January 29th 2025.
Attention all Coronation Street fans! Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? The beloved ITV soap is clearing out some of its iconic costumes and props, and you could be the lucky owner of a piece of Corrie history.
Through the ITV Reloved scheme, viewers now have the chance to bid on items that were previously worn by fan-favorite characters like Michelle Connor, Sinead Tinker, and Eva Price. And that's not all – Liz McDonald and Rosie Webster's wardrobe pieces are also up for grabs, along with Jack Duckworth's shirt.
In an exciting announcement on Instagram, ITV shared that there are over 50 items available for purchase on eBay. But it's not just costumes that are up for grabs – there are also props and set pieces from other ITV shows, including a "Free Marlon Dingle" poster from Emmerdale and a barber's trolley from Trim Up North on Coronation Street.
But while fans are thrilled about the opportunity to own a piece of the show, there's also been some sad news for the Corrie community. Several beloved cast members have announced their upcoming departures, leaving fans heartbroken.
First, Sue Devaney, who plays Debbie Webster, will be leaving the show as part of a storyline focusing on dementia. It's a major storyline for the show, and sources say that Sue will give a performance of a lifetime. Sue Cleaver, who has been a central part of the show for 25 years as Eileen Grimshaw, has also announced her departure. She shared that she's had a wonderful time working on Coronation Street, but it's time for her to embrace change and explore new opportunities.
Colson Smith, who has been part of the show for 14 years as Craig Tinker, will also be leaving as the show writes out his character. He took to social media to share his love for the show and his excitement for what the future holds.
Charlotte Jordan, who has played Daisy Midgeley for four years, is also set to leave as part of an explosive storyline that is being kept secret for now. She shared that it's been a privilege to be part of the show, but it's time for her to explore other projects.
Shelley King, who has played Yasmeen Metcalfe for 10 years, has already filmed her final scenes and will soon be leaving the cobbles. A show insider clarified that she won't be killed off and that Shelley chose to leave to explore other opportunities.
Paddy Bever, who plays Max Turner, has also filmed his final scenes and will be leaving in the spring. He shared that it was a difficult decision, but he's excited to see what the future holds.
Amidst all of these departures, there have been reports of a cash crisis at ITV, leading to budget cuts and changes in the show. But the cast members want to assure fans that the show is still going strong. They took to social media to share their love for Coronation Street and dispel any rumors that the show is struggling.
So, if you want to own a piece of Coronation Street history, head over to eBay and bid on your favorite costumes and props. And don't forget to stay tuned for all of the latest updates and spoilers by joining Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community. With exclusive interviews, must-watch videos, and spoiler galleries, it's the perfect place for any soap fan!
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