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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The 2025 Curse of Corrie – how the soap's stars have suffered heartbreaking splits this year
IT is safe to say that 2025 really has not been a great year for the country's longest running soap opera Coronation Street. From budget cuts to episode axes to a major cast cull, the show has found itself in the spotlight for mostly the wrong reasons this year. 7 7 But it isn't just on-screen where things have been going from bad to worse. Beyond the cobbles, the stars of the show have also been dealing with their own personal heartbreaks. It appears to be the year of off-screen splits for the Weatherfield lot too with many of the show's cast calling it a day with their beloved partners. From sirens of years gone past to current fan favourites on the show, it's been a pretty heartbreaking year for the stars of soap. The Sun takes a look at some of the Corrie's casts shock splits and what drove them to breaking point in their once solid romances. Katie McGlynn 7 Sinead Tinker actress Katie McGlynn left her fans stunned when she was revealed to be in a relationship with forgotten The Only Way Is Essex star, Ricky Rayment. This week, it was confirmed that Katie, who started dating former reality star Ricky after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, had decided to call time on their romance, despite the couple sparking engagement rumours last February. They quietly began to remove traces of each other from their social media before their split was revealed by the MailOnline. One source said: "Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over." They added that they found it "difficult" to maintain a long distance relationship, with Katie in Manchester and Ricky in Essex. Ex-Coronation Street & Strictly star 'headed for divorce' after just two years as she deletes husband from social media Ricky, who was previously engaged to Marnie Simpson, rose to fame on the ITV reality show in 2012 before leaving 10 years ago. Georgia May Foote 7 Another former soap actress who has been facing a heartbreaking battle is Katy Armstrong star Georgia May Foote. The Sun told earlier this week how the actress was headed for divorce with her husband Kris Evans just two years on from their intimate wedding ceremony. Georgia has removed her wedding ring and wiped all traces of the musician who she once called her 'best friend' from her Instagram page — including glossy snaps from their wedding. A source told The Sun: 'Georgia's marriage to Kris seems to be over. 'It's on the rocks. 'She's looking to the future and is surrounded by friends and her family.' Despite the split, the pair are understood to still be living together as they figure out their next steps amid the split. A source admitted that the pair were happy enough to still be living together but Georgia isn't sure that Kris fits into her life moving forward following a devastating fire at her nail salon. The actress opened the salon amid struggles to find acting work and financial hardship. She is now aiming to crowdfund to raise cash in the wake of her split and the business burning down. Georgia Taylor 7 At the start of the year, it was revealed that Toyah Battersby actress Georgia Taylor had split from her co-star lover. Whilst on-screen, Toyah enjoyed an on-off marriage with husband, Imran Habeeb, away from screens, actress Georgia was dating her on-screen husband's actor in real life - Charlie de Melo. The 44-year-old had been romancing the soap hunk since late 2022 - just months after Charlie's character was killed off the soap and their pretend marriage crumbled. However, it is thought that the pair quietly called it quits in late 2024 before the news was made public in January of this year. A friend revealed: 'Georgia and Charlie are no longer a couple, but they remain friends who care about each other deeply. 'They have lots of happy memories together, but are both really focused on work at the moment and looking forward to the future, there are no hard feelings.' Charlie's character was killed off in June 2022 when he died of a heart attack, leaving millions of Corrie viewers in tears. Georgia said at the time she was heartbroken by Charlie's decision to leave the ITV show. Speaking in 2022, she said: 'I absolutely adore him. He's been a dream. "He's so funny so we laugh a lot but he is honestly one of the most supportive people I have ever worked with." Shortly after Georgia's gushing comments, they found themselves starting a romance in real life. Tina O'Brien 7 Sarah Platt actress Tina was left nursing her own heartbreak earlier this year when it was revealed she had split from her husband, Adam Crofts. It is understood the pair called it quits at the top of the year following a stressful house move. The 41-year-old soap actress decided it would be better for them to live apart after wishing to spend some time alone. They both quickly ditched their wedding rings and decided to unfollow each other online. However, sources insisted they were "still close" and would remain so for the sake of their