthal (8 September 1931 – 29 May 2004) was an English playwright. He wrote 129 early episodes of the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street'' and over 150 screenplays, including original TV plays, feature films, and adaptations. ...
, that she should accept the role of Evelyn.
Evelyn arrives after Tyrone researches his family history following the death of his mother,
Jackie Dobbs (
Margi Clarke
Margi Clarke (born 25 May 1954) is an English actress and radio and television presenter. She had a leading role in the film ''Letter to Brezhnev'' (1985), a low-budget film which had an international release. Later, Clarke played Jackie Dobbs ...
). Evelyn then moves into Tyrone and his partner
Fiz Stape's (
Jennie McAlpine
Jennie Elizabeth McAlpine (born 12 February 1984) is an English television actress, comedian and businesswoman. She is known for her role as Fiz Brown in the ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. She also took part in the seventeenth series o ...
) house, "
astingno time in making herself comfortable."
MacLeod said that he was "beyond thrilled" to introduce the character and believed that she would "add a fresh dollop of northern humour to the show as she turns Tyrone and Fiz's lives upside down".
Advanced spoilers for the character's introduction explained that after rejecting Tyrone, he discovers that she is being evicted and has nowhere to stay. She visits Weatherfield and after conning
Dev Alahan
Dev Alahan is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street''. Portrayed by Jimmi Harkishin, the character's first appearance was broadcast on 10 November 1999. He is the ex-husband of Sunita ( Shobna Gulati) and ...
(
Jimmi Harkishin
James "Jimmi" Harkishin (born Rajan Harkishindas; 19 March 1965) is an English actor best known for his role as shopkeeper Dev Alahan in ''Coronation Street'', which he has played continuously since 10 November 1999. He also played Ranjit in t ...
) and spending time in the
Rovers Return Inn
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The Rovers Return occupies a corner of the fictional Coronation Street and Rosamund Street set location in the show. The pub was built by ...
pub, she agrees to move into Tyrone and Fiz's home.
In an interview with Claire Crick of ''
What's on TV
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'', Lipman revealed that Evelyn would clash with Tyrone's partner, Fiz, leading to McAlpine's temporary exit from the show. The actress explained that Evelyn's "boorish behaviour" would cause Fiz to leave.
Lipman also spoke about Evelyn's relationship with Tyrone, stating that it was "prickly".
Tyrone is Evelyn's only remaining family member and he helps her when she has nobody else, but she refuses to appreciate his efforts. Lipman commented, "Tyrone's a darling and she just comes along and wrecks everything."
Despite Evelyn's brash manner, Lipman believed that her character was redeemable and hoped that writers would include some kinder traits in Evelyn.
Vicky Jefferies
Vicky Jefferies, portrayed by Kerri Quinn, made her first appearance on 17 September 2018. Vicky is introduced as the mother of
Tyler Jefferies (Will Barnett), a young gang leader. Vicky features in a storyline with
Peter Barlow (
Chris Gascoyne) following a rivalry between Tyler and Peter's son,
Simon Barlow
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(
Alex Bain). Quinn told Ivan Little of the ''
Belfast Telegraph'' that Vicky would "kick up a storm" when she appears.
Vicky will appear in 10 episodes with the possibility to extend this.
Producers asked Quinn to keep her
Belfast
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accent for the role.
Quinn temporarily moved to
Manchester
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, where the show is filmed, from
Northern Ireland
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to film for the role. Quinn was offered the role after she impressed producers during several meetings for another character which she did not get.
Elsa Tilsley
Elsa Tilsley, portrayed by
Kelly Harrison
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, made her first appearance on 9 November 2018.
The character and Harrison's casting details were announced on 30 October 2018.
She is introduced as the secret wife of
Nick Tilsley
Nick Tilsley (also Platt) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera ''Coronation Street''. He was born off screen during an episode broadcast on 31 December 1980, but made his first appearance on 5 January 1981. He was played b ...
(
Ben Price).
Elsa comes to Weatherfield looking for Nick after he claimed that his mother,
Gail Rodwell (
Helen Worth
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) was seriously ill. Upon finding her, Nick tells her he wants a divorce. Elsa later sees
Carla Connor
Carla Barlow (also Connor and Gordon) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Alison King. She made her first appearance on screen during the episode airing on 1 December 2006 and introduced ...
(
Alison King
Alison Rosamund King (born 3 March 1973) is an English actress and model. She is known for her roles as Lynda Block in the Sky One drama series ''Dream Team'' (1998–2003, 2005–2007), and Carla Connor in the long-running ITV soap opera ''C ...
) in Nick's car and accuses her of having an affair with him. Carla tells Elsa that she is simply Nick's business partner and he has invested in her company, Underworld. She finds out that Nick has been sleeping with
Leanne Battersby
Leanne Battersby (also Tilsley and Barlow) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera '' Coronation Street'', played by Jane Danson. It was announced in February 1997 that a "family from hell" would be introduced to ''Coronation ...
(
Jane Danson
Jane Danson (born Jane Elizabeth Dawson, 8 November 1978) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayal of Leanne Battersby in the ITV soap opera, ''Coronation Street'', between 1997 and 2000, and from 2004 onwards. Her other televisio ...
) and as Elsa wants revenge, Carla offers her Nick's share of Underworld. Elsa later agrees to divorce Nick as long as he returns all of the money he stole. Nick returns her money after he robs his own grandmother,
Audrey Roberts
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(
Sue Nicholls
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). However, after she sees an online post by Leanne showing a piece of jewellery that Nick had bought her, she returns to Weatherfield and puts their divorce on hold.
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