Lucy Fallon: 'Rock Bottom' Mental Health Battle

Lucy Fallon, known for her role as Bethany Platt, has disclosed a significant mental health crisis that led to a five-week inpatient stay at a psychiatric hospital. The actress, who was 30 at the time of the article's reporting, described reaching her 'absolute rock bottom' in late 2020 after leaving Coronation Street and facing a downturn in work opportunities. Initially resistant to treatment, Fallon eventually found the facility at The Priory to be a safe environment where she connected with others.

Her journey to recovery involved medication, which she has since discontinued, and moving back with her parents. Fallon acknowledged the support system around her, including her parents and sisters, was crucial. She later met fiancé Ryan Ledson, with whom she shares two young children. This period of recovery was followed by personal tragedy in early 2022 when she experienced a miscarriage. However, falling pregnant again relatively quickly with their son, Sonny, helped her reframe the experience and move towards a happier chapter.