Newcomer Katie Redford has been revealed as Sarah-Louise Platt's daughter Bethany on Coronation Street.
The character is returning to the cobbles as a 14-year-old this spring, having left her home in Milan, Italy.
Coronation Street's Katie Redford
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Bethany turns up unannounced and is soon followed by mum Sarah who will be played by Tina O'Brien once again. She intends to bring her daughter back to Milan but both end up staying in Weatherfield.
Speaking about the news, Redford said: "Until I'm actually on set, I genuinely don't think it will sink in that I'm joining the cast of Coronation Street. I know it sounds cliched but it really feels like a dream come true.
"Bethany Platt is going to be such a fun and witty character to play and I hope everyone enjoys her return as much as I'm going to!"
Producer Stuart Blackburn added: "Full of mischief and with a real lust for life Bethany is an unpredictable force of nature who will bring joy and chaos in equal measure, turning their household upside down.
"Life has just got a lot more interesting for The Platts and anyone who crosses Bethany's path."
The Grimshaw family will also be affected by Sarah's return due to her history with warring brothers Jason and Todd.
O'Brien took over as Sarah in 1999 when the role was recast. She left the cobbles in 2007 and has since had parts in Blue Murder, Waterloo Road, Accused, Doctors and Casualty.
The actress and her personal trainer boyfriend Adam Crofts recently welcomed the arrival of a baby boy. She also has a 5-year-old daughter Scarlett, whose father is Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas (Jason).