Coronation Street fans are buzzing with a major theory that a dramatic 'retcon' is on the horizon for landlady Eva Price, as her emotional secret continues to unravel on screen.
Eva's Emotional Secret Sparks Fan Theories
In Monday's episode of the ITV soap, Eva, played by actress Catherine Tyldesley, was left visibly shaken after a conversation about expanding her family. Her daughter Susie expressed a Christmas wish for a sibling, prompting Eva's new partner, Ben Driscoll, to suggest they consider having a baby of their own.
Eva became distressed and fled to the pub's backyard for air, where she was comforted by Adam Barlow. Their tearful exchange revealed Adam is already aware of her secret, with Eva confessing, "I'm a liar. I just can't believe I managed to keep it from him for so long." Adam insisted she had no choice, leading viewers to wonder what truth she's hiding from Ben.
The Major 'Retcon' Theory Taking Hold
The scene has ignited speculation among the show's dedicated fanbase that writers are planning a 'retcon'—a retroactive continuity change altering established story history. The prevailing theory suggests the twist could reveal that Adam Barlow is actually Susie's biological father, not the late Aidan Connor.
Fans recall that Eva briefly dated Adam in 2018 after splitting from Aidan, before reuniting with Aidan upon discovering her pregnancy. If the retcon occurs, it would rewrite Susie's paternity established during Eva's original exit storyline.
On forums like Reddit, one viewer commented: "One of the theories I’ve seen thrown around is that Susie will actually turn out to be Adam’s in a retcon. I honestly hope not; I think that’d be really sad because Susie is one of the only connections left with Aidan."
Other Theories and Catherine Tyldesley's Return
Not all fans are convinced by the paternity theory. Alternative suggestions include Eva being unable to have more children due to a past hysterectomy or fertility issues, having given up a baby after leaving Weatherfield, or simply being traumatised by her past experiences with Aidan.
One fan speculated: "I’m guessing she’s secretly had her tubes tied," while another noted her cagey behaviour only emerged "once it was brought up."
The storyline coincides with Catherine Tyldesley's much-publicised return to the cobbles earlier this year. The actress, who has since starred in Scarborough and The Good Ship Murder and competed on Strictly Come Dancing, revealed producers had asked her back before, but now felt like "the right time."
She told The Mirror about the surprising offer to become Rovers Return landlady: "I was really shocked. I remember my agent said ‘I don’t really know what to expect, let’s just keep a poker face...' We were on a zoom and Kate said ‘Would you like to be landlady?’ and I went ‘Aaagh!!’"
As Eva's secret strains her new life with Ben and his sons, and her mother-in-law Maggie grows suspicious after seeing her with Adam, Coronation Street viewers are braced for a potentially game-changing revelation that could rewrite years of soap history.
