Bethany Platt and Ryan Connor Romance Confirmed in Coronation Street
Coronation Street characters Bethany Platt and Ryan Connor are set to embark on a new romance after years of shared history, according to ITV spoilers. Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany, confirmed that her character will go on a date with Ryan next week following an ill-advised one-night stand with her mother’s ex-boyfriend Kit Green.
Why Ryan Connor Is a Good Match for Bethany Platt
According to ITV source material, the romance begins after fans pointed out growing chemistry between the pair during recent episodes. Fallon stated that Ryan is a good choice for her character, noting that the ship has severely sailed on Bethany’s past relationship with Daniel Osbourne.
Did you know? Ryan Connor has appeared on and off in Weatherfield for 20 years, establishing himself as a firm favourite among viewers.
The Fallout With Kit Green and Jodie Ramsey
Metro reports that Bethany’s new romance comes amid a turbulent backdrop involving Kit Green, who recently received a stage three breast cancer diagnosis. While Kit attempts to deal with his health in secret and navigates dates with Jodie Ramsey, Bethany faces mounting pressure from Jodie, who targets her over a manicure and threatens to stir up trouble with Bethany’s imprisoned mother, Sarah Platt, according to Metro. Pushed by Kit to pursue Ryan, Bethany agrees to meet for drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Coronation Street air?
Coronation Street airs on weeknights at 8.30pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX, according to ITV.
Who plays Bethany Platt and Ryan Connor?
Bethany Platt is played by Lucy Fallon, and Ryan Connor is played by Ryan Prescott.

Why did Bethany and Kit sleep together?
According to Metro, Bethany and Kit had an ill-advised one-night stand while dealing with the stress surrounding Sarah Platt’s arrest and Kit’s cancer diagnosis.
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