Colson Smith, known for his role as Craig Tinker on Coronation Street, is set to depart the long-running soap opera this summer after 14 years. The actor confirmed his exit, expressing gratitude for his time on the show and excitement for what the future holds.
Coronation Street 's Colson Smith is set to leave the soap this summer, ending his 14-year run as Craig Tinker . An insider revealed that the 26-year-old actor was informed several months ago about the decision to conclude his ITV character's storyline in Weatherfield. The source said: 'Colson was told last autumn about Craig being written out of the show, he will be on screen until early summer.
He is hugely grateful to have had 14 years working on the show and is excited about what promises to be a brilliant exit storyline. He is very positive about what the future holds for the next part of his career.' Colson confirmed to the Mirror his knowledge of the upcoming departure: 'Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker's time on the Cobbles is to come to an end in 2025. I've LOVED every single second of my 14 year stay as a resident on the greatest street in the world.' The actor, who has notably lost 10 stone post-lockdown, expressed nothing but optimism about his future: 'I feel incredibly lucky to have grown up in, on and around Coronation Street. I've learnt pretty much everything about life from the people who call it home. I'm excited to play out the exit story for Our Craigy.' Embracing the change, Smith added: 'For me, this is the end of the beginning. I genuinely can't wait to see what chapter two has in store for me.' Get the latest celebrity gossip and telly news sent straight to your inbox. Sign up to our daily Showbiz newsletter here The Celebrity Big Brother finalist also showed appreciation for the soap's new boss Kate Brooks, saying: 'Long live the cobbles! '. Corrie star Colson Smith has been at the heart of a major shake-up in Weatherfield, with producer Iain MacLeod hinting at dramatic departures last month: 'There are a few exits this year, and some unexpected ones that will send shockwave
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