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Claire Sweeney Leaves Coronation Street After Filming Final Scenes

Taking over Miss Hannigan on the Annie tour, Sweeney filmed an exit that producers say is driven by the arrival of Tyrone’s father.

Overview

  • Sweeney confirmed on Ireland AM that she has finished filming her final Coronation Street scenes and will leave the soap to play Miss Hannigan on the Annie tour.
  • She described her on-screen departure as "explosive" and said her last day of filming was emotional as she said goodbye to cast and crew.
  • Coronation Street producer Kate Brooks has said Tyrone’s father will appear on the show and that his arrival will create family friction that contributes to Cassie Plummer’s exit.
  • Sweeney highlighted memorable moments from her three-year run, including storylines about drug addiction, family revelations, and a plot involving Ken Barlow.
  • The exit has already been filmed and will air in coming weeks, and viewers should expect a dramatic storyline that closes Cassie’s arc while Sweeney moves to the scheduled July theatre role.