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The Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street star confirms final scenes have aired as he leaves show after just six months
CORONATION Street star Joe Layton has confirmed his final scenes have aired as villain Mick Michaelis. The actor joined the soap six months ago as thug Mick for a short stint on the cobbles. 2 2 And now Mick has been sent to prison for murdering Craig Tinker earlier this year, he's confirmed his time on the show is over. Commenting to a fan who said: "I swear to god that better be Mick's last scene. #Corrie," the soap star replied: "Affirmative. Loved my time on the cobbles!" The actor's final scenes played out after a failed prison break that saw Mick banged up for good. In Wednesday's episode he made one final appearance from prison to speak to son Brody. Brody told his dad he would get the girls and they'd move to be near whatever prison he ended up. But in a chilling scene, Mick turned on Brody and disowned him. 'You finished? Because I'll be honest lad, all I hear is a lot of whining. You seriously think I want to see you again after all of this? 'And don't you dad me. Don't you dare call me that ever again. Ever again, do you hear me? I'm not your dad and I never was. 'You think I want to see you? Have you come visit me? Don't make me laugh. You or the girls. Or your mum. Any of you. 'But especially you Brody because the others, at least they're family but you are nothing to me. Coronation Street quietly recast show legend's daughter - just weeks after original star 'disappeared' from soap 'The one good thing to come from this is not having you as a son anymore. You're his, and that disgusts me. You disgust me and I…' Mick put the phone down, hid it under his bed as the guards opened the door to him. Head in his hands, that was Mick's final appearance on Coronation Street.
Daily Mirror
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Colson Smith lands huge TV presenting role after brutal Coronation Street axe
The actor left his role as PC Craig Tinker on the ITV soap in May when his alter-ego was brutally killed off, and now the star has already landed a new role. Colson Smith left his role as PC Craig Tinker on Coronation Street when his alter-ego was brutally killed off earlier this year, but he has now landed a new TV role. The former soap star, 26, was seen on Monday's This Morning where he appeared live from Weymouth to host an item on the best sand castles in the UK. Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard introduced viewers to the segment, and an excited Colson began to deliver a piece to camera. Despite being known for starring on the Manchester-based soap, Colson revealed to viewers that he was actually born in Dorset. Joking that the some fans may have been "fooled" by is Northern accent, he explained that his grandparents live just minutes from where he was presenting. Standing in front of a massive sand sculpture, Colson was joined by master and expert Mark Anderson and the pair chatted as they made their way through Sandworld. Mark noted that the sculptures behind them can take anywhere up to a "couple of months" to produce, and Colson set to work building his own castle. Getting his hands dirty, the former Big Brother star joked that a new job offer could be on the table and then took viewers round the famous characters on display at the tourist destination. The attraction already has a host of Disney favourites on display, but Colson left hosts Cat and Ben shocked with the revelation that they have been constructed in sand and seated on the famous ITV sofa. While Ben declared the construction was "amazing", Cat attempted to recreate her sandy alter-ego's pout. Experts revealed that the sculpture had taken over a week to produce, and Colson confirmed to viewers that the pair will be on display all summer. Colson first appeared on Coronation Street in 2011, when he was introduced as the son of Beth Tinker (Lisa George) and she took him along to an ill-fated date with Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson.) Over the years, he featured in a number of storylines that saw him battle OCD and then have an on/off romance with Faye Windass (Ellie Leach) before he ultimately qualified as a police office. But things ended in tragedy for Craig when he was murdered by Mick Michaelis (Joe Layton), and Colson recently teased that new things were on the horizon for his career.. While he didn't specify what it was or whether it was TV or something else, he did confirm he was already working on something with other big plans ahead. He spilled: "There are irons in the fire, but I will do the typical showbizzy thing of just teasing. "Everyone always thinks there's nothing going on, but there actually is. So you know, I've got stuff going on. I'm excited. I'm going through the process still of winding down from having been somewhere for 14 years, but I'm excited to see what's next, and hopefully I can find somewhere to go to work and have fun."
