July 8th 2024.
Coming up next on Coronation Street, viewers will see Dee-Dee Bailey, played by the talented Channique Sterling-Brown, as one of the most positive and bubbly characters on the show. However, it seems that her cheerful demeanor can quickly turn if someone crosses her. In a recent interview with The Agency, Channique warned that her character is not one to be messed with.
Her warning is directed at Joel Deering, a violent predator who is now engaged to Dee-Dee. Little does she know that he is the same man who groomed and brutally attacked Lauren Bolton. But as it goes in soap operas, villains always get their comeuppance, and fans are eagerly awaiting justice for Lauren. Dee-Dee, too, will be seeking justice once she discovers the true nature of the man she plans to marry. Channique couldn't contain her excitement as she talked about the upcoming plot in a recent video interview.
She explained, "It's definitely an exciting storyline! Dee-Dee may seem like a fun and bubbly character, but she's also strong and powerful. She has a strong moral compass, so when the truth comes out, it will completely change her life and the story. That's what makes it so thrilling."
Channique also hinted at Dee-Dee's strength and determination, stating, "I don't think Joel would ever hurt her. But there's this element of 'if I can't have you, no one can,' which is why he's working so hard to keep his lies hidden." The actress continued, "How will Dee-Dee react when she finds out? It's bound to be explosive."
Channique is enjoying being at the center of such an intense and explosive storyline. She shared, "There's definitely a power that Dee-Dee knows she has over Joel. Right now, it may be the innocent power of love, but in the future, it will definitely come into play."
For now, Dee-Dee is head over heels for Joel, and it seems that he may have feelings for her in his own twisted way. Channique teased, "It's quite interesting because Dee-Dee is thinking about their future, and Joel loves her in his own weird and scary way." She added, "There will be a journey for Dee-Dee as she reconciles the truth of who Joel is with the version she's been presented with."
Dee-Dee has spent months defending Roy Cropper, who was accused of killing Lauren. Now that Lauren is confirmed to be alive, Dee-Dee is determined to get answers. However, with Lauren disappearing once again, Dee-Dee and Bethany are on a mission to find her. Channique shared her thoughts on this storyline, "Dee-Dee and Bethany are on a mission to find Lauren, and it's important for them to do so, for reasons they don't realize at the time."
She continued, "When Lauren is found, it's going to be a strange chapter for Dee-Dee. This girl, who she has so much empathy for, has caused so many problems for the street. I think there will be an element of friction for Dee-Dee." Channique added, "The audience knows the truth, and it's going to be uncomfortable for them to watch, but it will make for an interesting chapter."
Channique is thoroughly enjoying working on this storyline and getting into the nitty-gritty of it. She shared, "From the very start of Calum's auditions, we knew that this is where the story was going. It's been really fun to sit on this secret for a year, and now it's all coming out!" She added, "What's been great about this storyline is that it involves so many members of the cast. It's been an ensemble piece, starting with Roy, then the engagement, and now Lauren being alive. There's more to come, and it's been brilliant."
However, things won't be so great for Dee-Dee when she finally sees Joel for who he truly is. And it will be even worse for Joel when he faces his downfall, possibly at the hands of his own wife-to-be. Viewers will have to tune in to see how this explosive storyline unfolds.
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