Former Coronation Street favourite Tracy Barlow may have moved on from her scandalous affair, but she’s finally opened up about the fallout of her relationship with Tommy Orpington, and it turns out, things behind the scenes were far more complicated than viewers realised. Her revelations have stirred fresh speculation about one familiar face possibly making a return but is it really over?
Tommy and Tracy’s Short-Lived Dream
It wasn’t long ago that Tommy Orpington left Weatherfield behind in a blaze of tabloid-worthy drama. The former footballer’s fling with married Tracy Barlow rocked the cobbles, especially for Steve McDonald, who never saw it coming. After the affair was exposed, Tracy didn’t just walk away from her marriage; she left her entire life behind to follow Tommy. The couple seemed ready for a fresh start. But cracks soon appeared in their perfect picture.
Trouble hit when Tommy accepted another job in Southampton, throwing their plans into disarray. Tracy, still shaken after being drugged by Cassie Plummer, refused to relocate again, especially with her father Ken Barlow needing her support. The disagreement led to a painful breakup, as Tommy prioritised his career, leaving Tracy heartbroken and back where she started.
Actor Matt Milburn Hints at Return
Now, actor Matt Milburn, who played Tommy, has revealed he’d be open to stepping back onto the cobbles. Speaking about the character’s future, he said there’s definitely room for Tommy to return, pointing out that he hasn’t been killed off. For Matt, Coronation Street remains one of the top jobs, describing it as “perfect” for him personally. He also shared how iconic the show is, especially for actors from the north like himself.
Growing up with Corrie, he said it would be strange not to have it on his bucket list. Reflecting on his time on the soap, Matt expressed gratitude for the role. He said, “You never know, there might be a window to come back in the future.” Interestingly, Matt’s recent return was partly tied to actress Kate Ford’s schedule.
With Ford only making guest appearances last year, Tommy’s storyline helped fill in gaps while maintaining Tracy’s presence in the show. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street updates and behind-the-scenes news.