son, Beau. Tina and Adam started dating in 2011 before marrying on New Year's Eve in Manchester in 2018. Corrie cash crisis: shock exits for 2025 ITV bosses are locked in a battle to save the cash-strapped soap. This means that a number of stars have either been axed from or have abandoned the long-running serial drama. Colson Smith - Craig Tinker The character of Craig Tinker has been axed by bosses after 14 years. After he was told of the news in Autumn 2024, Colson Smith confirmed that would be written out of the show with scenes to air later this year. Craig's on-screen mum, Beth Tinker, also left the show in the summer when actress Lisa George was written out from the role. Sue Cleaver - Eileen Grimshaw After 25 years playing Eileen Grimshaw, former I'm A Celebrity campmate Sue Cleaver will quit the show. The Sun on Sunday reported in January that she's already begun to film her exit scenes. However the character will not be killed off in case Sue opts to make a return in the future. Luca Toolan - Mason Radcliffe Bosses decided to axe the teenage character after just 16 months after he first joined the show. Recent scenes saw Mason stabbed by his criminal brothers after his pal Dylan brought a knife in an attempt to defend him. Sue Devaney - Debbie Webster In November 2024, we revealed that Debbie Webster is set to be killed off after 40 years on the cobbles. The character will die as part of a heartbreaking long-running dementia storyline. Charlotte Jordan - Daisy Midgeley The actress became the fifth star to leave Coronation Street in just one month. We revealed that she will bow out of the ITV soap later this year after four years on-screen. Charlotte told sources that she's hungry to see what other opportunities await. Shelley King - Yasmeen Metcalfe The actress has played Yasmeen Metcalfe on the cobbles for the past 11 years and we revealed in January that she finished filming her final scenes. This follows the departure of her on-screen partner Stu Carpenter.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
No off-screen happily-ever-after! Georgia May Foote, Stephanie Davis and Danielle Harold lead slew of soap stars suffering shock splits
Soap operas are famed for their exciting romances, with the likes of Walford, Weatherfield, the Dales all seeing their fair share of explosive weddings and affairs. However, it seems that the romantic drama is not only confined to the screen, with many actors having their own dramatic love lives away from set. But in recent months, there's been a spate of splits among several former soap stars, who have worked on the biggest Coronation Street, EastEnders and Hollyoaks. While things often come to a nasty end in soap world, it appears that there's been a shortage of happy endings for stars even after the cameras stop rolling. From Georgia May Foote, Owen Warner, Stephanie Davis and EastEnders' Danielle Harold - here are all the actors suffering from a recent heartbreak. Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment The couple, who started dating after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, have gone their separate ways despite sparking engagement speculation when Katie was pictured wearing a diamond ring last Valentine's Day This week, MailOnline revealed that ex-Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn and TOWIE 's Ricky Rayment have split. The couple, who started dating after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, have gone their separate ways despite sparking engagement speculation when Katie was pictured wearing a diamond ring last Valentine's Day. Katie, who left Corrie in 2022 after her character Sinead Tinker died of cervical cancer, and Ricky, famed for his appearances on ITVBe's The Only Way Is Essex, said they 'couldn't be happier' during their first interview as a couple last year. But in recent months, the pair have called time on their year-long romance, which saw Katie, 31, who's Manchester based, and Ricky, 34, who lives in Essex, commit to each other despite living in different cities. The exes have even removed all trace of each other from their respective Instagram profiles including loved up posts from holidays together and the announcement of their relationship. A source revealed to MailOnline: 'Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over. 'It was difficult at times for them dating even though they lived miles apart from each other but ultimately it just wasn't meant to be.' Ricky said Katie first caught his eye as she appeared on ITV soap Coronation Street, where she portrayed Sinead Tinker between April 2013 and March 2020. The actress, who's also starred in Waterloo Road and Hollyoaks, admitted that before meeting Ricky in person, she judged him based on the years he appeared on TOWIE when he was known for dating ex-girlfriend Jess Wright. She said: 'I recognised his face and just assumed he wasn't going to be my type of person - you know, Jack, the lad from Essex - and I took it for granted we wouldn't get on... happy to say I got that one wrong.' Georgia May Foote and Kris Evans Over the