November 15th 2024.
Wendi Peters, who played the eccentric Cilla Battersby-Brown on the popular TV show Coronation Street, recently shared her thoughts on the sudden axing of her former co-star. The news of Bruce Jones' character, Les Battersby, being killed off was met with mixed emotions from fans and fellow cast members alike.
Wendi, who portrayed the notorious Cilla until 2014, spoke out about the decision to write off Les' character in an interview with The Sun. She called it "bizarre" and expressed that while she and her co-stars from 20 years ago were no longer under contract, there could have been a better way to handle the situation.
It was revealed last month that Bruce's character would meet his untimely demise, leaving his on-screen daughters, Leanne and Toyah, heartbroken. This news was initially met with shock and disappointment, as Bruce had been let go from the soap for his off-set behavior and allegedly revealing plotlines to fans.
Since his departure from Coronation Street, Bruce has taken on a new career as a professional wrestler. This unexpected turn of events has left fans questioning the show's decision to let him go.
Wendi, who has also moved on to other projects since leaving the soap, was vocal on social media about Les' death and has now spoken in more detail about it. She expressed that while she is grateful for the opportunity to have played Cilla for ten years, she is also sad to lose a character she grew to love.
In a recent interview with the MailOnline, Bruce revealed that he was informed of his axing via email. He admitted that while he is pleased to have closure on his character, it is also bittersweet to say goodbye to someone he played for a decade. He shared that fans still ask him about returning to the show, and he hopes this news will finally put those questions to rest.
In addition to her role on Coronation Street, Wendi has also appeared on other popular TV shows, including Doctors, where she played the role of Nina Bulsara. The final episode of Doctors aired yesterday after the BBC's decision to axe the show, and Wendi's character played a pivotal role in the finale.
Wendi's candid response to the axing of her former co-star sheds light on the delicate nature of the entertainment industry and the impact it has on both actors and fans. As fans continue to speculate about the future of the show, Wendi's words serve as a reminder that behind the glamour and drama of television, there are real people and real emotions involved.
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