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Coronation Street's Exit Drama: The Great Soap Star Shake-Up!

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Big changes are brewing in Weatherfield! Charlotte Jordan and other stars are bidding adieu. Find out why this dramatic exit has fans talking!

Big news is rippling through the cobbled streets of Weatherfield as Charlotte Jordan, famed for her role as Daisy Midgeley, has decided to exit Coronation Street. At just 28 years old, the talented actress expressed her desire to explore new opportunities and embark on a fresh chapter in her career. This comes as a shock to many fans, who have grown fond of Daisy the barmaid over the past four years. Charlotte’s exit marks yet another significant departure in a series of recent cast shake-ups, with several beloved characters hanging up their hats in the past month alone.

In a twist that has left fans gasping for breath, Charlotte is not the only one departing; her exit is the fifth from the show within a short span. Colson Smith, who has been playing copper Craig Tinker for 14 years, is also set to leave. The camaraderie among cast members is evident as even Andy Whyment shared an adorable snap with his towering 16-year-old son, reinforcing the importance of family amid the casting drama.Speaking of family, Colson’s plans post-Cobbles certainly intrigue fans and hint at a potential fresh career path away from the big screens of Weatherfield.

Social media is buzzing with speculation about the future of Coronation Street. With whispers of a cash crisis floating around, it seems the iconic soap is experiencing more than just plot twists. A coinciding rumor of an upcoming character ax being swung shows the scale of changes taking place in the long-standing show. Observers are paying close attention as beloved characters like Gail Platt face the axe, leading to intense discussions about whether fans will continue to tune in or if they'll follow their favorite stars to new horizons.

As we bid farewell to Charlotte and her fellow actors, it's worth noting this isn’t the first time the show has seen a major turnover in its cast. Since its inception in 1960, Coronation Street has gone through myriad transformations, keeping viewers on their toes. A fun fact? Over the decades, the soap has welcomed many famous faces, including actors who later became Hollywood stars! With Charlotte’s exit, fans can’t help but wonder who will be the next to step off the stage and what exciting prospects await those who do!

Stay tuned to see how the rest of the cast navigates this shake-up and what new adventures await them outside the cobbles. Who’s ready for a new chapter in weather-worn Weatherfield? Now that’s a storyline worth watching!

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Charlotte Jordan to leave Coronation Street (RTE.ie)

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has announced she is leaving the show "to start a new chapter and explore other opportunities".

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Another Coronation Street star is leaving soap and is excited for exit ... (RSVP Live)

Colson Smith is the latest star to announce they are leaving Weatherfield, as his 14 years spent as copper Craig Tinker is set to come to an end later this ...

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Coronation Street rocked as award-winning star dubbed 'new Michelle Keegan' QUITS to become fifth to leave in weeks (The Irish Sun)

CORONATION Street beauty Charlotte Jordan has quit the soap — the fifth star to leave in just a month. The 28-year-old, who plays Rovers barmaid Daisy Midgeley, will bow out later this year. Advertisement. Sign up for The Irish Sun newsletter.

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Coronation Street axes yet another star after alleged cash crisis (The Independent)

Coronation Street has axed yet another star from the ITV soap after being allegedly rocked by an cash crisis. In the last few weeks, the series, which began in 1960, has seen big change in front of the cameras following the departure of Gail Platt ...

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Coronation Street's Andy Whyment poses with rarely seen son, 16 – and he already TOWERS over his dad (The Irish Sun)

CORONATION Street's Andy Whyment today posed with his rarely seen 16-year-old son - and he already TOWERS over his famous dad. The much-loved soap star, 43, likes nothing more than spending time with his family, and for Christmas he treated them to a ...

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Coronation Street's Colson Smith breaks silence on when he was ... (Radio Times)

Colson Smith has revealed he will be leaving Coronation Street in 2025. He confirmed the news in addition to revealing when he was told about the character.

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Axed Coronation Street star Colson Smith's secret plan for life after ... (The Irish Sun)

Axed Coronation Street star Colson Smith's secret plan for life after the cobbles revealed ... CORONATION Street fan favourite Colson Smith has been secretly ...

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ITV's Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan quits soap after four ... (Accrington Observer)

Charlotte Jordan, who plays barmaid Daisy Midgeley, has quit the ITV soap after four years and is expected to leave the series later this year, ...

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Coronation Street's Charlotte Jordan to leave the cobbles (HeraldScotland)

Corrie star Charlotte Jordan, who plays Daisy Midgeley, will leave the ITV soap later this year as she seeks more opportunities.

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ITV Coronation Street actress hasn't 'stopped crying' as co-star ... (Accrington Observer)

One Coronation Street star took to social media last night to reveal that they would be leaving the cobbles after 14 years.

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