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Tina McIntyre
Coronation Street character
File:TinaMc.jpg
Tina in 2008.
Portrayed byMichelle Keegan
Duration2008—
First appearance7 January 2008
Created bySteve Frost
In-universe information
OccupationKebab Shop and Newsagent Assistant
ParentsJoe McIntyre
Anna McIntyre

Tina McIntyre is a fictional character in the UK television ITV soap opera, Coronation Street. Portrayed by actress Michelle Keegan, the character first appeared onscreen during the episode airing on 7 January 2008.[1]

The character has gained a large fan base due to the her brash personality,[2][3] with the character being central to many key storylines such as perjury, abortion and a drawn out feud with the Windass family.

Character creation

Background

Tina McIntyre was first cast into the soap opera to portray the short-term girlfriend of character David Platt, to help change his evil ways. As the character's introduction and personality was portrayed onscreen, soap bosses and viewers were impressed with the character and actress Michelle Keegan which resulted into her character becoming a more permanent fixture.[4] Giving the character more ties to Coronation Street it was announced that her onscreen family had been cast. She has worked in low skilled jobs and currently works at a newsagents. Her main links in Coronation Street are with the Platt family.

Casting

Auditions were held for the part of the character and Michelle Keegan eventually received a call from her agent telling her she had been offered the part, the initial audtition being only her second for any part.[5]. She was called to a meeting with Steve Frost who was the producer at the time, he was immediately happy with her and handed her the scripts.[6]

In an interview with The Mirror, actress Michelle Keegan spoke upon her character's success and permanent duration on the show stating that: "Tina came in to the show just to change David into a nice character, and then to get to the point where he pushed his mum down the stairs. I was supposed to be out of there after that. But they’ve kept me on. They needed a bit of a ballsy character, I think. She’s moved into the Platts’ now and she’s getting a family base around her, so hopefully she’s around for the long haul. I didn’t think I was staying, so I’m very lucky".[7]

Character development

During the character's first episode Tina clashed with various characters such as Betty Williams, Gail Platt and Becky Granger who initially had taken a dislike to her. This showed off her brash personality and her straight talking attitude from her first appearances. These personality trends have helped characterize and popularize Tina.

Describing Tina's personality after her arrival onscreen the official ITV website states: "Tina has never felt like she’s fitted in anywhere, but she’s not a pushover by any means. She thinks she knows everything, but doesn’t and would rather be friends with lads than girls, who usually hate her. Challenge her to an arm wrestle and she’ll probably win."[8] Also stating that she is feisty and fell into a common job rather than not being smart enough to do anything else, with Michelle saying during an interview: "She’s feisty but she’s essentially a good girl at the moment".[9] In another interview she reveals that her character dresses to appear sexy and confident on her sexuality.[10][11] and with another the ITV official website saying: "She can be very feisty but she's just a normal, vulnerable, 17-year-old girl and she's very confused."[12].

Storylines

2008—

David Platt

The character became the girlfriend of David Platt, and within a week, had sex with David, resulting in Tina becoming pregnant. When David had Tina's name tattooed on his arm, she became very angry and stormed out.

The pregnancy was one of the character's first major storylines. After the weekend, she found out that she was pregnant, revealing all to David's mother, Gail. First shocked, Gail decided to talk to Tina about what she is going to do. She then suggested maybe an abortion might be best, when Tina agrees she asks her to keep it a secret from David and she will pay for her to have a private abortion, as the NHS would take up to three weeks.[13][14]. Upon the teenage abortion storyline actress, Michelle Keegan (who knew about the storyline before taking the part) said: "It was such an emotional storyline to be involved in I was scared and wondered if I'd really be able to pull it off. But it's been a real challenge and good to get my teeth into something."[5].

Tina went on to have an abortion; Gail went along with her for support. When Tina had the procedure, she turned down David's trip to see a band. After David eventually noticed something was not right about the way Tina was acting, he ended their relationship.

When David eventually found out about the abortion, he pushed his mother down the stairs, leaving the scene quickly and fleeing to Tina's, making up with her while he was there. She later gave David an alibi when the police asked about David's whereabouts at the time of Gail's accident. Tina told them he was with her. Tina told David that she would help him if it went to court and had to commit perjury. After David pushed Gail down the stairs, he convinced Tina to lie for him. When Gail's memory started returning, Tina started worrying under the pressure of lying and moved back to her own house. She also told David they were finished but David refused to give up. This hope eventually paid off as she decided to give him a second chance when she visited him in prison and sealed it with a kiss, despite the fact it was against the rules of the institution.

