Coronation Street stars respond after ‘cashless’ claims and cast exodus
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Coronation Street stars have spoken out after a slew of back-to-back departures sparked claims the show was struggling financially. “I’d just like to say that the show is not on its knees and there is most certainly not a cast revolt as one article has said.” Whyment denied the show was ‘on its knees’ He continued: “Please don’t believe everything you read, I for at least one cast member am extremely happy and feel very grateful to still be working on Coronation Street.” Several of Whyment’s co-stars backed his statement as they wrote messages of support in the comments. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. We are family xx.” I’m a Celebrity star Alan Halsall, who plays Tyrone Dobbs, wrote, “My brother”, along with a fist bump emoji.