ITV Coronation Street's Sarah Platt confirms offscreen exit after brutal attack in blackmail twist

Corrie legend Helen Worth, known for her iconic role as Gail Platt, is rumoured to be swapping the cobbles for the dance floor or even the jungle following her surprise announcement that she's leaving the soap after an impressive 50-year stint.The 73 year old actress left fans in shock this week when she revealed her plans to say goodbye to Weatherfield.The soap's producers have promised viewers an "emotional" exit and a "major storyline" for Gail as she prepares to depart at the end of the year. But the buzz has quickly shifted to what's next for Helen.

Coronation Street veteran Helen Worth, known for playing the cobbles' Gail Platt for the last 50 years, is preaping to say goodbye to Weatherfield, much to the shock of the soap's fans. Her exit - which will be shown at the end of the year - has also left Corrie bosses wondering what it means for the future of her on-screen family, with one speculating that another icon could follow her out.

Coronation Street legend Helen Worth is rumoured to be lined up for Strictly Come Dancing after leaving the cobbles and her role as Gail Platt for good. Helen, 73, made a shock announcement to soap fans, that she would be leaving Weatherfield and Gail behind after an incredible five decades on the ITV show. Now, odds for her to join the BBC celebrity dance show have skyrocketed.

Coronation Street's missing star has been spotted with her own 'killer' away from the cobbles. Cait Fitton and Calum Lill were among the ITV soap's stars who enjoyed a night out together this week as they are part of the show's current biggest storyline as Lauren Bolton and Joel Deering.

Actress Helen Worth has delivered a heartbreaking goodbye message after announcing that she has quit her role in Coronation Street after five decades. Helen, who is 73 and currently celebrating 50 years as Gail, said in her announcement: “This year felt like the perfect time to leave the show after celebrating 50 years in the most wonderful job on the most wonderful street in the world.” She went on to explain: “I made the decision at the start of the year and spoke to the producers who were very kind and understanding.

Coronation Street icon Helen Worth has quit the ITV soap after 50 years as Gail Rodwell.The actress, 73, is celebrating five decades as Gail on the soap - and has made the decision to step down at the end of the year. Announcing her exit, Helen said: "This year felt like the perfect time to leave the show after celebrating 50 years in the most wonderful job on the most wonderful street in the world.

Coronation Street fans think they have rumbled what has really happened to Lauren Bolton and newcomer Ellie after Joel Deering's link to both women was uncovered.

Coronation Street fans are buzzing with rumours as they wonder if notorious character Les Battersby, portrayed by Bruce Jones, might be about to make a comeback.

Coronation Street fans are convinced they've figured out the next target for Joel Deering's (Calum Lill) sinister plans and it seems Bethany Platt (Lucy Fallon) is not in his sights.This week, viewers of the ITV soap were stunned to discover that the lawyer is actually Lauren Bolton's (Cait Fitton) secret beau and the man behind her vanishing act.The shrewd solicitor has cleverly deflected blame onto Bethany's previous tormentor Nathan Curtis (Chris Harper), who's now been arrested for Lauren's supposed death. Bethany was on a mission to catch Nathan out during recent episodes, making her a seemingly obvious target for Joel, given her determination to uncover what happened to Lauren.

Coronation Street fans have made a grim prediction about Hope Stape after Joel Deering was revealed as Lauren Bolton's killer.

Coronation Street has teased the final moments of Lauren Bolton on the popular ITV soap, showing the moments before her apparent murder.

Coronation Street fans have shared their updated theories on who could be behind Lauren Bolton's disappearance.

Tina O'Brien is once again at the centre of a major storyline on Coronation Street.

Tina O'Brien has been busy once again on the cobbles. She's set to find herself back in the thick of another big plot on Coronation Street. The actress is best known for playing Sarah Barlow - nee Platt - in the ITV soap, but didn't join until the daughter of matriarch Gail Platt turned 12.

Coronation Street fans were given more clues about the mysterious disappearance of teenager Lauren Bolton during the episode on Friday 24 May. Recently, Roy Cropper has found himself in hot water, being arrested and charged as the prime suspect for the alleged murder of missing teen Lauren. Fans will remember that troubled young Lauren suddenly left the cobbles earlier this year, leaving her friend Bobby Crawford worried when he discovered her flat unlocked and Lauren nowhere to be found.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has been inundated with messages from fans after she shared a gut-wrenching update on social media. It comes following the heartbreaking loss of her Brookside co-star Dean Sullivan last year.

Coronation Street enthusiasts are left in suspense as the truth about Lauren Bolton's disappearance is about to unfold.

Coronation Street have just dropped a brand-new promo revealing viewers will very soon find out what really happened to Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton).The ITV soap is screening a week of special episodes rather than the usual three to uncover what happened to Lauren, and where she is now.The first four episodes see different characters reliving the same day revealing new details each time before the finale on Friday 31 May where the truth is revealed.The new trailer shows clips of Lauren in her flat crying ‘help’ and trying to escape when a gloved hand is put over her mouth.The teen went missing in mid-February after being sacked from Roys Rolls. And the owner of the cafe Roy Cropper (David Neilson) is currently behind bars after being arrested for Lauren’s murder.

Coronation Street has released a first-look video at all the drama to come in a special week of episodes 'like no other'. It will see Roy's prison hell come to a head while predator Nathan Curtis is firmly put on the police’s radar as viewers discover what really happened on the fateful night that teenager Lauren Bolton disappeared.

Coronation Street has confirmed a special week of episodes are ahead - but will it lead to the truth about Lauren Bolton's disappearance? It's been three months since the teenager mysteriously disappeared from Weatherfield without a trace.