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Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Coronation Street fans 'confused' as star suddenly recast after nearly 10 years
Coronation Street fans were left "confused" last night (July 14) after they realised a character had suddenly been recast in Weatherfield after nearly 10 years. Lily Platt, the daughter of David Platt (Jack P. Shepherd) and his late wife, Kylie (Paula Lane) has been a resident on the ITV soap since she was born in 2013. Until yesterday, the young character had been played by actress Brooke Malonie since 2016, but it's safe to say viewers were shocked to discover the new arrival. It comes as fans had noticed she was 'missing' from the cobbles in recent weeks. As of Monday, the role of Lily is now portrayed by Grace Ashcroft-Gardner. Making her debut, Lily is set to be at the centre of a 'dramatic' new storyline with her cousin Sam (Jude Riordan). The two youngsters will also be part of a storyline involving Mick Michaelis and his prison escape, reports Digital Spy. Baffled fans who were watching Monday's episode soon noticed there was a 'random' actress playing Lily, as someone posted on X, formerly Twitter: 'I was wondering who the random girl at the bus stop was... did anyone else know it was Lily Platt before she was seen running down a school corridor, or was that news to you all too?!!' Coronation Street recast Lily Platt #Corrie — Andrew McBride (@andrewmcb) July 14, 2025 Another joked: 'I was slightly confused for a minute by the random, never before seen child waiting at the bus stop but then realised that Lilly Platt has had a head transplant. #Corrie' This person wrote: 'They way #corrie just recast Lily Platt and didn't tell us so for half of today's episode I'm just sat there like who T* is this random child.' Recommended reading: Coronation Street fans slam 'awkward' relationship and tell stars to 'pack it in' Coronation Street legend 'nearly quit' after ITV bosses left him 'gutted' 'Useless' Coronation Street character set for return as fans cry 'not again' On Reddit, there was also discussion about Grace's debut as Lily, with viewers praising former Corrie star Brooke. One profile commented: 'I get the impression that Brooke maybe decided to leave going by her insta and new headshots up, could be wrong though! 'Couldn't fault her acting when she was in it. 'Best wishes to her whatever happened.'
The Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street viewers shocked by new character's ‘make-over' – as they only just realise she's been recast
CORONATION Street viewers have been left shocked by a character's 'make-over' - as they realise she's been recast. As of this week, a soap legend's on-screen daughter now has a brand new face. 4 4 4 Grace Ashcroft-Gardner has taken over the role of David Platt's daughter, Lily. The character was born to David and his late wife, Kylie, back in 2013. However, the recasting was not immediately obvious to all viewers - as they shared their thoughts online. One fan wrote: "Aww I actually liked the old Lily and thought she showed potential. "Shame to lose her but hopefully the new one is good too." Another added: "It wasn't immediately apparent, as she's very different from the pervious one, then someone called her Lily and it all made sense... Kind of." A third chimed in: "It's a recast Lily. David's daughter." While a fourth remarked: "They probably should have introduced her in the Platts' house by David calling her Lily as it was confusing seeing her out as could have been a random classmate who just happened to be called Lily and easy to miss." Young actress Brooke Malonie had been playing the character since June 2016. She was absent in recent weeks and new actress Grace took over beginning in Monday's episode. Emotional Coronation Street stars reveal final EVER scene together has already aired It comes ahead of a huge new storyline involving the show's pre-teen characters. Lily and her cousin Sam (Jude Riordan) are set to be at the centre of a dramatic new plot. It's not the first time that a Platt family member has been recast in recent months. Last year, Carter-J Murphy took over as Lily's cousin Harry Platt, son of Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien). Soap characters who've been recast Soap operas are staple viewing for many people, but even some of the most famous characters have been played by different actors. Here are some examples from over the years. Coronation Street Tracy Barlow: Kate Ford took on the role of Corrie legend Tracy Barlow in 2002. Before Kate, three other actresses had played Tracy - most notably Dawn Acton from 1988 to 1999. Nick Tilsley: Ben Price has been playing Gail's oldest child in 2009, but the former Footballers' Wives star is the third actor to take on the part. Sarah Platt: Although Tina O'Brien debuted as Sarah Platt in 1999, she is the third actress who has played the iconic role of Sarah Platt. David Platt: Completing the line-up of Gail's children, David was initially played by Thomas Ormson for a decade before Jack P. Shepherd took over. Daniel Osbourne: For almost a decade, the role of Ken Barlow's son Daniel has been portrayed by actor Rob Mallard. Before Rob joined, two other actors had previously played Daniel. Bethany Platt: Fans know Lucy Fallon as Bethany nowadays but before her, three other actresses had stepped into the character's shoes. Kirk Sutherland: Before Andy Whyment took on the role of Kirk, he played by an uncredited actor in his very first appearance. Todd Grimshaw: Gareth Pierce stepped into the role of Todd back in 2020, becoming the second performer to play this part. Summer Spellman: Harriet Bibby became the second actress to play Summer, taking over the role from Matilda Freeman in 2020. Ryan Connor: Ryan Prescott currently plays the long-running character, but Ben Thompson and Sol Heras had earlier portrayed the role. EastEnders Martin Fowler: Although Martin was the first baby born on-screen in EastEnders, he hasn't always been played by the same person. His current portrayer, James Bye, is the third actor to star as the character. Peter Beale: Seven actors have portrayed Ian Beale's elder son, with the current actor, Thomas Law, in his second stint as the character. Ben Mitchell: Ben has been played by a total of six actors - with Max Bowden bowing out of the role in March 2024. Bobby Beale: Before Clay Milner Russell, Ian's younger son had been played by four other actors. Freddie Slater: Bobby's best mate, Freddie Slater, had been previously played by twins Alex and Tom Kilby before Bobby Brazier took over in 2022. Chelsea Fox: Former Coronation Street actress Zaraah Abrahams took over the role of Chelsea in 2020. The character had been first played by Tiana Benjamin from 2006 to 2010. Lauren Branning: Jacqueline Jossa took on the role of Lauren in 2010, succeeding Madeline Duggan who'd played her from 2006 to 2010. Johnny Carter: Johnny has been played by three actors since debuting in 2013 - most recently, Charlie Suff has taken on the role. Speaking to press about the change-up, Jack P Shepherd said: "They've just recast the lad who plays Harry. "Carter is very, very confident." He succeeded twins Freddie and Isaac Rhodes, who'd played Harry since 2017. 4
The Sun
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd's upcoming wedding to soap colleague with just one month to go
CORONATION Street star Jack P. Shepherd is set to marry fiancee Hanni Treweek in just a month and the couple have given fans an insight into their big day. The actor - who plays David Platt in the ITV soap - met Hanni when she worked behind the scenes on the soap. 3 3 3 He proposed on a romantic safari break last year. The Celebrity Big Brother champion even revealed he had taken part in the reality show in order to pay for the nuptials - and hadn't expected to win. Now Hanni, an influencer, has shared a snapshot of what the couple will be sharing with their nearest and dearest on their July wedding. She wrote: 'Seven incredible years of memories with you. 'Here's to four weeks of feeling excited, nervous, overwhelmed, emotional, in love and everything else that comes with being a bride. 'I can't wait to marry you.' Jack commented: 'It's going to be epic.' The couple have had their own wedding fragrances made up for the big day. Giving guests a taste of what they can expect to drink at the celebration, Hanni posted two bottles of wine - a Sancerre at £23.49 a battle and a Malbec at £8.95 a bottle. She also shared a sneak peek at the save the date card for the wedding, designed by famed artist Dave Draws. Hanni also revealed she has a surprise for husband to be Jack, having visited York multiple times. She said: 'The amount of times I've visited York since being engaged, I cannot wait to tell Jack why…'
The Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street's dramatic new look for David Platt's house revealed after the old one burned down
