Izzi Warner is renowned for her role on Gogglebox
Coronation Street fans are reeling after Colson Smith confirmed his exit from the show. The soap star has played Craig Tinker in Weatherfield on the ITV
The actor first appeared on the show when he was 12 years old and quickly became one of the Cobbles’ most-loved characters. However, his time on the beat in Weatherfield will soon come to an end after he announced his exit.
In a post on Instagram, he said: “Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinkers time on the Cobbles is to come to end in 2025. I’ve LOVED every single second of my 14 year stay as a resident on the GREATEST street in the world.
“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. For Me, this is just the end of the beginning. I genuinely can’t wait to see what chapter 2 has in store for me. LONG LIVE THE COBBLES!”
Izzi Warner is a Gogglebox favourite who regularly shares her views on Corrie as an armchair critic on the Channel 4 programme. She was sad to learn about the much loved star’s departure. She said: “Goodbye to the hardest working copper ever seen on the cobbles!”
Corrie co-stars were devastated after Colson’s exit. Andy Whyment, who plays Kirk Sutherland, posted: “I’m still absolutely gutted and you know how much you’re gonna be missed by us all.
“But I’m also really excited for you as I know you’re going to do really well, and you won’t be getting rid of me we’re friends for life now.”
Sue Devaney, who plays Debbie Webster, commented: “Love you Cols. so proud of you. Looking forward to watching your journey and can’t wait to see all your new exciting projects come to fruition! Shine bright young man and can we still have a party in your mega garden please?”
Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt, posted: “now that i’ve stopped crying about it, i can’t WAIT to see you slay the day. x” Sally Ann Matthews, who plays Jenny Bradley, posted: “Grandma loves ya and can’t wait to watch you fly! x”
Alan Halsall, who plays Tyrone Dobbs, said: “Gutted mate, but also excited for you, get out there and smash it.” Tina O’Brien, who plays Sarah Platt posted, said: “Love you Cols”
