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Coronation Street legend sets record straight on rumoured exit as she’s flooded with support from co-stars
The star has been a part of the Cobbles for 13 years.
A CORONATION Street legend has set the record straight on her rumoured exit - as she's flooded with support from co-stars.
The ITV soap has seen a number of cast members depart in recent months, including Peter Barlow star Chris Gascoyne, with his on-screen son Simon Barlow - played by Alex Bain - set to leave in the near future.
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It had also been reported that Lisa George was leaving her role as Beth Tinker, but the actress has now set the record straight.
The character hasn't been a central part of any major storylines in a while, but Lisa shared a new cast card shot from the Cobbles, which seemed to suggest she would be around for the foreseeable after all.
She captioned it: "Love Beth’s new cast card shot."
A Coronation Street fan commented under the snap, which Lisa shared on her Instagram: "Lisa George aka Beth Tinker is a gorgeous lady amazing actress she was outspoken and funny. Sad that she has left Coronation Street."
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But Lisa replied: "I haven't left!- I'm back in tomorrow! X."
Lisa's Corrie co-stars were quick to show their support too, with Paddy Bever - who plays Max Turner - sharing a heart eye emoji and Sally Carman replied: "Me too!" with heart eye emojis.
Fans were also delighted by the news, with one writing: "YOU'RE NOT LEAVING CORRIE? THANK GOODNESS FOR THAT."
Another added: "This is fabulous! I’m really hoping that some fabulous storylines are on their way for you and Kirk, two great comedic actors who are not being fully utilised by Corrie!
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"Fingers crossed the Beth with the spark comes back soon and we get to see you and Bertie getting up to some adventures!"
A third commented: "I love her cast card too. She is a fantastic actress and I love both Lisa and Beth.";
Coronation Street airs on ITV1 and is available on ITVX.
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