Fans are buzzing over rumours of a possible romance between DS Lisa Swain and Carla Connor, and now, Vicky Myers is setting the record straight. In a recent interview, she discussed her two memorable roles on the soap before becoming a fixture on Coronation Street. She also shared her thoughts on Swain’s evolving friendship with Carla. Read on to learn more!
Actress Reveals Her Past Roles On The Soap
Did you know that Vicky Myers (DS Swain) has appeared in two other roles on the show before? Recently, the star revealed to Inside Soap magazine that her previous appearances involved two thrilling accidents. She recounted that her first appearance was as a paramedic during a scene involving a fire, which was just a walk-on role.
A few years later, she played a driver who came to the rescue after Tyrone and Molly were in a car accident in the hills. The actress also shared, “I shared scenes with the wonderful, lovely Alan Halsall [Tyrone Dobbs]. He’s hilarious and always has some funny jokes to tell you!”
Then, in 2021, Myers scored the role of police officer Swain and eventually became a regular character. She mentioned, “It was so easy to get invested in the character – this no-nonsense, meticulous, hard-working detective – because the scripts were so well-written.”
Is A Lisa- Carla Romance On The Horizon?
The soap star developed her backstory for the character. As she returned to the show, they consistently revealed more about the character, always aligning with her expectations. Talking about Lisa’s tentative friendship with Carla Connor, she said that her favourite scene is when Swain opened up to Carla about her family struggles.
She stated, “It’s great that she confided in another female.” The Swain star highlighted that both characters share traits such as being professional, powerful, opinionated, and hard-working. However, she teased that their closeness depends on how much Swain is willing to let someone in.
As for the romance rumours? Alison King, who plays Carla, has addressed the speculation, hinting that while fans might dream of a romantic twist, it’s not currently on the cards. However, she joked, “If the fans keep talking about it, the producers might get ideas!”
Well, catch the hint! If you really want this unexpected romance plot to happen, keep the rumours going. And for more updates on Coronation Street spoilers, stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily! Are you excited about this affair? Share your thoughts below in the comment section!
