Coronation Street viewers are convinced they've 'cracked' the identity of Betsy Swain's real father - and he's already a resident on the cobbles.
The mischief-maker, portrayed by Sydney Martin, arrived on the scene earlier this year as the offspring of DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers). It was disclosed that Lisa's wife and Betsy's mother, Becky, had tragically passed away while on duty, resulting in a strained relationship between Betsy and Lisa.
Betsy hasn't wasted any time stirring up trouble. She found herself entangled with the unscrupulous solicitor Joel Deering (Calum Lill), blackmailing him before he threatened her, leaving her terrified and shaken.
Viewers will remember Joel as the culprit behind the grooming and abuse of young girls including Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) who disappeared. Lauren eventually came back, revealing Joel's 'true' nature.
Joel has since been killed, with the soap currently showcasing a gripping Whodunnit storyline. A variety of residents have become suspects, including Joel's former fiance Dee-Dee (Channique Sterling-Brown), Lisa Swain and, after Friday's explosive episode (November 1), corrupt police officer Kit Green (Jacob Roberts), reports the Liverpool Echo.
Kit was spotted meddling with evidence related to the investigation into Joel Deering's death. However, fans are anticipating a major plot twist as they believe they've 'sussed out' the identity of Betsy's biological father.
Soap fans are spinning theories online, with many setting their sights on the character Kit as a pivotal figure. A Corrie fan speculated on Facebook: "Could Kit be Betsy's dad? And that's why he's so against Swain?"
Another follower promptly agreed, adding their voice: "100%" Further stirring the speculation, another viewer suggested: "It's possible. If the mother used a sperm donor. And Kit donated sperm. Anything is possible in soap land." This theory was echoed by another fan who responded: "Good thinking. Possible I suppose."
Betsy's arrival to the famous street occurred earlier this year, marking not only her first appearance in Weatherfield but also the debut of actress Sydney in television drama. Elated with the opportunity, she admitted feeling "over the moon" about joining the cast.
Previously, Sydney had tried out for two minor roles on 'Coronation Street' before securing the role of Betsy, an experience she shared with the Liverpool Echo: "In this industry, it can be so hard because you deal with so much rejection."
"But, just to get a recall and meet [DS Swain star] Vicky [Myers], I just took it as a good experience I didn't take it as I was gonna get it. When you're starting off in this career, any bit of hope is lovely. It's all about meeting people and networking, that's what makes it such a beautiful industry."
Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX
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