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Coronation Street's domestic abuse storyline has sparked an increase in men calling a national helpline.
Weatherfield character Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) is suffering from violence at the hands of his partner Kirsty Soames (Natalie Gumede) on the ITV soap.
Mark Brooks, chairman of the ManKind Initiative, credited the show with giving male victims the confidence to speak out after calls trebled to 30 a day since the plot aired.
"It's reduced the stigma and what it's also done is highlight the fact that it does happen to men," Brooks told the Daily Star Sunday.
"When men see it on something as high profile as a soap they realise that there is help out there and that they're not the first man this has happened to.
"The storyline in Coronation Street has been invaluable in educating society that men are victims of domestic abuse too. It has done a great service to all those who are suffering behind closed doors."
Men suffering from domestic violence can seek help by calling ManKind on 01823 334244.
Coronation Street's Kevin Webster will support old friend and business partner Tyrone Dobbs in his custody battle for daughter Ruby.
Speaking to itv.com, actor Alan Halsall revealed that Kevin will believe Tyrone's side of the story along with Tina McIntyre and Tommy Duckworth over Kirsty's domestic violence.
"Somewhere down the line we will find out that he has Kev on his side," Halsall said. "But apart from that not many people know what went on in the past because he kept it such a secret.
"He was embarrassed about what was happening so he didn't want people to know but of course now that is his downfall really. So he doesn't have many people on his side right now."
Fans have recently witnessed Kirsty turn the tables on Tyrone by telling the police that he had been abusing her after she fell down the stairs last week.
Meanwhile, new pictures confirmed that Tyrone will plan to flee Weatherfield in a desperate bid to be with his daughter.
Halsall commented on the latest twist: "Obviously kidnapping your own child is the one thing that would ensure you never saw them again but he is not thinking ahead, he is living for right now and he just wants Ruby in his arms right now, it is the only solution he can see."
Coronation Street's Kevin Webster will support old friend and business partner Tyrone Dobbs in his custody battle for daughter Ruby.
Speaking to itv.com, actor Alan Halsall revealed that Kevin will believe Tyrone's side of the story along with Tina McIntyre and Tommy Duckworth over Kirsty's domestic violence.
"Somewhere down the line we will find out that he has Kev on his side," Halsall said. "But apart from that not many people know what went on in the past because he kept it such a secret.
"He was embarrassed about what was happening so he didn't want people to know but of course now that is his downfall really. So he doesn't have many people on his side right now."
Fans have recently witnessed Kirsty turn the tables on Tyrone by telling the police that he had been abusing her after she fell down the stairs last week.
Meanwhile, new pictures confirmed that Tyrone will plan to flee Weatherfield in a desperate bid to be with his daughter.
Halsall commented on the latest twist: "Obviously kidnapping your own child is the one thing that would ensure you never saw them again but he is not thinking ahead, he is living for right now and he just wants Ruby in his arms right now, it is the only solution he can see."
Prison for Tyrone
This one won't please the 'Free Tyrone' campaign! Sadly but not surprisingly, it looks like the mechanic's upcoming plan to go on the run will backfire badly.
Tyrone is hoping for a fresh start when he flees Weatherfield with Fiz and baby Ruby at the end of next week, unable to see any other solution to his problems following Kirsty's false allegations against him.
While hiding out in Wales, Tyrone and Fiz decide that it's best to leave the UK altogether, so they make contact with Chesney and ask him to deliver some money and their passports. Despite Katy's warnings that he should stay out of it, Chesney reluctantly agrees to help.
However, police interest in the case escalates to the point where Kirsty is encouraged to make a public appeal for Ruby's return.
Magazine reports have confirmed that the police do manage to track down Tyrone, who then finds himself behind bars in prison as he faces the music. Can things get any worse for him?
Kirsty's mum returns
This fortnight's Soaplife magazine confirms that Dawn Hope has been back filming with Coronation Street, reprising her role as Kirsty's mother Alison.
