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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street villain lands new movie role a year after quitting soap
A HUGE Coronation Street villain has landed a new movie role, a year after quitting the soap. Viewers last saw several characters get justice as the 4 Emrhys Cooper played Rowan Cunliffe on Coronation Street Credit: Instagram 4 He teased a new project on social media as he took to Instagram Credit: Instagram Emrhys Cooper, 40, In the show he was responsible for emotionally manipulating Leanne Battersby ( The star made his first exit just seven months after making his debut on the ITV serial drama, before Rowan was sent to prison at the end of 2024. But long after filming his last scenes on the Salford set, he took to his Instagram story to tease his new project. READ MORE ON CORRIE He posted a behind-the-scenes selfie as the former soap star wore a sleek black leather jacket. The actor beamed as he posed for the camera beside his friend and latest drama colleague. His caption read: "Great to be back on set, filming a fun new project directed by my talented friend @juliaverdin." Julia is a known for her work as a film producer and director, having worked with A-list talent including Al Pacino , Jeremy Irons, Most read in Soaps On Corrie, Emrhys' character Rowan was mostly behind Leanne's decision to distance herself from her family. She clashed with her fiance Nick ( Coronation Street star quits after just seven months – and they've already got a new job Nick and Toyah secretly embarked on an illicit affair just when Leanne discovered the truth about the cult. In the end, the crimes of his character caught up with him as he was found guilty of fraud and blackmail in dramatic scenes. At the time of his "Rowan's going to get even worse over the next few months and the story's nowhere near its ending just yet but he will be saying goodbye to the cobbles. "The question is whether he gets his comeuppance or how many more lives he destroys before he leaves?" Corrie cash crisis: shock exits for 2025 ITV bosses are locked in a battle to save the cash-strapped soap. This means that a number of stars have either been axed from or have abandoned the long-running serial drama. Colson Smith - Craig Tinker The character of Craig Tinker Sue Cleaver - Eileen Grimshaw After 25 years playing Eileen Grimshaw, former I'm A Celebrity campmate Sue Cleaver Luca Toolan - Mason Radcliffe Bosses decided to axe the teenage character after Sue Devaney - Debbie Webster In November 2024, we revealed that Charlotte Jordan - Daisy Midgeley The actress became the fifth star to leave Coronation Street in just one month. We Shelley King - Yasmeen Metcalfe The actress has played Yasmeen Metcalfe on the cobbles for the past 11 years and 4 His character groomed and manipulated Leanne Battersby Credit: ITV 4 She cut herself off from her family before she discovered a huge affair Credit: ITV Coronation Street continues on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
TWO Coronation Street stars to exit soap next week – and huge clue a THIRD could follow them
TWO Coronation Street stars are set to exit the long-running soap next week. It was previously revealed that Advertisement 6 Sue Cleaver is set to leave Coronation Street and her role as Eileen Grimshaw Credit: ITV 6 As part of her exit storyline, Ryan Thomas is reprising his role as her son Jason Credit: ITV 6 Will her partner George Shuttleworth join or will there be a dramatic split? Credit: ITV In January this year, it was announced that former I'm A Celebrity campmate Sue Cleaver, 61, will leave Coronation Street. After 25 years, As part of her exit storyline, He will Advertisement READ MORE ON CORRIE She is the estranged wife of Theo Silverton ( However, spoilers also hint that Eileen's partner George Shuttleworth ( On the ITV serial drama, Eileen will contemplate her entire He is set to get down on one knee and pop the question to her, but in awkward scenes Elineen does not seem as keen as he thought. Advertisement Most read in Soaps Meanwhile, Jason has set up a business in Thailand and he wants his mother to join him and move abroad. Eileen will be extremely tempted by her son's offer as he asks her to be his new partner in the business. Relive some of Ryan Thomas' classic moments as Jason Grimshaw - a role he has played in Coronation Street since 2000 When he mentions George, Eileen thinks that he would not want to go across the world with her. But, George is keen to prove Eileen wrong when word gets back to him, and he will make a huge gesture. Advertisement He will book a holiday as a test run as he offers to leave However, will Eileen stay with George as she prepares to leave the street she has called home for 25 years? Coronation Street's 2024 shock exits Corrie has said goodbye to several cast members this year. Let's break down who's left the famous soap: Eliza Woodrow (Savannah Kunyo) The youngster moved to live with her dad Dom Everett, who went back on the £10,000 bribe Eliza's grandfather Stu had offered to keep him out of her life. Paul Foreman (Peter Ash) After being diagnosed last year, the fan favourite was devastated to learn he only had months left to live. Viewers know he is planning to take his own life to end his suffering. Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby) Though she struggled to decide with her stepdad Paul's impending death from MND, she was convinced she had to live her life to the full. Simon Barlow ( The Weatherfield legend Simon's been on a downward spiral ever since and his exit could end in tragedy. It looks likely she'll be heading to Dublin after securing a lucrative new job, leaving her colleague and fling Adam Barlow behind. Show stalwart Sue Cleaver, who plays Eileen Grimshaw, is taking a break to star in the Sister Act The Musical UK tour. She will be back filming in May once her dates on the tour come to an end. Her character left the Street after her son Jason broke his back after falling off a moped in Asia. Will there be a sad split or will George be leaving the show with Eileen? Meanwhile, Sue admitted that she feels that the storyline is the perfect send off for her iconic character. Advertisement Speaking about her forthcoming departure, she explained: "I said very much that I would like her to go off to pastures new, you know, to kind of mirror what I'm doing in a sense. "And I just think it's time for a change. So it was perfect." It was just so nice to have him [Ryan Thomas] back and filming those final scenes with him. Sue Cleaver She added to "I felt very grateful to have such a wonderful ending written. It seemed very, very apt." Advertisement The actress also admitted that she wanted Ryan Thomas to come back for her exit. Sue told the outlet: "When I decided to leave, like over a year ago, I rang Ryan, and I said, 'Ryan, I'm going to tell them that I'm going, and if they ask me about exits, I'd really like to say that you'd come back and take me out , but I don't know whether they'd go for it or not'. Visit our Coronation Street page for the latest gossip Find all Coronation Street spoilers here "And he just went, 'Oh my gosh, of course, I would', which was so lovely for me. She added: "It was just so nice to have him back and filming those final scenes with him. It just felt like I'd come full circle really." Advertisement 6 Eileen Grimshaw does not seem keen on marriage to George Credit: Rex 6 She will reflect on her future as she questions her relationship Credit: Rex 6 Jason will ask his mother to move to Thailand with him and become his new business partner Credit: ITV Coronation Street continues on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX. Advertisement
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Real reason Corrie star left the soap after 11 years as actor's partner slams bosses ‘huge mistake'
CORONATION Street star Daniel Brocklebank has left the soap after making a string of online conspiracy posts. The 45-year-old actor, who has played gay vicar Bill Mayhew for 11 years, will be written out next year, ITV execs have decided. Advertisement 1 Corrie actor Daniel Brocklebank has left the show after social media posts about the government Credit: ITV future . But his partner, Jordan Coulthard, "I can't even believe we are having this conversation. No words can describe how heartbroken I am for him.' Over the past four years the actor has posted claims that the government were tampering with the voting process. Advertisement READ MORE ON CORRIE He also said planes were spraying chemical over the country while he has liked and reposted anti-vax messages. Earlier this year he wrote: 'We have been lied to so much. Governments. Pharma. Kings. Queens.' 'MSM', an abbreviation of mainstream media, were also blamed. Confirming his exit, Daniel said: 'I have been working on Corrie for a quarter of my life. Advertisement Most read in Soaps "I have adored every minute I have been in that building and have never not looked forward to going into work. "I love everyone who works on this show and, whilst I am sad to be going, I am equally excited to see what the future holds.' Coronation Street favourite facing murder charge ahead of big exit Daniel was at the centre of one of the soap's biggest recent storylines, when Bill's husband Paul, played by Peter Ash, was seen deteriorating and passing away last year from motor neurone disease. Advertisement 'We're incredibly sad to bid farewell to Dan, who has been fantastic.'
