The actress who played Maxine Peacock on “Coronation Street,” brutally murdered in a HORRIFIC on-screen attack, has just made a social media revelation that has shaken fans! At 52, with a shockingly youthful appearance, TRACY SHAW shared a deeply personal story about her silent battle and victory over multiple addictions through a recovery program! Could this be the secret behind her “timeless” beauty?

From On-Screen Tragedy to a Real-Life Triumph: The ‘Coronation Street’ Star and Her Shocking Confession!

In 2003, “Coronation Street” fans witnessed one of the show’s most haunting deaths when the character Maxine Peacock was savagely murdered with a crowbar by the villainous Richard Hillman. Nearly 22 years later, the life of the actress who played MAXINE, TRACY SHAW, is surprisingly vibrant and full of hope, especially after a moving confession.

The ‘Ageless’ Beauty at 52 That Has Sent Fans Wild!

After celebrating her 52nd birthday, TRACY SHAW sent the online community into a frenzy with her fresh-faced, vibrant look, which seems almost unchanged from her days as a “queen” on Coronation Street in the ’90s. In an Instagram post, the actress with the iconic curly hair was flooded with compliments from fans: “Happy birthday. You look just as fabulous as you did as a young Maxine in Corrie,” one fan commented. “Stunning you never changed,” another added.

The Shocking Confession: The Secret Behind the Radiant Look!

However, what truly made headlines wasn’t just her timeless beauty. In that same post, TRACY SHAW made a brave and honest share about her personal journey. She revealed that since she was 30, she has been part of a wonderful “12-step program” to fight her way through “many addictions.”

TRACY wrote: “Thanks to the program of recovery, fellowship, friends, holy spirit, God I’m still alive and free from Many addictions.” This shocking confession not only reveals a completely new side to the actress’s life but also offers a powerful message of resilience and gratitude. This is the true hidden secret behind her radiant beauty and positive spirit today.

After leaving Coronation Street, TRACY continued her acting career with roles in “Casualty” and “Doctors,” and most recently in the 2025 musical drama “Finding My Voice.” Her story is not just a nostalgic look back at a beloved TV character, but also an emotional tale of triumph over real-life challenges.