Coronation Street spoilers, news, and updates tease that Jacob Hay will be facing a devastating experience in upcoming scenes. Jack James Ryan, the actor behind the character, hinted of more trouble ahead for his alter ego.
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Jacob has been on a path to redemption, but his journey could come crashing down next week. His father, Damon (Ciaran Griffiths), is determined to force Jacob back into the world of drug dealing. He wants him to find and retrieve an illicit package hidden among produce at the Bistro where he works. Will Jacob go back to his old ways, or will he be able to stand against his father?
Coronation Street Spoilers – Jack James Ryan Opens Up About Jacob’s Storyline
“He’s literally devastated, but everything happens really quickly and Jacob realises he’s in way too deep from the offset,” the actor said.
Ryan explained that Jacob feels trapped, and in a weird way, he still feels the need to protect his father. His dad may not have done anything to protect him as his son, but he feels responsible for protecting his father now.
“It all just happens so quickly, he doesn’t have the time to process it, he just wants to find a way out that won’t affect anyone, including his dad,” he added.
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Coronation Street Spoilers – Jacob James Ryan’s Relationship With Amy Barlow
When it comes to Jacob’s relationship with Amy Barlow (Elle Jade Mulvaney), the actor admitted that his alter ego loves Amy. He had the opportunity to spend time with the Barlows and go to know Steve Barlow (Simon Gregson) and Tracy Barlow (Kate Ford). The couple may be a bit unconventional but they sincerely love each other.
Jacob feels devastated just at the thought of them finding out that he’s back dealing drugs. He knows how it’ll affect Amy and her family, especially after giving him a chance to redeem himself.
Things will go awry when the drug dealing at the Bistro gets busted. Jacob’s father will pin the blame on him and tells him to leave Weatherfield if he wants to protect Amy. Ryan admitted t`hat Jacob wants to clear his name but he’ll have to make the most difficult decision in his life, and that’s to let go of the person he loves.
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“Jacob will not risk Amy getting hurt or anything bad happening to the Barlows. Even Nick and Leanne – Jacob has got to a place where he has a lot of respect for them even if they haven’t for him and he doesn’t want to be the reason that anybody gets hurt,” the actor explained.
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