Runaway Groomsmate? Carl’s Crisis Explodes as Debbie’s Wedding Spirals Toward Disaster
A festive wedding turns tense as secrets, death, and dementia threaten to derail Debbie Webster’s big day
A Bride Battling More Than Cold Feet
Debbie Webster’s wedding to Ronnie Bailey was meant to be a celebration — a moment of joy after a painful year. But with Christmas around the corner, the promise of love and unity begins to crumble under the weight of secrets, illness, and heartbreak.

Debbie, portrayed by the beloved Sue Devaney, has been fighting a quiet battle. After experiencing memory issues earlier this year, she feared early menopause. But in a shocking twist, doctors diagnosed her with early-onset dementia. She kept the news hidden, even ending things with Ronnie to protect him.
Eventually, love won out. Ronnie discovered the truth and vowed to stand by her, leading to their heartfelt reconciliation. But with the wedding fast approaching, a devastating chain of events could shatter their plans.
Tragedy Before the Vows
Debbie’s hen do ends in horror when a shocking death rocks the Webster family. In the aftermath, Carl — who has already been battling emotional turmoil — begins to unravel.
Not only is Carl struggling with grief, but he’s also harboring a secret that could ruin everything. His reckless behavior escalates when he finds himself entangled in a dangerous liaison with James Bailey. What starts as a distraction quickly threatens to blow his world apart.
Abi Webster becomes suspicious and begins to question what Carl is hiding. With tensions rising and the walls closing in, Carl is forced into a painful decision: stay and face the truth, or flee before Debbie walks down the aisle.
Carl on the Brink
Spoiler images confirm Carl will be present at the wedding, but his anxiety is palpable. As Debbie prepares to say “I do,” her brother teeters on the edge. Will he expose the truth? Or will his guilt crush him before she reaches the altar?
Corrie fans are already bracing for a possible explosion at the ceremony. And with Debbie’s condition adding another layer of vulnerability, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
A Wedding Full of Hope—and Heartache
Showrunner Kate Brooks promises a wedding that reflects Debbie’s bold spirit and emotional journey. In a touching moment, the dementia choir she founded will perform during the celebration, showcasing her strength and her fight to remain active, present, and proud.
Still, this wedding is anything but predictable. With unresolved grief, secrets under the surface, and Carl ready to snap, it may be the most emotionally charged wedding the cobbles have ever seen.