ITV Coronation Street legend shows off baby bump ahead of birth to third child

A Coronation Street star has delighted fans after showing off her baby bump

A Coronation Street legend has left fans absolutely delighted as she revealed her growing baby bump before welcoming her little one.

Paula Lane portrayed Kylie Platt on the ITV soap before the character met her demise in 2016. Paula subsequently returned to soap opera territory in 2024, taking on the role of Ella Forster on Emmerdale.

And on Emmerdale, it wasn’t long before Paula’s character Ella found herself embroiled in some serious drama, particularly when her relationship with Dr Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) came to an end.

Her troubled history was also exposed, with revelations that Ella had previously served time behind bars following the murder of a childhood companion during their younger years.

Nevertheless, Ella ultimately departed the Dales this year following her arrest after taking Liam captive, desperate to demonstrate that she hadn’t drugged Chas (Lucy Pargeter) – though audiences will remember that John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) was actually responsible, reports the Daily Star.

Beyond the soap world, Paula is wed to her longtime partner Tom Shaw. The couple exchanged vows in May 2014 and are devoted parents to Arthur, born in 2014, and Penny, born in 2016.

This year however, Paula shared the wonderful news that she was anticipating her third child with Tom, expected to arrive in December. The actress posted on Instagram at the time: “Some special news to share from us @sirtomshaw Christmas just got a bit more magical. Our baby boy due December 2025”.

Paula has been keeping her followers in the loop about her pregnancy journey. Just last week, she shared a series of snaps from a recent holiday with Tom on Instagram, including pictures of the pair enjoying the local attractions.

In one photo, Paula proudly displayed her baby bump in a snug black dress. She posed for a mirror selfie, beaming at the camera and possibly cradling her bump.

Her post was met with a flurry of compliments from fans and co-stars alike. One follower commented: “You look absolutely gorgeous and Wholesome Paula. What a Beautiful couple..Enjoy! !” Another added: “Looking beautiful. Congratulations Sending best wishes.”

Michelle Hardwick, who portrays Vanessa Woodfield, simply wrote: “Glowing.” Meanwhile, former Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush enthused: “You look gorgeous.”

Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX