Todd Grimshaw is set to open up about something deeply personal next week, as his struggles begin to weigh heavily on him behind closed doors. Now that Theo Silverton still in the dark and Billy Mayhew drawn back into the fold, Todd’s decision to share the truth promises to change everything. But will his secret be the start of healing, or the spark for even more turmoil in Coronation Street?
Theo’s Behaviour Raises New Tensions
The week begins with Todd Grimshaw weighed down by his strained relationship with Theo Silverton. Just recently, Todd confided in George Shuttleworth about the silence from his partner following their night out in the gay village.
The situation left him shaken and unsure of where things stood. Theo’s behaviour soon sparks fresh drama when Todd finds him in Victoria Gardens. Asha Alahan has collapsed there after an overdose, and it is Theo who raises the alarm.
However, instead of relief, Todd erupts with anger over Theo’s disappearance earlier, making clear how much the vanishing act has cut into his trust. Those close to Todd are not blind to the signs. George believes Todd deserves better, pointing out that Theo’s controlling streak only seems to tighten. Yet Todd continues to waver, torn between seeing Theo’s so-called heroic gestures and recognising the manipulation that underpins them.
Todd Confides His Secret To Billy
While Theo’s behaviour dominates much of Todd’s personal life, the bigger truth lies in what Todd has kept to himself. Next week, he admits privately to Billy Mayhew that he has a hospital appointment to be checked for bowel cancer.
The revelation comes on the same day as Noah Hedley’s funeral, a cruel clash of responsibilities and emotions. Rather than open up to Theo, Todd claims he is tied up with work. In reality, he heads to the hospital, sharing the secret only with his former partner Billy.
Billy steps up without hesitation, offering to accompany Todd, and Todd expresses relief that someone is by his side. A Coronation Street source explained that Todd wanted to shield Theo from the news during a time already burdened with Noah’s funeral and the recent custody battle.
However, Todd promised that he would not keep Theo in the dark forever and intended to tell him once the results were known, regardless of what they revealed.
Coronation Street: Will Todd Face The Truth?
The deception, however well-intentioned, sets the stage for more trouble. After returning from the funeral, Theo is furious to find Todd once again in Billy’s company at The Rovers. His irritation grows when Todd mentions plans for a dinner with Christina Boyd and George Shuttleworth later that evening. Insiders suggest that Theo’s anger for Todd’s friends is becoming a serious red flag.
Meanwhile, Theo continues to polish his image with others. Amy Barlow praises him for finding Asha, insisting that his intervention prevented things from ending tragically. To Todd’s frustration, Theo’s carefully crafted hero façade begins to overshadow the truth of his manipulative behaviour. Todd now faces two battles at once, the uncertainty over his health and the increasingly volatile situation with Theo. George has urged him to recognise the warning signs and break free, but Todd’s loyalty remains tested.
As he waits for the results from his hospital tests, questions hang heavy. Will Todd find the strength to face both his medical fears and his turbulent relationship? And when Theo discovers the secret Todd has been hiding, will he react with support or with more anger? Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street news and spoilers.