Colson Smith's character Craig Tinker to be written out of the soap
CORONATION Street actor Colson Smith has spoken out after it was revealed that he had been axed from the soap amid its ongoing cash crisis. Colson's character Craig Tinker would be the latest to be written out of the embattled soap. Co-stars Luca Toolan (Mason Radcliffe) and Sue Devaney (Debbie Webster) have also been written out by bosses, along with others.
Colson Smith's reaction to the news
Colson revealed that he was informed about his departure in a meeting with the top boss, where he was given the news. He shared his feelings on his podcast, On The Sofa, co-hosted with Ben Price and Jack P. Shepherd. Colson expressed his fondness for the green room and the learning experience he had during his time on the show.
Keeping the news under wraps
After finding out about his exit, Colson kept the news quiet to respect co-star Helen Worth's final week on the show. He mentioned that he will miss the green room the most and is looking forward to the next chapter in his career.
Emotional statement from Colson Smith
Colson shared an emotional statement about his exit, expressing his gratitude for his time on Coronation Street and his excitement for the future. Details of Craig's exit storyline are yet to be revealed, leaving fans guessing about what's to come for their favorite characters.
