He is devastated to find Peter on his death-bed, but relieved when Peter pulled through; his severe injuries left Peter temporarily unable to walk. He isn't keeping it a secret. Last year, he finished as runner-up to fellow soap starDanny MillerinIm A Celebrity, beating The Saturdays singerFrankie Bridgeto second place. When Ken returns from Canada in August 2014, he persuades Simon to go and visit Peter in prison. During her time on Coronation Street Jennifer James met husband Lee Boardman. The character was originally played by twins, Jake and Oscar Hartley, on his birth in 2003. 'I know it goes on but it's genuinely awful! Max, who is played by Paddy Bever in the ITV soap, has been gradually groomed and radicalised by Griff, who is played by Michael Condron. It also described the character as "undeniably cute" and "wise beyond his years", with "great onscreen chemistry with his dad". In June 2015, when Leanne asks Simon to do a simple job while sorting out Kal's belongings with Kal's children, Alya (Sair Khan) and Zeedan (Qasim Akhtar), Simon refuses. The following day, he is annoyed with Leanne before Nick talks to him about it. Later, he shouts in Leanne's face, pushing her and thus beginning to scare her more. 'It feels even more real now theyve got a name. In February 2021, Simon starts working at For Your Fries Only. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Fans of Coronation Street have slammed its 'disgusting' racism storyline where a young Max Turner is being radicalised by Griff Reynolds. Simon is annoyed when Peter and Nick argue. He skips his exams before Leanne confronts him. Baby girl: Levi confirmed the happy news by changing her Facebook bio to include her daughter's name and birth date before uploading a close up photo of her sleeping newborn, As friends sent their congratulations in the comments, the new mum replied, telling one pal: 'I love her.'. Leanne has to take Simon home and the family agree to get Simon help. At the time, a source told The Sun, GCSE student Alex had been telling everyone he was going to be a dad for the first time. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He later reveals that he is leaving to live in Portsmouth and makes peace with Simon before leaving in November 2014. When Simon returns in November 2015, his behaviour hasn't improved and he tells Eva about his time in Portsmouth and that Peter was too busy with his girlfriend. Simon revealed the truth about Aadi's injury after Peter questions him about his erratic behaviour. US authorities have lost control of the southern border to Mexican drug lords who smuggle humans and Heiress to Carhartt clothing fortune - who died in December aged 97 - was scammed out of $21MILLION by ChatGPT goes woke! In the following Monday's episode (October 31st), Griff turned his attention to troubled Max who has been the victim of persistent school bullies since losing his place at Weatherfield High. He played evil Jez Quigley on the soap. When Toyah is about to go to a cottage, where Eva is to have her baby, she finds her car missing, which Simon and Tyler joyride on. Leanne reassures Simon that he is her first child and she won't love him any less. Published: 05:32 EST . Privacy Policy, Coronation Street spoilers: Hope is devastated by a violent death, Coronation Street spoilers: Death horror as a stabbing spree rocks the Street, Coronation Street spoilers: Summers fate confirmed after Mikes kidnap, Fiz shellshocked by serial killer John Stapes return in new Coronation Street spoiler video, Coronation Street spoiler videos reveal Fiz destroyed, two big death shocks and a killer caught. Dont waste any sleep over it cuz its not worth the stress the baby can feel what youre feeling and she doesnt deserve it, neither do you. Simon goes to the medical centre and wants Leanne to tell him what is wrong. Peter and Simon are rushed to hospital and made a full recovery. . The stuff before was so much lower in severity, than it will be with this story. Leanne arranges for Simon to live with Ken and when Leanne drops Simon at Ken's, Simon tells Leanne that if she walks away, he will never speak to her again, but Leanne leaves him. Simon and Amy are left alone at Ken's house and Simon ends up hurting Amy. The 12 lifestyle factors which raise risk of dementia: Experts claim hundreds of thousands of cases could be 'Can you identify a body with broken teeth?' I think it's fair to say that hes going to come through all of this a little bit damaged. It's been quite interesting to see a different side of Leanne as well. However, in July 2014, Simon is even more devastated when Peter is arrested and charged on suspicion of killing Tina. Groomer:Max, who is played by Paddy Bever in the ITV soap, has been gradually groomed and radicalised by Griff, who is played by Michael Condron (pictured). In October 2017, Simon attempts to force Summer Spellman (Matilda Freeman), who has been placed into the care of Billy Mayhew (Daniel Brocklebank) and Todd Grimshaw (Bruno Langley), to smoke cigarettes that he found, but Summer takes them for herself and smokes them when she is emotional. Coronation Street 's drugs storyline involving Simon Barlow and newcomer Jacob Hay is to take a darker turn when Sam Blakeman is caught up in the scheme. The actor, 47, who plays Steve McDonald on the ITV soap was quizzed by . Simon has been pulled into the dangerous world of drugs. Simon begins misbehaving and rebelling. At home, Leanne tells him she is pregnant. "Jacob does listen to Simon. Leanne gives Simon the choice of staying with Peter during the half term and he decides to go. Leanne apologises to Simon, but he refuses to forgive her and Simon contacts his dad. Me and my little girl from now on! she said. Simon overhears Nick informing Leanne of Peters surgery, and he runs off to see his dad. Coronation Street star Alex Bain has spoken about his character Simon Barlow's huge new storyline which sees him drawn into the dark world of drugs. What will Leanne do with this reminder of the past? They just kind of spoke about it. Simon thinks he can get Simon to do all these jobs. In February 2017, Leanne gives birth to a son Oliver. Jeremy Hunt is mocked over toe-curling 'inflation explainer' video by ordering Aldi and Lidl shoppers face highest inflation hikes: Cost of basic groceries rise by more than 20% at the Is inflation FINALLY on the way down? This left Leanne fearing for her life. Following the court verdict, Tyler is sent to Youth Offenders. Tyler is charged and loses his temper at Simon, pinning him against the wall and scraping his hand on it. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. During this, Simon stays at Kens and is hidden by Amy. Levi announced her pregnancy on the social media site earlier this year, uploading a snap of a scan. Despite Simon claiming it was an accident, Leanne goes to the police and she is forced to reveal that Simon abused her. Stella is revealed to be Leanne's biological mother at Leanne's 30th birthday in July 2011. It's like when Bobby Ewing woke up in the shower [in Dallas]. Read More: Coronation Street's Alex. In June 2018, Simon and the gang steal money from Roys cafe and they spend it on buying Simon a new jacket. But he used the information provided in the film to defend her actions. Hope is devastated by a violent death in Coronation Street, Death horror as a stabbing spree rocks Coronation Street, Summers fate confirmed after Mike's kidnap in Coronation Street. In June 2014, Carla's brother, Rob Donovan, (Marc Baylis) confronts Tina and attacks her in her own home, leading to an argument on the balcony of her flat. But then Coronation . Leanne takes Simon to the Barlows house and when asked about the bruise, Leanne lies that it was caused by a cupboard door. More info. Can't wait to start my life with her', Levi had taken to her Facebook accountwith a picture of her recent ultrasound alongside the caption: 'Me and my little girl from now on!! 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'Then, later in the story, we will explore a very 21st Century problem: teenagers self-radicalising through watching extreme content online. Simon refuses to go home with Leanne and decides to stay with Ken. It has been revealed that Coronation Street will write Simon Gregsons real life injury into the soap. Coronation Street Producer Iain MacLeod said of the storyline when it begun: 'Overall, Max's story is one about the grooming of a vulnerable teenager at a point where he's feeling most alienated and disenfranchised. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. After a meeting with school about careers, Simon decides to join the Navy, leaving Leanne furious and concerned. He had separated from Lucy's mother when she was very young and their relationship had suffered. He is saved by Peter and is rushed to hospital, due to smoke inhalation. It's Mr (coffee) Bean! In January 2018, Simon tricks Leanne, Eva, and Toyah into giving him money for false reasons to buy headphones to block out the noise made by them all. Using a plastic broom, Camilla Shaffer scrapes at the thick layer of mud caking her yard -- it's the third time in two weeks that her house has been flooded thanks to the string of storms that have hit California in rapid succession."Three times in two weeks, that's crazy," said Kevin Smith, a strapping 35-year-old who had recently purchased his parents' house near the river. When they proposed this storyline, I was a bit concerned because I thought historically, as we've seen, Leanne's quite a strong character. In February 2019, Simon becomes involved in a boat fire. He's seen a lot of difficult things and he's got some more difficult things to go through this year in the next few months. After talking to both Ken and Zeedan about her fears, Leanne decides to report Simon to the police. When graffiti is sprayed outside the Bistro, Leanne believes Simon is responsible and she later finds a can of red spray paint in his bag. ', Similarly, another said: 'Sorry #Corrie I'm out. Harvey will arrive on the cobbles next month and will pile the pressure and threats on Simon as he continues to face more danger. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. In April 2018, Simon steals money from Toyah's purse and overhears a pregnant Eva and Toyah's deal about wanting Eva's baby. Leanne finally admits to Eva that Simon has been physically abusing her and she doesn't know how much more she can take. ", Alex continued: "Simon also feels like he has friends because of this. Simon ignores Leanne and walks out and when he comes home, he locks himself in his bedroom. After talking with Simon, Peter makes up with him. Simon and Jacob race over and apprehend the thief and later, as they bask in their glory, Leannes wounded to see them acting so matey. More Ofcom complaints were lodged when Max turned against a refugee from Iraq. Tyler and his friends witness this and try to take Simon. No one cares after about five minutes.". 'In the end, we wanted this to be a story about communication within families - what are the right and wrong ways to talk to younger family members who are gravitating towards extreme views? Includes exclusive content, spoilers and interviews before they're seen on the site. Leanne and Nick take the mobile phone to the police. But the 16-year-old character's storyline has been 'a step too far' for many viewers - after Ofcom received 139 complaints about his radicalisation. Peter resigned himself to the fact that he would never know Simon and left Weatherfield soon after. Scenes airing next week will see Amy Barlow have her drink spiked. Simon is concerned when Nick has mood swings from his brain injury. She doesnt allow him to join up before he meets up with Gary Windass, who Nick and Leanne encourage him to talk to Simon. The following is a list of characters that appeared in 2015, by order of first appearance. The actor, who plays Simon Barlow, became a father to daughter Lydia-Rose. Simon's wife Emma took over a tearooms near to their home in Cheshire around the same time of his accident. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Simon is devastated when Peter ends up in hospital and eventually believes that he did not kill Tina. She reveals to the police about the incident, leading Simon to get arrested. Drivers could only need an MOT every two years under new government plans to save owners money - despite How much will YOUR broadband go up in price? It may say 'Simon Gregson' on the closing credits of Coronation Street, but his name is actually Simon Alan Gregory. [1] In October 2022 it was announced that the pair have been engaged since October 2021 and only told their parents at Christmastime. Simon is the son of Peter Barlow (Chris Gascoyne) and Lucy Richards (Katy Carmichael), the adoptive son of Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson) and the grandson of Ken Barlow (William Roache). Can't wait to start my life with her.'. [6] The same article pointed out that Simon "has learned to be resourcefulhe has survived a fire, a kidnapping, and has gone missing in Blackpool from where he managed to make his way back to Weatherfield." Simon finds out that Toyah has rented a cottage for Eva. ', Written alongside a meme clip of a man saying, 'I want this man to be no more', someone else added: 'Me watching Griff get away with more and more s*** and bring Max down with him.'. He is later delighted when Peter and Carla hire Tina McIntyre (Michelle Keegan) as Simon's nanny. I was all for it. Simon tells Leanne that he thinks that Toyah is having an affair and that she has rented a cottage. Leanne takes Simon home and tries discussing issues, but he walks out. Leanne finally admits to Zeedan what Simon has been doing and Leanne decides to send Simon to stay with Peter in Portsmouth. Simon arrives home from school early and Robert Preston (Tristan Gemmill) talks to Simon in an attempt to understand how he is feeling. Coronation Street: Simon actor Alex Bain, 16, expecting first child. After the explosion at Victoria Court in May 2015, Simon is unaware that Leanne's partner, Kal Nazir (Jimi Mistry), has died after saving Amy from the fire. Simon agreed to move on from their dark past. It is witnessed by Sam Blakeman (Jude Riordan) which leads to his father Nick confronting Simon and telling him that he no longer wants him around Sam. Fans have been left in shock with the storyline which has been quite extreme in comparison to the usual soap dramas. Though Gregson didn't confirm how Steve will end up with a broken leg, it's possible he could return from his travels with the injury. The plan worked and as things spiralled, the teenagers often ended up at the flat to smoke weed. You can unsubscribe at any time. Elegant Princess of Wales is all smiles as she plays with children on visit to a nursery amid backlash over Two parents 'killed their morbidly obese 16-year-old daughter by allowing her weight to balloon to 23st Money saving guru Martin Lewis reveals easy FIRST step to clearing thousands of pounds in debt. She's been the one constant, so she'll never give up on him. Leanne sends Simon to stay with Peter until Nick recovers. He invites Max to a Halloween party at his house telling the rest of the gang that he could be useful to their cause. They married at Manchester Town Hall on May 12 2001. CORONATION STREET'S Simon Barlow star Alex Bain appears to have split from his pregnant girlfriend after she spoke out on Facebook. 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