He is part of the furniture in Weatherfield but Roy Cropper made a shock exit from the cobbles last week. Coronation Street fans were left gutted and confused when the soap legend made an exit in the back of a taxi.
David Neilson has played Roy for 26 years, having made his first appearance in 1995 and soon being made a permanent character.
Roy was seen making plans for his exit, signing over the cafe and flat to his niece Nina Lucas, as well as selling his beloved car. READ MORE: Corrie's Daniel accused of grooming Summer after drunken Max confrontation After sparking concern, he revealed he was off to start a new life as a chef in South America.
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