The pair are still together on the show but ran into trouble this week as Weatherfield Prison contacted Shona to reveal that Clayton had tried to take his own life. However, David saw the emails first and decided to delete them to keep Shona in the dark about what was going on.

The character, played by Jack P Shepherd, was worried Shona might have discovered the texts in Friday’s episode. However, instead, Shona was shocked to receive the news that there was a shock at Lily’s school.

Although David was relieved after the narrow miss, the story is set to follow in the future as spoilers have revealed that David will visit Clayton in prison in an attempt to draw a line in the case. However, the plan will not work as Shona will be told directly by the police that Clayton is in hospital.

Clayton Hibbs is played by Callum Harrison and Julia is delighted that her co-star is back. However, she admitted that the future does not look rosy for her character’s marriage.

She said at a Coronation Street press event: “Clayton is her son and will always be part of her life. If it causes drama, all the better, I love it. And it’s also really nice to see Callum when he comes. Let’s continue the drama for David and Shona, otherwise it would be very boring, wouldn’t it?

She added: “The sad thing is they’ve been so solid for so long that Shona is David’s last crutch. But he’s ruined it himself in my opinion. I really am Team Shona on this.”

Away from the screen, Julia’s life is thankfully less turbulent as she has been happily married to Ben Silver since 2018. The couple are the proud parents of two children.

She gave birth to her second child, Emmeline, in November when she announced the news in a heartwarming post. The 39-year-old said: “We are absolutely delighted and Franklin is in love with his little sister Emmeline Beanie Silver. It’s perfect.”

Julia shared the inspiration behind her daughter’s name earlier this year when she posed for a picture with the face of women’s rights champion Emmeline Pankhurst. She captioned the post: “Named our daughter after the incredible #EmmelinePankhurst and here’s the shirt designed by the fabulous @justin_eagleton in support of #manchesterwomensaid 50th anniversary.”

Julia was flooded with messages of support after the update. Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick said: “I love this! We have a photo of her in the kitchen.”

Co-star Sally Ann Matthews shared a series of heart emojis after the update. A follower named Yvonne posted: “What a beautiful name.”

Julia’s latest social media update saw her stunning on the red carpet at the TRIC Awards this summer. She was inundated with messages of praise after taking a snap from the event.

Tina O’Brien said: “Absolutely gorgeous.” Sair Khan added: “Wonderful.” Sally Carman posted: “It’s a good fit” Former Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley replied: “Absolutely gorgeous.” Julia replied, “Thank you my love.”

Julia enjoys a close bond with her Corrie co-stars and was inundated with heartfelt messages as she celebrated her 39th birthday this year. Cait Fitton led the tributes during her short time away from the show, saying: ‘Happy birthday to this beautiful lady. I miss and love you very much.”

Sally Ann Matthews, who plays Jenny Bradley, added: “Happiest of birthdays to this absolute queen. I love you”. Georgia Taylor, who plays Toyah Habeeb, posted: “Happy birthday to our honorary Battersby.”

If you’re a Coronation Street fan, why not try our Rovers Return quiz? ECHO reporter Ryan Paton took part in a special pub quiz at the iconic pub hosted by Sally Ann Matthews this week. You can test your knowledge about soap with some of the questions presented in the quiz below