Coronation Street Stars Sally Ann Matthews, Channique Sterling-Brown Quit Amid ITV Cuts, Seek BBC Roles

Two notable stars from the long-running ITV soap Coronation Street have recently announced their departures. Channique Sterling-Brown, known for her role as Dee Dee Bailey since 2022, is leaving the show after three years to pursue new opportunities, having been involved in major storylines including confronting a villainous character and coping with medical issues. Meanwhile, Sally Ann Matthews, who played Jenny Connor for nearly 40 years intermittently since 1986, also exited the series, expressing gratitude and a desire to explore new acting roles. Sally has already secured a new television project with the BBC, including a role in a drama and an appearance on Celebrity Mastermind for charity. Both departures mark significant changes for Coronation Street, which has experienced multiple cast exits this year. The show continues to evolve as it bids farewell to these long-standing characters and their actors.