1. Julie Carp’s Final Goodbye
One of the most emotional stories this week revolves around the heartbreaking final moments of Julie Carp, who sadly succumbs to cancer. Knowing her time is short, Julie records a heartfelt video reflecting on the power of love, offering a final gift to her loved ones. Meanwhile, George Shuttleworth tries to plan a romantic evening for Eileen Grimshaw, but his efforts are poorly timed—he was meant to be taking Eileen and her sister Julie on a day out instead.
Despite the miscommunication, the sisters go ahead with the trip on their own. They share a moving moment while overlooking the scenic Lakes, where Julie poignantly says there’s nowhere she’d rather be. When Eileen briefly steps away to fetch refreshments, she returns to find Julie unresponsive, her eyes closed. A frantic Eileen checks her sister’s pulse, but it’s too late—Julie has passed away.
Back home, George discovers Julie’s video message, in which she bluntly tells Eileen to end things with him. Eileen, still reeling from the loss, is further rattled by this revelation. As the week progresses, tensions rise between Eileen and George. With Eileen set to exit the soap soon, fans are left wondering: will she break off the relationship for good?
2. Todd Targeted as Mick’s Violence Escalates
Elsewhere, Corrie delves into an increasingly volatile situation involving Todd Grimshaw, Theo Silverton, and Mick Michaelis. Trouble brews when Todd receives word from Theo’s wife, Danielle, that Theo has gone missing. A drunken Theo stumbles through the streets and ends up in a violent confrontation with Mick, who slams him against a wall. Witnessing the shocking act, Billy Mayhew watches helplessly until Ronnie Bailey intervenes.
Mick is soon brought in for questioning, but Kit Green conducts a questionable interview, letting Mick go with minimal pressure. Kit seems visibly nervous, especially when Mick corners him later to demand a private conversation—raising suspicions about what leverage Mick may hold over him.
Back on the street, Mick plays it cool, even pranking Liam Connor at the builder’s yard by dousing him in cement, leaving the teenager awkwardly laughing along. Meanwhile, Theo defends his daughter Millie when she lashes out at Todd for their family falling apart. After a vandalised hearse incident points to Millie, Todd’s grip on the situation weakens. Could his secret affair with Theo cost him everything?
3. Dee-Dee Faces a Heart-Wrenching Choice
Dee-Dee Bailey is struggling with her emotions after the birth of baby Laila, who is set to be adopted by her brother James. Despite initially agreeing to the adoption plan, Dee-Dee begins forming a deep bond with the baby, sparking doubts about her decision. Confiding in Eileen, she admits her fear of becoming too attached. Eileen encourages her to follow her heart.
Dee-Dee later confides in Alya Nazir, who urges her to reconsider and reassures her that James will come to understand. During a quiet moment at Roy’s café, Dee-Dee becomes overwhelmed with emotion when Roy lights a candle for his late wife Hayley, reminding Dee-Dee of recent trauma—including the emergency hysterectomy she endured due to racially negligent medical care.
Though she tells her brother Michael that she’s doing better and returning to work, the emotional weight of her experience lingers. With her maternal instincts growing stronger, will Dee-Dee decide to raise Laila herself?
4. Lauren Suspects Bobby of Blackmail
Lauren Bolton’s secret about crashing Tracy Barlow’s florist van is coming back to haunt her, as threatening texts from a mystery blackmailer continue. Initially grateful that the messages have stopped, Lauren’s relief is short-lived when a new demand for £200 arrives.
Growing suspicious, Lauren begins to think Bobby Crawford is behind it all—possibly using the blackmail as a ploy to stay close to her. She shares her theory with Betsy Swain, and together they plant decoy money to expose the culprit. As they lie in wait, tensions rise. Has Lauren accurately identified the blackmailer, or will her accusation backfire?
5. The Rovers Power Shift
Finally, Jenny Connor faces the harsh reality of losing control over the Rovers Return Inn. Urged by Rita Tanner to stop wallowing and focus on her future, Jenny tries to stay strong. However, her world is rocked when Ryan Connor gently informs her that Carla Connor is now in charge—and he reports to her, not Jenny.
In the background, Glenda Shuttleworth is seen showing prospective buyers around the pub, but Ryan catches on to her suspicious behaviour as she seemingly tries to sabotage the sale. Is Glenda scheming to take the Rovers for herself? And if Carla does sell, where will that leave Jenny?