Scottish Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street's Colson Smith lands first TV role after being axed as Craig Tinker
back on the box Coronation Street's Colson Smith lands first TV role after being axed as Craig Tinker Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CORONATION Street's Colson Smith has landed his first TV role since bowing out as Craig Tinker. Viewers were heartbroken when beloved police officer Craig was killed off in brutal scenes. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Corrie's Colson Smith has revealed an upcoming TV appearance Credit: Getty 6 His beloved character Craig Tinker was killed off earlier this year Credit: ITV 6 Colson revealed he'd filmed an episode of Celebrity Mastermind Credit: Instagram / @colsonjsmith Taking to his Instagram story, Colson teased when fans can next see him on-screen. The 26-year-old revealed he's filmed an episode of Celebrity Mastermind. Colson posted a snap of himself sitting in the BBC show's famous black chair -- with the caption "Find out in December". The actor obscured his specialist subject and asked followers to guess what it could be. When Hannah Montana emerged as an answer, Colson confirmed he "wasn't allowed" to pick the popular Disney show. He explained: "Can I just say how much I love that I've had about 6000 suggestions of Hannah Montana! I really did try!" Colson played Craig Tinker from 2011 until his final scenes which aired in May 2025. As part of the dramatic exit, Craig was attacked with a baseball bat by drunk villain Mick Michaelis (Joe Layton). Rushed to hospital, the young police officer later passed away from the injuries. In January, Colson first revealed he would be waving goodbye to the cobbles later in the year. Coronation Street favourite left for dead in brutal attack after actor is axed from soap He penned on Instagram at the time: "Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker's time on the Cobbles is to come to 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 learned 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. Darkest soap storylines Over the years the likes of EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street have all tried to try outdo each other with their outlandish plots in a bid to keep us tuning in each week. But here are some of the darkest that had fans in shock... EastEnders: Tony grooming Whitney (2008-2009) - Tony King first appeared in Albert Square in 2008 as the boyfriend of Bianca, played by Patsy Palmer. But it was quickly revealed he was a paedophile who had been grooming vulnerable Whitney, Bianca's adopted stepdaughter from a previous relationship, since she was 12. The shocking storyline attracted more than 200 complaints within a week of it beginning. Whitney waited until her 16th birthday to reveal the truth to a horrified Bianca, who called the police. Emmerdale: Holly's drug addiction and shock death (2010-2016) - In 2010, Holly Barton (played by Sophie Powles) became Emmerdale's first teenage drug addict. The shocking storyline saw her taking cocaine on a night out before developing a deadly heroin habit. Parents John and Moira desperately tried to help get their daughter clean but when Holly returned in 2016, following a four-year absence, she quickly relapsed. Fans were left stunned and heartbroken when distraught Moira found Holly dead in her bed from a heroin overdose. Hollyoaks: Luke's rape (2000) - Actor Gary Lucy was just 17 when he took on this groundbreaking storyline, which saw his character Luke Morgan become soap's first male rape victim. Luke had endured a long-running bullying campaign by football rival Mark Gibbs - who raped him after Luke stood up to him. Luke was left suicidal following the brutal attack, before opening up to his brother Adam. Gibbs was sentenced to eight years in prison. Gary won the Best Actor gong at the British Soap Awards in 2000 for his performance. Coronation Street: Evil Richard Hillman (2001-2003) - Just a mere mention of 'Richard Hillman' is enough to send a shiver down the spines of soap fans. He is often ranked one of the most evil soap villains and it's not hard to see why. The smooth-talking financial adviser bashed his ex-wife Patricia over the head with a shovel. In a bid to keep his mother-in-law Audrey quiet, he set fire to her house. And when Maxine caught him trying to murder Emily Bishop, he took a crowbar to her head. He made his exit from the cobbles in 2003 when he drove Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth, and her family into the canal. They survived, but he didn't. "I genuinely can't wait to see what chapter two has in store for me." Away from the soap, Colson also took part in Celebrity Big Brother during its first series on ITV. He placed third overall, behind winner David Potts and runner-up Nikita Kuzmin. A year later, his Corrie co-star and On The Sofa podcast co-host, Jack P. Shepherd, went on to win the series. 6 The iconic game show is renowned for its tough questions Credit: BBC 6 Colson played the role of Craig for 14 years Credit: ITV
The Irish Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street's Colson Smith lands first TV role after being axed as Craig Tinker
CORONATION Street's Colson Smith has landed his first TV role since bowing out as Craig Tinker. Viewers were heartbroken when beloved police officer Craig Advertisement 6 Corrie's Colson Smith has revealed an upcoming TV appearance Credit: Getty 6 His beloved character Craig Tinker was killed off earlier this year Credit: ITV 6 Colson revealed he'd filmed an episode of Celebrity Mastermind Credit: Instagram / @colsonjsmith Taking to his Instagram story, Colson teased when fans can next see him on-screen. The 26-year-old revealed he's filmed an episode of Celebrity Mastermind. Colson posted a snap of himself sitting in the BBC show's famous black chair -- with the caption "Find out in December". The actor obscured his specialist subject and asked followers to guess what it could be. Advertisement Read more on Corrie When Hannah Montana emerged as an answer, Colson confirmed he "wasn't allowed" to pick the popular Disney show. He explained: "Can I just say how much I love that I've had about 6000 suggestions of Hannah Montana! I really did try!" Colson played Craig Tinker from 2011 until his final