Coronation Street fans slam obnoxious character on ITV show
Lou Michaelis, played by Farrel Hegarty, has been dubbed "nasty" and "rude" by viewers with many also criticising the "dire" writing of her character.
Taking to the Reddit page for Coronation Street, one fan of the ITV show penned: "She is very unlikable and her behaviour has been obnoxious.
"The writers must think they have our emotions in their bag and can easily manipulate our response to any character.
"First she had a bad in your face barking personality and stole booze from the hair salon.
"Now she has Gary on her side promoting a supposedly sympathetic person who is, wait for it, a victim."
Many viewers agreed with this assesment, with one person writing: "Exactly... She has been nasty... Rude."
A third user said: "The actress is fine but the writing for her character is dire. This is Corrie now, characters change personality like the wind which makes it really hard for viewers to care."
However, some voiced support for her, with one fan telling the others: "I must admit since Mick went to prison she's somewhat grown on me.
"Showing a vulnerable side as opposed to being bolshie all the time.
"Although if she supports Mick after what he's done then she needs to go."
Lou Michaelis was introduced to the show in February and has since made waves in Weatherfield.
She is also the mother of Brody, Joanie and Shanice Michaelis.
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