weekend, former Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote hinted she is no longer with husband Kris Evans after removing all traces of him from social media. They have kept details of their romance under wraps since meeting in 2018, but the pair got engaged three years later and tied the knot in July 2023. However it looks like their relationship could be over, with the couple reportedly 'heading for a divorce' and Georgia 'looking to the future'. A source told The Sun last week: 'Georgia's marriage to Kris seems to be over. It's on the rocks.' Georgia, 34, has reportedly removed her wedding ring and wiped all traces of the musician from her Instagram - including glossy snaps from their wedding day. Her wedding ring was noticeably absent in a recent Instagram post, where she enjoyed a spa break with her best friend. However, despite their rumoured split, the duo appear to still be on amicable terms as it's been reported they are still living together. A friend of the couple told The Sun: 'Georgia has been through a lot recently and it's not surprising that it has put strain on her marriage. 'She told friends that she wanted a fresh start after the terrible fire earlier this year and she's just not sure where Kris fits into that. They are still on good enough terms to stay in their home together,' Another source revealed that many of the couple's issues centred around their financial situation. Georgia, who is best known for playing Katy Armstrong in Corrie for five years from 2010, recently admitted that acting work has dried up over the last few years. After her character was brutally killed off in a car crash, the model went onto appear in reality TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Juice, while she had a regular role on American fantasy series The Outpost in the early 2020s. But speaking to Sausage on a Fork podcast this week, she confessed she's had a 'nightmare' trying to book jobs and said the last few years have been 'the quietest time' of her life. Georgia said: 'I came back in the December of 2020 and I just realised, "Oh my God, there's no work." 'Everything that got stopped filming in the UK then got put on a back burner, and then there was a backlog of what was about to start filming. Then everything behind that took four years to come out, then we had the writers' strikes.' Georgia continued: 'It's just been a nightmare. And that's why this has been the quietest I've ever been in my life. I think a lot of actors around the world will say the exact time.' In addition to her lack of screen work, Georgia was dealt another devastating blow last month when her nail salon burnt down, having started the business to earn extra income amid her struggle to bag acting jobs. Georgia was forced to start a crowdfunding page to raise cash to get her company, as well as other businesses affected, back up and running. She said of the blaze: 'Within two hours the whole building was alight, and the whole thing burnt down. We weren't allowed back in there and nothing has been salvaged. 'Four years' worth of products and stock and everything. We can't get back to work without that stuff. It's thousands of pounds of stuff. You can't just go and buy it. 'I did start a fundraiser to raise some money for these ladies to help us get back on our feet and build our stock back up again that we've lost. 'It's passed the £12,000 mark. I'm really happy. It makes me really emotional to speak about it. I just know it's a lot of women's only income. I'm lucky that I still do my voiceovers and I do have jobs coming in. 'But, at the same time, I lost a lot of money in that fire. But people have lost entire homes worth of stuff that can't be replaced.' Owen Warner and Jemma Donovan Last month, it was reported that Hollyoaks stars Owen Warner and Jemma Donovan have split after two years of dating. The co-stars, who are known for playing Romeo Nightingale and Rayne Royce in the Channel 4 soap, went public with their romance in April 2023. Owen, 26, and Jemma, 25 - who is the daughter of Australian star Jason Donovan - first met while working on the soap and he was introduced to her famous dad on holiday. However The Sun reported that they have now called it quits, with their split said to be very sudden. A source said: 'It's over and they're no longer friends. It was very sudden - everyone was so upset for them.' It is the second time the pair have reportedly split after they called it quits back in August 2023, just months after going public with their romance. Owen and Jemma had made their red carpet debut at the British Soap Awards 2023 back in June just a few months before. A source said at the time: 'They had great fun together but, long term, decided it's better to just be friends. They are both super- professional, so it won't change anything at work.' Jemma had appeared on Owen's social media many times during their romance and he had been introduced to her famous dad and family on a holiday. The couple confirmed their romance in April 2023 when Owen took to Instagram to share a video pretending to propose to her while on a hike in Mallorca with her family. The clip was buried among a slew of loved-up family holiday snaps as he joked about getting down on one knee in the caption. He wrote next to the video: 'She's still not forgiven me for that one!', after he shocked her with the move. The clip showed them hugging while taking in the mountain views before he gets to the ground before quickly jumping back up to indicate it was a joke. She looked shocked at the 'proposal' and covered her mouth with her hands before he started laughing at her. Speaking about Speaking about their romance earlier that year, Owen told The Sun: 'Jemma kept messaging me and messaging and asking me to go on dates and then I just gave in. 