Coronation Street fans were left utterly astounded upon hearing the real voice of Todd Grimshaw actor, Gareth Pierce, for the first time.

Gareth joined the soap in 2020, stepping into the shoes of Bruno Langley, who had portrayed Todd since 2001. Todd’s journey on the cobbles has been anything but dull, with a string of failed romances and feuds keeping viewers hooked.

Recently, he embarked on a romance with Silverton (played by James Cartwright), only to discover that Theo was already married to Danielle (Natalie Anderson) and they had two children together.

Adding to the drama, Todd’s beloved Aunt Julie (Katy Cavanagh) tragically passed away after a battle with cancer.

Todd Grimshaw in Coronation Street

Gareth has played Todd since 2020 (Image: ITV)
Julie had returned to the show earlier this year as part of Eileen’s (Sue Cleaver) exit storyline. In a shocking turn of events, following Julie’s death, Todd’s mum Eileen found herself under investigation for her murder, reports Leicestershire Live.

Beyond Corrie, Gareth has an impressive list of TV credits to his name, including roles in Mr Selfridge, Ordinary Lies and Hollyoaks.

He also lent his voice to all 11 episodes of Doctor Who: The Doctors Revisited and played the rebellious Lenny Mack in Ruth Jones’ Sky comedy drama, Stella, from 2013 to 2014.

Todd Grimshaw in Coronation Street

He has become firm favourite (Image: ITV)
However, it was hearing Gareth’s actual voice that recently left fans of the soap completely gobsmacked.

At the 2024 NTAs, Welsh actor Gareth left fans astounded by conducting his interview in fluent Welsh, causing quite a stir among his followers. One admirer rushed to comment, exclaiming: “Well that’s impressive!”

Gareth Pierce as Todd Grimshaw in Coronation Street

His real accent has shocked fans (Image: ITV)
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Another fan confessed their surprise, saying: “Ok, I did not know you were Welsh and l’ve met you.” A third joined in the praise, remarking: “Colour me impressed! Huge fan of your work.”

A fellow supporter echoed the sentiment, adding: “That’s impressive but you are an impressive actor mate and smashed it as Todd keep up the great work.”

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