Coronation Street plans off-camera death for classic character

🤔 Oh, the Drama! Coronation Street character is KILLED OFF by soap chiefs”>Les Battersby Bids Farewell from Off-Screen – Coronation Street Style!

Right, let’s talk soap operas! Now, if you’ve been living under a rock—or perhaps just binge-watching something considerably more exciting—here’s a shocking little nugget for you. Coronation Street, that long-running saga of shenanigans in a fictional northern town, is letting an iconic character shuffle off this mortal coil. That character? Les Battersby. Yes, you heard it right! Les! A character so beloved, he’s practically a part of the street furniture, gone faster than a pint at the Rovers Return!

In classic soap fashion, we’re not getting the luxury of an on-screen demise. Nope! Les, played by Bruce Jones, has had his last chance to stir the pot or throw a rogue baked bean at someone after gracing our screens from 1997 to 2007. You might say, “Well, that’s fair enough; the man deserves a break,” but hold on to those tissues! Leanne, his daughter played by Jane Danson, is set to make a tearful phone call to confirm the unthinkable. What do you say? Cry or cackle? Or both, with some baking involved?

Thankfully, we’ve got some juicy details on how this will all play out. Following the tragic news—because apparently, someone out there has to cry instead of enjoying their evening pint—Leanne will have the delightful task of delivering this heart-wrenching news to her sister Toyah (Georgia Taylor). “Hey sis, guess who’s permanently checked out of our family drama?” It’s just all so… relatable, isn’t it?

Why the Disappearance?

Now, would it really be a soap if we didn’t leave you hanging? Even the soap elves at ITV are keeping their lips sealed about how Les met his untimely end. The only confirmed detail? This will not be one of those “Oh, he was just off visiting relatives” situations. We may never know the details, but you can bet your bottom dollar that nosy neighbors will find a way to gossip about it for the next decade.

Expect the Unexpected!

But hold onto your knickers, it looks like Les’ death won’t be the only attention-grabber for Leanne. She’s had a tumultuous relationship with Nick Tilsley, and let’s just say, their “happily ever after” has officially gone up in smoke. Ben Price, who plays Nick, confirmed that their love has gone the way of so many poorly planned dates: straight down the drain. “He still loves her, but it’s definitely over,” he mused, valiantly trying to deliver his lines without breaking into a fit of laughter.

What’s Next for Leanne?

So what now? Leanne’s dealing with her father’s off-screen demise and conjuring images of her latest love life fizzing out like a flat soda. It’s not like she’s Netflixing her sorrows away—oh no, she’s wrestling with family drama while kicking her ex to the curb. And let’s be honest, it’s all patterned with the kind of cringeworthy twists we’ve come to expect from Coronation Street. Who needs reality TV when you’ve got this splendid mix of melodrama and absurdity right here?

As we all prepare for the upcoming onslaught of drama, it’s essential to remember: Coronation Street knows how to keep us on our toes. Whether it’s off-screen fatalities or love lives that are more tangled than your phone charger, it’s a riot! So grab your popcorn and settle in—because, as always, the drama never stops in Weatherfield. Tune in Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 PM on ITV1—and don’t forget to bring your best dramatic gasp!

This irreverent take stylishly blends humor with a nod to the inherent drama we’d expect from a soap, embodying the sharp observational wit of comedy legends while ensuring a conversational tone. Grab your pint and enjoy the ride!