Calli Kitson
Published December 3, 2025 11:00am
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A writer for Coronation Street has given further insight into when Debbie Webster’s (Sue Devaney) dementia storyline will end.
Beloved character Debbie was diagnosed with dementia earlier this year. Prior to going to the doctors, Debbie started to grow concerned about her sudden changes in behaviour, and issues with her health.
Debbie attended an appointment, but was under the impression the doctor would tell her that she’s experiencing symptoms of the menopause.
She was absolutely knocked for six when she received confirmation that she has dementia. At first, the only person who knew about the diagnosis was Debbie’s brother Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard).
Debbie was adamant that she wanted to keep her dementia a secret from her family. She pretended that everything was fine, and continued to focus on her business.
Debbie received her diagnosis earlier this year (Picture: ITV)
At the same time, Debbie ended her relationship with Ronnie Bailey (Vinta Morgan), which left him stunned. Debbie didn’t tell Ronnie the truth, but in her heart she believed that he deserved someone better than her.
Debbie’s loved ones learnt her secret after she collapsed at an event. Since then, she’s been touched by how supportive her family have been.
Well, everyone bar Carl, that is, who is currently taking advantage of his sister’s dementia.
This week, scenes in the ITV soap aired that once again highlighted the progression of Debbie’s condition. She spoke to a group of women at her hotel about her diagnosis, and then headed off for some drinks with some female friends.
After the instalment, Jonathan Harvey, a popular writer for the show, took to Instagram to share a sweet message about Debbie’s story.
The character is hugely loved by fans (Picture: ITV)
‘The Unusual Suspects!’, he said.
‘I’ve written the second half of tonight’s Corrie, and very proud of it I am too. Debbie and her best girlfriends down a few cocktails and have a scream and bond. So lovely to have been given an episode celebrating female friendship and to be able to play it with all these brilliant Corrie women.
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Reflecting on Debbie’s storyline, he added: ‘As Debbie’s dementia progresses over the next few years, she’s going to need the strength of Debbie’s Angels to steer her through’.
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Star Sue Devaney, who plays Debbie, spoke about the longevity of Debbie’s story in the summer of this year.
Speaking to ITV’s Lorraine, she said: ‘We wanted to do the diagnosis and get that sorted and then do the journey of living with dementia…
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‘She’s not going anywhere yet! I know the story is going to go on well into 2027, so Debbie’s not going anywhere.’
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