Coronation Street veteran announces departure after 15 years, expressing deep sadness.

It's almost time to bid farewell! Coronation Street's very own Alex Bain has taken to social media to share a heartfelt message as he prepares to leave the beloved ITV soap. Alex has been portraying the role of Simon Barlow for an impressive 15 years, but it seems his journey on the show will soon come to an end. Fans can expect his departure to occur within the next few months.

The talented actor, who joined the Corrie family at the young age of seven, recently updated his Instagram stories to confirm that his time on set is coming to a close. In a post shared from his dressing room, Alex wrote, "Well, my day is done! It was a short one today. I'm going to miss this little space dearly when I go. But I'm so thankful that I still have a few shooting days left!" It's clear that Alex has formed a special bond with his character's dressing room and is feeling grateful for his remaining time on set.

But let's not forget how it all started. Alex has been playing Simon since he was just seven years old! Over the years, viewers have witnessed Simon's character go through various challenges, with his recent downward spiral beginning at the start of the year. His father, Peter, left the cobbles, leaving Simon feeling isolated and turning to alcohol as a way to cope with his emotions. As his dependency on booze escalated, Simon's actions put both himself and his younger brother, Sam, in danger when he crashed Leanne's car. This was a wake-up call for Leanne, who was forced to reveal the truth to Nick about Simon's alcoholism.

In the midst of Simon's exit, there are also some exciting storylines to look forward to. The beloved character will become entangled in 'The Institute', a dangerous cult that disguises itself as a self-help group at the Chariot Square Hotel. Simon was first introduced to the seminars in recent episodes and was accompanied by his mother, Leanne, after he was banned from driving for drink driving. The two were immediately drawn to the charismatic lecturer, Rowan, who takes pride in the praises they both give him.

But before we say our final goodbye, there is still plenty of drama to unfold on the cobbles. So make sure to stay updated on all the latest spoilers and exclusive interviews by joining the Metro Soaps WhatsApp community. Just click on the link and select 'Join Chat' to become a part of the action. Don't forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a beat!

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