CORONATION Street viewers have been given a first look at David Platt's newly revamped house - after the old one was destroyed in a dramatic fire. The fresh makeover comes after a huge blaze tore through the iconic Weatherfield property, leaving it completely gutted. 5 5 Now, the famous cobbles home has undergone a striking transformation - and fans are already buzzing about the bold new look. The new interiors are also set to pave the way for explosive storylines, as life at No.8 takes a dramatic turn. Next week on the ITV soap, Corrie crook Lou Michaelis (Farrell Hegarty) is caught red-handed snooping where she shouldn't - and fans are left wondering if she's nabbed a wad of cash. The troublemaker clocks a bulging envelope of money stashed in Shona Platt's (Julia Goulding) bag during a boozy toast led by Nick Tilsley (Ben Price). Seizing her moment, Lou slips away into the Platt house - and it's not long before temptation gets the better of her. Just as she toys with swiping the stash, Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon) bursts in and demands Lou empty her pockets, fearing the worst. But did Lou actually nick the cash - or is she about to talk her way out of another sticky situation? Spoiler pictures reveal the new revamped No,8 with new decorative paintings on a painted grey wall. The new door, stairs and banister are made of wood with clear panels and there is new laminate flooring in the living room and kitchen. The cosy living room has a new velvet sofa with patterned cushions, beige curtains and a glass square coffee table. Watch emotional moment Sue Cleaver films final Coronation Street scenes as Eileen Grimshaw bids farewell The kitchen has new table tops, blinds and other essentials. There is a new dining table with brown leather chairs flaunting an art deco style for a modern touch. It's a fresh start for the Platts - but will it last? Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 or stream from 7am on ITVX. 5 5 5 Who lives where on Coronation Street? Here is where all of the residents of Weatherfield's main street live 1 Coronation Street - The Barlow family (Ken, Tracy, Steve, Amy) 3 Coronation Street - The Bailey family (Aggie, Ed, Michael) 5 Coronation Street - The Winter-Brown family (Gemma, Chesney, Joseph and the Quads) 7 Coronation Street - The Alahan family (Dev, Asha, Aadi) 9 Coronation Street - The Dobbs family (Tyrone, Fiz, Evelyn, Cassie, Hope, Ruby) 11 Coronation Street - The Grimshaw family (Eileen, Todd, George, Mary, Sean, Dylan) 13 Coronation Street - The Webster family (Kevin, Abi, Jack, Alfie) 15a Coronation Street - Dee-Dee Bailey and Adam Barlow 2a Coronation Street - Craig Tinker 4 Coronation Street - The Metcalfe family (Sally, Tim) 6 Coronation Street - The Nazir family (Yasmeen, Alya, Stu, Eliza) 8 Coronation Street - The Platt family (Gail, David, Shona, Max, Lily) 10a Coronation Street - Rita Tanner 12 Coronation Street - Brian Packham
Daily Mail
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd reveals 'shock' over soap awards snub as he reflects on his reaction during ceremony
Coronation Street star Jack P. Shepherd was left gobsmacked after being snubbed at this year's British Soap Awards – and his stunned reaction said it all. The 37-year-old, who has played David Platt since he was 12, had high hopes of adding a third gong to his shelf during Saturday night's star-studded event. But despite being one of the longest-serving and most recognisable faces on the cobbles, Jack lost out to Patsy Palmer and her Eastender's character Bianca Jackson. While he congratulated the winner, Jack couldn't help but reveal how 'shocked' he was and felt the award should have been his, as he declared the was 'fuming'. Speaking on his podcast On The Sofa with co-stars Ben Price and Colson Smith, the star admitted he couldn't hide his reaction when the camera panned on him. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The 37-year-old, who has played David Platt since he was 12, had high hopes of adding a third gong to his shelf during Saturday night's star-studded event but lost out to Patsy Palmer and her Eastender's character Bianca Jackson Colson said: 'You worked so hard to receive this Best Comedy nomination...' to which Jack replied: 'I have. 'I've been trying for years to get a nod for comedy cos I've never been nominated for it before.' Colson then probed: 'And how are you feeling about the result? Your frenemy...' Jack admitted: 'It was a shock. It was a shock. If you watched it, you will notice that my reaction is genuine. 'I'm completely blown away. I didn't win. I couldn't hide it.' Bursting into fits of laughter, Ben, 53, who plays Jack's onscreen brother Nick Tilsey joked: 'I was sat behind you and I'd gone. 'I couldn't think of anything more funny then not winning the comedy and then Patsy winning it who'd been in Big Brother with you - and then name checking you saying "I thought Jack would win"' To which Jack exclaimed: 'And then I said "So did I!"' Ben then asked: 'Were you fuming? Was that your fuming face?' 'Yeah' said Jack. 