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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
ITV Coronation Street's Farrel Hegarty teases Lou Michaelis return and shares her one desire
Farrel Hegarty has revealed that she was 'really sad' to film her final scenes as Lou Michaelis in Coronation Street and has shared her dream storyline for the character. Coronation Street 's Farrel Hegarty has opened up about her hopes for character Lou Michaelis should she make a comeback to the Cobbles. The actress is set to depart from the ITV soap just a few months after her first appearance as Lou, who arrived in Weatherfield in February alongside her husband Mick, quickly becoming known as the new 'nightmare neighbours'. They took up residence on Mawdsley Street, behind Chesney and Gemma Winter-Brown's home, marking the first time Corrie has expanded its drama across the ginnel, with the couple immediately causing a stir. The plot thickened dramatically when Mick shockingly murdered PC Craig Tinker while on duty, in harrowing scenes broadcast in May which left fans devastated, as reported by the Manchester Evening News. As viewers reel from Mick's incarceration, it's been revealed that he will stage a daring prison escape leading to a tense hostage situation as he desperately seeks freedom. While Mick's fate on the show seems sealed, either through fleeing or returning to prison, the details surrounding Lou's departure remain uncertain. Farrel, also known for her TikTok fame, has shared her feelings about shooting her last scenes, telling Inside Soap: "It was really sad. "On your last day on set, they give you a little round of applause. Julia [Goulding, aka Shona Platt] is one of my best mates and she popped round the corner. You know when you see your mate and it just makes you upset? I saw her little face and I burst into tears!" Farrel recalled, opening up about her emotional farewell on the set. When questioned about her ideal storyline for Lou if she were to return, Farrel expressed her wishes: "I would love to see what she's capable of without Mick. They were so dependent on each other, and it was so toxic. "There's a lot of joy and fun in her and also mischief. Obviously, it wouldn't be strait-laced, would it? She'd go on a rampage!". Elsehwere, Coronation Street's Mikey North has spoken out about the uncertainty surrounding his character Gary Windass, as fans continue to speculate whether he might be written out of the popular ITV soap. Mikey, who has portrayed Gary for almost 20 years, expressed concerns over his potential departure. Speaking on This Morning regarding Gary's intense current storyline, Mikey made a light-hearted confession about his time in Weatherfield. He shared with presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard: "Gary's walked out and has gone missing. We find him in hospital in a coma." Sharon Marshall humorously remarked that Maria often seems to be a 'black widow' on the street, given her history with men. Responding to this, Mikey quipped: "I think I've been with her five or six years counting, so I've probably got about six months left."
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Is Lou leaving Coronation Street? Farrel Hegarty confirms ITV soap future
Is Lou leaving Coronation Street? Farrel Hegarty confirms ITV soap future Coronation Street's Lou Michaelis star Farrel Hegarty has confirmed her future on the hit ITV soap Coronation Street's Farrel Hegarty first joined the cobbles earlier this year as Lou Michaelis (Image: ITV ) Coronation Street's Farrel Hegarty first joined the cobbles earlier this year as Lou Michaelis. However, her character has soon been part of some of the biggest storylines on the hit ITV soap. Earlier this year, viewers were introduced to Lou and her husband Mick Michaelis, as well as their three children Joanie, Shanice and Brody. Yet things took a dramatic turn when it was revealed that Kit Green was in fact the biological father of Brody after an affair with Lou when Mick was in prison. This revelation left Mick furious as he went out in revenge but sadly it was PC Craig Tinker who received his wrath as he killed him with a baseball bat after being pulled over for drink-driving. Coronation Street's Farrel Hegarty first joined the cobbles earlier this year as Lou Michaelis (Image: ITV ) After attempting to go on the run and hold Kit, as well as the latter's mother Bernie Winter, hostage, he was finally arrested by police. Article continues below Since then, Lou has found herself isolated on the cobbles and even from her own son after he learnt the truth about his biological father. In recent scenes, Lou tried to blackmail Gary Windass, who had attempted to support her on the cobbles, and he decided to leave Weatherfield to visit his mother following the betrayal. However, Gary has since gone missing and was recently revealed to be in a coma in hospital but his family don't know this fact yet. However, her character has soon been part of some of the biggest storylines on the hit ITV soap (Image: ITV ) In spoilers next week, Mick escapes from prison as he attempts to go on the run with his family while Lou is revealed to be in trouble. Talking about the upcoming scenes and confirming her soap future, Lou star Farrel told Inside Soap of filming her final scenes: "It was really sad. On your last day on set, they give you a little round of applause. "Julia [Goulding, aka Shona] is one of my best mates and she popped round the corner. You know when you see your mate and it just makes you upset? I saw her little face and I burst into tears!" Joe Layton and Farrell Hegarty attend the British Soap awards (Image: WireImage ) Talking about if Lou could ever return and what that would look like, she added: "I would love to see what she's capable of without Mick. Article continues below "They were so dependent on each other, and it was so toxic. There's a lot of joy and fun in her and also mischief. Obviously, it wouldn't be strait-laced, would it? She'd go on a rampage!" Meanwhile, teasing what's next for her after Coronation Street she revealed: "I don't know! I think Coronation Street is such an amazing platform, and I've had a couple of auditions, so we'll see what comes out of it. You never know what's around the corner!" Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITV X from 7am.
