Gary Windass Heads Out for His Next Attack | Coronation Street

Coronation Street is once again turning up the heat, and this time it’s Gary Windass who is stepping back into the shadows of his violent past. For years, fans have watched Gary try to reform—trading in his reputation as one of Weatherfield’s most dangerous men for the quieter life of a husband and father. But after a terrifying brush with death and a fresh grudge that has reignited his darker instincts, it looks like Gary is prepared to go down a road that could lead him straight back to disaster.

Gary, played by Mikey North, has been one of the Street’s most complex characters. Once involved in two killings—Rick Neelan and Rana Habeeb—he has long carried the weight of those crimes while attempting to present himself as a man who’s changed. His marriage to Maria Connor was meant to mark the beginning of that new chapter, where his past as a loan shark and criminal was firmly behind him. But as we’ve learned many times before in Weatherfield, the past has a nasty habit of catching up, and Gary’s darker impulses never stay buried for long.

The latest twist comes after Gary barely survived a brutal attack at the hands of Lou Malis. That near-death experience seems to have flipped a switch in him, rekindling his ruthless survival instinct. Instead of finding relief at being spared, Gary appears to have embraced the violence once again, this time targeting Noah, a homophobic preacher and self-proclaimed “ex-gay.”

Gary’s obsession with bringing Noah down has escalated quickly. Earlier this week, viewers saw him preparing to strike Noah with a hammer, intent on silencing him once and for all. But before the situation could spiral out of control, Maria arrived just in time to intervene. Together, the couple redirected Gary’s fury by defacing Noah’s posters with a bold “Love is Love” slogan—a public statement that challenged Noah’s hateful rhetoric without crossing the line into violence.

At least, that’s what Maria thought.

Later, it became clear that Gary wasn’t ready to walk away from revenge. When he claimed he was going out to pick up groceries, the truth was far more sinister. Instead of heading to the shops, Gary ambushed Noah in a vicious attack that left the preacher hospitalized. The incident quickly sent shockwaves through the community, but Gary remained in the shadows, determined to keep his involvement hidden.

The fallout was immediate. Theo, who had publicly clashed with Noah in the past, suddenly found himself under suspicion. With the police desperate for leads, Lisa Swain questioned Theo and eventually arrested him for the attack. But without evidence to hold him, Theo was released. Gary, meanwhile, secretly celebrated his success—delighting in the fact that Noah was off the streets and in a hospital bed. Yet, as soap fans know all too well, unfinished business rarely stays quiet. If Gary doesn’t feel that the job is done, could he strike again?

This chilling possibility raises new fears. Could Gary be on the brink of claiming a third victim in his bloody history? With Rick Neelan and Rana Habeeb already etched into his dark past, viewers are left wondering if Gary is about to add Noah—or someone else entirely—to that list. The danger is real, and Maria’s ability to rein him in may be running out of time.

While Gary’s story takes a violent turn, another Weatherfield favorite finds herself at a crossroads of a very different kind. Carla Connor is preparing to propose to her partner, Lisa Swain, but the road to romance has not been without its complications.

Fans recently saw Carla confide in her nephew Ryan about her plan to pop the question. After receiving the engagement ring, she eagerly plotted out the big moment, hoping to surprise Lisa in a way that felt meaningful. But when it came down to execution, her nerves got the better of her. In typical Carla fashion, her confidence wavered as she worried about whether her grand gesture might feel too staged—or worse, too cliché.

The plan originally involved slipping the ring into Lisa’s champagne glass at the Rovers, a romantic setup that seemed perfect on paper. But things quickly unraveled. Just as Carla prepared to set the stage, Debbie interrupted, sharing stories about her own wedding arrangements. Then, to make matters worse, Lisa revealed that her ex-wife Becky had proposed in the exact same way, with a ring in a glass of bubbly.

The revelation left Carla mortified. Debbie laughed that the gesture was practically a cliché in her hotel, prompting Carla to abandon the plan entirely. Back at home, Carla confessed her embarrassment to Ryan, who teased her for backing out but reassured her that she’d eventually find a proposal idea that truly fit. The moment may not have gone to plan, but fans know Carla isn’t one to give up easily. Her next attempt could be even more heartfelt—and certainly less predictable.

Meanwhile, Coronation Street has given viewers an intimate look inside Carla and Lisa’s new home, much to the delight of fans. After winning the bidding war for Number Six Coronation Street, the couple—affectionately dubbed “Swarla” by the fandom—invited Ryan to live with them, marking another step forward in their growing family dynamic.

Actress Sydney Martin, who plays Betsy Swain, recently offered fans an exclusive virtual tour of the property, revealing a blend of Carla’s dramatic style and Lisa’s understated touches. From sleek furniture to family photos, the home showcases the couple’s shared life, but it was the framed portraits of Carla and Lisa that really captured the audience’s attention. Social media quickly lit up with requests for those photographs to be released in high definition, proving just how invested fans are in the pair’s relationship.

But while love and family are thriving for some, the shadows of illness are looming large for others. Debbie Webster’s storyline is set to take a devastating turn as her early-onset dementia diagnosis continues to affect her life.

Determined to maintain her independence, Debbie has been brushing off concerns and insisting that nothing has changed. Yet in upcoming scenes, her stubbornness could prove dangerous. Despite warnings from Ronnie Bailey, Debbie overexerts herself, attempting to handle chores and responsibilities as if everything were normal. The result is heartbreaking: she collapses at home, her vision blurring before she crashes to the floor.

The timing couldn’t be worse. Carl, who was supposed to be in Wales, is secretly staying at the house. Hearing the commotion, he rushes to Debbie’s side, panicked as he finds her unconscious. His presence, however, raises troubling questions. Abby returns to the house and discovers Carl with Debbie, calling for an ambulance while Carl tries to slip back upstairs unnoticed.

Though Debbie eventually reassures everyone that she’s fine, her collapse underscores just how serious her condition has become. For a woman who prides herself on strength and resilience, accepting help is no easy task. But the frightening incident may finally force her to confront the reality that she cannot face this battle alone.

As Coronation Street continues, viewers are left on edge. Will Gary strike again, unable to control his violent urges? Can Carla pull off the perfect proposal without repeating history? And will Debbie finally accept the support she needs before it’s too late?

One thing is certain—life on the cobbles is anything but quiet, and the next few weeks promise to deliver the drama, heartbreak, and surprises that fans have come to expect.

Coronation Street airs every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8:00 PM on ITV1, with episodes also available to stream on ITVX.