BREAKING: Coronation Street star announces shock exit after 11 years in huge plot

Another exit has apparently been confirmed, with actor Daniel Brocklebank announcing his departure.

According to reports his character vicar Billy Mayhew will leave the show next year in a major new story. After 11 years in the role, the character will bow out, with the actor "sad" to be leaving.

It's said to be an issue led new plot that will see him leave the show for good.

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Speaking to The Sun, Daniel said: "I have been working on Corrie for a quarter of my life. I have adored every minute I have been in that building and have never not looked forward to going into work.

"I love everyone who works on this show and whilst I am sad to be going, I am equally excited to see what the future holds." Actor Daniel joined the soap in 2014.

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