Coronation Street actress Jane Danson has teased that soap fans will see the return of the ‘old Leanne’ in upcoming episodes.
The 42-year-old star has played the role of Leanne Battersby since 1997, taking a break between 2000 and 2004.
The Battersby family were dubbed the “Neighbours From Hell” and made an immediate impact on the long-running show’s loyal audience, but Leanne has certainly changed over the years.
Not only has she matured, but she’s also been through some very difficult times – with the worst being the death of her son Oliver.
Leanne is currently embroiled in drug-related drama thanks to her other son Simon – who got involved in some dodgy dealings with thug Harvey Gaskell (Will Mellor).
This month, Leanne will head to court and hopefully testify against the drug dealer – but it’s not going to be straightforward or easy by any means.
Speaking to press including The Mirror, Jane was asked if her main priority is simply to protect Simon.
“I think essentially yeah, that’s the bottom line,” she replied.
“Having already lost one son, with the way things are going she’s got the potential to lose another one so his safety is paramount. She’s had quite the year, no let up for her, that’s for sure.”
Asked how she is coping with the drama, Jane continued: “She feels terrible. I kind of feel for her in a sense.
“I think she’s of the opinion that this is never gonna end, unless she stops it now but she is terrified and she’s just trying to do her best and she doesn’t know whether telling the truth or lying is the best thing or not.
“I suppose it will just depend on how she feels on the day,” Jane added.
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“I think she’s thinking, ‘well I’ve already lost a child and been through probably the worst thing that’s ever gonna happen to me, so what else could be worse than that?’ and that’s when we see her strength forming again and becomes a little old Leanne, which I always like doing.
“The writers have always remembered where she’s from and I’m really keen to keep hold of that. So I think we see old Leanne twinkling in the eyes there at the court,” she teased.
Coronation Street airs Mondays and Wednesdays 7.30pm and 8.30pm with an hour long episode at 7.30 on Fridays on ITV.
Originally from https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/corrie-spoiler-jane-danson-teases-24283275