Coronation Street Stars Tease Carla and Lisa’s Wedding — But Becky’s Return Could Bring Trouble
Carla and Lisa’s Love Story Makes Soap History
In Coronation Street’s 65th year, few couples have captured viewers’ hearts quite like Carla Connor (Alison King) and Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers). Their passionate yet grounded relationship — affectionately dubbed “Swarla” by fans — earned them the Best Partnership Award at the Inside Soap Awards, and no one was prouder than the stars themselves.
“It’s absolutely beautiful,” said Vicky, who also took home the Best Actress prize. “Lisa and Carla’s love story is different from any I’ve seen on television. They’re soulmates, and representing a sapphic couple in Coronation Street’s 65th year feels historic.”
The pair’s relationship has broken new ground as they became the first same-sex couple to buy a home together on the famous cobbles — a milestone moment that’s made viewers fall even more in love with them.
A Romance Tested by Tragedy
Lisa and Carla’s path to happiness has been anything but straightforward. They’ve endured Carla’s murderous brother Rob escaping prison, Lisa’s heartbreak over Craig Tinker’s death, and the emotional fallout from both their pasts.
But their biggest challenge arrived in the form of Lisa’s wife Becky Swain (Amy Cudden), who returned to Weatherfield earlier this year — very much alive, despite having faked her death four years ago to “protect her family.”
“Oh, Becky is an absolute nightmare!” Alison King joked. “But I adore Amy [Cudden]. She brings such brilliant energy to the story. Becky is a total troublemaker, so I’m really enjoying playing opposite her.”
With Becky back on the scene and determined to reclaim her place in Lisa’s life, fans are bracing for fireworks.
Wedding Bells… Or Wedding Chaos?
After Lisa’s heartfelt proposal to Carla, fans are counting down to a Swarla wedding — but it may not unfold how they imagine.
“I think Lisa would want the world to know she’s with the love of her life,” Vicky said. “After everything they’ve been through, they deserve a drama-free wedding full of love, joy and happiness. The street needs a big celebration — 100%!”
But Alison King isn’t so sure Carla would go for a grand affair. “To be honest, I don’t want to get dressed up ever again!” she laughed. “I’d prefer if they went to Greece, got married quietly, and came back to tell everyone afterwards!”
Whether they tie the knot in a spectacular Weatherfield ceremony or jet off for a low-key destination wedding, one thing’s clear — Coronation Street is gearing up for one of its most talked-about love stories yet.
But Will Becky Let Them Be Happy?
Even as “Swarla” prepares for their happily ever after, Becky’s reappearance threatens to reignite old feelings — and stir up new drama. Having returned from the dead, her motives remain mysterious, but her timing couldn’t be worse.
Will she sabotage Lisa and Carla’s big day? Or could her presence drive the couple even closer together?
As Alison teased, “It’s Coronation Street — there’s always drama. But it’s going to be great fun to watch.”