Coronation Street is set to welcome another new face this week amid a shocking murder story, and the young actress taking on the role is 'so grateful' to be involved. Anya Dewin has been cast as Lucy Parkinson, the daughter of Richie Parkinson and his murdered wife Rachel, and she will make her first appearance on the cobbles in Thursday's episode (August 13).
Last night's episode of the ITV soap ended on a major twist, as Tim Metcalfe (Joe Duttine) stumbled across the body of Richie Parkinson's (Nathan Sussex) wife Rachel. Tonight, viewers will learn that Richie and Rachel's daughter Lucy has been taken into foster care, following her father being charged with her mother's murder.
Anya Dewin's Excitement and Co-Star Support
Anya Dewin took to social media to share her excitement at joining the iconic show. 'I still can't quite believe I get to say this, but I'm so grateful to be joining the cast of Coronation Street!' she wrote on Instagram, alongside a picture standing outside the Rovers. 'This has been such a blessing, working alongside the most beautiful people, and getting to live out a dream I've had for so long. Some dreams really come true don't they?'
She went on to thank her management for the opportunity, before finishing: 'There's a new girl on the Cobbles….' Her post received an outpouring of support from her new co-stars in the comments. Betsy Swain actress Sydney Martin wrote: 'can't wait to watch you shine sweet girl.' 'I am so excited for this!!' Cait Fitton, who plays Lauren Bolton, commented, while George Shuttleworth star Tony Maudsley added: 'And you are a DREAM casting!! What a wonderful job you're doing, Anya!! Welcome aboard!! Roll on Thursday!! HERE COMES LUCY!!!' Emmerdale star Joe-Warren Plant, who plays Jacob Gallagher, also shared the love, writing: 'Congratulations!!!'
Lucy's Arrival and the Foster Care Twist
Anya will hit our screens as Lucy during Thursday night's (August 13) episode, when Tim and Sally Metcalfe (Sally Dynevor) learn that her foster placement has fallen through. Tim agrees to take her in without consulting Sally, who forces a smile when Lucy arrives.
The social worker warns the couple that Lucy is struggling through grief and trauma and will need a lot of reassurance, but when Sally later goes to bring her downstairs for dinner, she finds that the teen has done a runner. Thankfully, she hasn't gone far, and they find her at the bus stop and attempt to encourage her to come back home.
What's Next for Lucy and the Metcalfes?
Will Lucy be able to settle in with Sally and Tim? The storyline is set to explore the challenges of fostering a grieving teenager, and viewers will see how the Metcalfes cope with the unexpected responsibility. The episode airs Thursday, August 13, on ITV.
