CORONATION Street star Kym Marsh will see her character portrayed in a waxwork at Madame Tussauds Blackpool.

Barmaid, Michelle Connor, who is portrayed by former Garswood Primary School pupil Kym will grace Blackpool's own Rovers Return.

The character was chosen following her dramatic storyline which involved her losing her baby with partner Steve McDonald after 23 weeks.

Former Hear'Say singer Kym first appeared on the cobbles in 2006, and has been a favourite with viewers and in recent months, Michelle’s turbulent relationship with Steve McDonald has kept the nation gripped.

The Cobbles’ beauty will be unveiled at Madame Tussauds Blackpool in the coming months, where her wax figure will be in the company of fellow Corrie legends, Bet Lynch, Hilda Ogden, Jack and Vera Duckworth and Ken and Deirdre Barlow.

The figure will be smiling and standing in a casual pose with arms folded, dressed in a relaxed outfit of a grey, loose top, black jeans and boots, complete with an ombre hairstyle and natural make-up.

Kym, 40, said: “I couldn’t believe it when I was approached by Madame Tussauds Blackpool to have my own figure created! It’s been fascinating to be involved in the process and see first-hand how the figures are made.

“It’s such an honour, especially as I’m being placed amongst Corrie royalty in the Rovers Return Inn – I can’t wait to see the figure.”

General manager, Matthew Titherington added: “We are thrilled announce that Michelle Connor will be the latest addition to the attraction.

“Due to her infamous storyline in the show there has been a huge demand from the public for a wax figure, so we’re sure they’ll love getting up close and personal when it is unveiled later this year.”