Coronation Street spoilers follow.

Coronation Street has aired a game-changing twist as Becky Swain was revealed to be alive.

After discovering her late wife Becky may have been a corrupt police officer, DS Lisa Swain has been relentlessly digging for the truth. However, her suspicions were finally put to rest last week, when the mysterious Tia Wardley explained that Becky had been helping her get her life together.

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Unbeknownst to Lisa, the woman claiming to be Tia was actually working for DI Costello, who is clearly harbouring some secrets. And the story took yet another turn tonight when Becky (played by Amy Cudden) emerged from hiding to visit her stunned family.

“Becky’s wife Lisa is about to get engaged and married to another woman. It was dangerous for Becky to return before, but her primary objective is to be with her wife and daughter,” explained Cudden.

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“While there wasn’t a direct threat to that central family unit, she kept her distance. Now that Carla is a clear threat and Lisa and Carla are deeply in love, Becky feels she must return to try and reclaim her family even if that puts her at risk.”

The actor, who made a brief appearance in Friday’s episode, revealed that Becky has “absolutely” been keeping tabs on Lisa and Betsy online. She added: “Her life in Alicante is hollow without them; nothing matters unless she gets her family back.”

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Cudden also addressed potential backlash from Swarla fans, especially given the fan-favourite couple’s recent engagement. She said she agreed with viewers who might be “furious” to see the “beautiful” relationship disrupted.

“It’s unconscionable, and they should be angry. However, it’s such a complicated relationship that other feelings will emerge as it unfolds. Things forged in fire only get stronger.

“Becky is a spanner in the works, but it doesn’t necessarily mean the worst, though it will be very difficult. Ultimately, this makes for really good TV and a fun, emotional, challenging, but rewarding journey for everyone.”

The actor added: “We want to give viewers a really good show; if everything was always wrapped up neatly, it wouldn’t be interesting. Come with us on this journey!”

Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.

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