Fans of Coronation Street have been left stunned after discovering that Elle Mulvaney, who plays Amy Barlow on the soap, previously dated her co-star. Elle first appeared as Amy, daughter of soap stalwarts Steve (Simon Gregson) and Tracy (Kate Ford), in 2010 and has since become a beloved character. Amy's journey on the ITV soap has been marked by several significant storylines, including becoming pregnant at just 14 and surviving a harrowing rape ordeal. More recently, she was manipulated and deceived by cult leader Rowan Cunliffe (Emrhys Cooper) and his sinister 'self-help' group The Institute, though Rowan has since been incarcerated. This month, Amy faced another blow when her grandfather Ken (William Roache) was hospitalised following a poisoning incident involving Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney). Thankfully, Ken has made a full recovery and this week, he retreated to the lakes for some rest and relaxation, with Amy accompanying him. However, it's the off-screen revelations that have fans buzzing. Many are only now realising that Elle Mulvaney was once romantically involved with Liam Scholes. Corrie viewers will recognise Liam for his role as Eli Higginson, an associate of the despicable Corey Brent (Maximus Evans). Liam also had roles in Waterloo Road as Noel McManus and featured in episodes of Peaky Blinders, reports Leicestershire Live . Liam and Elle made waves by going Instagram official with their relationship at the tail end of 2022 after being caught on a cosy date at London's Winter Wonderland in December. It wasn't long before they sealed the deal with an adorable couple's picture posted to the 'gram. Elle couldn't stop singing Liam's praises during a heart-to-heart with OK! magazine in 2023, labelling him "brilliant" and wholeheartedly praising his incredible support. When queried about whether sparks were flying with Liam, Elle couldn't contain her excitement and confirmed: "Yes!", sharing further that things between them were "It's going well, it's going very well." Fast forward to May 2024, and it's come to light, sadly, that the pair have parted ways. A source dished to the Sun: "Elle and Liam were loves young dream and did everything together. Their split has really shocked their co-stars and family, and no one knows exactly what happened." The insider divulged more, saying: "It was all very sudden and they have both made it clear to pals it would take a miracle for them to get back together again." As fans caught wind of Elle and Liam's pairing and eventual split, buzz started circulating on social media. One user confessed on a Corrie Facebook fan club: "Didn't know they were together." Another simply noted: "Oh yeah I remember him." Meanwhile, a third added their two cents, commenting: "She's a brilliant actress, a shame it didn't work out for them." Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX