Former Coronation Street star Katy Cavanagh has embarked on a remarkable career transformation, stepping into the role of a showbiz 'momager' for her two sons over a decade after leaving the iconic ITV soap.
From Weatherfield to the Red Carpet
Best known to millions as the warm and eccentric Julie Carp, Cavanagh graced the screens of Weatherfield for seven years between 2008 and 2015. Her character's journey included a holiday romance with Kirk Sutherland, a complex familial revelation with Jason Grimshaw, and a tumultuous relationship with Brian Packham, which survived a hysterectomy storyline before ultimately ending when he moved to Wales.
Her final storyline saw Julie's affections turn towards shopkeeper Dev Alahan. Upon her departure in 2015, Cavanagh expressed her love for the role but stated her desire for "a new challenge and a pair of flat shoes."
A New Chapter in Hollywood
Eleven years on, that new challenge has taken a distinctly familial and glamorous turn. The 52-year-old actress has reinvented herself as the manager and unwavering supporter of her sons' burgeoning Hollywood careers.
Her eldest, Noah Jupe, 20, and younger son, Jacobi Jupe, 12, are making significant waves in the film industry. Both starred alongside Jessie Buckley in the critically acclaimed film Hamnet, which has garnered award season attention.
Cavanagh has been a constant presence on the red carpet, recently accompanying Jacobi to the Critics' Choice Awards, with both expected at the Golden Globes where the film and its stars are nominated.
The Ultimate Support Behind the Scenes
This shift to 'momager' represents a dedicated, behind-the-scenes commitment. An insider revealed that Cavanagh has "put everything into helping the boys have the best start in the industry" and has placed her own acting career "on the back burner to help them realise their dreams."
While her name may not open doors in Hollywood, her guidance and determination have been instrumental in navigating the competitive industry for her sons. This new chapter sees Katy Cavanagh trading the fictional drama of Coronation Street for the real-world excitement of nurturing Hollywood talent within her own family.
