Tonight's episode sees Sue Johnston's first scenes in the role of Gloria, who arrives on the cobbles to pay a visit to daughter Stella.
Gloria is unaware that Stella has split from Karl (John Michie), so she is shocked when she hears all about the acrimonious break-up.
Unable to resist interfering, Gloria eventually heads off to see Karl and slaps him as they come face-to-face again.
However, it's also clear that Gloria has a soft spot for Karl, so when he confesses that he's still in love with Stella, she vows to play peacemaker by sorting out their differences…
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Coronation Street airs tonight at 7.30pm on ITV1.
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