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  1. Becky McDonald
    Becky McDonaldCharacter in Coronation Street
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    Portrayed byAmanda Tyrell (2005) · Katherine Kelly (2006–2012)
    Duration2005–2012
    First appearance24 August 2005
    Last appearance23 January 2012
    Creation and casting

    Becky was created as a short-term recurring character, working in the Underworld sewing factory. The character was deemed popular so producers decided to bring her back, with executive producer Steve Fros… See more

    Development

    The Daily Mirror's Beth Neil has observed that during her time on Coronation Street, Becky has morphed "from a thieving tearaway into a vulnerable young woman, clearly damaged from a troubled upbringing.… See more

    Storylines

    Becky first appears in Weatherfield as an old friend of factory worker Kelly Crabtree (Tupele Dorgu), who first encounters Becky begging on the streets, and then later at the police station after she has been arrested for shoplifti… See more

    Reception

    The character has been praised by Nacro, a crime reduction charity which aims to tackle social exclusion and reintegrate offenders. Kelly was concerned they may find Becky to be a caricature, but was pleased to learn they enjoye… See more

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