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There are emotional scenes on next week's Coronation Street as James Bailey leaves the famous cobbles. After his footballing career at Weatherfield County came to an end after being diagnosed with a heart condition, James finds a new job and a new life in London.

Coronation Street fans were excited to welcome a new character to cobbles on tonight’s episode.James Bailey’s sister Dee-Dee was seen entering the famous street in dramatic fashion in a bid to save her brother from his football woes.The Weatherfield football star recently found out he had cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart that can be fatal and which landed him in hospital and put his football career on hold in recent scenes of the ITV soap.READ MORE: Coronation Street's Leo 'still alive' as fans twig unexpected Stephen plot twistHowever, the Bailey family are thrilled when Dee-Dee Bailey comes to the cobbles from America, although she was last thought to be living in Belgium.Thrilled fans took to social media to comment: “Yaay great new fun character in the street James sister.”A second added: “Just the breath of fresh air the Bailey family needs.”“I do like it when a new character makes me smile, #Corrie,” penned a third.A fourth agreed: “Already loving Dee Dee. Brilliant!”Actress Channique Sterling-Brown will be taking on the new role as James' solicitor sister.Dee-Dee arrived in dramatic fashion having left her bag with her valuables in the back of her cab.

Coronation Street has officially introduced fans to its newest character Dee-Dee Bailey. While she hasn't appeared on screen at the time of writing, her arrival was confirmed by the ITV soap's boss earlier this month. Before September is out, viewers will finally get to meet the much-talked-about Dee Dee Bailey, Ed and Aggie's daughter.

New spoilers reveal there's a big stand-off next week in Coronation Street, as Leo (Joe Frost) calls out Stephen (Todd Boyce) on his lies. But how will Stephen react when he realises he's been caught out? Leo knows he's onto something when he overhears Stephen discussing his plans with his wife Gabrielle (Helene Maksoud) on how he's going to repay the money he owes her. Leo reveals to Stephen that he’s heard every word and knows that he’s planning to get his hands on Audrey’s house to raise the cash.

Coronation Street newcomer Channique Sterling-Brown might be a new face on the ITV cobbles, but she already has links to more than just her Weatherfield family.Channique joins the show on September 28th as the oldest Bailey sibling Diana, better known as DeeDee. The sister to James and Michael and daughter of Aggie and Ed, DeeDee is a hotshot lawyer and provides an element of "chaos" to the street.But one question on everyone's mind with the introduction of a new character is whether they have any more links to existing fan favourites – and in DeeDee's case, it's true.READ MORE: Corrie Mikey North's exit 'sealed' as Gary Windass forced to dig his own graveSpeaking to Daily Star and other press about her introduction, actress Channique explained that DeeDee will be getting stuck in when it comes to Stu Carpenter's legal case.He served 27 years behind bars for the murder of Charlie Walters – one he swears he didn't commit.Channique explained: "DeeDee’s going to bring a lot of fun, a lot of chaos, but in a good way hopefully! She has made a friend in Alya played by Sair [Khan] which has been really great."They’re delving into Stu’s case, looking to see if they can get him exonerated.

There'll be drama on the cobbles this week as James Bailey suffers a heart attack – but the Coronation Street footballer won't be the only one to go through turmoil in the coming days. Here's what's coming up this week including Stu being attacked and Spider making a confession... 1.

Coronation Street fans are sure that notorious serial killer John Stape could still be alive after they 'solved' the identity of Hope's messenger 'Mad Dog'. Hope has been engaging in an online battle game with a mysterious stranger online, and during Monday's episode her pal Sam Blakeman quizzed her on who she was texting."Is it Mad Dog again?" he asked, as Hope implied that things are "over".READ MORE: Corrie’s Millie Gibson teases nipple piercing as she goes braless in paper-thin dressDuring their discussion about school projects, Hope said she intended to talk about her online games, while Sam would discuss chess – but could his identity finally be revealed if she slips up during the presentation?Now fans think it could be John Stape messaging his daughter, after he was 'killed off' on the soap back in 2011.The killer, who kidnapped Rosie Webster and took the lives of Colin Fishwick, Joy Fishwick and Charlotte Hoyle, was fatally injured in a car crash.But despite his on-screen death, stranger things have happened in Soapland, as one Facebook user wrote: "Yes [Mad Dog is] John Stape!"Another agreed on Twitter: "#Corrie Hope’s on about Mad Dog again… her dad’s deffo still alive!"A third user even suggested John could be behind the death of Stu's apparent murder victim Charlie Walters, as they posted: "Oh no, did John Stape kill Charlie too?!"Further speculation about Mad Dog's identity suggested it could be Hope's half-sister Jade Rowan, her dad's oldest child.Fiz's ex Phill Whittaker's name was also thrown into the ring.One fan tweeted: "I thought it was Phill, then his mum or even Phill’s ex.