Leader Live
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Coronation Street legend Ryan Thomas on returning to show
The 40-year-old joined the soap as Jason Grimshaw when he was just 16 years old and continued playing the character for another 16 years. During that time, Jason ran out on his wedding to Sarah Platt by jumping out of a window and saved young Simon from a fire after a tram crash. Jason arrived on the street with mum Eileen (Sue Cleaver) and brother Todd (Gareth Pierce). 🚨NEW🚨 #Corrie reveals first look at Jason Grimshaw return as star Ryan Thomas reacts to comeback 📲 Ryan has now returned nine years later after his on-screen mum, Sue Cleaver, announced her exit. He says Eileen's departure from Weatherfield led him to decide now was the right time to make a comeback. Ryan told Inside Soap: 'When they told me Eileen was leaving, it felt right to be a part of that storyline for her and revisit where it all started.' After leaving the cobbles, Ryan spent a year appearing as Rafael Humphreys in the Australian soap Neighbours in 2018. He won Celebrity Big Brother in 2018 and Dancing on Ice in 2024. And while he is no stranger to the soap world, the star admits he was nervous ahead of his Corrie return. He added, 'I couldn't sleep the night before I went back. 'Even though I'd been there half my life, I felt like the new kid in school. It took me half a day to get rid of the nerves.' Recommended reading: Ryan admits it was 'nice to see familiar faces' as he returned to the soap. Fans last saw Jason as he left Weatherfield for Thailand. He returns home after finding himself 'struggling for money,' explains Ryan. And while he now spends his days as a presenter, fronting 99 to Beat with brother Adam Thomas, Ryan says he has 'no regrets' about returning to Corrie.
North Wales Chronicle
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Coronation Street legend Ryan Thomas on returning to show
The 40-year-old joined the soap as Jason Grimshaw when he was just 16 years old and continued playing the character for another 16 years. During that time, Jason ran out on his wedding to Sarah Platt by jumping out of a window and saved young Simon from a fire after a tram crash. Jason arrived on the street with mum Eileen (Sue Cleaver) and brother Todd (Gareth Pierce). 🚨NEW🚨 #Corrie reveals first look at Jason Grimshaw return as star Ryan Thomas reacts to comeback 📲 Ryan has now returned nine years later after his on-screen mum, Sue Cleaver, announced her exit. He says Eileen's departure from Weatherfield led him to decide now was the right time to make a comeback. Ryan told Inside Soap: 'When they told me Eileen was leaving, it felt right to be a part of that storyline for her and revisit where it all started.' After leaving the cobbles, Ryan spent a year appearing as Rafael Humphreys in the Australian soap Neighbours in 2018. He won Celebrity Big Brother in 2018 and Dancing on Ice in 2024. And while he is no stranger to the soap world, the star admits he was nervous ahead of his Corrie return. He added, 'I couldn't sleep the night before I went back. 'Even though I'd been there half my life, I felt like the new kid in school. It took me half a day to get rid of the nerves.' Recommended reading: Ryan admits it was 'nice to see familiar faces' as he returned to the soap. Fans last saw Jason as he left Weatherfield for Thailand. He returns home after finding himself 'struggling for money,' explains Ryan. And while he now spends his days as a presenter, fronting 99 to Beat with brother Adam Thomas, Ryan says he has 'no regrets' about returning to Corrie.
Edinburgh Live
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Ryan Thomas says family 'don't understand' as he addresses Coronation Street return
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Coronation Street alumnus Ryan Thomas has shared that his family is baffled by his return to the iconic ITV soap, remarking that they "don't understand it". A cornerstone of the cobbled streets, Ryan first stepped into the role of Jason Grimshaw in 2000, quickly embedding himself into the fabric of Weatherfield. His character became known for a string of entangled romantic exploits with Weatherfield's women like Rosie Webster, Maria Connor, and Sarah Platt — the latter portrayed by Tina O'Brien, who shares a child with Ryan. Beyond his tumultuous love life, a defining element of his stint on the street was his bond with his on-screen mother Eileen, played by Sue Cleaver, who herself is gearing up to bid farewell to the street. READ MORE - Our Yorkshire Farm's Reuben dealt crushing blow as Clive tells him he 'can't' READ MORE - Viewers just realising ITV Coronation Street newcomer has famous BGT star sister In 2016, after clocking up 16 years as a familiar face on the soap, Ryan opted to exit Coronation Street, seeking fresh challenges and vistas beyond its famed cobbles. Yet, nearly a decade since he waved goodbye, news has broken that the actor, now 40, is primed for a dramatic comeback. Fans are set for a surprise as Jason returns from his Thai sojourn to drop back into Weatherfield, leaving residents stunned by his unexpected appearance, reports Belfast Live. (Image: ITV) (Image: ITV) (Image: Getty Images) As anticipation builds for his screen resurgence later this month, Ryan has confessed his brood is yet to share in the excitement, with the actor suggesting his kids may well give watching his heralded Corrie return a miss. Speaking candidly to Inside Soap, he reflected on the importance of Coronation Street in his life: "Even if my children don't understand it now, there will come a time when we sit down and show them. Corrie will always be a reminder of who I am and where I came from." His return to Weatherfield is amidst the Grimshaws' woes, coming hot off the heels of aunty Julie Carp's passing following a lengthy cancer battle. This family grief is compounded as Eileen becomes entangled with the law, facing scrutiny over allegations of having murdered her own sister, Julie. During a heartfelt chat on Loose Women, Sue reminisced about her time on the soap: "I've had 25 privileged years of working on Coronation Street." She elaborated on her decision to leave, stating: "The door is still firmly open but as I reached my 60th year, I decided it was time to embrace change, look for new adventures and live fearlessly." Sue took a sabbatical from the cobbles to tread the boards in 'Sister Act The Musical', and subsequently ventured into the jungle on I'm A Celeb in 2022. Catch the latest drama on Coronation Street tonight at 8pm on ITV.
