Kym Marsh teases return to the cobbles after exit was 'left open' as the Corrie crisis deepens Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By Kirsten Murray For Mailonline Published: 01:25, 22 August 2024 | Updated: 01:28, 22 August 2024 e-mail View comments Kym Marsh has revealed she is open to a return to the Coronation Street cobbles as the soap's crisis continues. The actress, 48, starred as Michelle Connor on the Manchester based soap from 2006 until 2019 when she departed the streets of Weatherfield.
And now the star has admitted she wouldn't rule out returning to the soap as producers left her character 'open' for her to come back. Speaking to The Mirror Kym confessed: ' It was left open, very much so and if the chance and opportunity was to arrive then I could always return if that was what was wanted. 'So yeah, there is always that option for her to go back, unless they kill her off! But there is that opportunity and I mean, I just love that show, I will always love Coronation Street , it's such a major part of my life.
' Kym Marsh has teased her return to the cobbles after her character's exit was 'left open' as the Corrie crisis continues to deepen The actress, 48, starred as Michelle Connor on the Manchester based soap from 2006 until 2019 when she departed the streets of Weatherfield (pictured in 2016 alongside Simon Gregson as Steve McDonald) Since leaving the streets five years ago, Kym has gone on to secure a regular hosting position on Morning Live and is currently starring in a touring version of 101 Dalmatians The Musical. Kym's revelation comes as the soap has been plunged into chaos after Sean Wilson suddenly departed the soap, forcing bosses to reportedly scrap Martin Platt's return storyline . Read More Coronation Street in crisis: Is Sean Wilson's axe the final nail in the coffin? The actor was set to reprise his role as Martin Platt in October as part of his ex-wife Gail's exit , but according to sources, his entire story has now been ditched.
According to The Sun , Sean's exit came as a huge shock, with the cast unaware of the reason behind his departure. A representative for the soap stated that the actor left 'for personal reasons,' and none of Sean's scenes will be aired, with Gail's entire exit storyline now being frantically rewritten by bosses. Sean had returned to Corrie in July to film his first scenes, and had already recorded episodes with a large number of stars in the soap.
A source said: 'It has come as a complete and utter shock to everyone - and his sudden exit has rocked everyone involved with Corrie. Sean was loving his time on the show, and he was very popular on set. 'He had filmed scenes with loads of the cast, but then suddenly he was summoned to head office, and later it filtered out he wouldn't be returning or his scenes airing, but no explanation offered.
Kym confessed: ' It was left open, very much so and if the chance and opportunity was to arrive then I could always return if that was what was wanted' (pictured on the soap in 2019) Since leaving the streets five years ago, Kym has gone on to secure a regular hosting position on Morning Live and is currently starring in a touring version of 101 Dalmatians The Musical Kym's revelation comes as the soap has been plunged into chaos after Sean Wilson suddenly departed the soap, forcing bosses to reportedly scrap Martin Platt's return storyline 'Clearly it's a major blow for bosses who must now find a new magical and happy ending for Helen - but they are confident they'll pull it out of the bag, and give viewers something wonderful.' An ITV spokesperson told MailOnline: 'Sean Wilson has stepped down from filming for personal reasons.' Sean's agent told the publication: 'Neither he nor I will be making any further comment or statement.
' It has since been revealed Sean secretly split from his long-term girlfriend before his shock axing from the show. The soap actor, 59, began dating actress Suzie Fenwick in 2016 but a source has revealed they secretly ended their relationship a few years ago. The pair's romance began after his 16-year marriage to his wife Gaynor ended in 2013.
A source told The Sun : 'Sean and Susie's relationship ended a few years back. 'There was no bad blood and they had had a wonderful relationship during the many years they were together.' Share or comment on this article: Kym Marsh teases return to the cobbles after exit was 'left open' as the Corrie crisis deepens e-mail Add comment.