Coronation Street fans can expect plenty of drama next week.Sarah Barlow (Tina O'Brien) tells uncle Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) that she’s arranged a meeting with a couple of potential investors. However Stephen’s shaken when his wife, Gabrielle, arrives on the street, telling him she wants the £200,000 euros back that he stole from her company or she’s going to the police.READ MORE: Coronation Street viewers 'work out' Kelly Neelan's grisly demise ahead of departureStephen lets himself into No8 and taking out the trust fund papers, practises his mum Audrey Roberts' (Sue Nicholls) signature.

EASTENDERS' bosses have teased a nail-biting spoiler ahead of Mick Carter's huge exit from the show, and fans think they have worked it out. Fans of EastEnders have speculated the outcome of Janine Butcher's lies and framing of Linda Carter, which so far, have been unsuccessful. Danny Dyer's Mick Carter is preparing to make a big exit from the show, which is said to take place near Christmas.

EASTENDERS is giving fans a run for their money in the coming weeks, with some major twists and turns, and major comebacks. Viewers will see the flashback episode of much loved Peggy Mitchell, a drama filled wedding and a return of one iconic character. Coming up over the next few weeks, Kat Slater and Phil Mitchell prepare for their huge wedding.

LINDA and Janine have finally faced off in an explosive brawl, leaving fans claiming it was the "best" Walford conflict "in YEARS." EastEnders fans have long awaited the culmination of this fiery storyline, which has seen Janine attempt to destroy Linda's life at every turn. Things finally came to a head after Linda accused Janine of having her daughter, Annie, taken away by social services. The recovering alcoholic stormed into the Queen Vic to get her revenge.

Coronation Street fans are so sure that Stu Carpenter didn’t murder Charlie Walters that they’ve come up with a pretty complex theory to uncover the real killer.And they think that youngster Hope Stape could be chatting to them online.Stu was imprisoned for 27 years for the murder of Charlie, but some digging by Alya and Zeedan has revealed that he was interrogated for 10 hours straight, and kept awake by abusive police officers.READ MORE:Corrie Sunita star's life - Emmerdale actor romance, Boy George link and two lovers ruleWith Stu adamant he’s innocent and nobody else in the frame, theories have abounded online, with plenty of viewers convinced that his daughter Bridget or ex-wife Lucy could be the real killer after finding out about Stu’s affair with Charlie.But what if it’s someone else altogether?One Reddit user thinks they’ve discovered the truth, as they took to the platform with a huge twist in mind.Reddit user MidnightSlater05 penned: “Any chance Hope is chatting to Charlie’s real killer?“A bit ago we found out Hope was speaking to someone online which seems to indicate a grooming story.“We know Stu didn't kill Charlie but that leaves a killer on the loose.“Maybe the real killer is still hunting for young girls and that's how they're going to integrate him into the street? Because with the way the Stu story is going they’ll have to show him being caught I would think or have him on the show and this way it pulls in other characters too,” they added.The eagle-eyed viewer concluded their post by saying: “Of course it would be a pretty massive coincidence but this wouldn't be the first time there's been convenient plotting done.”However, someone else replied: "I think it’s more likely Hope will be talking to a run

CORONATION Street fans are baffled as Alya Nazir uncovers new evidence in Stu Carpenter's case which was missed by detectives. The former homeless man is behind bars as he is accused of murdering his former lover Charlie.

Coronation Street fans are convinced Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson) and Alya Nazir (Sair Khan) are about to embark on a steamy affair.Alya and Zeedan Nazir (Qasim Akhtar) have been busy sorting through the case files in a bid to prove Stu Carpenter's innocence this week.Solicitor Adam quickly pointed out that Stu was questioned for over 10 hours which goes against the rules and there was a tape missing. READ MORE: Corrie Sunita star's life - Emmerdale actor romance, Boy George link and two lovers ruleAlya visited Stu in prison but they were interrupted by the arrival of Yasmeen.

Coronation Street's Stu will learn another secret about his family - as he plans to clear his name. Stu's happy life on the Cobbles with Yasmeen was rocked earlier this month when his ex-wife arrived on the scene and revealed he had been in prison. Stu was sent down for the murder of a young girl he had an affair with.

