Coronation Street fans have been left shocked after discovering that a soap legend had a "secret" behind-the-scenes relationship with a co-star before they split up.

Elle Mulvaney, who plays Amy Barlow, left viewers buzzing after revealing she was romantically involved with Liam Scholes.

Liam is well-known for playing the role of Eli Higginson, an associate of Corey Brent (played by Maximus Evans).

He has also had roles in popular shows like Waterloo Road as Noel McManus and has featured in episodes of Peaky Blinders.