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Coronation Street's Debbie Faces Dementia, Family Turmoil Ahead

12/3/2025

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Story summary

Coronation Street character Debbie Webster, played by Sue Devaney, is diagnosed with young-onset dementia, causing memory loss and prompting her brother Carl to seek control of her finances.
Fans are reacting strongly to the storyline.
Debbie remains central through 2027, and the storyline includes a family death this Christmas and a wedding that could complicate events.

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Story summary

Coronation Street character Debbie Webster, played by Sue Devaney, is diagnosed with young-onset dementia, causing memory loss and prompting her brother Carl to seek control of her finances.
Fans are reacting strongly to the storyline.
Debbie remains central through 2027, and the storyline includes a family death this Christmas and a wedding that could complicate events.