Claire Sweeney Addresses Backlash Over Coronation Street Plot

In a shocking turn of events on Coronation Street, Claire Sweeney's character Cassie Plumber is seen slipping crushed tablets into the tea of Ken Barlow, a beloved character portrayed by Bill Roache. This act of betrayal follows a seemingly supportive caregiver relationship, as Cassie had been helping Ken recover from a fall. Viewers are left questioning Cassie's motivations as Ken is rushed to the hospital after the incident. Sweeney expressed her own shock at the storyline, worrying about the backlash from fans who have just begun to warm up to her character. She emphasizes that Cassie's actions stem from a place of hurt and fear of abandonment rather than a desire for money. The dramatic narrative has prompted Sweeney to consider the possibility of her character's exit from the show, reflecting on her memorable moments during her time in the series.