Coronation Street fans are convinced they've worked who really killed Charlie Walter.Zeedan (Qasim Akhtar) and Alya Nazir (Sair Khan) were determined to clear their friend Stu Carpenter's (Bill Fellows) name during Monday's episode of the ITV soap.Fans were left gobsmacked when Stu's secret was revealed a few weeks ago.READ MORE: Coronation Street Stu's real identity exposed as ex-wife Lucy drops major bombshellHe tried to protest his innocence but his ex Lucy arrived in Weatherifeld to tell Yasmeen Nazir (Shelley King) that Stu confessed to Charlie's murder after his DNA was found over her body.He’s done his time behind bars but sadly, his secret was dug up when a journalist made him from page of the Gazette.As Alya and Zeedan sorted through Stu’s case files, they come across the interview tapes.Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson) pointed out that Stu was questioned for over 10 hours, which is against the rules and there's also a tape missing.Adam (Sam Robertson) points out that Stu was questioned for over 10 hours, which is against the rules and there is also a tape missing.Later on, in the prison visiting room, Yasmeen listened to Stu as he told her about the affair with Charlie, who was 12 years his junior.Norman, Stu’s solicitor, also confirmed that Stu was coerced into making a confession.Fans rushed to their keyboards to predict that Lucy killed Charlie after learning about Stu's affair.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "I can't believe Stu was framed like this. I reckon Stu's ex wife and daughter teamed up to frame him? Maybe they both killed that young girl together."Another added: "I bet Stu's ex is the real murderer."A third person posted: "Maybe it's stu's ex that killed he girl.

EastEnders star Jessie Wallace has revealed she’s not engaged to Justin Gallwey – despite calling him hubby. The 50-year-old sparked speculation over the weekend that she had secretly tied the knot, after a year of dating the carpenter.

AFTER being accused of murder and breaching the peace, Stu Carpenter was thrown behind bars. The former homeless man returns to Coronation Street this week and Yasmeen Nazir is determined to clear his name. Get the lowdown.

Coronation Street fans can expect plenty of drama next week as Kelly Neelan (Millie Gibson) finds her life in danger once again.Ellie from the Gazette calls at the bistro with some leaflets promoting a Win a Dream Wedding competition and Kelly makes out that she and Aadi Alahan (Adam Hussain) are planning a wedding. Kelly assures Aadi that they won’t actually get married, they’ll just enjoy the holiday.READ MORE: Coronation Street’s Peter Barlow and Stu link ‘exposed’ by fans as they twig connectionShe explains to him that as part of the qualifying process they have to take part in a Mr & Mrs quiz. As Kelly and Aadi ask each other probing questions, they each admit that they’ve never had a sexual relationship and Aadi leans in for a kiss.

Coronation Street fans are sure they’ve unearthed a huge hidden link between Peter Barlow and Stu Carpenter in what could be a big twist in the tale.The pair haven’t yet shared a scene on-screen, and fans think they might actually know each other already, having crossed paths at various points in their lives.Not only have Peter and Stu both served time in prison - with Stu currently behind bars for breaching the peace and his parole conditions - but they’ve both been active members of the Navy. READ MORE: Corrie's Sally Carman and Joe Duttine host second wedding bash attended by co-stars Taking to Twitter to air their views, one fan penned: “Stu is ex-Navy like Peter Barlow! #Corrie.”“Can’t believe Stu still hasn’t had a single scene with Peter when they probably served together! CBA with Corrie keeping them apart when they could be besties urgh,” a second posted.Another fan then followed up: “I want them to be talking in the Rovers or something and realise they served together.”Some fans even think something more sinister could be afoot, as Stu’s ex-wife shares the same name as Peter’s - Lucy.Lucy Barlow died of breast cancer off-screen after moving to Australia - but as she was never seen again on the cobbles, could it be that she faked her death and remarried, this time to Stu?Some fans certainly think so, and reckon Stu could be out for revenge on Peter, as one posted to social media: “If he was in the Navy could it be Peter that he is after? After all one of Peters wives (Simon’s mum) was called Lucy.”Another agreed: “I just find it weird that Peter and Stu served in the Navy together, were in prison probs at the same time, and both have exes called Lucy… #Corrie.”For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star,

There's terrifying drama for Coronation Street teens Kelly and Aadi next week after the teens embark on a plot to make it appear that they're planning to get married. As Ellie from the Gazette calls at the bistro with some leaflets promoting a Win a Dream Wedding’ competition Kelly makes out that they're engaged.