The stars of Coronation Street traded their on-screen personas for glamorous outfits at the ITV soap's annual summer party, held at the Junction bar in Manchester. The event saw fan favourites including Lucy Fallon (Bethany Platt), Tina O'Brien (Sarah Platt), Oliva Frances Brown (Jodie Ramsay), and many others in attendance.
Cast Pays for Own Party Amid ITV Cuts
According to a report by The Sun, due to significant cutbacks at ITV, the cast were reportedly required to pay an entry fee to attend the venue. A source told the publication: "The cast aren’t best pleased about having to do their own party. They have had to plan and pay for everything themselves. It is annoying for them that despite being one of the biggest TV productions in the country that they can’t have a celebration laid out for them. A few of the cast have been rolling their eyes behind-the-scenes."
Star-by-Star Style Highlights
Tina O'Brien
Tina O'Brien, who has been on the show since 1999, dazzled in a neutral-coloured dress that showed off her toned legs. With her blonde hair draped over her shoulders, she looked elegant. She has previously credited her youthful appearance to eight hours of sleep, water, and collagen supplements.
Lucy Fallon
Lucy Fallon wore a fitted baby pink dress with silver heels and a black handbag. The actress confessed earlier this year at Aintree that she doesn't watch Coronation Street because she dislikes seeing herself on screen.
Julia Goulding
Julia Goulding radiated in a little black dress paired with red heels. Her hair framed her face, making her look worlds apart from her character.
Vicky Myers
Vicky Myers, known for playing DS Lisa Swain, swapped her trademark suits for a fairy-style white skirt and black jacket, exuding sophistication.
Farrel Hegarty
Farrel Hegarty, who plays troublemaker Lou Michaelis, attended in a black dress with matching knee-high boots. She has previously appeared in Emmerdale and Brassic.
Sydney Martin
Sydney Martin, who joined the show in 2024 as Betsy Swain, added sparkle to the event with a gold sequined skirt and white corset top.