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street legend spotted back on set amid comeback rumours seven years after exit
A CORONATION Street legend has been spotted back on set amid comeback rumours seven years after her exit. The Sun were first to reveal earlier this year that actress 4 It looks like Catherine Tyldesley is getting ready to make her Coronation Street comeback Credit: Getty 4 The actress played barmaid Eva Price before quitting in 2018 Credit: Rex Features 4 The soap star was involved in some dramatic storylines during her time on the soap Credit: Rex We can now reveal that Catherine has been spotted on set, signaling further she is all set for her big Coronation Street comeback. A source told The Sun: "'There has been lots of excitement on set because Catherine has been seen around the place. "She's not back filming just yet, but it won't be long." Back in February, The Sun were first to reveal the exciting news that Read more on Coronation Street A source told us at the time: 'Cath has been away for a while and worked on countless other projects but she really missed Corrie. 'They've tried to get her back a few times but the stars have never alligned. 'But when she was approached with the idea for Eva's return, it was too good of an opportunity to pass up. 'She'll start filming again in summer and be back on screen for autumn. Most read in Soaps 'She's so excited and can't wait to get back on the cobbles and it's definitely not going to be a storyline to miss.' BECOMING A CORRIE STAR Catherine was an instant hit when she joined Corrie in 2011, as feisty barmaid Coronation Street actors Shayne Ward and Catherine Tyldesley lead soap stars in The Good Ship Murder She was on the ITV soap for seven years until 2018 and during that time was involved in some HUGE storylines. In her most memorable storyline she fell pregnant with tragic Cath's character also enjoyed several steamy relationships with Eva left 4 Catherine also starred with Corrie co-star with Shayne Ward on The Good Ship Murder Credit: Channel 5 COMEBACK TALK Earlier this year, She teased fans by insisting she would "never say never". "Coronation Street feels like forever ago, but I always look back with such great fondness,' she told Prima magazine. "They've asked me to go back a couple of times over the years, and it just so happened that I was busy with other projects. "But if they approached me with an amazing storyline and the time was right, of course, I'd go back. So it's always a case of never say never.' LIFE AWAY FROM CORRIE Since leaving Coronation Street, Catherine has continued to dominate our TV screens. She has gone on to star in BBC One series Scarborough and Channel 5 drama The Good Ship Murder, as well as compete on the 2019 series of Strictly Come Dancing. Cath also appeared in a guest role of Michelle Keegan's Sky comedy Brassic.
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street super villain ‘gives away' shock cobbles return six months after leaving soap
CORONATION Street super villain Harry Lowbridge has hinted he's returning to the soap for a dramatic storyline. Harry, who played evil Logan Radcliffe on the ITV soap opera, was last seen on our screen in February after he attacked David Platt, before he was arrested. Advertisement 2 Harry Lowbridge has hinted he's returning to the soap for a dramatic storyline Credit: ITV 2 Brothers Logan and Matty stabbed sibling Mason to death in a heartbreaking episode Credit: ITV The actor has now hinted that his storyline is far from over and is set for a possible return. Harry replied to fans with a series of cryptic comments on his latest Instagram Q&A. One fan asked: "If you were asked to go back to Corrie, would you?" The soap star posted a string of zipper-mouth face emojis, which is often used to represent keeping a secret. Advertisement READ MORE ON CORRIE Another fan also asked what his favourite scene was to film on the soap. The TV star then dropped another clue about his return as he teased: "Something you haven't seen yet." Corrie fans were convinced the actor is set to make a comeback. This fan speculated: "Probably Harry might come back playing Logan again soon." Advertisement Most read in News TV Coronation Street fans call out TWO 'confusing' blunders as Mason sentenced in tense courtroom scenes The Sun reached out to ITV reps for comment. Logan first appeared on the show last year and was introduced as one of the brothers of another recently axed character, Mason Radcliffe, played by Luca Toolan. His character Logan was arrested weeks after his younger brother Mason Radcliffe's heartbreaking death. But in February, Harry confirmed that he would no longer be appearing on the show for the time being amid a difficult period behind-the-scenes at the soap. Advertisement Harry wrote online alongside a snapshot of him in character as Logan: "That's farewell to Logan… for now." Viewers of the soap were quick to send their congratulations to the budding soap star for his debut performance on the cobbles. Harry's exit from the show comes after he that he faces. He revealed online he has had his own private mental health battle whilst recording the show's harrowing knife crime storyline which saw him knife his brother to death. Advertisement One fan asked Harry if it was "ok to not be ok", on the platform. In response, Harry opened up to confess: "Yes, I struggle on the daily with my mental health." He then issued an urgent plea to his followers to be open about their own mental health problems as he shared the importance of talking to someone about struggles. Harry said: "Reach out to someone, whether it be family, friends or professionals. Advertisement "There's always someone who will listen." Corrie cash crisis: shock exits for 2025 ITV bosses are locked in a battle to save the cash-strapped soap. This means that a number of stars have either been axed from or have abandoned the long-running serial drama. Colson Smith - Craig Tinker The character of Craig Tinker Sue Cleaver - Eileen Grimshaw After 25 years playing Eileen Grimshaw, former I'm A Celebrity campmate Sue Cleaver Luca Toolan - Mason Radcliffe Bosses decided to axe the teenage character after Sue Devaney - Debbie Webster In November 2024, we revealed that Charlotte Jordan - Daisy Midgeley The actress became the fifth star to leave Coronation Street in just one month. We Shelley King - Yasmeen Metcalfe The actress has played Yasmeen Metcalfe on the cobbles for the past 11 years and
