A well-known Coronation Street star has announced her departure from the show after being part of the cast for 13 years.

After more than a decade on the beloved cobbled streets of Coronation Street, the time has finally come for Beth Sutherland to say goodbye. It may have been a widely speculated secret in the world of soap operas, but now it's official - actress Lisa is officially departing from the show after 13 years of playing the iconic character.

In Friday's episode, viewers bid farewell to Beth as she embarked on a new chapter of her life, heading off to Norfolk. Lisa shared her thoughts on her long-standing role, admitting that although it's been a significant part of her life, it's hard to believe how quickly the years have gone by.

"It's been a long time being a part of Corrie, but it feels like it's gone by in the blink of an eye," Lisa expressed. "It's hard to comprehend how much time has passed, especially when you get so immersed in this world. It's timeless and it's easy to see how some actors have stayed on the show for decades."

In recent storylines, Beth found herself caught up in a counterfeit goods scandal, resulting in her losing her job at the factory. She then discovered that corrupt police officer Kit Green was involved and attempted to blackmail him, but he turned the tables on her by threatening to expose her son Craig's involvement in a hit-and-run.

Despite her son's pleas for her to stay, Beth remained determined to leave Weatherfield and even ended her relationship with Kirk Sutherland. In a heart-wrenching scene, Kirk made a last-minute attempt to stop Beth from leaving, but she insisted that he deserved better before driving off, seemingly for good.

Lisa revealed that filming her final scene was an emotional experience, as it was the last time she would be on set. She admitted to getting teary-eyed when Kirk and Beth shared their final moments together, as it marked the end of a significant chapter in her life.

But the drama doesn't end there. As Beth's loved ones come to terms with her departure, her son Craig remains suspicious and sets out to uncover the truth behind her sudden decision to leave. Meanwhile, Kit and his accomplice Marco Sweeney try to cover their tracks, but will Craig continue to dig for answers?

As fans say goodbye to Beth, it remains to be seen if she will ever return to the cobbles. But one thing is for sure, her time on Coronation Street will never be forgotten. Don't forget to tune in to ITV1 and ITVX on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8pm to catch all the latest drama. And if you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch - we'd love to hear from you. Join the conversation by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soap-related on our homepage.

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