{"id":604494,"date":"2026-09-18T17:20:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T17:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/604494\/"},"modified":"2026-09-18T17:20:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T17:20:13","slug":"bernies-cancer-results-confirmed-on-coronation-street-as-kit-rages-soaps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/604494\/","title":{"rendered":"Bernie&#8217;s cancer results confirmed on Coronation Street as Kit rages | Soaps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"646\" height=\"429\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_312394393-d1f2.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-29602906\" alt=\"Dev Alahan, Bernie Winter and Kit Green at the hospital in Coronation Street\" decoding=\"sync\"\/><br \/>\n\t\tKit is sent into a fury. (Picture: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s not much sunshine for the Winter family right now in\u00a0<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tv-soaps\/coronation-street\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Coronation Street<\/a>, and it\u2019s about to get worse.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the death of an estranged aunt, <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/bernie-winter\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bernie Winter<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/jane-hazlegrove\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jane Hazlegrove<\/a>)\u2019s world was turned upside down by the discovery that theBRCA gene runs in the family. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means, that her children <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/gemma-winter\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gemma Winter-Brown<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/dolly-rose-campbell\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dolly-Rose Campbell<\/a>) and <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/kit-green\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kit Green<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/jacob-roberts\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jacob Roberts<\/a>) could be at risk from the disease, as well as her grandson <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/brody-michaelis\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Brody Michaelis<\/a>\u00a0(<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/ryan-mulvey\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ryan Mulvey<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is of course very distressing for Bernie, who has already experienced the tragic loss of her son <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/paul-foreman\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Paul Foreman<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/peter-ash\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Peter Ash<\/a>), who <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2023\/11\/06\/coronation-street-spoilers-bernie-to-miss-dying-pauls-final-months-19764213\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lost his life to Motor Neurone Disease<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Needless to say, the revelation has sent the family into a panic and they\u2019re all getting tested.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, it\u2019s too late for Kit.Unbeknownst to his mother, sister and son, he\u2019s already been tested. and the results aren\u2019t good. <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/08\/28\/coronation-street-confirms-stage-three-breast-cancer-diagnosis-major-male-character-29484268\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">He was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t<img width=\"646\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_309776666_ecd0e0.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-29519975\" alt=\"FROM ITV  STRICT EMBARGO - No use before 2100hrs Friday 28th August 2026   Coronation Street   New Coronation Street promo shows Kit facing major health scare  Coronation Street is to explore the reality of male breast cancer as Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) faces a shocking diagnosis.  His discovery comes after the family are made aware that they may carry the familial BRCA gene following the passing of estranged Aunt Celeste who leaves behind the devastating family secret.  But as mum Bernie (Jane Hazelgrove) and half sister Gemma (Dolly Rose Campbell) face testing, unbeknownst to them and the viewers, Kit has already been seeking medical help after concerns over his health.  Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com  Photographer - Danielle Baguley  This photograph is (C) ITV and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearanc\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n\t\tKit\u2019s diagnosis has turned his world upside down. (Picture: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Cobbles copper was hit by a bolt from the blue as he learnt that he would need further tests to determine the best course of treatment, butthe most likely outcome would be a mastectomy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only person he\u2019s confided in so far isn\u2019t even in his family. It\u2019s <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/todd-grimshaw\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Todd Grimshaw<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/gareth-pierce\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gareth Pierce<\/a>), who has since been determined to be there for Kit \u2013 who is not exactly making it easy for him. So far, Todd has agreed to keep Kit\u2019s secret.