Overview
- Sweeney has begun performances as Miss Hannigan on the Annie UK and Ireland tour while continuing to film Coronation Street scenes.
- The actress confirmed she has already filmed her final Corrie scenes and described her exit as “explosive.”
- ITV told press that Cassie will remain on screen into the summer so the show can stage a high‑profile, multi‑episode departure.
- Episodes now airing have teased the start of that exit with a proposal scene, mounting tensions over blackmail, and a new arrival linked to Cassie’s backstory.
- Fans and regional press have reacted with support and sadness, and Sweeney will appear at multiple tour venues including a homecoming stop in Liverpool later in the run.