Billy Mayhew, the beloved vicar of Coronation Street, was finally laid to rest in emotional scenes that aired on Wednesday night. The character, played by Daniel Brocklebank for 11 years, died during a historic crossover episode with Emmerdale, where he was caught in a horrific car crash. The incident also involved other Weatherfield residents, including Carl and Debbie Webster, Carla Connor, and Lisa Swain.
Theo Silverton, played by James Cartwright, had left Billy to die by plugging his seatbelt back in as he lay in the burning vehicle. Earlier in the week, Theo confessed in the funeral parlour, believing he was alone with Billy's coffin, but Carl Webster overheard everything. Carl, whose sister Debbie is facing prison time for a separate incident, now knows the truth about Theo's actions.
During the funeral, Todd Grimshaw delivered a eulogy but struggled, prompting Theo to step in and complete it to applause. Later, Todd thanked Theo, unaware of his guilt. Meanwhile, Ryan Connor was held up by masked robbers at Debbie's hotel, but Carl intervened, revealing he had staged the robbery to cover up his own crimes. Theo filmed Carl's confession and threatened him, saying: 'You might end up in a box, like Billy. I am not gonna warn you again, all right? Watch your back.'
The storyline is set to culminate in a flashforward episode in mid-February, where a body will be found, though the identity will not be confirmed until months later. Corrie boss Kate Brooks confirmed the special episode, saying it gives a destination for some big stories.
