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South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Coronation Street star signs new ITV soap contract
Claire Sweeney, known for her roles as Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap, has secured her future on the Cobbles. Sweeney has been part of the Coronation Street cast since 2023. It is rumoured she is looking to be part of the planned ITV soap crossover between Corrie and Emmerdale next year. A post shared by Claire Sweeney (@ A source told The Sun: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history, so who wouldn't want to be involved?' In her time on the show so far, Claire's villainous character has poisoned Ken Barlow (William Roache) and slept with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson). Emmerdale and Coronation Street revealed the hour-long crossover episode earlier this month. The special episode will see characters from the Yorkshire town and Weatherfield come together for the first time ever. Discussing the Emmerdale and Coronation Street episode, ITV said: "The distinctive worlds of Emmerdale and Coronation Street will merge for one night only in a 'mash-up' of our two favourite communities. "The producers, scriptwriters and production teams have conceived an ingenious way of linking the two universes, but with characters then returning to the soaps they are renowned for inhabiting in Manchester and Yorkshire. "The episode will be self-contained, but the consequences of the high-stakes drama will have repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps." Recommended reading: The Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover is set to arrive in January 2026. After this instalment, the shows will return to their new normal format (30-minute episodes). Emmerdale and Coronation Street air weekly on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Coronation Street star signs new ITV soap contract
Claire Sweeney, known for her roles as Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap, has secured her future on the Cobbles. Sweeney has been part of the Coronation Street cast since 2023. It is rumoured she is looking to be part of the planned ITV soap crossover between Corrie and Emmerdale next year. Coronation Street star signs new ITV soap contract A source told The Sun: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history, so who wouldn't want to be involved?' In her time on the show so far, Claire's villainous character has poisoned Ken Barlow (William Roache) and slept with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson). When is the Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover? Emmerdale and Coronation Street revealed the hour-long crossover episode earlier this month. Most Popular Soap Operas in the UK The special episode will see characters from the Yorkshire town and Weatherfield come together for the first time ever. Discussing the Emmerdale and Coronation Street episode, ITV said: "The distinctive worlds of Emmerdale and Coronation Street will merge for one night only in a 'mash-up' of our two favourite communities. "The producers, scriptwriters and production teams have conceived an ingenious way of linking the two universes, but with characters then returning to the soaps they are renowned for inhabiting in Manchester and Yorkshire. "The episode will be self-contained, but the consequences of the high-stakes drama will have repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps." Recommended reading: The Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover is set to arrive in January 2026. After this instalment, the shows will return to their new normal format (30-minute episodes). Emmerdale and Coronation Street air weekly on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Coronation Street star signs new ITV soap contract
Claire Sweeney, known for her roles as Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap, has secured her future on the Cobbles. Sweeney has been part of the Coronation Street cast since 2023. It is rumoured she is looking to be part of the planned ITV soap crossover between Corrie and Emmerdale next year. A post shared by Claire Sweeney (@ A source told The Sun: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history, so who wouldn't want to be involved?' In her time on the show so far, Claire's villainous character has poisoned Ken Barlow (William Roache) and slept with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson). Emmerdale and Coronation Street revealed the hour-long crossover episode earlier this month. The special episode will see characters from the Yorkshire town and Weatherfield come together for the first time ever. Discussing the Emmerdale and Coronation Street episode, ITV said: "The distinctive worlds of Emmerdale and Coronation Street will merge for one night only in a 'mash-up' of our two favourite communities. "The producers, scriptwriters and production teams have conceived an ingenious way of linking the two universes, but with characters then returning to the soaps they are renowned for inhabiting in Manchester and Yorkshire. "The episode will be self-contained, but the consequences of the high-stakes drama will have repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps." Recommended reading: The Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover is set to arrive in January 2026. After this instalment, the shows will return to their new normal format (30-minute episodes). Emmerdale and Coronation Street air weekly on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Coronation Street star signs new ITV soap contract
Claire Sweeney, known for her roles as Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap, has secured her future on the Cobbles. Sweeney has been part of the Coronation Street cast since 2023. It is rumoured she is looking to be part of the planned ITV soap crossover between Corrie and Emmerdale next year. A post shared by Claire Sweeney (@ A source told The Sun: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history, so who wouldn't want to be involved?' In her time on the show so far, Claire's villainous character has poisoned Ken Barlow (William Roache) and slept with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson). Emmerdale and Coronation Street revealed the hour-long crossover episode earlier this month. The special episode will see characters from the Yorkshire town and Weatherfield come together for the first time ever. Discussing the Emmerdale and Coronation Street episode, ITV said: "The distinctive worlds of Emmerdale and Coronation Street will merge for one night only in a 'mash-up' of our two favourite communities. "The producers, scriptwriters and production teams have conceived an ingenious way of linking the two universes, but with characters then returning to the soaps they are renowned for inhabiting in Manchester and Yorkshire. "The episode will be self-contained, but the consequences of the high-stakes drama will have repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps." Recommended reading: The Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover is set to arrive in January 2026. After this instalment, the shows will return to their new normal format (30-minute episodes). Emmerdale and Coronation Street air weekly on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ryan Thomas' future on Coronation Street 'exposed' as Jason returns
Ryan Thomas is back in Coronation Street tonight as Jason Grimshaw, but why did he leave in the first place and why is he back on the ITV soap? Ryan Thomas is back on the Coronation Street cobbles - nine years after Jason Grimshaw left for Thailand. The Corrie legend is back tonight, reprising his role as Jason after nearly a decade. Ryan is back on the Cobbles amid a huge exit storyline for his mum Eileen Grimshaw, as actress Sue Cleaver quits her role on the soap after decades playing the iconic character. He returns tonight - but for a very specific reason. "He's struggling for money, his girlfriend left him, and he needs his mum. He says he's come back for Eileen, but he really needs a cuddle and his safety net," he tells us of his character's decision to come back. Ryan admitted he felt nervous about his return and it was a "shock to the system" being back. He said: "I couldn't sleep the night before. Even though I'd been there half my life, I felt like the new kid at school. It took me half a day to get rid of the nerves. It was a bit of a shock to the system at first. I even went on YouTube to rewatch old scenes and got nervous. "He's embraced the Thai way of life. I wanted to come back in the builder's outfit, but it made sense that he's in a different phase of his life now. He is all linen trousers and bracelets and beads. It gives you a feel of this older Jason whose life is away from the Cobbles." Fans will be no doubt hoping that Jason might be making a permanent return to the show - but sadly, it has been confirmed his return will just be a brief stint to help Coronation Street fans say goodbye to Eileen. "It was a mix of nostalgia and gratitude for what the show has done for me. When they told me Eileen was leaving, it felt right to be a part of that storyline for her and revisit where it all started," he said. Ryan says he has "no regrets" about coming back and admits it was "real fun" stepping into the character once again. "I have no regrets. It's been the perfect storyline and a real memory I can cherish. It felt like the old days, we've all been in the canteen, having lunch together and I had real fun," he said of his return. The specifics of Jason's return are being kept under wraps - and how long he stays. He had originally left all the way back in 2016. At the time, he called his decision a big risk. "It's a risk to leave a show like Coronation Street. I was in a bubble for 16 years. I love the place, it feels like home and I miss people there. But I really enjoy my time out of Corrie, getting to do new things. There's a time to spread your wings and I felt like that was the time for me. I was ready," he told The Mirror about his decision to leave.
