In a deeply emotional turn on Coronation Street, Harriet Bibby sheds light on

her character Summer Spellman’s role following the tragic death of Paul Foreman.

This week, Summer experiences a profound loss as she says goodbye to one of

her three dads, Paul, who passed away in the hospital after a harrowing battle with motor neuron disease over the past 18 months.

In the upcoming episodes, Summer finds herself entangled in the escalating tensions between Billy Mayhew and Bernie Winter regarding Paul’s funeral. Billy is set on a traditional service, while Bernie advocates for a more personalized memorial that reflects Paul’s true spirit. Harriet Bibby explains that Summer, who has always been mature and often taken on a parental role with her dads, becomes a crucial mediator amid the family discord.

As Summer navigates this conflict, she is also reuniting with Asha, a friend she feels she can confide in during this tumultuous time. The storyline highlights Summer’s struggle to balance her own grief with her role as a stabilizing force for the family. Harriet describes how Summer becomes the voice of reason, trying to bridge the gap between Billy and Bernie and guide them toward honoring Paul in a way that aligns with his wishes.

Complicating matters further, Summer is one of the few who knows the truth about Billy’s final phone call with Paul. Although Billy was unable to reach Paul before his death, Bernie let him believe he was still alive during their conversation to provide him with a sense of closure. Harriet reveals that Summer feels conflicted about this deception. Bernie’s intention was to offer Billy a farewell he wouldn’t otherwise have had, but the lie leaves Summer and others grappling with guilt and uncertainty over whether it was the right choice.

As Summer deals with these complex emotions—grief, worry for her family, and the burden of knowing the truth—she struggles with the weight of her responsibilities and t