Hope was spotted filming on-location with Michelle Keegan (Tina) and Jennie McAlpine (Fiz) as their characters paid a surprise visit to Mrs Soames.
Regular viewers will know that Alison is a victim of domestic violence herself due to her abusive husband Ed. Are Tina and Fiz hoping that Alison can make Kirsty see sense and drop her malicious accusations?
Coronation Street's Natalie Gumede has confirmed that she is leaving the soap.
The Kirsty Soames actress revealed on her Twitter account today (February 22) that she will film her final scenes next week.
Gumede wrote: "I can now confirm what you all suspected: #Corrie is on a Kirsty countdown!! The last 18 months have been incredible, thank you all so much!
"Your support has touched me greatly, and working with the #Corrie team has been an honour and a pleasure."
Singling out the co-star of her domestic violence storyline, she went on: "Thank you @alanhalsall for your generosity as a person and as an actor! And all of my castmates, crewmates and all who look after us so well.
"After my final #Corrie filming day next week, I will look back with love, and look forward to new adventures xxx"
Gumede's character Kirsty falsely accused ex-fiancé Tyrone Dobbs of domestic violence last month, with the latter now having to battle to prove his innocence in court during the coming weeks.
It was revealed recently that two different endings to the trial have been filmed.
Gumede has made her mark since joining Coronation Street in summer 2011, with her domestic abuse plot named 'Best Storyline' of 2012 by Digital Spy readers. The actress also took the 'Best Newcomer' title at the British Soap Awards 2012.
so will she die or go to prison
Think she's going to jail - picture of her in handcuffs http://primetime.unrealitytv.co.uk/c...ill-air-video/
But Kirsty being Kirsty there are 2 possible endings - oh no there's not................
Corrie star Natalie Gumede has revealed that she wants to show her fun side after bowing out as twisted Kirsty Soames.
The actress filmed her final scenes as Kirsty last month, but she will remain on screen for a few more weeks.
Speaking to PA, Gumede explained that she is keen for a change after filming so many tough scenes for her soap role.
Gumede said: "I think it would be great to do a comedy after such an intense role… it would be nice to do something light-hearted and show I'm not as nasty as Kirsty."
However, she added that she is also "a huge fan" of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing and would be interested in taking part.
Asked whether she was making a pitch for the next series, Gumede replied: "A little bit - shameless plug!"
Kirsty has been at the centre of Coronation Street's most high-profile story of the last year, putting fan favourite Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) through a horrendous ordeal.
After physically attacking Tyrone a number of times when they were a couple, Kirsty later turned the tables on him by falsely accusing him of domestic violence. Tyrone stands trial later this month.
Coronation Street continues tonight (March 13) at 7.30pm on ITV.
Corrie star Natalie Gumede has confirmed that her character Kirsty Soames's true nature will be exposed regardless of how Tyrone's trial plays out.
Show bosses are keeping tight-lipped over whether Tyrone (Alan Halsall) is found guilty or not guilty when he faces Kirsty's false domestic violence allegations in court later this month.
However, Gumede told All About Soap that Kirsty will be experiencing a backlash either way as the street's residents begin to realise that Tyrone was the victim all along.
Gumede explained: "Everyone she used to work with will know what happened one way or another, and she's going to be the enemy on the street.
"She doesn't fully realise what she's capable of, and for her that means the game's up. I can't reveal too much about what happens next - only that it's a fitting end for Kirsty, for now at least! You'll have to watch!"
Julie Carp (Katy Cavanagh) will be one of the first to see Kirsty's nasty side after helping her out with childcare by offering to babysit.
When Julie has to leave baby Ruby in Sally's care unexpectedly one afternoon, Kirsty is furious that her friend has let her down.
Speaking to Soaplife, Gumede added: "Kirsty's incensed at Julie and at Sally. Julie comes back and Kirsty loses her temper and she throws a cup across the room. And that's when the mask starts to slip."
Gumede filmed her final Coronation Street scenes at the end of last month.