For the latest Coronation Street news and spoilers - sign up here A former Coronation Street actress has spoken candidly about why she always used to dread this time of year.
Melissa Johns, who was born without her right forearm and hand, says she used to hate the sunny weather because it wasn't acceptable to hide the body that she 'loathed.' Melissa, a campaigner for disability on screen and stage, has told how it took her years to leave the house without something long-sleeved to cover up her arm.
Even now the actress, who played Imogen Pascoe in Corrie, says she still has days where she can struggle without her 'comfort blanket.' Addressing her followers on Instagram she wrote: "'Take your cardigan off!!' "I used to HATE the sunny
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