Coronation Street fans were left speechless after it was reported Kel Allen was 28 years old - but the actress has since put the records straight.
Kel's portrayal of Kelly Neelan's flawed and tragic mum Laura won viewers' hearts, especially after she sacrificed herself to ensure her daughter's future.
Laura falsely confessed to husband Rick's murder so that Gary Windass - who had actually killed the loan shark - would be able to look after Kelly.
