Coronation Street star Gareth Pierce has confirmed that Todd Grimshaw will step into the witness box next month during Sarah Platt’s high-stakes murder trial. Sarah stands trial for the killing of villain Theo Silverton, marking a dramatic courtroom reckoning following months of domestic abuse turmoil on the ITV soap.
Todd Grimshaw Joins Sarah Platt’s Defense Team
Sarah killed Theo earlier this year, ending a dark coercive control storyline. In upcoming courtroom episodes, proving that Theo was not an innocent victim rests entirely on Sarah, her legal team, and her closest confidants. Speaking exclusively to Digital Spy at the Inside Soap Awards 2026, Gareth Pierce revealed his character’s crucial involvement.
“Yeah, I will be!” Gareth told Digital Spy when asked about his courtroom screen time. That testimony forms a major pillar of Sarah’s self-defense strategy.
A New Dynamic With Police Detective Kit Green
Away from the courtroom drama, Todd has forged an unlikely bond with local detective Kit Green. Todd became the very first person Kit confided in after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, though Kit has since disclosed the news to his family as well. Gareth expressed enthusiasm for the storyline, praising the chance to explore complex character dynamics outside fast-moving plot requirements.
“I hope so, I’ve loved it as well! As actors in the show, we’re always excited when we get time to play a friendship,” Gareth said. He noted that the pairing mirrors his past work with Peter Ash’s character Paul Foreman, where initial rivalry created a much richer foundation for camaraderie than an instant friendship.
Rivalry makes eventual bonds more compelling
Gareth Pierce compared his current scenes with Kit Green to Todd’s past dynamic with Paul Foreman, noting that starting characters off as rivals makes their eventual bond far more compelling on screen.
Common Questions About the Upcoming Trial and Plotlines
Why is Sarah Platt standing trial on Coronation Street?
Sarah is on trial for the murder of Theo Silverton, whom she killed earlier this year following a severe domestic abuse storyline.
Who will testify in Sarah’s defense?
Gareth Pierce confirmed that Todd Grimshaw is among the witnesses taking the stand to testify about the events of that night and Theo’s behavior prior to his death.
How did Todd and Kit Green become friends?
The pair grew close after Kit chose Todd as the first person to learn about his breast cancer diagnosis.
When does Coronation Street air?
Coronation Street airs on weeknights at 8.30pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.
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