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But this is Soapland, and secrets usually have a pretty short shelf-life. Especially with <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/lisa-swain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lisa Connor-Swain<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/vicky-myers\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Vicky Myers<\/a>) sniffing around, who has already had to cover for Kit at work. <\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tAsk Metro<\/p>\n<p class=\"metro-disclaimer\">Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about \u2013 powered by Metro and trusted publications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In tonight\u2019s episode, Lisa puts pressure on Kit to find the murderer of a <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/09\/08\/iconic-ask-me-coronation-street-newcomer-dead-five-words-29559877\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">victim called Luke Cookson<\/a>, who had died after an assault led to a bleed on the brain. With his secret health crisis weighing heavy on his mind, Kit\u2019s fresh out of patience and snaps at Lisa, who waste no time voicing her concerns to Bernie.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t<img width=\"646\" height=\"477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_312394410-55f4.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-29602898\" alt=\"FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No use before Tuesday 15th September 2026 Coronation Street - Ep 11947 Tuesday 22nd September 2026 At the station, KitGreen [JACOB ROBERTS] loses his rag with a suspect and Lisa Swain [VICKY MYERS] is forced to step in. Lisa orders Kit to take the day off and sort himself out or he could lose his job. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com This photograph is (C) ITV and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itv.com\/presscentre\/itvpictures\/terms\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n\t\tWill Lisa figure out what\u2019s bothering Kit before it costs him his job? (Picture: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kit\u2019s temper only gets worse when he chases after a young lad, accusing him of murdering Luke and spoiling for a rumble. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How did it go? Not well apparently, as Kit is sporting two black eyes by the time he joins the family for pizza night. Worried for him, Bernie tells Kit that she has a good feeling about her cancer test and is certain she\u2019ll get the all clear. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, that\u2019s less than certain in next week\u2019s trip to the Cobbles, where a trip to hospital leads to a furious confrontation for the Winter clan.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/dev-alahan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dev Alahan<\/a> (<a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/jimmi-harkishin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jimmi Harkishin<\/a>) and Kit accompany Bernie to her appointment. In the waiting room she tells them she knows in her heart of hearts that her test will prove negative.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t<img width=\"646\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_312394396-4703.jpg\" class=\"article-image wp-image-29602905\" alt=\"FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No use before Tuesday 15th September 2026 Coronation Street - Ep 11946 Monday 21st September 2026 Dev Alahan [JIMMI HARKISHIN] and Kit Green [JACOB ROBERTS] accompany Bernie Winter Alahan [JANE HAZLEGROVE] to her appointment. In the waiting room she tells them she knows in her heart of hearts that her test will prove negative. Kit loses his temper and storms off. Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com Photographer - Danielle Baguley This photograph is (C) ITV and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itv.com\/presscentre\/itvpictures\/terms\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n\t\tWill Kit confide his cancer diagnosis in his mum? (Picture: ITV)<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her relentless optimism triggers Kit, who loses his temper and storms off. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bernie catches up with Kit and berates him for his negative attitude. Will Kit finally open up about his own diagnosis?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"metro-more-link\">Arrow<br \/>\nMORE: <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/09\/14\/lisa-issues-serious-warning-coronation-street-kit-risks-entire-future-29589483\/?ico=more_text_links\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lisa issues serious warning on Coronation Street as Kit puts entire future at risk<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"metro-more-link\">Arrow<br \/>\nMORE: <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/09\/14\/bernie-devastated-coronation-street-fears-kids-will-die-29588983\/?ico=more_text_links\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bernie \u2018absolutely devastated\u2019 in Coronation Street as she fears more of her children will die<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"metro-more-link\">Arrow<br \/>\nMORE: <a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2026\/09\/12\/coronation-streets-bethany-forced-deliver-heartbreaking-kit-news-sarah-29585131\/?ico=more_text_links\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Coronation Street\u2019s Bethany forced to deliver heartbreaking news about Kit to Sarah<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"metro-button share-bar-comments\" data-vars-position=\"bottom\" href=\"#metro-comments-container\"><br \/>\n\t\t\tComment now<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\tComments<br \/>\n\t\t<\/a><a data-ico=\"hyperlink-article\" class=\"metro-button share-bar-preferred-source\" data-vars-position=\"bottom\" href=\"https:\/\/google.com\/preferences\/source?q=https:\/\/metro.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\tAdd Metro as a Preferred Source on Google<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\tAdd as preferred source<br \/>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\tThe Soaps Newsletter \u2013 Weekly<\/p>\n<p>Sign up for exclusive spoilers and interviews, handpicked by our Soaps Editor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Kit is sent into a fury. 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