A familiar Coronation Street face has left fans doing a double take after making a surprise appearance on one of Hollywood’s most glamorous red carpets—just eight months

after her character’s emotional exit from the cobbles. Once synonymous with Weatherfield warmth and wit, the actress has now quietly reinvented herself far from

the ITV spotlight, trading script pages for schedules and stepping into an entirely new role: full-time momager.

Coronation Street star Katy Cavanagh stunned soap fans as she attended the Critics Choice awards in the US with her son Jacobi Jupe

Jacobi stars in the new highly-acclaimed Hamnet movie

His movie star brother Noah, 20, also has a role in the flick based on Maggie O’Farrell’s novel

Katy now acts as a ‘momager’ for her kids

Katy Cavanagh, best known to millions as bubbly Julie Carp, stunned fans when she appeared at the Critics’ Choice Awards in the United States, marking a dramatic shift in both location and life direction. The 52-year-old actress, who officially quit Coronation Street in 2015 before making a shock return last year, was seen beaming proudly as she supported her two sons—rising stars Noah Jupe, 20, and his younger brother Jacobi, 12—at one of the most prestigious events in the film calendar.

For viewers who grew up watching Julie Carp’s infectious optimism and trademark blonde hair light up the Street, the sight was striking. Gone were the familiar golden locks; in their place, a sophisticated brunette look that symbolised not just a change in appearance, but a transformation in identity. This was no longer Julie Carp of Weatherfield—this was a woman firmly in control of a new chapter, standing confidently at the heart of Hollywood’s next generation.

Katy’s transatlantic journey comes after a deliberate decision to place her own acting career on hold. Rather than chasing the next on-screen role for herself, she has redirected her energy into guiding the careers of her sons, both of whom have secured roles in the critically acclaimed film Hamnet, directed by Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao. In a move that has stunned industry watchers, Jacobi landed the coveted title role, while Noah portrayed an actor performing Hamlet—a layered, demanding part that further cements his reputation as one of Britain’s most exciting young talents.

The Critics’ Choice Awards marked a significant milestone for the family, with Katy and Jacobi attending the ceremony together, while both boys were also expected to appear at the Golden Globes shortly after. For a former soap star whose career began in British television, the moment was nothing short of extraordinary.

Sources close to the family have revealed just how central Katy has become to her sons’ success. “She’s put everything into helping the boys have the best possible start in the industry,” one insider told MailOnline. “She’s completely selfless. Her own career has taken a back seat because she believes in their dreams—and she’s doing everything she can to help them realise them.”

She is best-known for playing Corrie’s Julie Carp

She has switched up her character’s blonde hairstyle for a brunette shade

Noah has previously starred in A Quiet Place and The Undoing

Crucially, those close to the situation are keen to stress that this is not a case of fame opening doors. Despite her iconic status in the UK, Katy is not a household name in Hollywood. “Her name hasn’t magically unlocked opportunities,” the source continued. “She’s simply worked relentlessly—supporting auditions, negotiating opportunities, and making sure they’re grounded in an industry that can chew people up.”

For Noah Jupe, the journey has already been remarkable. Before Hamnet, he made his mark in major Hollywood productions including A Quiet Place alongside Emily Blunt, HBO’s The Undoing opposite Nicole Kidman, and Franklin with Michael Douglas. Fans were astonished to later discover that the young actor’s mother was a beloved British soap star—a revelation that blurred the lines between UK television royalty and Hollywood prestige.

Yet the family’s ambition does not stop at acting. In a bold move that underscores their long-term vision, Noah launched a production company at just 19 years old, teaming up with his parents—Katy and her husband, producer Chris Jupe. The venture signals a desire not just to star in stories, but to tell them.

As part of this creative expansion, Katy has quietly stepped into another unexpected role: screenwriter. Drawing on years of storytelling experience, she has penned a script for a psychological thriller described as a dark, seductive blend of The Beach and The Talented Mr Ripley. Industry whispers suggest the project is already attracting interest.

“Katy isn’t just a Corrie icon,” another source revealed. “She’s a hugely talented writer with an instinct for character and tension. Partnering with her producer husband and Hollywood-level talent in her son is a natural evolution. It’s a smart, creative family unit—and the potential is enormous.”

For fans of Coronation Street, Katy’s transformation is bittersweet. Julie Carp’s journey on the soap was marked by heartbreak, resilience and warmth, and her departure felt like the end of an era. Yet her real-life story proves that endings can also be beginnings. From the cobbles of Weatherfield to the red carpets of Los Angeles, Katy Cavanagh has quietly rewritten her own narrative.

Eight months on from her soap “death,” she is not just surviving beyond Corrie—she is thriving, reshaping her legacy and building a future that extends far beyond herself. In stepping back from the spotlight to lift her sons into it, Katy has embraced a new kind of stardom—one defined not by applause, but by purpose.