Coronation Street’s Catherine Tyldesley Teases “Shocking” New Storylines as Eva Price’s Explosive Return Changes Everything

After seven long years away from the cobbles, Coronation Street favourite Catherine Tyldesley has made her triumphant return as the fiery and glamorous Eva Price—

and the actress promises that the drama is only just beginning. Taking back her place in the heart of Weatherfield as the new landlady of the Rovers Return,

Eva’s comeback has already sent shockwaves through the iconic soap, and Catherine has now teased that her new storyline

will be packed with laughter, heartbreak, and jaw-dropping twists.

Eva’s return wasn’t just a nostalgic moment for long-time fans—it marked the beginning of a new chapter for both the character and the show itself. This time around, Eva isn’t alone. She’s returned with a new family in tow: her charming husband Ben and his formidable mother, Maggie, whose fortune, it’s now been revealed, helped Ben buy the pub. With the trio taking over one of the most legendary establishments in television history, the dynamics behind the bar are already simmering with tension and hidden agendas.

Speaking to The Express, Catherine revealed that her homecoming has been filled with warmth, laughter, and a creative energy that’s reminded her why she fell in love with the show in the first place.

“What’s been lovely since coming back is the Rovers has just been filled with so much happiness and joy,” she said. “I can’t tell you how many parties we’ve had in there—it’s been amazing. The energy of the cast and the writing is top-notch, so I’ve been having a lot of fun.”

But in true Coronation Street fashion, happiness on the cobbles rarely lasts for long. Tyldesley was quick to hint that beneath the cheer of pub parties and witty banter lies something far darker.

“However, it is Coronation Street,” she teased. “So while there’s lots of laughter, there are also some really heavy and shocking moments coming up. It’s going to surprise people.”

Those “shocking moments” are already beginning to take shape, as the show recently introduced Ben’s troubled son, Will, whose arrival has stirred up more questions than answers. Viewers have learned that Will’s struggle to settle into Weatherfield may be linked to secrets Ben would rather keep buried. As the layers of deceit begin to unravel, all signs point to Eva being drawn into a dangerous web—one that could threaten everything she’s built since her return.

Fans have long remembered Eva as one of Coronation Street’s most complex heroines—glamorous yet vulnerable, tough yet tender-hearted. Tyldesley’s performance during her original run earned widespread acclaim, particularly for storylines that saw Eva navigate heartbreak, betrayal, and devastating loss. Now, her reappearance promises a new evolution for the character: older, wiser, but perhaps still too trusting for her own good.

Behind the scenes, Catherine’s enthusiasm for reprising her role has been infectious. She praised the writing team for crafting stories that give Eva real depth and emotional resonance.

“I’m extremely grateful to the writers for giving Eva so much,” she said. “They’ve created this amazing balance of joy and heartbreak, and I’m really proud of what we’ve been doing. Fingers crossed they don’t get bored of me too fast—I’m just enjoying it while it lasts!”

Asked about the permanence of her return, Catherine laughed off the question with her trademark wit.

“Well, it depends when they get fed up with me! That laugh can get quite irritating!” she joked, though fans are certainly not ready to see her go anytime soon.

Catherine’s comments suggest that Eva’s arc will be integral to the show’s upcoming months, and that her story may intertwine with several key characters in explosive ways. The Rovers Return has always been the emotional epicentre of Coronation Street, and with Eva behind the bar, it seems the pub will once again become the stage for secrets, scandals, and showdowns.

As for Ben and Maggie, the pair’s polished exterior may soon begin to crack. Rumours from within Weatherfield suggest that Ben’s mysterious past could catch up with him sooner than he thinks—and when the truth comes out, it could devastate Eva and destroy everything she’s fought to rebuild. Meanwhile, Maggie’s influence looms large, with her wealth and power casting a long shadow over the newlyweds’ happiness. Her presence raises the question: who really holds the reins at the Rovers?

Catherine’s return has also reignited excitement among fans who have followed Eva’s tumultuous journey since she first appeared in 2011. From her explosive relationship with Aidan Connor to her unforgettable moments of heartbreak and redemption, Eva became one of the show’s most beloved and unpredictable figures. Viewers have taken to social media to express their delight at seeing her back in Weatherfield, with many speculating that she will once again be at the heart of a major storyline that tests her strength and resilience.

As the actress herself hinted, the tone of Eva’s comeback will blend humour and heartbreak in the way only Coronation Street can deliver. “There’s so much fun in the Rovers right now,” Catherine shared. “But that’s what makes the darker moments hit even harder. You get lulled into this sense of warmth—and then suddenly, everything changes.”

Indeed, Coronation Street has long been known for its ability to balance laughter and tragedy, and Eva’s storyline looks set to continue that tradition in thrilling fashion. With Ben’s secret threatening to explode, Will’s troubled behaviour spiralling out of control, and Maggie’s manipulative influence growing by the day, Eva may soon find herself caught between love, loyalty, and survival.

As Catherine Tyldesley settles back into life on set, one thing is certain: her return has breathed new life into Weatherfield’s most iconic pub and set the stage for a gripping new era of Coronation Street.

For now, fans can only wait and watch as the mystery deepens and Eva Price faces her most shocking challenge yet. In the world of Coronation Street, happiness is fleeting—but drama is forever.