Fans of Coronation Street were all making the same joke about Ruby Dobbs’ recasting as the character returned to our screens again last night. This came as Glenda struggled to save her summer spectacular show.
Not-so-little Ruby, who has been recast recently, appeared in these scenes, along with sister Hope. Many fans noticed there was something different about the new Ruby – and not just the actor who plays her.
Some noticed that the character is a lot more talkative lately. Last night’s episode saw her take centre stage in Glenda’s summer spectacular, singing her way to the lead role.
Coronation Street fans share surprise at all-new Ruby
Writing on Twitter, a number of Coronation Street fans shared their observations about the new Ruby Dobbs. Many noticed a marked uptick in confidence… and lines.
“New Ruby has said more in one episode than old Ruby said the whole time she was there,” said one fan.
New Ruby has said more in one episode than old ruby said the whole time she was there #corrie
— Beccy 😍💞 (@XxBeccyXx_) August 15, 2023
“I reckon new Ruby is going to get a lot more lines than the old one!” predicted another.
I reckon new Ruby is going to get a lot more lines than the old one! #Corrie
— Vivien (@vivvy50) August 14, 2023
“New Ruby has got verbal diarrhoea,” joked a third.
New Ruby has got verbal diarrhoea #corrie
— David Smith (@davey177s) August 14, 2023
“Ruby can talk now,” quipped another.
Ruby can talk now #corrie
— 🖤demelcy 💔 (@demelcy) August 14, 2023
Ruby is certainly a lot more talkative these days. But who plays Ruby on Coronation Street?
Who plays Ruby Dobbs – and why was she recast?
Newcomer Billie Naylor now plays Ruby on Corrie, taking over from Macy Alabi. Macy played Ruby from her birth in 2012 onwards.
She is said to have stepped down from the role to concentrate on high school. Billie will be taking over from now on – and taking a more active role in the soap, if last night’s episode is to be believed.
Read more: Complete Coronation Street cast list 2023 – meet them all here!
Coronation Street usually airs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV.
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