Double Take: Coronation Street Fans Discover Show

Legend Appeared TWO DECADES Ago as a

Different Character – Can You Spot Who It Is?

Coronation Street fans have been left astounded after discovering that a legendary star, currently appearing in the soap, played a completely different character two decades ago. The star in question is none other than Maureen Lipman, beloved for her portrayal of Evelyn Plummer on the cobbles since 2018. However, it turns out that Evelyn isn’t Maureen’s first appearance on Coronation Street. In fact, she had a brief but memorable stint on the show way back in 2002, playing a completely different role.

In 2002, the 78-year-old actress appeared as Lillian Spencer, a snooty Rovers Return landlady, a role she portrayed in just six episodes. While Lillian wasn’t a major character, her appearance at the bar of the iconic Weatherfield pub left a lasting impression. Fans were recently stunned when footage of Maureen in the role of Lillian resurfaced on social media, leading to a wave of surprise and excitement across the Corrie fandom.

One fan reacted, saying, “Omg, it’s Evelyn!” while another commented, “Love her, great actress, never knew she was in it back then.” Others shared similar sentiments, with one person writing, “Wow, I didn’t know Maureen had been in Corrie before,” and another saying, “Don’t remember Maureen in it before Evelyn.”

Maureen’s return to Coronation Street in 2018 as Evelyn Plummer, the outspoken grandmother of Tyrone Dobbs and the mother of Cassie, quickly made her a fan favorite. Viewers have watched Evelyn’s dynamic personality shake things up in Weatherfield, with her no-nonsense attitude and sharp tongue adding layers of intrigue to the show. Her character has been a crucial part of several storylines, and her dry humor has won over the audience. However, it seems that Coronation Street fans were unaware that Maureen had once been part of the show before in a completely different capacity.

As fans take a trip down memory lane, the surprise revelation of Maureen’s first Corrie appearance adds another layer to her impressive career. It’s always exciting when viewers spot familiar faces in roles they might have forgotten about, but this particular discovery has left fans particularly in awe. Many viewers were unaware of her brief appearance as Lillian, especially since she was only on screen for a short time, just six episodes, in the early 2000s. Her more recent stint as Evelyn has, of course, eclipsed this early role, making this revelation even more intriguing.

While Maureen’s time as Lillian Spencer was short-lived, her legacy on Coronation Street as Evelyn has been far more significant, and her character has continued to grow in prominence over the years. Recently, Maureen announced that she would be taking a break from the show after five years of playing Evelyn, citing the character’s growing sense of disillusionment with life in Weatherfield. Evelyn has expressed feelings of purposelessness, which has led to tension and challenges in her storyline. With this ongoing evolution, it’s clear that Evelyn’s journey is far from over, though Maureen’s hiatus will leave fans eagerly awaiting her return.

The revelation of Maureen’s past role adds to the ongoing wave of departures and changes within Coronation Street. The soap is currently undergoing significant transitions, with several beloved characters saying goodbye in recent months. This includes characters like Eliza Woodrow, who recently left to start a new life in Germany, and Paul Foreman, who tragically faces the end of his fight with motor neurone disease. The show also bids farewell to Summer Spellman, who departs for a new life in America. With these high-profile exits, fans are left wondering how Coronation Street will continue to evolve in the absence of such key players.

The timing of Maureen’s past role resurfacing seems almost fitting as Coronation Street deals with these departures. Whether it’s the nostalgic excitement over the return of old faces or the heartache over the exit of beloved characters, one thing is clear: the cobbles of Weatherfield continue to surprise, delight, and keep fans on the edge of their seats.

As for Maureen, her role as Evelyn has earned her a permanent place in the hearts of Coronation Street fans, and her brief return as Lillian Spencer is just another fascinating tidbit in her storied career. Fans will surely continue to spot even more surprises from the world of Weatherfield as they follow the latest twists and turns in this beloved soap.