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Coronation Street actress Alexandra Mardell has shared behind-the-scene snaps after revealing her plans to exit the soap.The actress is best known for playing bubbly, pink-wearing Emma Brooker in the ITV soap.In 2018, she made her debut as an apprentice hairdresser at Audrey Roberts' salon.Since, she has become a barmaid at the Rovers and has discovered the life-changing news that she is Steve McDonald's biological daughter.After four years of starring on the cobbles, Alexandra has decided to exit the soap.The 28-year-old star said in a statement: "Playing Emma, on the most iconic street there is, has been the best experience of my life. Four years have gone so fast."Compared to other cast members, I still feel like a newbie, which makes my decision to leave all the more difficult.

Coronation Street's Adam Barlow has been suffering at the hands of a creepy stalker - and in Wednesday's double bill their identity was finally revealed to viewers.

EMMERDALE has teased jealous serial killer Meena Jutla WILL make an explosive return in long-awaited scenes due to air soon. Dawn Taylor - played by Olivia Bromley - is being stalked and after a string of unsettling events - including murderous threats and a slashed wedding dress - it seems like Meena is back for revenge. A short trailer shows Paige Sandhu's jealous killer's thirst for blood and revenge will overpower everything else, as she made it quite clear that she intends to return for Dawn and Billy’s big day.

Coronation Street fans think they have worked out how Emma Brooker will leave the cobbles after actress Alexandra Mardell announced she had quit the ITV soap. Alexandra, 28, revealed on Monday that she was leaving her role as Emma and it is believed her character will remain onscreen until April.Taking to social media after the news was announced, soap watchers were quick to predict what Emma's exit storyline could be with several viewers linking it to Ted.

Alexandra Mardell has left many Coronation Street fans gutted as she revealed her plans to leave the soap.

Coronation Street is set for worrying scenes next week as Amy Barlow's drink is spiked and her new boyfriend Jacob Hay is blamed. In upcoming episodes, Amy, Asha Alahan and Summer Spellman go to a club with Jacob after the school's Valentine's Dance where Amy becomes increasingly woozy before collapsing. Jacob yells at Asha to call an ambulance and later at the hospital, Tracy and Steve McDonald worry with the latter convinced that Jacob spiked her drink.Things go from bad to worse when Jacob reveals they are a couple, and despite saving Amy's life, Steve warns him off his daughter before punching him.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell has announced that she's leaving the soap after four years.

Coronation Street fans reacted in shock as Weatherfield was swarmed by police in Monday night's double bill.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell has revealed that she has quit the ITV soap after almost four years.The actress, 28, plays loveable Emma Brooker on the cobbles and first joined the Weatherfield cast in 2018. It is believed that Alexandra will film her exit scenes later in February and she will remain on the ITV soap until April.The soap star said: "Playing Emma, on the most iconic street there is, has been the best experience of my life. Four years have gone so fast.

Coronation Street fans think they have worked out a new twist involving Lydia Chambers as Adam Barlow's car was vandalised on Monday's episode. Soap watchers will recall that Adam was targeted by a mystery person earlier this year and he wrongly accused ex Lydia of keying his car before being told that it was in fact Jeremy Bremner, a disgruntled loser of a court case he worked on.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell, best known for her portrayal of Emma Brooker in the ITV soap, has quit her role.Her last scenes are set to air in April 2022.The 28-year-old actress confirmed to The Sun that she is currently filming her exit scenes.She said: "Playing Emma, on the most iconic street there is, has been the best experience of my life."Compared to other cast members I still feel like a newbie, which makes my decision to leave all the more difficult. But I feel it’s the right time for me."She added: "I can’t thank everyone at Coronation Street enough for welcoming me and trusting me to tell so many wonderful and heartfelt ­stories."She also thanked the show for the "friendships" she has made along the way.

Coronation Street hunk Sam Robertson has had quite the ride as resident ladies man Adam Barlow.The Scottish actor has made his mark in Weatherfield over the years as his character enjoyed a string of flings with the female residents including Maria Connor, Rosie Webster and Eva Price.In fact, he even hooked up with his uncle's partner Carla Connor before finally marrying Sarah Platt.So perhaps it comes as no surprise that the latest storyline for Adam will see him and wife Sarah pick up a nasty stalker in the build-up to Valentine's Day.However, for Sam, his real-life couldn't be further than the man he plays on screen.Sam, 36, was famously linked to ex-ladies footballer and BBC Sport pundit Alex Scott after they were spotted enjoying a cosy date together.They were seen enjoying a cosy candlelit dinner and drinks at London's Dean Street Townhouse back in September 2018.However, the romance was short-lived because they couldn't get any privacy and found themselves all over the news after just one date.Alex explained: "My one date in ages was going out with Sam [Robertson], who is lovely."The next morning, our pictures were all over the press because someone in the restaurant had taken a photo."It wasn't exactly a great start!"Sam was controversially rumoured to have had a fling with his Coronation Street co-star Faye Brookes aka Kate Connor.At the time the actress was on a break from her relationship with pop star Gareth Gates.At the time a source alleged to The Sun: "It was the talk of the Coronation Street set when Faye and Sam hooked up."Sam was a good friend and a shoulder to cry on. Before they realised it, one thing had led to another.

WEDNESDAY's trip to the cobbles allowed ITV viewers to have a look at Sarah and Adam Barlow's stylish flat. Distracted and stunned Coronation Street fans took to social media to voice their opinions about the swanky home.

Kelly Neelan is reeling when her wayward mum Laura returns to Coronation Street next week, and she's the bearer of some shocking news.

Things could get a whole lot worse for Daniel Osbourne as fans make a prediction about Lydia Chambers.

Coronation Street fans were finally given a look inside Sarah and Adam Barlow's home.

Coronation Street fans were left scratching their heads over a passionate scene featuring turbulent lovers Daniel Osbourne and Daisy Midgeley.

Coronation Street fans seem to believe that Lydia Chambers could possibly turn violent after Daniel Osbourne decided to end their relationship abruptly on Wednesday night.Lydia could clearly sense that something was wrong when she walked in to find Daisy Midgeley standing uncomfortably in Daniel's flat.After Daisy left the apartment, Daniel admitted that he still had feelings for Daisy and gave Lydia the elbow.But although Lydia hasn't been going out with the school teacher for very long, she didn't take the news well, which lead many viewers to believe that she may do something sinister.Taking to Twitter, fans shared their thoughts on what they think could possibly come next.One viewer penned: "And now we have the latest soap serial killer #lydia."Another said: "I think Lydia is about to stick a pin in the voodoo doll…."A third wrote: "Lydia what a bunny boiler going on like they were going out for ages.""Daniel saying that he still has feelings for Daisy - is Lydia going to turn psycho?!" Another fan questioned.Later on in the programme, Lydia was not taking the news of the break-up well and went to drown her sorrows.While walking drunkenly on the cobbles, Adam Barlow saw the fiery brunette and offered to help her get a cab.This is a live TV story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.TV & Showbiz reporters are working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story.You can also follow us on Twitter @DailyStar, or follow us on Instagram @dailystar to get the latest TV and celeb gossip 24 hours a day.Or like our Daily Star Showbiz Facebook page to get the day's biggest stories, and have your say on them.Why not also subscribe

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