ITV Coronation Street: Real life of Fiz Stape actress Jennie McAlpine - first soap role, own business, secret wedding and Corrie 'exit'

Cherishing the memories. After Naomi Judd’s April 2022 death, the country singer’s loving family will hold their special moments with her in their hearts.

Coronation Street newcomer Phill Whittaker arrived onto the cobbles last summer. The character was at the centre of one of the ITV soap's juicy storylines, as he was introduced as Fiz Stape's new love interest after her long-term relationship with Tyrone Dobbs broke down following his affair with Alina Pop.

It's not very often Coronation Street comes with a warning but one of the soap's stars has issued one ahead of heartbreaking scenes. Mille Gibson, who plays Kelly Neelan in the ITV soap, took to Instagram to share a short message with the show's fans.

Alan Halsall was ever the proud parent as he took his daughter out for a special, Disney-inspired, night out in Manchester. The actor, who is best known for playing Tyrone Dobbs in the ITV soap, hit the red carpet with Sienna and his actress girlfriend.

It was another soapy night in Manchester as the stars of both Coronation Street and Emmerdale hit the red carpet for a magical night in the city.

Coronation Street actress Kel Allen has opened up on her close bond with co-star Georgia Taylor away from Weatherfield.The actress has said goodbye to the ITV soap after two years and her final scenes will play out this week.Laura has been battling a terminal illness and recently took the blame for the murder of her husband Rick Neelan so that his real killer, Gary Windass (Mikey North), can continue to care for her daughter Kelly Neelan (Millie Gibson).Previously speaking about her final scenes, Kel revealed: ""Oh my god, it’s emotional. I get emotional and start filling up just thinking about it."It’s been three years [since Gary killed Rick] in the running and people have been desperate for the truth to come out but I don’t think they were expecting that twist."Because of that twist the death scenes when they come are even more emotionally charged." She also opened up about the bond she has with her co-stars on and off the screen.Kel continued: "The biggest thing I have taken from it is the relationships with the people there."Millie [Gibson] is incredible, such a talented actor and she is the daughter I never had."I knew Georgia [Taylor] before I joined as we trained together many years ago so it has been brilliant working with her again.

Ranvir Singh was quick to address her error as she made a bit of a slip up before interviewing Coronation Street star Kel Allen. The actress, who plays Laura Neelan in the ITV soap, was on the show to discuss her final scenes.

Coronation Street fans were left stunned during the latest scenes on the soap as a heartbroken Toyah Battersby headed to the hospital and ended up confronting Abi Franklin after she discovered her son Alfie was the result of a one night stand with her fiance Imran Habeeb. The fresh drama began on the cobbles on Friday when Toyah revealed at her adoption hearing with Imran that he had been cheating on her and had a secret baby with their drug addict neighbour Abi.

Coronation Street fans were sharing their worry on Monday night as the soap returned to screens. It was back to Weatherfield for the latest drama as the fallout from Imran Habeeb and Abi Franklin's baby discovery.

Fans were all left asking the same question as Fiz Stape left Coronation Street after almost 21 years. Fiz, played by Jennie McAlpine, has headed off to a new home with partner Phill Whittaker.

A man who brandished a 12-inch kitchen after his friend's young dog had been fatally attacked by a couple's bigger dog has been spared jail.

HOPE Stape is going to wreak havoc on Coronation Street soon as she tries to destroy mum Fiz’s new life. The troubled child of Fiz and serial killer John Stape has shown herself to be dangerous in the past.

Coronation Street is set to see four faces leave the ITV soap next week, with three stars set to leave the programme entirely.The soap could see four people go in the same week with one popular cast member departing for good.Corrie will see another move away but seemingly stays with the show.There could also be two more departures on top of this too, as one character is reportedly set to pass away in very harrowing upcoming scenes.Then another minor character is also not likely to stick around on the soap for much longer.It has already been confirmed that Emma Brooker will leave the soap after four years, with her real life counterpart Alexandra Mardell quitting earlier this year.According to reports, it is known that her secret link to newcomer Jon's grandfather Ted will finally be exposed.Whether Emma will have to go on the run or face prison, it remains to be seen, though her exit will air on Friday, April 8.It is unclear whether she will get her happily ever after with Jon, after he asked her to move to Oz with him, but with Emma gone, we're sure he won't be sticking around.But once he finds out what happened to Ted, perhaps he will change his mind and lead to more trouble for Emma.Another fan favourite set to depart the famous street is the iconic Fiz Brown, who will be moving away from the cobbles for the first time since her 2001 debut.However, Fiz doesn't seem to be leaving the show entirely and soon returns to her job at the factory after having doubts over her big life move.But if she does decide to go and stay with Phill full time, then we may see a more permanent exit for her.Finally, it looks like Laura Neelan could tragically lose her life in next Friday's episode, due to her battle with cancer.This hasn't

Coronation Street fans watched as Toyah Battersby found out the mother of all secrets this week - that her cheating partner Imran Habeeb is the father of Abi Webster's baby boy. The Underworld worker and councillor tore strips off the solicitor after finding out the news from Abi's husband Kevin. He found the birth certificate for baby Alfie at Abi's flat and quickly left before informing Toyah who was heading to an adoption meeting with Imran about Elsie, the little girl they have been fostering.

ITV soap Coronation Street. In this dramatic scene the lass, played by Isabella Flanagan, jumps into the driving seat of a digger.It’s a crazed bid to ruin the house Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) and lover Phill Whittaker (Jamie Kenna) are renovating.But Hope gets more than she bargains for when the digger smashes his car.An onlooker said: “Phill pleads with Hope to stop what she’s doing, but she ignores him and it’s his car that suffers!”Fiz and ex Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) get the shock of their lives when they see what has happened.The scene is due to air on the ITV soap in late spring.This week, it was revealed that Fiz would be moving away from the street with Phill after she moved out of No9.She and ex Tyrone split up late last year, but the Corrie stalwart was left devastated when he realised Fiz would be leaving sooner rather than later.In upcoming episodes, Fiz tells Tyrone that she is worried she's making a mistake by choosing to move away from the cobbles.But Ty tells her that she deserves the fresh start, and that moving into a bigger house with a nice garden for their daughters will be a good thing.When he waves them off, though, he's forced to hide his heartache as he secretly hopes to get back with Fiz.Fiz returns to the street to head to work at Underworld and tries her best to seem happy about her new living arrangements.She goes to see Ty and the garage and he finally admits he misses having her and the girls down the road.Judging from our pictures, though, it seems it won't make her change her mind – at least not yet.Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here .

Coronation Street fans were left shocked after a new character made an appearance who looked suspiciously similar to Sean Tully.In a recent storyline, Fiz Stapeand Phill Whittaker have been attempting to sell their house. They have been advised to lower the price but decided against the move, so called a meeting with their estate agent to discuss their thoughts.The agent appeared skittish and chatty when he first sat down to talk with the couple and began by mentioning the cafe’s interior.He asked them: “Is this a greasy spoon, or a boutique cafe with a steam punk vibe?”The agent then said he liked “eccles cakes” and that he and Roy would “get on famously”.Fiz then thanked him for meeting them face to face and the agent said that he was “in the area” as everyone is trying to “sell up” due to the “sink holes”.He said that the “rest of the country is in a buying frenzy” but round here is “nada”.

Coronation Street star Tanisha Gorey isn't one for posting on social media too often but she quickly drew in the compliments with her latest post on Instagram.

Gareth Pierce made a seamless return to screens in Coronation Street on Wednesday night as Todd Grimshaw reappeared in Weatherfield.

It was all smiles from Coronation Street star, Sam Aston, 28, and his pregnant wife Briony, 26, on Sunday, March 27, as they attended the Mum and Me event at Mere Golf Club in Cheshire. Sam’s childhood sweetheart Briony rocked a gorgeous pregnancy glow as she cradled her burgeoning baby bump whilst posing for cameras alongside Sam.

Coronation Street's Phill Whittaker looks set to be the reason Fiz Stape leaves Weatherfield after 21 years as the pair make a fresh start. Fiz made her first appearance in the ITV soap as a feisty teen fostered by Roy and Hayley Cropper back in 2001 and has been a part of life on the cobbles ever since despite Bury actress Jennie McAlpine, who plays her, only initially signed to appear for five episodes before being made a permanent character.

Coronation Street's legendary red-head Fiz Stape has been spotted proudly showing off her brand new pad following her departure from the iconic Weatherfield cobbles.Try not to worry too much though, Corrie fans, as Jennie McAlpine - who has played the second-hand furniture flogger since she first joined the soap in 2001 - is not yet leaving Weatherfield entirely. Fiz is set to pack her bags and leave her terraced house in the coming weeks in order to move into a luxury Victorian semi with new boyfriend Phill Whittaker (Jamie Kenna).