Jane Danson, known for her role as Leanne Battersby on Coronation Street, left fans in disbelief after unexpectedly reuniting with Gavin & Stacey star James Corden at the Broadcast Awards 2025.
Coronation Street actress Jane Danson has sent shockwaves through fans with her unexpected connection to another famous face. Danson, who plays Leanne Battersby on the long-running soap opera , was among the TV stars attending the Broadcast Awards 2025 on Wednesday, February 5th, where Coronation Street took home the prestigious award for Best Continuing Drama.
The star-studded event also saw other notable winners, including the real-life drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office, which secured two awards, and The Piano, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, which was crowned Best Popular Factual Programme. A special highlight of the evening was the launch of the Broadcast Awards Hall of Fame, commemorating the event's 30th anniversary. Each year, a show that has left an undeniable mark on British life and made a significant impact within the industry will be inducted. This year, the much-loved sitcom Gavin & Stacey was bestowed with this honour. The series concluded this Christmas after an impressive 17-year run, drawing a staggering +28-day audience of 20.9m viewers, making it the UK's biggest scripted show since records began in 2002. Danson, accompanied by her Coronation Street co-stars Georgia Taylor (Toyah Habeeb) and Ryan Russell (Michael Bailey), attended the prestigious ceremony. Taking to Instagram, Danson shared a series of glamorous photographs from the event. But it was her first post that truly captured the attention of fans. In the picture, Danson and Taylor posed with Gavin & Stacey star and co-creator James Corden. Danson captioned her post: 'Lovely night at #broadcast awards congratulations @coronationstreet winning best continuing drama! 'A special moment seeing @j_corden again after working together 30 years ago! ( some of you may remember ‘out of tune ‘? Can’t believe it’s so long ago !!) happy memories.' Fans were quick to react, expressing disbelief and amusement at the unexpected reunion. One fan exclaimed on Twitter, 'THIS CANNOT BE REALLLLLL please i cant,' while another replied, 'Why does he look photoshopped,' and a third added, 'WHAT AM I WITNESSING.' Others, however, were delighted to see Danson and Taylor appearing in good spirits, a refreshing change from their often tumultuous on-screen relationships. @grahamtctravels6 commented: 'Nice to see you getting on with on screen sister.' @savannah_jessica_84 added: 'Looking gorgeous especially the ladies. It’s nice to see you both getting on and not fighting for once haha lol.
Jane Danson Coronation Street James Corden Gavin & Stacey Broadcast Awards Reunion Fans Television Soap Opera
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Coronation Street's Jane Danson Gets Emotional Reflecting on Nearly 30 Years on the CobblesJane Danson, who plays Leanne Battersby on Coronation Street, gets emotional looking back on her almost 30-year career on the soap. She discusses her character's journey, including her struggles with addiction and the tragic loss of her son Oliver, as well as the strong bonds she has formed with her co-stars.
Read more »
Coronation Street Actress Jane Danson Hints at Job Security Amidst Cast CullJane Danson, known for her role on Coronation Street, comments on the job security of being on the long-running soap opera. Her statement comes amidst a recent wave of departures from the show, raising questions about the future of the cast and the show itself.
Read more »
Coronation Street's Jane Danson Predicts a Rocky Future for Leanne BattersbyJane Danson, who portrays Leanne Battersby on Coronation Street, shared her thoughts on her character's future during an appearance on ITV's This Morning. Danson hinted that Leanne's path may not lead to a traditional happy ending, suggesting she has a tendency to self-sabotage even when things are going well. This comes as Leanne navigates a turbulent period in her life, dealing with grief over her son Oliver's death, the fallout from her sister Toyah and ex-fiancé Nick's affair, and recent legal charges.
Read more »
Coronation Street's Leanne Battersby's Real-Life Romance with Fellow Soap StarDiscover the surprising real-life connection between Coronation Street actress Jane Danson and her husband, fellow soap star Robert Beck.
Read more »
Coronation Street star confirms darker side to Rob 'than he has known'Coronation Street actor teases the surprise return of Rob Donovan to the ITV soap, revealing he's 'a completely different person'.
Read more »
Coronation Street Knife Crime Storyline Praised by Mum of Stabbing VictimA mother whose son was stabbed by two young boys, one as young as 11, has praised Coronation Street for its realistic portrayal of knife crime in a recent storyline.
Read more »