Colson Smith leaves Coronation Street after over a decade

Colson Smith, known for his role as Craig Tinker on Coronation Street, is set to depart from the show after more than a decade. The 26-year-old actor has filmed his last scenes, and fans can expect to see his farewell episodes air in early summer. Colson first appeared on the ITV soap in 2011. During his time on the show, he tackled significant storylines, including a battle with OCD and becoming a police officer. He reflects fondly on his time, sharing that he loved every moment on "the GREATEST street in the world." In a recent social media post, he announced his departure with a photo of himself in his police uniform outside the Rovers Return. He expressed his emotions about leaving, admitting that saying goodbye to his co-stars was especially hard for him. As Colson prepares to leave, he also celebrated a new addition to the soap world. He shared an upbeat message about Bradley Riches joining Emmerdale, calling it "the best news ever." Riches is excited about his new role in Emmerdale and will start airing in May. Bradley is best known for his role in the Netflix show Heartstopper and his participation in Celebrity Big Brother. He expressed that joining Emmerdale is a dream come true, especially because it was his grandfather's favorite soap. The show's producer praised Bradley's talent and charisma, welcoming him to the team.