Bethany Platt’s time away from Weatherfield was meant to be the start of a bright new chapter in Coronation Street. Viewers watched her leave the cobbles determined to carve out a career in London, chasing her dream of becoming a journalist. She walked away from family and familiar streets, full of hope that the move would help her rebuild her life and prove her independence. Now, as her return draws near, questions swirl over how much of that dream has actually come true, and what she will bring back with her when she steps into the Rovers’ world again.
Bethany’s Journey So Far
Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany, stepped away from the show earlier this year after welcoming her baby with partner Ryan Ledson in January. During her break, she reassured fans that her absence wouldn’t be permanent, making it clear she planned to return once her maternity leave came to an end. Back in July, the actress confirmed she was already back on set, sharing a playful mirror selfie with the words, “And just like that, she’s back.”
Before that, she had told fans she wouldn’t “be away for toooo long,” promising she’d return to Weatherfield after “popping the baby out.” Bethany’s last storyline had her heading to London to pursue her dream of becoming a journalist, a move that set the stage for her exit. Now, with Fallon ready to reprise the role, viewers are eager to see how her character has changed during her time away from the cobbles.
Coronation Street: Lucy Teases a Big Change
Speaking at the National Television Awards, Lucy explained she was “really excited” to be back working alongside her co-stars. She admitted it felt good to no longer be hiding her baby bump on set, adding that it was nice to feel free and that she couldn’t wait for audiences to see what was next. Reflecting on Bethany’s journey, Lucy revealed that her character hadn’t gone through a complete overhaul since leaving Weatherfield.
She pointed out that not much had changed for Bethany in terms of personality. However, she did tease that one major element of Bethany’s life would look very different this time around. The actress confirmed that Bethany had given up on journalism altogether. Instead, she will return to Weatherfield with a brand-new job, one that is based somewhere on the street itself. Fallon left the details deliberately vague, hinting it “could be anywhere.”
Bethany’s comeback promises to weave her back into the community in a fresh way, giving her connections that go beyond her previous storylines. This career change could open the door for new interactions, conflicts, and relationships once more. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street news and updates.