Coronation Street actress Beth Nixon recently shared details about almost landing a different role on the show. Making her debut on the popular ITV soap last year, Beth portrays the character Megan, who is introduced as the athletics coach for young newcomer Will Driscoll and his family from Hull now residing in Weatherfield.
The storyline unfolds with Megan’s hidden agenda of grooming 16-year-old Will prior to his relocation, a fact unbeknownst to his family. Megan’s manipulative behavior extends to her personal life as she secures a job at Weatherfield High School and embarks on a romantic relationship with fellow teacher Daniel Osbourne, causing tension with Will.
Despite facing backlash from viewers for her character’s controversial actions, Beth Nixon revealed in an interview her emotional journey to landing the role on Coronation Street. Having previously auditioned for the show twice, Beth expressed her initial disappointment at not securing the role of Lauren, which was later filled by another actress.
Beth’s persistence paid off when she auditioned for the role of Megan, a morally complex character. After a successful chemistry test and on-set performance, Beth was thrilled to receive the news of her casting, marking her first television role after years of pursuing acting. The opportunity came at a pivotal moment in her career, reigniting her passion for acting and providing a breakthrough in the industry.
Catch Coronation Street airing on ITV1 and ITVX from Monday to Friday at 8:30 pm for the latest developments in Megan’s storyline.