Coronation Street favourite Sue Devaney has warmed fans’ hearts after sharing a touching message for her young co-star Kyran Bowes, giving viewers another glimpse of the close friendship they have built behind the scenes.
The actress, who plays Debbie Webster on the long-running ITV soap, responded with affection after Kyran paid tribute to her in a heartfelt social media post celebrating their time filming together. 
A Sweet Tribute Between On-Screen Family
Kyran Bowes, who portrays Debbie’s on-screen nephew Jack Webster, shared a cheerful photo of himself alongside Sue while filming on the famous Coronation Street set.
The young actor praised Sue as “the best person inside and out,” adding that she constantly fills the set with laughter and kindness, making every filming day enjoyable.
His heartfelt words quickly attracted attention from fans, who were delighted to see the genuine friendship between the pair extend far beyond their on-screen family relationship.
Sue soon replied with an equally affectionate message, calling Kyran her “dearest nephew” and saying they had enjoyed “a smashing couple of days” working together.
The warm exchange was met with hundreds of positive reactions, with many viewers saying their bond is one of the reasons Coronation Street continues to feel like a real family.
Fans Continue Supporting Debbie Webster’s Emotional Storyline
Away from social media, Sue has been receiving widespread praise for her emotional performance as Debbie Webster, whose current storyline sees the character living with dementia.
The storyline has become one of the soap’s most talked-about plots, with many viewers applauding the sensitive way the condition is being portrayed.
Sue’s performances have earned admiration from both fans and critics, with many describing her work as some of the strongest currently airing on the programme.
Sue Reassures Fans Debbie Isn’t Going Anywhere
Speaking during a recent television interview, Sue also addressed growing speculation about Debbie’s future on Coronation Street.
She reassured viewers that, despite Debbie’s devastating diagnosis, the character is not leaving Weatherfield anytime soon.
Instead, Sue confirmed that audiences will continue following Debbie’s journey as she learns to live with dementia, with major story developments already planned well into 2027.
Her comments were welcomed by fans, many of whom admitted they were relieved Debbie’s story is far from over.
Viewers Praise the Soap Legend
Following both Kyran’s tribute and Sue’s response, Coronation Street fans flooded social media with messages celebrating the actress.
Many described Sue as one of the programme’s finest performers, praising not only her remarkable acting ability but also her warmth and generosity towards younger cast members.
Others called her a true Coronation Street icon, saying the affectionate exchange with Kyran perfectly reflected the supportive atmosphere behind the scenes.
As Debbie Webster’s emotional storyline continues to unfold, Sue Devaney’s talent—and the genuine friendships she has formed on set—remain just as beloved by viewers as ever.