scenes which As part of the dramatic exit, Craig Advertisement Most read in Soaps Exclusive Rushed to hospital, the young police officer later passed away from the injuries. In January, Colson Coronation Street favourite left for dead in brutal attack after actor is axed from soap He penned on Instagram at the time: " Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker's time on the Cobbles is to come to end in 2025. "I've loved every single second of my 14 year stay as a resident on the greatest street in the world. Advertisement "I feel incredibly lucky to have grown up in, on and around Coronation Street. "I've learned 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. Darkest soap storylines Over the years the likes of EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street have all tried to try outdo each other with their outlandish plots in a bid to keep us tuning in each week. But here are some of the darkest that had fans in shock... EastEnders: Tony grooming Whitney (2008-2009) - Tony King first appeared in Albert Square in 2008 as the boyfriend of Bianca, played by Emmerdale: Holly's drug addiction and shock death (2010-2016) - In 2010, Hollyoaks: Luke's rape (2000) - Actor Coronation Street: Evil Richard Hillman (2001-2003) - Just a mere mention of 'Richard Hillman' is enough to send a shiver down the spines of soap fans. He is often ranked one of the "I genuinely can't wait to see what chapter two has in store for me." Advertisement Away from the soap, Colson also took part in Celebrity Big Brother during its first series on ITV . He placed third overall, behind winner David Potts and runner-up A year later, his Corrie co-star and On The Sofa podcast co-host, Jack P. Shepherd, went on to win the series. 6 The iconic game show is renowned for its tough questions Credit: BBC Advertisement 6 Colson played the role of Craig for 14 years Credit: ITV 6 He also competed on Celebrity Big Brother last year Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Coronation Street's Colson Smith lands first TV role after being axed as Craig Tinker
CORONATION Street's Colson Smith has landed his first TV role since bowing out as Craig Tinker. Viewers were heartbroken when beloved police officer Craig was killed off in brutal scenes. 6 6 6 Taking to his Instagram story, Colson teased when fans can next see him on-screen. The 26-year-old revealed he's filmed an episode of Celebrity Mastermind. Colson posted a snap of himself sitting in the BBC show's famous black chair -- with the caption "Find out in December". The actor obscured his specialist subject and asked followers to guess what it could be. When Hannah Montana emerged as an answer, Colson confirmed he "wasn't allowed" to pick the popular Disney show. Colson played Craig Tinker from 2011 until his final scenes which aired in May 2025. As part of the dramatic exit, Craig was attacked with a baseball bat by drunk villain Mick Michaelis (Joe Layton). Rushed to hospital, the young police officer later passed away from the injuries. In January, Colson first revealed he would be waving goodbye to the cobbles later in the year. Coronation Street favourite left for dead in brutal attack after actor is axed from soap He penned on Instagram at the time: "Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker's time on the Cobbles is to come to 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 learned 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. Darkest soap storylines Over the years the likes of EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street have all tried to try outdo each other with their outlandish plots in a bid to keep us tuning in each week. But here are some of the darkest that had fans in shock... EastEnders: Tony grooming Whitney (2008-2009) - Tony King first appeared in Albert Square in 2008 as the boyfriend of Bianca, played by Patsy Palmer. But it was quickly revealed he was a paedophile who had been grooming vulnerable Whitney, Bianca's adopted stepdaughter from a previous relationship, since she was 12. The shocking storyline attracted more than 200 complaints within a week of it beginning. Whitney waited until her 16th birthday to reveal the truth to a horrified Bianca, who called the police. Emmerdale: Holly's drug addiction and shock death (2010-2016) - In 2010, Holly Barton (played by Sophie Powles) became Emmerdale's first teenage drug addict. The shocking storyline saw her taking cocaine on a night out before developing a deadly heroin habit. Parents John and Moira desperately tried to help get their daughter clean but when Holly returned in 2016, following a four-year absence, she quickly relapsed. Fans were left stunned and heartbroken when distraught Moira found Holly dead in her bed from a heroin overdose. Hollyoaks: Luke's rape (2000) - Actor Gary Lucy was just 17 when he took on this groundbreaking storyline, which saw his character Luke Morgan become soap's first male rape victim. Luke had endured a long-running bullying campaign by football rival Mark Gibbs - who raped him after Luke stood up to him. Luke was left suicidal following the brutal attack, before opening up to his brother Adam. Gibbs was sentenced to eight years in prison. Gary won the Best Actor gong at the British Soap Awards in 2000 for his performance. Coronation Street: Evil Richard Hillman (2001-2003) - Just a mere mention of 'Richard Hillman' is enough to send a shiver down the spines of soap fans. He is often ranked one of the most evil soap villains and it's not hard to see why. The smooth-talking financial adviser bashed his ex-wife Patricia over the head with a shovel. In a bid to keep his mother-in-law Audrey quiet, he set fire to her house. And when Maxine caught him trying to murder Emily Bishop, he took a crowbar to her head. He made his exit from the cobbles in 2003 when he drove Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth, and her family into the canal. They survived, but he didn't. "I genuinely can't wait to see what chapter two has in store for me." Away from the soap, Colson also took part in Celebrity Big Brother during its first series on ITV. He placed third overall, behind winner David Potts and runner-up Nikita Kuzmin. A year later, his Corrie co-star and On The Sofa podcast co-host, Jack P. Shepherd, went on to win the series. 6 6 6