She was planning on visiting the jailbird with a picture of his gay grandfather, but her mother went to Gail's house and forbade her from seeing him. She moved into the Platts' and introduced her father to David. The relationship soon began to crumble - David began to get suspicious of Tina and her emails and hacked into her account. When she found out, she was not happy. She packed her bags and went home with her father. Tina got revenge on David by getting him fired from his salon job at Peter and Paul's. Tina continued to avoid David, but he had gig tickets and after being refused by Tina, offered Amber Kalirai, who had a crush on David. Amber and David dated briefly and Tina told Darryl Morton, David's mate, that she didn't care at all, but Darryl thought she was secretly jealous. When Amber and David went on to another date at his house, Tina confronted them and Amber realised that David only wanted to make Tina jealous. David and Tina later reconciled on 31 August 2008. She then started work at the Kabin for Rita as well as the kebab shop.

Windass feud

In November 2008, Tina found out that a dodgy family, the Windasses, were creating trouble for her father Joe after they refused to pay for the kitchen which he had fitted for them. As revenge, Tina, David and their friend Graeme Proctor broke into their house and ripped out the kitchen and set fire to all the fittings. Both Tina and Joe were dismayed to subsequently discover that the Windasses had moved in next-door to the Platts. Gary Windass began tormenting David and when he made suggestive comments about Tina on Christmas Day 2008, David attacked him.

In January 2009, Gary was continuing to pester Tina which outraged David. Gary deliberately goaded him on the street and when he saw Tina he made David punch him in the face which led to a violent brawl between the pair. David urged Tina to lie to the police by telling them that Gary threw the first punch which she reluctantly agreed to. Gary's uncle Len was furious when he heard about Tina's account of events and threatened her while they were both alone together in the kebab shop. Tina was frightened by the encounter but still agreed to testify that Gary started the fight. She began to feel the mounting pressure upon seeing how distressed Anna Windass was at the prospect of Gary going to prison and confessed to Joe that she was lying about the fight.

Shortly before the trial, caught between David and Joe's wishes that she tell the truth, Tina left the Platts a note saying that she needed to get away. On 2 March 2009, the day of the trial, she showed up at the court much to David's delight. Before she took the stand Joe urged her not to perjure herself but Tina refused. However, when she was in the witness box she admitted that she was lying about who started the fight which left David furious. The jury then cleared Gary of the assault charge. After the verdict, Tina ended her relationship with David after he accused her of being attracted to Gary.

Jason Grimshaw

The character's next storyline was a relationship with Jason Grimshaw. The relationship featured in the shows official promotional campaign for the summer of 2009, titled 'Summer of Love'. The couple were featured on promotional posters, television commercials and online video content.[15] Media reporting website Digital Spy carred out a poll to see who the viewing public would rather the character to be romancing.[16] Jason topped the poll with 41.6%, proving their relationship to be more popular with viewers than her previous relationship with David Platt.[17]

Onscreen the plot began to play out when Jason planted a drunken kiss on Tina after humiliating himself with Minnie Chandra. Although at first clearly enjoying his attention, after the kiss Tina angrily informed him that wasn't the way to win her affections and left.

Later, she and Jason went out for a drink together and returned to Jason's house. Tina then asked Jason if he fancied her and, after he admitted he did, she told him the feeling was mutual and they kissed passionately; they were interrupted by Eileen Grimshaw's and Jesse's return. When Tina told David that she and Jason were together, he took the news badly and it sent him out of control, throwing building items at Jason in the middle of the street. The couple then moved in together. David later threatened Tina, which upset Jason and in a turn of events which saw David be attacked by a mystery assailant, Jason was subsequently blamed and arrested but later no charges were brought against him.

