Coronation Street fans have been praising a decision made in Kit Green's cancer storyline as they spotted a 'new duo' in the long-running ITV soap, which is filmed in Salford.
Kit, played by Jacob Roberts, was diagnosed with breast cancer in scenes aired this week. The diagnosis follows the death of Bernie Winter's aunt, Celeste, who made Gemma Winter-Brown aware that the family may carry the familial BRCA gene. Carrying a familial BRCA gene mutation means inheriting a harmful change in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes from a parent, which significantly raises a person's lifetime risk of developing certain cancers.
While Bernie and Gemma face testing, Kit has already been seeking medical help over concerns about his own health and has been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, which had already spread to his lymph nodes. The Coronation Street production team are working closely with Macmillan Cancer Support and Breast Cancer Now to accurately portray Kit's cancer while raising awareness of the risks of the illness among men.
Fans react to Todd's involvement
During Wednesday's (September 9) episode, Kit accidentally collided with Ross Wilkes in the Rovers, causing him to spill his drinks. When Kit clutched his chest in pain, Ross accused him of overreacting, unaware of his diagnosis. This caused Kit to lose his temper and punch Ross in the face. Fuming, Ross said he would report Kit, as Bethany Platt dragged him out.
Later, Todd Grimshaw, who knows about Kit's recent diagnosis, headed to see Ross to try to smooth things over. Ross said he wouldn't press charges but would accept a few beers as an apology. During Thursday's (September 10) episode, Todd told Kit he had smoothed things over with Ross and that Kit should share his news with his family, after joining him at an earlier hospital appointment.
Fans praise the pairing
It was the scenes between the pair that got fans talking on social media. @sabbyissingular said: "What a great duo these two are! Whoever at @ITV, @itvcorrie decided too have Todd involved in this kit storyline… YOU deserve a raise! Two characters who couldn’t be further from one another but alike in so many ways! Made ever more fab by Jacob & Gareth themselves! #corrie."
@C70268211 commented: "I knew Todd would do a George. Kit can't hold off telling others for much longer though. You can't blame other characters for not understanding fully if they don't know. #Corrie." @tardisgirl93 added: "No but I loved this scene. Todd supporting Kit? This is a great idea #corrie."