'Ahhh seriously though it took me a while to pluck up the courage to ask her out. I've just been on holiday with her family they are all amazing.' Stephanie Davis and Joseph McKalroy The Hollyoaks and Corrie star, 31, announced the end of their relationship in a statement to fans on Instagram that began: 'Never in a million years did I think I'd be writing this' Last month, Stephanie Davis confirmed she has split from boyfriend Joseph McKalroy just four months after the ex couple welcomed their baby boy. The Hollyoaks and Corrie star, 31, announced the end of their relationship in a statement to fans on Instagramm that began: 'Never in a million years did I think I'd be writing this. She continued: 'I've been left with no choice but to address the rumours. This has come as a complete shock and has been an incredibly painful and unexpected time. 'Just four months after having a baby-one of the most vulnerable and emotional times in a woman's life-I've found myself facing this chapter on my own. 'After everything I've been through in the past, I truly believed I'd finally found my happiness-something secure and lasting. But that, heartbreakingly, hasn't been the case. 'I'm greatful [sic] for the years we had because without us I wouldn't have my Samuel. Who will always be my priority. 'Right now, I'm focusing on healing. protecting my peace, and doing the best I can-being there for my two beautiful boys. Thank you to those who've reached out-your kindness has meant more than I can say. Stephanie X.' Stephanie and Joseph had been together since 2022 and welcomed son Samuel in January this year. Confirmation of their split comes after eagle-eyed fans had noticed Steph failed to mention Joseph on Father's Day. Stephanie has openly spoken about the heartache she and Joe endured in 2022 after suffering a miscarriage at three months, describing it as a 'horrendous' time and revealing they had already planned a future as a family of four. The break-up marks another chapter in what's been a rollercoaster love life for the soap star. She also shares seven-year-old son Caben with ex-boyfriend and Celebrity Big Brother co-star Jeremy McConnell, who was convicted of assaulting her in 2017. Danielle Harold and Max Bowden One recent soap split sent shockwaves, as fans had no clue that the pair were even dating in the first place. MailOnline previously revealed that EastEnders co-stars Danielle Harold and Max Bowden had a 'secret offscreen romance' during their time on the BBC soap. The two actors, whose characters Lola Pearce and Ben Mitchell shared a child together, dated for years but kept their relationship under wraps. Danielle, 32, left the long-running series in 2023 after Lola died from a brain tumour while Max, 30, exited the following year. Their relationship was only discovered after the pair sadly called it quits in February, as they sparked speculation among fans over what had gone wrong between them when they unfollowed each other on Instagram. Sources close to the couple, who featured together on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, then revealed to MailOnline can reveal they fell out over the breakdown of their relationship. They said: 'Danielle and Max dated for a number of years. Of course, it was known among the EastEnders cast and everyone thought they were sweet together. 'Their relationship hasn't ended on the best terms, and they have even unfollowed each other on Instagram. 'There are a lot of emotions after they were friends, colleagues, and romantically involved for such a long time.' After Daniella was killed off from EastEnders, Max shared a gushing tribute to her on Instagram, where he said: 'Our girl. What you have achieved in the last twelve months is extraordinary. My whole EastEnders 'journey' started with you, and what a ride it's been. 'Watching you work so closely everyday has been inspiring but hasn't quite topped being your friend. You've been there for all of us when we've needed a friend, and for that I can only thank you.' Speaking about her close relationship with Max to promote their episode of Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, which aired on Valentine's Day, Danielle said: 'It's nice to do something fun. With EastEnders, our storylines are really heavy and really sad.' In response to Antiques Road Trip expert Ishy Khan, who said, 'You can tell there's love there', Danielle replied: 'Yeah, there is. He loves me really. He pretends like he don't, but he does.'
