Catherine Tyldesley has broken her silence on what it’s been like to return to Coronation Street after seven years and she’s completely stepping back into Eva Price’s world. Now, with a bold new look and a brand-new on-screen family, Tyldesley has given fans an inside look at what to expect as Eva reclaims her place at the Rovers Return.
Stepping Back into Eva’s Shoes After Seven Years
Tyldesley left the ITV soap in 2018, and since then, fans have often wondered if Eva Price would ever return. Earlier this year, those hopes turned into headlines when news broke that she was indeed coming back to Weatherfield. Now, the actress has shared more details and she’s clearly enjoying every moment of her return.
She’s been offering fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse through social media, showing her excitement to be back on set. Her updates haven’t just been about filming; they’ve also highlighted how she’s preparing to get back into character after such a long break. Tyldesley is embracing the full Eva experience again and that includes reclaiming Eva’s signature style.
Coronation Street: “I Think They Really Do Have More Fun”
One of the biggest parts of getting back into character involved a major makeover. Since leaving the soap, Tyldesley had been wearing her hair dark, but she recently unveiled a striking return to blonde. On Instagram, she posted several photos of the new look and captioned them: “Recent Blonde Shenanigans… I think they really DO have more fun!” In a video shared to Coronation Street’s official Instagram, Tyldesley appeared as herself to introduce fans to Eva’s brand-new family.
Catherine said she wanted viewers to meet her new on-screen family and handed it over to the actors who’ll be playing a big part in Eva’s story. Shameless star Aaron McCusker joins as Eva’s partner Ben Driscoll, while EastEnders actress Pauline McLynn plays Ben’s mum, Maggie. Eva’s daughter Susie is returning too, alongside Ben’s two children. Together, they’ll form a new blended household right at the heart of the Rovers Return.
Why Eva’s Comeback Feels So Different
Speaking about what fans can expect, Tyldesley encouraged viewers to stay tuned for both “drama and giggles.” She hinted that the storyline will bring plenty of energy to the cobbles and she seemed excited by the fresh direction Eva’s life is now heading in.
Meanwhile, Coronation Street executive producer Kate Brooks said the team is thrilled to have Eva back behind the bar. She revealed that the Driscolls “do not arrive quietly,” and promised a mix of “big drama, explosive secrets and raucous knees-ups galore.”
Catherine Tyldesley has made it clear that returning to Coronation Street as Eva Price is something she’s enjoying. From what she’s revealed so far, fans can expect a confident, fun, and fiery version of Eva. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street updates and spoilers.