Coronation Street fans were left feeling nostalgic and a bit bewildered after spotting an 

intriguing detail about Becky McDonald in a recent episode of Classic Corrie. The beloved character, played by Katherine Kelly, made a lasting impression when she arrived on the cobbles as Becky Granger in 2006. Initially only contracted for a short three-month stint, 

her popularity quickly soared, leading to an extended six-year stay on the ITV soap. 

Becky’s time on Coronation Street was anything but uneventful—she became the third wife of Steve McDonald, endured a turbulent relationship with his ex Tracy Barlow, and even managed to ruin their wedding day before eventually walking away from Weatherfield for a fresh start.

While Becky’s wild antics and fiery personality made her an unforgettable character, viewers also adored her softer side, especially the bond she shared with Roy and Hayley Cropper. The couple took Becky under their wing, helping her navigate life in Weatherfield and providing her with the stability she had long been missing. In 2012, Becky bid an emotional farewell to the Street, jetting off to Barbados with her new partner Danny Stratton for a chance at happiness away from the drama of her past.

Now, more than a decade later, Becky has once again become a hot topic among Corrie fans thanks to Classic Corrie re-airing old episodes featuring her. A particular scene shared on social media sparked confusion among viewers when Becky, seen chatting with Lloyd Mullaney and Kelly Crabtree in the Rovers Return, made a surprising remark about her family. Twitter user @VanitySwarla shared a clip of the moment, writing: “I’m confused… Becky saying she has four brothers?!” This detail caught fans off guard because, as longtime viewers will recall, Becky was known to have a sister—Kylie Platt—who tragically passed away in 2016.

This led to speculation among fans regarding the apparent inconsistency in Becky’s backstory. Some chalked it up to the fact that her character had not been fully developed at the time. @Sam_LFC23 suggested, “I assume this is before she was fully established and Kylie was invented. Which was the better option.” Others believed Becky might have been embellishing the truth for the sake of conversation. @DirtyOlScrubber remarked, “Yeah, but also Becky was kinda low-key a liar at this point. She was probably just saying it to make conversation.” Similarly, @pk8tbg7v7x added, “This was her evil era, she was probably just lying to be fair.”

Beyond the family revelation, another detail in the scene had viewers reminiscing about how much things have changed since Becky’s time in Weatherfield—the presence of smoking inside the Rovers Return. As @graceedaviess pointed out, “I’m more thrown by the smoking in the pub, that ages it.” This detail serves as a stark reminder of how different life was before the smoking ban in enclosed public places, which came into effect in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland on July 1, 2007.

Becky’s name has also been making headlines in Coronation Street recently after she was referenced in a modern storyline. Fans were thrilled when she was mentioned as part of her nephew Max Turner’s dramatic arc. With Max facing prison time for arson, Becky reportedly offered to take him in and give him a fresh start in Barbados. However, before he could escape, the police caught up with him, and he was sentenced to six and a half years behind bars. While Max’s fate was sealed, the mere mention of Becky reignited hopes among fans for a potential return to Weatherfield.

Many Corrie viewers took to social media to express their excitement over Becky’s name being spoken on the show again, with some calling for her long-awaited comeback. @98kltk wrote, “Becky McDonald mention in 2025, omg bring her back #corrie.” @Wee_Westie29 echoed, “A Becky mention. Bring her back! #Corrie #CoronationStreet @itvcorrie.” Another fan, @Beckixsmith1, simply stated, “Bring our Becky back #Corrie.”

One particularly passionate viewer, @rebecca_2402, reacted with, “Becky has been mentioned in the year 2025. I think I am going into shock. Please let this mean her return looms. I will have to go into hospital if I see her again! #corrie.” Another hopeful fan, @CHG3899, added, “A nice Becky mention. She’s obviously not with Danny anymore. It would be great if Katherine made a cameo for at least one episode…”

The buzz surrounding Becky’s potential return only continues to grow. Whether Katherine Kelly will reprise her iconic role remains uncertain, but the nostalgia-driven excitement proves that Becky McDonald is still one of Coronation Street’s most beloved characters. Will the writers take note of the overwhelming demand and bring Becky back to Weatherfield? Only time will tell, but for now, fans will have to settle for reliving her best moments through Classic Corrie.

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