Beloved character Alex Warner, played by Liam Bairstow, made a surprise return to Coronation Street, delighting fans who celebrated his reappearance in Roy's Rolls cafe. The soap made history by casting Liam, its first actor with Down's syndrome, in 2015. In a separate development, actress Lucy Fallon, known for portraying Bethany Platt, shared her reasons for returning to Coronation Street after a four-year hiatus, emphasizing the significance of her character's involvement in key storylines. Fallon revealed that her character, Bethany, plays a crucial role in uncovering the mystery surrounding Lauren's fate, highlighting the gripping nature of the storyline. Additionally, Fallon expressed her relief at not being written off the show and discussed the personal growth and life experiences she had during her break from the series.