Coronation Street viewers have been left astonished after discovering that Jodie Ramsey (Olivia Frances Brown) bears a striking resemblance to a famous soap star—but it is not her on-screen sister Shona Platt. Instead, fans have pointed out that Jodie looks remarkably like Hollyoaks' Mercedes McQueen, played by Jennifer Metcalfe.
Jodie's Troubled Arrival on the Cobbles
Jodie made her debut earlier this year during the Corriedale crossover episode, where she was being held captive by Emmerdale's Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough). After escaping, viewers learned she was Shona Platt's (Julia Goulding) estranged younger sister, hiding many secrets. She moved into number eight Coronation Street with Shona and David Platt (Jack P Shepherd), but her stay has been far from peaceful.
Jodie's Web of Deceit
Jodie has caused significant trouble, including luring David into bed by pretending to be Shona and launching an online hate campaign against Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) while acting as his confidante. She also stole a gun from Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard) and attacked David's sister, Sarah (Tina O'Brien), on the night of Theo Silverton's (James Cartwright) murder. Sarah discovered Jodie was responsible but cannot report her because Jodie knows Sarah lied to the police about her whereabouts on the night of Theo's death. Viewers later learned Sarah was Theo's killer, with Gary Windass (Mikey North) covering up the crime.
Fans Spot the Resemblance
Soap fans have been quick to note the physical similarities between Olivia Frances Brown and Jennifer Metcalfe. One fan wrote on Reddit: "It finally struck me today who Jodie reminds me of. Her face and personality remind me of Mercedes McQueen from Hollyoaks." Another added: "Yes, the actresses do resemble each other," while a third said: "Yes the freckles too. Plus, the long hair." A fourth commented: "I still haven't put my finger on who she reminds me of, but Mercedes defo looks like her!"
Other Lookalike Suggestions
Some fans also suggested Jodie resembles former Rovers barmaids Samantha Failsworth (Tina Hobley) and Tanya Pooley (Eva Pope). One viewer noted: "Yes. I see [Tanya] around the eyes. Jodie definitely got one of those faces that look like others dependent on expression."
Mercedes McQueen's Legacy
Mercedes McQueen was first introduced to Hollyoaks in 2006 and has become one of the longest-serving and most beloved characters. She has been involved in memorable storylines, including tumultuous marriages, being held hostage, and a heartbreaking bowel cancer diagnosis.
Coronation Street airs weekday nights at 8.30pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