'I was just blown away. I was as much blown away as winning Big Brother as I was losing that award.' Speaking on his podcast On The Sofa with co-stars Ben Price and Colson Smith (pictured) Jack admitted while he congratulated the winner, he was 'shocked' and felt the award should have been his, as he declared the was 'fuming' Meanwhile Patsy left both the crowd and viewers at home in stitches during the British Soap Awards, as she went off in a tangent about vaginas during her award acceptance speech It was the BBC 's EastEnders that cleaned up on the night with eight awards while Hollyoaks received three, Emmerdale two and Coronation Street only one. Meanwhile Patsy left both the crowd and viewers at home in stitches during the British Soap Awards, as she went off in a tangent about vaginas during her award acceptance speech. The actress, 53, won the prize for Best Comedic Performance at the annual ceremony, held on Saturday night at London 's Hackney Empire. As she took to the stage to accept the gong, Patsy got rather sidetracked, as she deliver an ode to vaginas, that had the audience breaking down into laughter. She made the X-rated remarks in reference to EastEnders' live 40th anniversary special, which saw Bianca having to help sister Sonia (Natalie Cassidy) give birth after they became trapped in the Queen Vic with cousin Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) following the explosion. The scene had viewers cracking up as Bianca and Lauren argued over who had to help, with both reluctant to get up close and personal with the birth. It culminated with Bianca taking a huge glug from a bottle of brandy for some liquid courage, before declaring the now-iconic line: 'It's only a noony Lauren!' Referencing the hilarious moment, Patsy began her speech: 'Listen I haven't prepared a speech, because I really thought Jack was gonna win. 'To be able to funny in all what of we've seen tonight is nothing short of miracle really. I'd like to thank Shona McGarty for leaving, because if she hadn't have left I wouldn't have come back. 'I wasn't expecting that and I'm so glad I did because then I stayed for the 40th and that was really where we celebrated the women's vagina!' However, Patsy didn't stop there, valiantly continuing on to add: 'I think vaginas have always been funny.' She then changed tone to express her thanks to show and even choked back her tears, as she gushed: 'All jokes aside, coming back to EastEnders after quite some time has been the most amazing experience for me and I'm so grateful. Beyond grateful. 'And I'm not going to cry, so I'm going to go, because it is a comedy award. But you really have no idea what a gift it's been for me to come back.' Viewer Voted Categories: Best British Soap: Coronation Street EastEnders - WINNER Emmerdale Hollyoaks Best Leading Performer: Kellie Bright (Linda Carter, EastEnders) Eden Taylor-Draper (Belle Dingle, Emmerdale) Beth Cordingly (Ruby Miligan, Emmerdale) Villain of the Year: Calum Lill (Joel Deering, Coronation Street) Navin Chowdhry (Nish Panesar, EastEnders) - WINNER Ned Porteous (Joe Tate, Emmerdale) Tyler Conti (Abe Fielding, Hollyoaks) Best Comedy Performance: Jack P Shepherd (David Platt, Coronation Street) Patsy Palmer (Bianca Jackson, EastEnders) - WINNER Nicola Wheeler (Nicola King, Emmerdale) Nicole Barber-Lane (Myra McQueen, Hollyoaks) Panel Voted Categories: Best Family: The Platts (Coronation Street) The Slaters (EastEnders) The Dingles (Emmerdale) The Osbornes (Hollyoaks) - WINNER Best Dramatic Performance: Peter Ash (Paul Foreman, Coronation Street) Steve McFadden (Phil Mitchell, EastEnders) - WINNER Eden Taylor-Draper (Belle Dingle, Emmerdale) Isabelle Smith (Frankie Osborne, Hollyoaks) Best Single Episode: Mason's death (Coronation Street) Phil's psychosis: the Mitchells in 1985 (EastEnders) - WINNER April's life on the streets (Emmerdale) Hollyoaks time jump (Hollyoaks) Best On-Screen Partnership: Alison King and Vicky Myers (Carla Connor and Lisa Swain, Coronation Street) Rudolph Walker and Angela Wynter (Patrick and Yolande Trueman, EastEnders) - WINNER William Ash and Beth Cordingly (Caleb and Ruby Miligan, Emmerdale) Nathaniel Dass and Oscar Curtis (Dillon Ray and Lucas Hay, Hollyoaks) Best Newcomer: Jacob Roberts (Kit Green, Coronation Street) Laura Doddington (Nicola Mitchell, EastEnders) Shebz Miah (Kammy Hadiq, Emmerdale) Isabelle Smith (Frankie Osborne, Hollyoaks) - WINNER Best Storyline: Paul's battle with MND (Coronation Street) Phil Mitchell: Hypermasculinity in crisis (EastEnders) Belle and Tom - Domestic Abuse (Emmerdale) Sibling sexual abuse (Hollyoaks) - WINNER Best Young Performer: Will Flanagan (Joseph Winter-Brown, Coronation Street) Sonny Kendall (Tommy Moon, EastEnders) Amelia Flanagan (April Windsor, Emmerdale) - WINNER Noah Holdsworth (Oscar Osborne, Hollyoaks) Scene of the Year: Amy's deathly plunge reveals a grisly secret (Emmerdale)
