Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw actor shocks fans after they hear his real accent
Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw actor shocks fans after they hear his real accent
Coronation Street fans have been left stunned after hearing Todd Grimshaw actor Gareth Pierce's real voice for the first time - and they can't believe they never knew
Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw actor shocks fans after they hear his real accent
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Coronation Street viewers were taken aback upon hearing the real voice of Gareth Pierce, who portrays Todd Grimshaw, for the first time.
The actor made his first appearance on the soap in 2020, taking over from Bruno Langley, who had portrayed Todd since 2001.
Over the years, Todd has been embroiled in numerous major storylines. From surprising failed romances to numerous feuds, his tenure on the cobbles has been anything but drama-free.
Particularly this year, when he began a romance with Silverton (James Cartwright). However, it was later revealed that Theo was married to Danielle (Natalie Anderson) and they had two children.
Gareth has played Todd since 2020
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In addition, Todd's beloved aunt Julie (Katy Cavanagh) recently passed away after a battle with cancer. Julie returned to the soap earlier this year after a 25-year absence as part of Eileen's (Sue Cleaver) exit storyline, reports Leicestershire Live.
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However, following Julie's death, in a shocking twist, Todd's mother Eileen was questioned about her death and is now under investigation for her murder.
Besides Corrie, actor Gareth has appeared in a variety of other television programmes over the years. His CV includes roles in Mr Selfridge, Ordinary Lies and Hollyoaks.
He has become firm favourite
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Gareth also featured in Doctor Who: The Doctors Revisited, where he provided narration for all 11 episodes. He played bad boy Lenny Mack in Ruth Jones' Sky comedy drama, Stella, from 2013 to 2014.
However, soap fans have recently been left stunned after hearing his real voice for the first time.
His real accent has shocked fans
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At the 2024 NTAs, Welsh actor Gareth left fans astounded by conducting an interview in Welsh. One admirer exclaimed in the comments: "Well that's impressive!".
Another was taken aback, commenting: "Ok, I did not know you were Welsh and l've met you." A third fan expressed admiration: "Colour me impressed! Huge fan of your work."
A fellow supporter echoed the sentiment, saying: "That's impressive but you are an impressive actor mate and smashed it as Todd keep up the great work."
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Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX
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