Cait Fitton, best known for her role as Lauren Bolton in Coronation Street, has embraced fans’ hilarious observations about her character’s appearance.
The actress, who has been at the center of some of the soap’s most intense storylines, recently responded to comparisons between Lauren and a well-known TV character.
Some viewers also couldn’t help but point out her resemblance to a beloved Gavin and Stacey star.
Cait’s Time on Coronation Street
The 22-year-old actress made her Coronation Street debut in late 2022, stepping into the role of troubled teenager Lauren Bolton.
Initially tied to Max Turner’s far-right extremism storyline, Lauren’s journey took a dark turn when she became a victim of abuse at the hands of solicitor Joel Deering.
After fleeing Weatherfield, she later returned with shocking news—she was pregnant with Joel’s child. But instead of being further manipulated by her abuser, Lauren took matters into her own hands. In a dramatic confrontation on a train track, she killed Joel while he was attacking her boyfriend. Together, the couple disposed of his body, throwing it into a canal.
Despite the serious nature of her character’s story, fans have found something rather amusing about Lauren—her wardrobe choices.
Fans Compare Lauren Bolton to Glee’s Sue Sylvester
Some Coronation Street viewers have noticed that Lauren’s fashion sense bears an uncanny resemblance to Sue Sylvester, the tracksuit-loving coach from Glee, played by Jane Lynch.
Taking to Instagram Stories, Cait shared a screenshot of a fan’s tweet that read:
“They’re obsessed with dressing Lauren like Sue Sylvester #Corrie.”
Rather than brushing off the comparison, Cait responded in style. She simply wrote “Slay” alongside a picture of herself in one of Lauren’s signature red tracksuits, a look that has become synonymous with Sue Sylvester’s character.
This wasn’t the first time Cait had acknowledged the resemblance. When another fan commented, “Why did I think this was Sue Sylvester for a second?”, Cait found the remark hilarious and replied, “This comment sent me”, followed by crying and laughing emojis.
Another fan humorously wrote, “When you came on the telly, I said, ‘What in the Sue Sylvester…’”, to which Cait responded, “I see it”, adding even more laughing emojis.
Gavin and Stacey Lookalike Comments
It’s not just Glee’s Sue Sylvester that fans see when they look at Cait Fitton—some have also pointed out her striking resemblance to Rudi Smith, played by Sheridan Smith in Gavin and Stacey.
The actress leaned into the comparison in a recent TikTok video, where she rocked one of Lauren’s infamous tracksuits while lip-syncing to a scene from the hit BBC comedy. The clip featured the iconic moment where Smithy (played by James Corden) and his sister Rudi burst into a dramatic rendition of Estelle and Kanye West’s song “American Boy”.
Cait captioned the video:
“Went into Rudi’s wardrobe obviously #GavinAndStacey #AmericanBoy #Actress #LaurenBolton.”
Fans quickly flooded the comments, with many pointing out how similar Cait looked to Sheridan Smith’s character. One user wrote, “You look so similar to Rudi.” Another added, “You could easily play her secret daughter in a reboot.”
The praise kept rolling in, with a third fan saying, “You could be Sheridan Smith’s daughter… This is amazing, you smashed it!” Others echoed similar sentiments, with one posting, “Instantly thought you looked a lot alike.”
Cait’s Fun Response to Fans
Cait has proven that she’s not only a talented actress but also someone who enjoys engaging with her fans and embracing the humor in their observations. Rather than shying away from the comparisons, she has played along, making lighthearted jokes and interacting with viewers who find the similarities uncanny.
Despite Lauren Bolton’s dramatic and often heartbreaking storylines in Coronation Street, Cait Fitton’s real-life personality shines through as fun-loving and down-to-earth. Whether she’s being likened to Sue Sylvester or Rudi Smith, Cait is happy to laugh along with her fans and enjoy the moment.
What’s Next for Cait Fitton?
As Coronation Street continues to explore Lauren Bolton’s character, viewers will no doubt be watching closely to see what happens next. Will Lauren be able to move on from the trauma of her past? How will her role in Joel Deering’s death impact her future?
One thing’s for certain—whether she’s delivering gripping performances on Corrie or entertaining fans with her playful online posts, Cait Fitton is a rising star to watch.
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