Actor Ryan Prescott, who plays Ryan Connor, won’t be returning to Weatherfield just yet — Coronation Street confirms a heartbreaking update for fans
Coronation Street fans are devastated after the ITV soap quietly revealed a heartbreaking update about one of Weatherfield’s most beloved residents, Ryan Connor.
The fan-favourite, portrayed by Ryan Prescott, has been part of the Corrie family since 2006, first played by Ben Thompson before Prescott took over the role. Over the years, Ryan has survived scandal, heartbreak, and tragedy — but his latest storyline has left viewers fearing the worst.
Ryan’s Journey Through the Years
As Michelle Connor’s (Kym Marsh) son, Ryan grew up surrounded by chaos and controversy on the cobbles. His storylines have ranged from steroid addiction and DJ gigs gone wrong to a stint in online adult work that shocked Weatherfield.
Romantically, Ryan’s life has been just as turbulent. From his relationships with Katy Armstrong (Georgia May Foote) and Bethany Platt (Lucy Fallon) to his affair with Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan), Ryan’s love life has rarely been simple.
But his most unforgettable moment came in 2023, when he stepped in front of an acid attack meant for Daisy. In an act of sheer bravery, Ryan saved her life but suffered horrific, life-altering injuries in the process — a storyline that moved audiences to tears and earned praise for its raw realism.
A Quiet Exit — For Now
In Thursday’s episode (October 30), Carla Connor (Alison King) returned to Weatherfield after attending a family funeral in Ireland — but without Ryan by her side. She revealed that he’d decided to stay behind for a while longer.
The news broke hearts across the fandom, with many fearing this could mark the end of Ryan’s time on the cobbles, at least for now. Viewers flooded social media with messages of support, expressing sadness at the thought of Weatherfield losing one of its most relatable and resilient characters.
Ryan Prescott’s Off-Screen Adventure
Off screen, actor Ryan Prescott has been keeping busy — and travelling far from the streets of Manchester. Earlier this year, he joined co-star Mikey North (Gary Windass) for a fan event in Vancouver, Canada, where Coronation Street enjoys a strong following.
Prescott shared photos of the trip on Instagram, writing: “Vancouver, thank you very much for having us. We loved every minute.”
Fans flooded the comments with support, while Corrie star Claire Sweeney simply wrote: “Fabulous.”
What’s Next for Ryan Connor?
For now, Ryan’s future on Coronation Street remains uncertain. Whether his extended stay in Ireland marks a temporary break or the beginning of a longer absence, one thing is clear — viewers aren’t ready to say goodbye.
As one fan posted online: “Ryan’s been through enough. Please, just give him a happy ending — he deserves it.”
Until then, fans will be holding out hope that Ryan finds peace — and that one day soon, he’ll walk back through the Rovers Return doors where he belongs.