ITV Coronation Street fans ‘work out’ Betsy Swain’s real mum - and she’s a cobbles icon

Coronation Street enthusiasts believe they have unravelled the mystery of Betsy Swain's 'true' parentage, suggesting that DS Lisa Swain is not her real mother.

The character, portrayed by Sydney Martin, arrived on the scene earlier this year as the daughter of DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers). It was disclosed that Lisa's wife and Betsy's mother, Becky, had tragically passed away while on duty, leading to a strained relationship between Betsy and Lisa.

Betsy quickly became embroiled in a whirlwind of drama. She found herself entangled with the sinister solicitor Joel Deering (Calum Lill), who she blackmailed before he threatened her, leaving her terrified.

Viewers will remember Joel as the culprit behind the grooming and abuse of young girls, including Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) who disappeared but later returned, revealing Joel's 'true' nature to the Weatherfield community.

However, after being sentenced to prison for his appalling crimes, Joel mysteriously disappeared from Weatherfield last week. This week, the police, led by Lisa Swain, concluded that Joel had taken his own life, reports the Liverpool Echo.

Moreover, during Monday's episode (October 7), Lisa discovered the disturbing messages exchanged between Betsy and Joel, with Joel threatening to end the teenager's life. However, viewers are now convinced that neither Lisa Swain nor Becky are Betsy's biological mothers.

In an unexpected twist, fans speculate that her real mother could be a former beloved character from the cobbles.

Coronation Street fans are rife with speculation after a flurry of online exchanges hinted that DS Swain might be Betsy's mum. One fan suggested on a Corrie Facebook group, "Is DS Swain Betsy's biological mum."

To which another responded, "No, Becky McDonald!" Katherine Kelly's character Becky became a hit with audiences during her six-year spell from 2006 to 2012, making her mark with Roy Cropper (played by David Neilson) and his wife Hayley (portrayed by Julie Hesmondhalgh) looking out for her.

Becky was at the centre of some sensational storylines involving illicit romances and intense rivalries. Despite stirring plenty of trouble in Weatherfield, her departure in 2012 left many viewers feeling bereft.

The theory that 'Becky' could really be Becky McDonald gained traction among the soap's followers, with comments like: "I've said it all along... 'Becky' is actually Becky McDonald. They all look so similar." And another adding: "Now this would be a plot twist."

Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX