ITV Coronation Street star quits after 13 years - days after 2 other departures

Coronation Street bosses have reportedly offered soap legends Sally Dynevor and Michael Le Vell big money contracts to ensure they remain on the show. Sally, 60, has played Sally Webster in the ITV soap for 38 years, while Michael, 59, has been portraying Kevin Webster for 41 years.The two stars - who played husband and wife in Corrie for many years - are thought to both earn around £170,000 per year for their Coronation Street roles. ITV bosses were said to be "desperate" to keep Sally and Michael on the soap, and both actors were more than happy to sign another contract, as they "love the show".

Eight years on since soap fans saw Coronation Street star Paula Lane grace the cobbles, the much loved actress has finally returned to our screens, this time in rival soap Emmerdale. Making her debut as the character Ella Forster, fans will first see the new character when she loses her job after sticking up for Mandy Dingle, the girlfriend of Paddy Kirk, at the annual veterinary ball.

Coronation Street's Simon Gregson has been selling his old furniture to help him pay off a tax bill, it has been reported.The 49 year old actor, who has played the role of Steve McDonald on the ITV soap since 1989, allegedly owes HMRC £100,000. In addition to the large tax bill, reports also say that Simon owes money to Coutts Bank for a COVID bounce-back loan. Due to this further debt, it's thought that the soap star owes a substantial amount of money, equating to £165,000 in total.

Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan has joked she's a 'mess' as she returned to work following the Christmas and New Year break. The actress was back on the Salford-based set this week after an interesting end to 2023 and the start of 2024 for her on-screen character.

Coronation Street star Sair Khan has asked her fans to wish her and her partner 'luck' as they take on a challenge before they become first-time parents. The actress revealed last month that she is pregnant with her first child.

Coronation Street star Alan Halsall has sent a sweet message about 'family' but sparked a bit of confusion when documenting a reunion with his co-star. The actor took to social media as he got back into the swing of work following the Christmas and New Year break.

Coronation Street star Isabella Flanagan has shared her love for her co-star as he sent her a message on her special day. The actress, known for playing Hope Stape in the ITV soap, is celebrating her birthday on Friday (January 12) alongside her co-star twin brother.

Coronation Street star Lisa George appears to have subtly hit back at reports she's set to quit the show as she returned to work. The actress took to social media to share a snap from her dressing room on her first day back since the Christmas and New Year break.

Coronation Street fans never miss a trick and they've now heaped praise on the show for addressing a long-running issues in one of its latest scenes. It's been a rollercoaster of a week for Abi Wesbter after her husband Kevin Webster accused her of being back on drugs.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has shared a telling comment about his soap future after reports emerged that he's set to follow his on-screen dad and leave the cobbles. The actor is known for playing Simon Barlow in the ITV soap, the son of Peter and the later Lucy Barlow.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has been flooded with praise and support from his online followers as he delighted them with some soap news. The actor revealed he was back filming on the ITV soap following a Christmas break which also saw the youngster face a sad loss.

Coronation Street's Jack Carroll who plays the son of Carla Connor's brother Rob Donovan has opened up on how he landed the role on the ITV soap.

Former Coronation Street star Chris Fountain took to social media to share an emotional tribute to his grandad who tragically passed away.

Popular BBC school drama Waterloo Road is making a dramatic return to our screens tonight (Tuesday, January 2). Series 13 will feature eight new episodes, which will continue to explore real-life topics affecting teenagers, their families and school staff.

Coronation Street fans think they have worked out that Bethany Platt has a 'hidden agenda' as she was seen spending her first full day back in Weatherfield. The daughter of Sarah Barlow made a return to the street on New Year's Eve and before seeing her family, she bumped into Daniel Osbourne.

Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt in Coronation Street, is back on the cobbles. Rumours were swirling over the summer that Lucy was set to return to the ITV soap, three years after Bethany left Weatherfield for London.Tina O'Brien seemed to confirm Lucy's return when she celebrated her 40th birthday on set with her on-screen family. She shared a photo of herself with Helen Worth, Sue Nicholls, Jack P Shepherd, Ben Price and Julia Goulding, all posing behind a birthday cake.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain was out supporting his former co-star amid rumours he's set to leave the soap himself this year. The actor, known for playing Simon Barlow in the ITV soap, ended his year by heading to catch the pantomime.

Coronation Street youngster Jude Riordan sent a heartbreaking message to his online followers after suffering a sad family loss before the end of the year. The actor, known for playing Sam Blakeman in the ITV soap, wanted to send his best wishes and thanks to those who have supported him throughout 2023.

Coronation Street's Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson) is in for a shock as fan favourite troublemaker Damon Hay (Ciaran Griffiths) gets ready to return to the cobbles with a vengeful plan. Earlier this year, soap lovers saw Adam's marriage to Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien) break down after she had an affair with Damon. Adam then managed to chase Damon out of town, and he hasn't been seen on the show in quite some time - although that is set to change with Damon planning a dramatic comeback.

Another Coronation Street star is said to be leaving the ITV soap, as an actress is said to have quit the show.