In an exciting development for fans of British soap operas, a 90s Emmerdale star has taken on a significant role in Coronation Street. Actor Steve Evets, known for portraying Tom Shepherd in Emmerdale, will join Corrie as the father of characters Shona and Jodie.
Steve Evets Joins Coronation Street
Steve Evets, who also gained recognition for his performances in Shameless and Brassic, is set for a guest appearance. In this role, he will depict the controlling father of the recently reunited sisters. The character will appear in an episode later this month, and although it is a single appearance, there is potential for him to return in future storylines.
Plot Developments and Viewer Theories
Fans have been speculating about the identity of the sisters’ father, previously linking him to another character, Graham Foster, from Emmerdale. Graham had a controversial past involving the kidnapping of Jodie. However, it has now been confirmed that Graham is not their father, but rather, Evets’s character will introduce fresh dynamics into the storyline.
Next week, viewers will see Shona express concerns that Jodie is hiding something. As the plot unfolds, Shona follows Jodie to a psychiatric hospital, leading to an emotional reunion where Jodie reveals their estranged father. She shares her past struggles, including caring for him after their mother left.
Tension and Manipulation Ahead
As Jodie becomes more involved, tensions are set to rise. Jodie, inspired by themes from the film “Single White Female,” is determined to take over Shona’s life. The upcoming episodes depict Shona’s increasing exhaustion from motherhood and daily challenges.
- Shona snaps at her daughter Lily.
- David suggests Shona take a break.
- Jodie manipulates Shona into a night out, abandoning her visit to their father.
- After a night of drinking, Jodie enlists David to help with a drunken Shona.
As the plot thickens, viewers will witness Jodie’s calculated actions, including sabotaging Shona’s relationship with David by breaking a family photo. The future of Shona’s safety and her relationship with David hangs in the balance, leaving fans eager to see how this new chapter unfolds.
