Coronation Street cast members leaving in 2025 – heartbreaking diagnosis to ‘gap year’
Coronation Street fans will say goodbye to some of its most iconic characters in the coming months as they head for pastures new - with some actors taking time out and others being killed off
Coronation Street viewers will bid some emotional goodbyes this year as 2025 sees the iconic ITV soap undergo a major shake-up.
A handful of beloved characters will be exiting the cobbles to embark on new escapades or meeting their fate in nail-biting plotlines.
In a move that left viewers reeling, Helen Worth announced in June 2024 that after half a century, she’d be hanging up her shoes as the legendary Gail Platt.
Audiences were stunned as they watched her character sail off into the sunset for a fresh start with new beau Jesse Chadwick (John Thomson).
The new year ushers in even more familiar faces departing from Weatherfield, and not all are guaranteed their happily ever after, , reports Lancs Live.
Luca Toolan – Mason Radcliffe
The street mourned the tragic departure of Mason Radcliffe earlier this week(Image: ITV)
The street mourned the tragic departure of Mason earlier this week, signalling Luca’s exit from portraying the troublesome teen. His character was written out in heart-wrenching scenes during Monday’s broadcast, featuring a poignant knife crime storyline.
Speaking out about his departure, Luca revealed: “Of course when I first heard there was a mixture of emotions because I was sad that Mason was going to die and that means I would be leaving, but equally I was really excited and honoured to be part of this storyline because it’s an incredibly important issue that needs to be tackled. I feel so privileged to have had this opportunity to start my professional career at Coronation Street and what a great time I’ve had.”
Sue Cleaver – Eileen Grimshaw
Eileen Grimshaw has been a staple of the Corrie family since 2000(Image: SCU)
Eileen has been a staple of the Corrie family since 2000, with her storylines often revolving around her tumultuous love life. However, Sue has confirmed that she will be bidding farewell to the serial drama later this year.
In a statement, the soap icon expressed: “I’ve had 25 privileged years of working on Coronation Street. The door is still firmly open but as I reached my 60th year, I decided it was time to embrace change, look for new adventures and live fearlessly.”
The Loose Women star confessed that she has “adored” her time on the show.
It’s thought that discussions about her departure began last summer after she took an extended break from the show to participate in the theatre production of Sister Act, playing Mother Superior.
Craig Tinker – Colson Smith
Colson Smith has portrayed the role of Weatherfield police officer Craig Tinker for 14 years(Image: ITV)
Colson has portrayed the Weatherfield police officer for 14 years, but he’ll soon be saying goodbye to the cobbles for good. In a social media post in January, the actor revealed: “Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker’s time on the Cobbles is to come to an end in 2025. I’ve LOVED every single second of my 14 year stay as a resident on the greatest street in the world.”
“I feel incredibly lucky to have grown up in, on and around Coronation Street. I’ve learnt pretty much everything about life from the people who call it home. I’m excited to play out the exit story for Our Craigy. For me, this is the end of the beginning. I genuinely can’t wait to see what chapter two has in store for me. Long live the cobbles! “.
Charlotte Jordan – Daisy Midgeley
Charlotte Jordan has revealed she will be bidding farewell to the cobbles(Image: ITV)
In a move surprising fans, Charlotte has revealed she will be bidding farewell to the cobbles, hanging up her apron as the much-loved barmaid Daisy after a four-year stint on the show. The festive season threw in a curveball for Daisy as she discovered her pregnancy without knowing if Kit Green or Daniel Osbourne is the dad.
On her departure, Charlotte shared: “My time at Coronation Street is something I’ll always cherish. After a brilliant four years for Daisy, it’s time for me to start a new chapter and explore other opportunities.”
Lucy Fallon – Bethany Platt
Lucy Fallon is due to go on maternity leave in 2025(Image: ITV)
Actress Lucy has announced she’s expecting her second child in 2024. and there are whispers of Bethany’s exit plot steering towards a London move – could this signal her Corrie swansong? Rumours aren’t pegging Lucys departure as permanent, but its likely shell duck out of the spotlight post-baby arrival.
Bethany has been part of some gripping storylines from bring groomed by Nathan Curtis to being at the centre of a love triangle with Daniel Osbourne and Daisy Midgeley.
Maureen Lipman – Evelyn Plummer
Maureen Lipman is setting her sights beyond Weatherfield(Image: ITV)
Maureen is setting her sights beyond Weatherfield, confirming a temporary break from her celebrated role as Evelyn embarks on a law degree. Viewers will witness Evelyn dive into dorm life soon.
Chatting with The Sun, Maureen spilled the beans: “I’ll be absent for a while and then coming back. I’m not going to die, but then I’ll be in and out of it because I want to have a bit of a life. David and I are thinking of having a bit of a gap year.”
Sue Devaney – Debbie Webster
Debbie Webster will reportedly be diagnosed with dementia
Reports have emerged that Kevin Webster’s sister Debbie will face a devastating dementia diagnosis in an upcoming, emotional storyline scheduled for this year. Specific timings of her diagnosis and her eventual fate remain under wraps, but it seems the beloved character may be written out with her passing away.
An inside informant recently shared with The Mirror about actress Sue’s response to the poignant narrative: “Sue is a total professional and is already putting her all into what she sees as hugely important long running storyline. She saw the positive impact of the MND storyline and hopes that her dementia story can have the same effect and raise awareness of the condition.”