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Coronation Street viewers are buzzing after a powerful behind-the-scenes tease hints that Summer Spellman may soon step into a heroic role—one that could finally free Todd Grimshaw from the clutches of his dangerously abusive partner, Theo Silverton. In a revealing interview, actress Harriet Bibby has sparked intense speculation by admitting she would love to see Summer become the one who rescues Todd before it’s too late.

Right now, the truth about Theo’s horrifying behavior is known to just one person—and that person is no longer alive. Billy Mayhew uncovered Theo’s true nature before his tragic death in the devastating car crash, a moment that continues to haunt the cobbles. Viewers know the chilling reality: as flames engulfed the vehicle, Theo coldly condemned Billy to die by fastening his seatbelt, ensuring there was no escape. That dark secret died with Billy… or so it seems.

Summer, still drowning in grief over losing her adoptive father, remains completely unaware of Theo’s murderous actions and his manipulative abuse toward Todd. Like everyone else in Todd’s circle, she sees Theo as a calm, supportive presence—someone who appears to be helping Todd cope rather than destroying him from the inside out. But fans are starting to wonder whether that illusion can last.

Harriet Bibby has teased that Summer could unknowingly follow in Billy’s footsteps. From a viewer’s perspective, she admits she finds herself shouting at the screen, urging Summer to open her eyes and act. With Billy gone, Todd has become the closest thing Summer has left to a parental figure—and that bond could prove crucial. The two are emotionally dependent on each other in ways neither fully acknowledges, making the idea of Summer stepping in both touching and tragic.

Yet the cruel irony is that Summer currently views Theo as a source of comfort. Still fragile and desperate for stability, she leans on both Todd and Theo to feel safe again. Completely blind to the toxic dynamic unfolding behind closed doors, Summer has no idea that Todd is silently enduring abuse to shield her from even more pain. Todd knows exactly how dangerous Theo is—but he’s terrified that exposing the truth will shatter Summer, who has already lost so much.

That leaves viewers asking one terrifying question: how long can Todd survive this nightmare?

With Theo growing more confident, Todd increasingly isolated, and Summer unknowingly standing at the center of it all, the stage is set for a devastating turning point. Will Summer start to notice cracks in Theo’s perfect facade? Could a small detail, a slip of the tongue, or a moment of fear finally lead her to the truth Billy died trying to reveal? Or will Theo tighten his grip before anyone can stop him?

One thing is certain—this storyline is far from over. As secrets simmer and danger lurks beneath the surface, Summer Spellman may soon face a heartbreaking choice that could either save Todd’s life… or cost them both everything. 👀🔥