Coronation Street fans are in a tizzy after rumours emerged that Bethany Platt is carrying a secret child in her return.

A brief glimpse in the trailer – when she looks at a small photo hidden in her wallet – has sparked speculation online: is Bethany hiding a child who was born in the dark?

Digital Spy insiders claim that the upcoming Coronation Street script will be “emotionally explosive” around a secret involving Bethany.

All signs point to the possibility that she gave birth while living away from home, and is now forced to face the consequences.

It could be the result of a traumatic relationship in the past – or a child she gave birth to out of fear, before she could heal her emotional wounds.

The mysterious appearance of a blonde girl in a recent street scene has fans even more riled up. Some claim she’s just an extra, but many viewers “hunting for frames” are convinced she’s “Bethany’s daughter”. If this theory is true, it would be the most shocking twist of the year, taking the story from a personal tragedy to a battle for custody, honor and forgiveness.

Sarah Platt – Bethany’s mother – will surely be shocked to learn she has a niece she’s never met. Meanwhile, David Platt, with his fiery personality, may confront Bethany, adding to the tension in the family relationship.
The scary thing is, Nathan Curtis – Bethany’s old enemy – may also know about the baby’s existence. If he returns to claim paternity or blackmail, things could get out of hand.

Coronation Street writers are known for pushing characters to their limits – and with Bethany, those limits may be about to be tested again. Will she continue to hide the secret or dare to face and tell the truth to save her child?