October 20th 2024.
Leanne and Toyah will be dealt a heavy blow soon. It seems that Coronation Street has decided to say goodbye to Les Battersby, the character who caused quite a stir when he first arrived on the show 27 years ago in 1997. The news of Les' departure will reach his daughters, Leanne and Toyah, next month, according to confirmation from The Agency.
This storyline is sure to bring even more chaos into the lives of the Battersby sisters, who have already experienced a tumultuous year filled with affairs, baby tragedies, and even involvement with a mysterious cult. When the Battersbys first moved onto the famous cobbled street, they were met with backlash from both fans and the press. Their reputation as the "neighbors from hell" made them quite unpopular, but as time went on, the characters evolved and became more relatable.
Les' character, played by Bruce Jones for a decade, was not always well-liked. He had a tendency to use his fists, cheat on his wife, and display aggressive and discriminatory behavior towards the LGBTQ+ community. In fact, Bruce was initially let go from the show due to his off-screen behavior, including insulting fans and revealing future plotlines.
These days, Bruce's career has taken a different turn as he is now involved in professional wrestling. However, his connection to Coronation Street is still evident as one of his most memorable opponents was another 90s icon from the show, Steve Arnold, who played Ashley Peacock. The two even reunited for a wrestling match in front of a cheering audience, showing that they are still friends after all these years.
In a recent update, Coronation Street referenced this match by mentioning that Les was drunk at a wrestling event. Bruce left the show in 2007 amid some behind-the-scenes drama. He has since opened up about the trauma he experienced when he was wrongly accused of being the infamous Yorkshire Ripper. In the 1970s, Bruce had discovered one of the victims' bodies while working in an allotment with a friend. He has admitted to having nightmares about the gruesome discovery.
It is unknown how Bruce feels about Les' permanent exit from the show, but sources claim that it may be seen as a "snub." According to the Sun, Bruce had always hoped to return to the show one day, as he created one of its most iconic characters. However, it seems that the writers have not forgotten his past criticism of the show, and this may have influenced their decision.
While Coronation Street spokespersons do not comment on future storylines, viewers can expect to see Les' departure at the end of November. It remains to be seen how this will affect the Battersby sisters and the rest of the residents on the famous street.
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