We all know that things haven’t been easy for Todd Grimshaw lately in Coronation Street. He’s trying to keep a new relationship going, dealing with family changes, and now he’s caught up in a tough situation with Theo’s daughter. He’s under pressure, and now, it’s starting to show.
His Relationship With Theo Was Never Going To Be Simple
Todd has been doing his best to support Theo as he figures out his sexuality. He’s been patient and encouraging, but this journey hasn’t been smooth for either of them. From the beginning, Todd has faced much more than typical relationship drama.
Now, he’s also handling Theo’s daughter, Millie, who isn’t making things easier. She’s pretending to be pregnant just to pull her dad away from Todd and bring him back home. That kind of stress doesn’t just impact Theo; it affects Todd too.
To make matters worse, Todd’s personal life has changed significantly. His mom, Eileen, has left Weatherfield to live in Thailand with Jason. After being a constant presence, her departure means Todd is now the only Grimshaw left on the Street.
Gareth Pierce, who plays Todd, said filming those last scenes with Sue Cleaver felt like a real privilege. He mentioned that Eileen is an icon and everyone will miss Sue a lot. He also talked about Ryan Thomas returning as Jason, noting it felt like things had come full circle. Instead of a heartfelt reunion, the brothers went straight back to bickering, which Gareth felt reflected how Todd and Jason usually are.
He’s All In With Theo, But It’s Getting Heavy in Coronation Street
Despite everything happening around him, Gareth said Todd is completely in love with Theo. The news about Theo’s identity came quickly and surprised Todd, but it also helped him realize how deeply he cares. Todd genuinely wants to be someone Theo can lean on, someone who makes him feel safe. However, Gareth pointed out that Todd might also think he can fix Theo.
That’s where the cracks are starting to show. Gareth explained that Todd’s emotions are building up, and we’re beginning to see flashes of anger from him. It’s not that he’s stopped caring; it’s more that he’s trying to handle too much.
Right now, Todd is trying to manage everything at once. He’s grieving his mom leaving, managing a complicated relationship, and dealing with Millie’s games. That’s a lot for anyone, and Todd is clearly starting to feel the weight of it.
His love for Theo is real. But trying to support someone who’s still figuring themselves out, while also feeling like you have to fix everything? That can be exhausting, especially when you’re doing it alone. Todd’s heart is in the right place, but it’s fair to ask, is he taking on too much? Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all your Coronation Street updates, cast news, and more.
