It’s been a remarkable year on Coronation Street, and two of the show’s most captivating performers continue to get the recognition they deserve.
Alison King and Vicky Myers have both earned nominations in the 2025 I Talk Telly Awards – King and Myers for Best Soap Partnership, and Myers additionally for Best Soap Performance, honouring her outstanding individual contribution to one of the most talked-about years in Weatherfield.
Together, they’ve created something truly special on screen. As Carla Connor and Lisa Swain, King and Myers have forged an incredible partnership defined by emotions, chemistry, and an authenticity that has never been seen in soap before. Their performances have truly made the Swarla storyline one of the most compelling in recent Corrie history.
This year’s storylines have given both actors the space to shine. The kidney transplant storyline pushed Carla and Lisa to their limits, exploring loyalty, fear, and resilience. King brought her trademark intensity to Carla’s battle for her health, while Myers grounded every scene with strength, portraying Lisa as both protector and partner with beautiful restraint.
When Rob Donovan’s stint on the cobbles saw the pair held hostage, the tension reached new heights, and both actors delivered performances that were raw, terrified, and utterly believable. The realism of those episodes reminded viewers why both women are considered among the best talents in British soap.
Their journey didn’t stop there. As Carla and Lisa found joy in their engagement and struggled to navigate life with Lisa’s daughter Betsy, the pair continued to showcase their incredible versatility, shifting effortlessly between high drama and tender, human moments that resonated deeply with fans across the globe (yes, globe. Swarla have gone international!).
And just when it seemed their characters had found stability, Corrie threw them another curveball with the return of Lisa’s ‘dead’ wife Becky – a storyline that is currently demanding complex, emotionally charged performances. Myers, in particular, has been praised for her ability to express heartbreak, confusion, and compassion all in the same breath.
The recognition from I Talk Telly celebrates not only their standout year but their ongoing impact on the soap landscape. King’s long-established brilliance and Myers’ rising power as a dramatic performer have combined to form a duo that feels both electric and completely believable.
As fans continue to rally behind them, both nominations serve as a reminder of what makes Coronation Street so enduring – fearless writing, emotional storytelling, and actors who bring every single script to life in the most wonderful way.
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