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Katie McGlynn puts on a brave face after split from Towie star boyfriend in sexy mini skirt and crop top
FORMER Corrie star Katie McGlynn has put on a brave face after splitting from her Towie star boyfriend. Katie, who split from Ricky Rayment earlier today, has stepped out at an event in London's Crystal Palace Park while looking sensational. 7 7 7 The blonde beauty, who started dating former reality star Ricky after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, decided to call time on their romance, despite sparking engagement rumours last February. "Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over," a source told the MailOnline today. They added that they found it "difficult" to maintain a long distance relationship, with Katie in Manchester and Ricky in Essex. And now Katie has shown off her amazing figure and bright, beaming smile while at a festival-style event with a friend. Katie could be seen rocking a dazzling silver sequin miniskirt complete with a black long-sleeved top that had a cut out section in the middle of her chest. She completed the look with a cowboy hat, some sunglasses, a bumbag and some cowboy boots. Flashing a huge grin, and the peace sign, Katie beamed for the camera. DAZZLING SNAPS "What a moment," Katie penned in the caption of the photo dump she shared from the fun-filled day out. She added: "Impromptu trip to London to see @rufusdusol live for the first time!! "One of my all time fave artists. Amazing early birthday present @leeantonybennett." Commenting on the ultra glamorous snaps Katie shared, one person said: "Too hot to handle." Another wrote: "You look absolutely stunning & very glamourous." "What a woman," swooned a third. A fourth then wrote: "You look gorgeous. lovely pictures and video. Lovely outfit and hat." 7 7 While a fifth said: "Fantastic legs Katie." And a sixth added: "Absolutely sensational." WEDDING RUMOURS DASHED Last February, speculation started to mount that the former soap star and reality star were about to head down the aisle. The rumours ran rampant after she was pictured with a sparkler on her ring finger. It came after The Sun exclusively revealed Katie and TOWIE alum Ricky had been dating for four months, following a video emerging of them kissing in the street. Speaking at the time, an onlooker suggested they very much seemed to be an item. They said: "They very much looked like girlfriend and boyfriend. They were holding hands, having a laugh and even had a little kiss as they walked amongst other Saturday afternoon shoppers." 7 7
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street's Katie McGlynn SPLITS with Towie star boyfriend after two years of dating and engagement rumours
CORONATION Street star Katie McGlynn has split from her Towie boyfriend Ricky Rayment. Katie, who started dating former reality star Ricky after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, have decided to call time on their romance, despite sparking engagement rumours last February. 3 3 But in recent months, the pair have deleted all trace of each other from their social media. "Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over," a source told the MailOnline. They added that they found it "difficult" to maintain a long distance relationship, with Katie in Manchester and Ricky in Essex. The Sun has reached out to Katie and Ricky's reps for comment. Last February, speculation started to mount that the former soap star and reality star were about to head down the aisle, after she was pictured with a sparkler on her ring finger. It came after The Sun exclusively revealed Katie and TOWIE alum Ricky had been dating for four months, following a video emerging of them kissing in the street. Speaking at the time, an onlooker suggested they very much seemed to be an item. They said: "They very much looked like girlfriend and boyfriend. They were holding hands, having a laugh and even had a little kiss as they walked amongst other Saturday afternoon shoppers." The pair are thought to have first met on holiday in October 2023 and have seemingly grown inseparable since then. It was on another holiday, in July of this year, that the pair once again showed they're more than happy to put their love