Reception

Ian Wylie of Manchester Evening News spoke upon the fact that Michelle Keegan was nominated for 'Best newcomer' at The British Soap Awards 2008 and her portrayal of the character saying: "Coronation Street’s Michelle Keegan is nominated as Best Newcomer, fully deserved even after just a few months on screen" and "Teen rebel Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle, reminds many of a young Suranne Jones as Karen McDonald."[18] Actress Michelle Keegan went onto win the 'Best Newcomer' award at the 2008 British Soap Awards for her portrayal of Tina,[19][20] which she was voted for by a panel.[21] One of the main reason's Michelle was given a longer contract with the soap was because the character had impressed the viewers and bosses so much[22] and Ian Wylie also commented on the win and big impression, an achievement because of the short amount of time the character has been onscreen.[23] Jon Wise of 'The People' observed her as bolder than Liz McDonald's make-up and brassier than Leanne Battersby.[24] Michelle has also been nominated at the National Television Awards for Best Newcomer.[25]. The Daily Mail commented how the character has gained a large male fan base after just 18 months within the show.[3] With fellow British tabloid, The Mirror commenting that she has gained a notable army of fans because of her character's personality and Keegan's natural acting style.[2]

References

  1. ^ Tvor (31 December 2007). "Hurricane Tina hits Weatherfield". Corrieblog. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  2. ^ a b Claire Donnelly (27 July 2009). "Teenage agony of Coronation Street sexpot Michelle Keegan". The Mirror. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
  3. ^ a b Online Reporter (17 August 2009). "Corrie pin-up Michelle Keegan shows off her amazing figure in a hot pink bikini". The Daily Mail. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
  4. ^ Soaps - News - Corrie chiefs reward newcomer Michelle - Digital Spy
  5. ^ a b Billy Sloan (16 March 2008). "Corrie's Michelle Keegan On Going From Shop Girl To Soap Star". Sunday Mail. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  6. ^ Jon Wise (25 May 2007). "CORRIE CHAV MICHELLE KEEGAN ON HER AMAZING RISE TO FAME". The People. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  7. ^ "Michelle Keegan: 'I want Corrie's Tina & David to be the new Bonnie & Clyde". themirror.co.uk. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  8. ^ "Coronation Street Cast & Characters Tina McIntyre". itv.com. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  9. ^ "Michelle Keegan: 'I want Corrie's Tina & David to be the new Bonnie & Clyde". themirror.co.uk. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  10. ^ Emma Cox (1 March 2007). "Michelle Keegan Coronation Street The Sun Showbiz". The Sun. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  11. ^ Tvor (3 March 2008). "Michelle Keegan's future's so bright, she better wear shades". Corrieblog. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  12. ^ ITV (27 February 2008). "Michelle Keegan exclusive". ITV.com. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  13. ^ Katie Begley (3 January 2008). "Bomb Chelle!". Daily Star. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  14. ^ Will Parkhouse (3 January 2008). "Corrie pin-up to bed evil David". Orange. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  15. ^ Kris Green (10 July 2009). "Coronation Street - Soap Scoop - Corrie's 'Summer of Love': Jason and Tina". Digital Spy. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
  16. ^ Kris Green (06 June 2009). "Coronation Street - Soap Scoop - Poll: Who should Corrie's Tina be with?". Digital Spy. Retrieved 2009-08-25. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  17. ^ Kris Green (13 June 2009). "EastEnders - Soap Scoop - Poll: Jack Branning's Women of Walford". Digital Spy. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
  18. ^ Ian Wylie (2 May 2008). "The Life of Wylie: Coronation Street: Michelle Keegan". Manchester Evening news. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  19. ^ "Michelle stunned by gong". metro.co.uk. Retrieved 2008-09-16. {{cite web}}: Text "Metro.co.uk" ignored (help)
  20. ^ "Soap Awards Winners". showbiz.sky.com. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  21. ^ Kris Green (4 May 2008). "The British Soap Awards 2008: The Winners". Digitalspy. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  22. ^ Lisa McGarry (5 May 2008). "Coronation Street: Michelle Keegan (AKA Tina McIntyre) To Stay For At Least A Year". Unreality Primetime. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  23. ^ Ian Wylie (4 May 2008). "British Soap Awards: Michelle Keegan". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  24. ^ Jon Wise (25 May 2007). "CORRIE CHAV MICHELLE KEEGAN ON HER AMAZING RISE TO FAME". The People. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
  25. ^ ITV (September 2008). "NTA nominations revealed". ITV.com. Retrieved 2008-09-17.

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