In a remarkable career pivot, a beloved Coronation Street icon has traded the cobbles of Weatherfield for the sun-drenched boulevards of Hollywood, reinventing herself as a formidable 'momager'.
From Julie Carp to Hollywood Powerhouse
Katy Cavanagh, best known to millions of soap fans as the eternally cheerful Julie Carp, has dramatically shifted focus from acting to managing the soaring careers of her two actor sons. Cavanagh made a poignant return to the ITV soap in 2025 as part of sister Eileen Grimshaw's exit plot, where her character's tragic terminal cancer storyline culminated in her taking her own life.
Since that emotional farewell, Cavanagh has consciously placed her own performing career 'on the back burner'. She has dedicated herself entirely to steering the professional paths of her sons, Noah and Jacobi Jupe, who have both carved out significant success in film.
Guiding Young Talent to Stardom
Her eldest, Noah Jupe, is an established film star with credits including A Quiet Place, Ford v Ferrari, and Honey Boy. Younger brother Jacobi has appeared in Peter Pan and Wendy and Before. The brothers' latest project, Hamnet, earned them invites to the prestigious 2026 BAFTA Tea Party in Beverly Hills, which their mother attended alongside them.
An industry insider revealed the depth of Cavanagh's commitment: 'She’s put everything into helping the boys have the best start in the industry. She’s put her own career on the back burner to help them realise their dreams.' The source added that while her Coronation Street fame didn't open Hollywood doors, her guidance and support have been instrumental.
Both sons have publicly acknowledged their gratitude. Noah credited his parents for his career choices and mental well-being, while Jacobi stated he wouldn't be where he is without them.
A Family Creative Venture
The Jupe family's collaboration has now evolved into a formal business venture. Cavanagh, her husband—film producer Chris Jupe—and their sons have launched a family production company. Katy has thrown herself into writing, with her first script reportedly a psychological thriller.
A source close to the family commented on the synergy: 'Katy’s not only a Corrie icon but a hugely talented writer. Teaming up with her producer husband and Hollywood superstar sons is a no brainer. The sky’s the limit for them.'
Noah explained the perfect balance within the family unit: 'My dad’s got a very producer head, very smart, very logistical, my mum’s very creative. It’s a very good balance of all the things.' This dynamic was showcased during the making of Hamnet, where Cavanagh personally suggested Noah for the role of Hamlet to director Chloe Zhao after Jacobi was already cast, a recommendation that secured him the part.
From the heart of British soap opera to the centre of the Hollywood machine, Katy Cavanagh's reinvention as a dedicated 'momager' and creative partner proves that for some, family truly is the most important production of all.