on display for all the world to see. On a cruise to the Greek islands Katie, whose birthday is on July 16, suggested Ricky had taken her away for a birthday treat. Katie, who played Sinead Tinker in Corrie, captioned another picture of them kissing with: "Making memories with you is the best birthday present a gal could ask for." Last year, her spokesperson denied that she and Ricky had got engaged, and said any confusion stemmed from Katie's penchant for wearing jewellery on different fingers. They said: "Katie and Ricky are very happy together, but they are not engaged. "Katie likes to wear various rings and jewellery and just happened to wear one on her ring finger." 3
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn and TOWIE's Ricky Rayment SPLIT after sparking engagement rumours
Ex-Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn and TOWIE 's Ricky Rayment have split, MailOnline can reveal. The couple, who started dating after meeting on a cruise ship in 2023, have gone their separate ways despite sparking engagement speculation when Katie was pictured wearing a diamond ring last Valentine's Day. Katie, who left Corrie in 2022 after her character Sinead Tinker died of cervical cancer, and Ricky, famed for his appearances on ITVBe's The Only Way Is Essex, said they 'couldn't be happier' during their first interview as a couple last year. But in recent months, the pair have called time on their year-long romance, which saw Katie, 31, who's Manchester based, and Ricky, 34, who lives in Essex, commit to each other despite living in different cities. The exes have even removed all trace of each other from their respective Instagram profiles including loved up posts from holidays together and the announcement of their relationship. A source revealed to MailOnline: 'Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over. 'It was difficult at times for them dating even though they lived miles apart from each other but ultimately it just wasn't meant to be.' Ricky said Katie first caught his eye as she appeared on ITV soap Coronation Street, where she portrayed Sinead Tinker between April 2013 and March 2020. Katie's exit storyline involved her character Sinead dying from cervical cancer and the devastating realities such a loss has on close friends and family. The important plot didn't go unnoticed by Ricky, who said: 'I first became aware of her years ago, when she was doing those incredible final scenes in Corrie when her character had cancer. I thought then she was amazing.' After she left Coronation Street, Katie appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021 but only made it to the second week of the competition. Katie was partnered with Gorka Márquez and said she had found an 'amazing friend' in the dancer after their early elimination during Movie Week. The actress, who's also starred in Waterloo Road and Hollyoaks, admitted that before meeting Ricky in person, she judged him based on the years he appeared on TOWIE when he was known for dating ex-girlfriend Jess Wright. She said: 'I recognised his face and just assumed he wasn't going to be my type of person - you know, Jack, the lad from Essex - and I took it for granted we wouldn't get on... happy to say I got that one wrong.' MailOnline has approached Katie and Ricky's representatives for comment. The actress admitted that before meeting Ricky in person, she judged him based on the years he appeared on TOWIE when he was known for dating ex-girlfriend Jess Wright Ricky found fame on TOWIE in 2012 and was a cast member on the long running series for three years. He has since shunned the limelight, running his own fishing business, Crowsheath Fishy, with Ricky previously saying his love for the outdoors was one of the ways he connected with Katie. The couple previously explained how their living arrangements meant they could only see each other on the weekends and often their work schedules meant they went weeks without spending quality time together. Speaking in 2024, Katie said she and Ricky were the 'happiest' they had ever been and were looking to the future, with even marriage on the horizon. Last year, she was pictured wearing a diamond ring on Valentine's Day, with fans speculating that Ricky could have popped the question.
