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Soap Star Vicky Myers Praised by Fellow Actress Lisa Riley
Vicky Myers, known for her role as DS Lisa Swain on the ITV soap opera “Coronation Street,” has received high praise from fellow actress Lisa Riley. Riley, who stars in “Emmerdale” as Mandy Dingle, expressed admiration for Myers’ portrayal of the detective sergeant, who is now a regular character on the show after initially committing to only eight episodes.
Myers joined “Coronation Street” in 2021, debuting as the detective leading the police investigation into the assault case involving characters Nina Lucas and Seb Franklin. Her character has since become pivotal, recently seen tackling the case of Joel Deering, a villain presumed dead.
Lisa Riley took to Instagram on October 9, 2024, to commend Myers’ work. The “Emmerdale” actress posted a picture of the two, revealing her pride in Myers’ achievements. “So proud of my TV sister @vicksmyers knocking it out of the park on @coronationstreet. You are a dream, keep being you babes!!!” wrote Riley, highlighting their shared connection from their time working together on the 2018 BBC drama “Age Before Beauty,” where they played sisters.
In response to Riley’s heartfelt tribute, Vicky Myers shared her gratitude on social media, thanking Riley for her encouragement and acknowledging the support they share as women in the industry. “How lovely of you! Women empowering women and what a woman you are! Thank you so much, big sis!” responded Myers, who plays a character getting increasingly involved in the gripping storyline on the cobbles.
The synergy between Myers and Riley has garnered attention from their fans, who have celebrated the actresses’ mutual support. Comments on social media highlighted the positive impact of actors lifting each other, with fans praising both Myers’ and Riley’s talent in their respective roles.
The chemistry between Myers’ character, Lisa Swain, and another character, Carla Connor, has been a focal point of recent episodes, further elevating Myers’ profile in “Coronation Street.” Meanwhile, Riley continues to be a beloved figure on “Emmerdale,” portraying Mandy Dingle since 1995.