ITV Coronation Street: Real life of Stephen Reid actor Todd Boyce - soap past, Hollywood roles and accent explained

When Laura Nuttall was given a heartbreaking diagnosis after a routine eye test, her life was turned upside down. She discovered she had Glioblastoma Multiforme, an aggressive and incurable form of brain cancer, in 2018.

Ambulances are being treated like ‘extra wards’ as patients are left outside hospital for up to three hours, say paramedics. Staff have told how ambulance handovers are taking hours, claiming ‘it isn’t safe’ as the NHS struggles under severe pressure.

BTS have officially been announced as the ambassadors for the World Expo 2030 in Busan, Korea by the expo’s Bid Committee.The appointment was announced by BTS’ management HYBE’s headquarters in Seoul on July 19. BTS leader RM also made a statement in a press release to Billboard, saying: “We are honoured to be appointed ambassadors for World Expo 2030 Busan.

Drake‘s new Beverly Hills mansion was recently subject to an alleged break-in by a man claiming to be the rapper’s son.According to TMZ, an employee at the mansion reportedly spotted the 23-year-old intruder near the pool on Friday, July 15. Police arrived and subsequently questioned the man, who claimed 35-year-old Drake was his father, a claim that was justifiably dismissed as the man was reportedly arrested for misdemeanour trespassing.The intruder never made it into Drake’s house, the outlet reports.

Julia Jacklin has shared new single ‘Love, Try Not To Let Go’, the latest to be lifted from forthcoming album ‘Pre Pleasure’ ahead of its release next month.“‘Love, Try Not To Let Go’ was written one night during the recording period in my apartment in Montreal. It’s the first song I’ve ever written fully on piano.

A training firm at the university academy co-founded by Manchester United's Class of 92 stars has been slammed as "inadequate" following an inspection. Code Nation Limited is an independent firm based at the University Academy 92 (UA92) in Stretford and Chester.

Rail passengers across Lanarkshire are seeing services return to their usual full timetable from today, after two months of reduced provision due to an industrial dispute.

Kris Jenner has flaunted both her wealth and her figure in an image she uploaded to Instagram of herself in a skintight dress, aboard a large luxury yacht.The Kardashian matriarch, 66, showed off her curves as she modelled a number from her daughter Kim Kardashian's clothing brand SKIMS.She posed on the lower deck of the huge boat, with one hand propping her up against a pillar, the other on her hip.READ MORE: Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson relationship timeline as they expect second childThe tight-fitting, mesh SKIMS dress was long-sleeved and in an "Obsidian Print", according to the brand's website, which clarified the print “is named for molten glass and inspired by the iconography of video games.”Her dress is designed to be worn with nothing underneath, but Kris paired hers with a slip. Kris captioned the image: "Yep I’m wearing @skims @kimkardashian".

Some of the cast of Coronation Street recently enjoyed a fun-filled night out together, with the group all heading to a bowling alley. Many stars of the hit ITV soap, including Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, Alison King, who portrays Carla Connor and Chris Gascoyne, who plays Peter Barlow, all met up for a few games of bowling before enjoying some well-deserved cocktails.The soap stars all posed for a group picture together and many took to social media to share fun snaps and videos of the night out, with some even showing off their bowling skills online.

Some of Coronation Street's biggest stars enjoyed some down time as they were photographed at a local bowling alley on Tuesday night. The cast of ITV's award-winning soap took a much-needed rest from the Cobbles to get a strike or two, posing for photos to document their trip.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd went head-to-head with his fellow soap stars during a fun game of bowling. The actor - who is best known for playing David Platt on the ITV soap - delighted Corrie fans as he shared a glimpse into the work outing on Instagram yesterday (June 28).In the shot, Jack was seen posing alongside his soaps co-stars with bowling balls at Lane7 in Manchester.

Coronation Street spoilers for next week see Fiz Stape (Jennie McAlpine) all set to tie the knot with Phill Whittaker (Jamie Kenna). However, it looks like it's going to be a rocky road to the altar. Fiz is shocked after her ex Tyrone (Alan Halsall) declares his love for her, but how will she react to his outburst? Meanwhile, Phill’s glamorous ex-wife Camilla (Louise Marwood) arrives unexpectedly and tags along to the hen night, making Fiz feel distinctly uncomfortable.

Coronation Street fans have been left fearing that Audrey Roberts could make an exit from the ITV cobbles after her on-screen son Stephen returned. Only recently, Stephen (Todd Boyce), who made a comeback after 15 years away, rescued Audrey from her drunken fall after ending up trapped in the barbers all night.

Coronation Street fans can expect plenty of drama next week as Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon) finds a disgusting video of herself circulating online.A stressed Maria bites Max Turner’s (Paddy Bever) head off in the barbers as she worries about the video, while coming under fire from her neighbours over their unemptied bins.When Liam Connor gets into a fight at school it becomes clear there’s now another viral video doing the rounds where Maria’s head has been placed on a naked woman to make it look like she’s in a porn film.READ MORE: Coronation Street fans confused as Kevin completely changes appearance mid-episodeGary Windass' raging as a devastated Maria’s shaken by how convincing the deep-fake video is.Maria reckons the police need informing about the threats she’s receiving.Despite Gary’s misgivings, Maria refuses to hide away and hosts a press conference.As she’s heckled by Jimmy, the refuse team leader, Gary decides that he’s behind the online alias making threats and aggressively pins him against the wall.Maria decides that being on the council isn’t worth all the strife it’s putting their family through.Sally Metcalfe's (Sally Dynevor) shocked to hear that Maria’s withdrawing from local politics and, explaining that she’s been in her position, implores her not to be beaten in her quest to make a difference.

Brian Packham has recently been left single on the cobbles after his partner left Weatherfield in a sudden exit. The Kabin owner in Coronation Street, played by Peter Gunn, wanted a new life for him and Cathy Matthew in Cornwall. But it was clear it wasn't what his girlfriend wanted.

CORONATION Street fans were left baffled last night when a familiar face returned to the cobbles after 15 years away. As revealed last week, Audrey Robert's son Stephen Reid is back on the soap for the first time since 2007.

CORONATION Street fans were left shocked after finding out the incredible age gap between Audrey Roberts and Gail Platt. The pair have become iconic residents of the cobbles over the decades. However, Coronation Street viewers were stunned when they discovered their baffling age gap off-screen.

Coronation Street fans were left completely shocked this week after discovering the age gap between actresses Sue Nichols and Helen Worth who play mother and daughter - or lack of. The pair first joined the cobbles in the 70s as mother and daughter Audrey Roberts and Gail Platt.

BOTH Audrey Roberts and Gail Platt have become iconic residents of the cobbles over the decades. However, Coronation Street viewers were stunned when they discovered their baffling age gap off-screen.

Coronation Street fans are set to welcome Stephen Reid to Weatherfield for the first time in 15 years.Actor Todd Boyce will make his long-awaited return to the ITV soap in upcoming scenes.He comes back just in time to help his mum, Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls), following an accident.READ NEXT: Coronation Street viewers uncover 'psycho' Max's next moveStephen is reunited with the Platt family as an ambulance arrives for Audrey, and he is furious that his mother was left alone all night without anyone noticing.He later climbs into the ambulance with Audrey as they speed off to the hospital.As Todd makes his Corrie comeback, Daily Star has taken a look inside his life away from the show.Stephen is the illegitimate son of Audrey and Geoff Masters and is the oldest half-brother of Gail.Todd first appeared in Corrie as Stephen in 1996 and then again in 19997.He was last seen on the Cobbles in 2007 when he returned to visit his family for Christmas.Stephen later returned to Milan with niece Sarah Platt and her daughter Bethany.He was unable to attend Gail's fifth wedding to Joe McIntyre.Todd appeared in Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks as Herb Carter back in 2012.The character was the husband of Connie Carter and father of Doug Carter.Doug revealed to his parents that he was gay and in a relationship with Ste Hay.Struggling to come to terms with the lie and revelation, Herb and Connie returned to the United States without speaking to Doug, leaving him hurt.There's MUCH more where that came from! Want all the jaw-dropping stories from the world of showbiz and up to the minute news from TV and soaps?Well, we've got you covered with our showbiz, TV and soaps newsletters - they'll drop straight into your inbox and you can unsubscribe

Coronation Street fans have been left surprised as they've been reminded of the age gap between the actresses behind iconic characters Audrey Roberts and Gail Platt. The mother and daughter, played by Sue Nicholls and Helen Worth, are currently at the forefront of the ITV soap.