Coronation Street fan-favourite to stay on show as star signs new contract

Another Coronation Street favourite's future on the cobbles has been confirmed, with the star having signed a new contract to stay in the cast.
Glenda Shuttleworth (Jodie Prenger) has quickly become a fan-favourite with her outgoing nature behind the Rovers bar, with her penchant for karaoke bringing joy to viewers.
In recent weeks, her antics have become even more outrageous since being made manager of the local boozer.
Though the Rovers is still on the market with owner Carla Connor (Alison King) having yet to find a buyer, Glenda's future on the cobbles has been confirmed.
'I've just re-signed my contract! The poor things have got stuck with me for another year!' Jodie told Bella Magazine.
'I'm thrilled. I love it there. I used to always say to my agent, 'Would you ask if I can be on Corrie?'
'I was that crazy person outside, pitched in a tent, wanting to get in – and now I'm in!'
Metro has reached out to Coronation Street for comment.
Glenda first appeared on our screens in 2022, arriving on Coronation Street after working as an entertainer on a cruise ship.
As the sister of George Shuttleworth (Tony Maudsley) she quickly found her place among the locals and settled in behind the bar of the Rovers.
However, she didn't entirely leave her entertaining background behind, as she purchased a franchise of theatre school Little Big Shotz in 2023.
More recently, she embarked on a brief romance with Michael Bailey (Ryan Russell), and was left terrified after being attacked during a break-in at the pub. More Trending
She also found herself at odds with brother George after learning that she had inherited half of the family business.
Prior to taking on the role of Glenda, Jodie had an illustrious stage career, after winning the reality TV series I'd Do Anything.
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The show aimed to find a new star to take on the role of Nancy in the West End revival of Oliver!, with Jodie beating out the likes of Oscar nominee Jessie Buckley and star of stage and screen Samantha Barks for the coveted prize.
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