November 19th 2024.
Cassie was faced with a difficult decision when she realized that her job was on the line. As a carer for Coronation Street's Ken Barlow, she had been working tirelessly for months, but now that Ken's health was improving, he could no longer afford to keep her on. The Barlow family, who had never been fond of Cassie, were pleased with the decision, but Cassie was devastated.
Desperate to hold onto her job, Cassie quickly handed out her CV to find a new position. Ken, being the kind-hearted soul that he is, offered to take a look and help her find a new job. But Cassie saw this as an opportunity to secure her future as Ken's carer. In a moment of desperation, she made the decision to poison his drink with tablets.
Actress Claire Sweeney, who plays Cassie on the show, was shocked when she first read the script and saw the direction her character was headed. She couldn't believe that she was going to be responsible for harming the beloved Ken Barlow. But at the same time, she understood Cassie's motives and the struggle she was facing.
As a fan of the show herself, Claire knew that viewers were going to be outraged by Cassie's actions. In fact, even before the storyline had aired, people were already telling her to leave Ken alone. But for Cassie, it wasn't about causing harm. She simply wanted Ken to need her and couldn't bear the thought of losing her job and the life she had grown accustomed to.
But as is often the case, actions have consequences, and Ken's health takes a serious turn. He is rushed to the hospital, and Cassie is overwhelmed with guilt. She never intended to harm him and regrets her actions. But even after such a close call, she doesn't back down. In fact, she ups the ante by switching to a different type of medication that she believes will help her achieve her goal without being detected.
Claire admitted that she had considered the possibility of Cassie being written off the show as a result of her actions. But she also reflected on her time on the show and how grateful she was to have had the opportunity to work with such talented actors and be a part of such a gripping storyline.
Coronation Street fans can watch the drama unfold on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1, or catch up by streaming from 7am on ITVX. And as always, we'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions on the show, so feel free to leave a comment below.
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