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Corrie Star Claire Sweeney Confirms She's Not Dying
13 Jul
Summary
- Claire Sweeney revealed her Coronation Street exit is not fatal.
- She described her character Cassie's departure as explosive and dramatic.
- Sweeney joined Coronation Street in April 2023 as Tyrone Dobbs' mother.

Claire Sweeney, known for her role as Cassie Plummer on Coronation Street, has officially confirmed that her character's departure from the popular ITV soap will not involve death. Speaking on Good Morning Britain on Monday, July 13, Sweeney described her exit storyline as 'fantastic,' a sentiment she reiterated on the show.
She elaborated that the storyline is set to be 'explosive' and 'dramatic,' with elements of sadness but also a potential 'redemption arc' for Cassie. While acknowledging that writers could technically write her character off, Sweeney explicitly stated, 'I don't die.' This offers a glimmer of hope for viewers, as she expressed her affection for Coronation Street, hinting that her involvement might not be entirely final.
Sweeney joined the Coronation Street cast in April 2023, with her initial appearance as Cassandra Plummer airing in June of that year. Her character was introduced as the biological mother of Tyrone Dobbs. Upon her casting, Sweeney had expressed immense enthusiasm, calling the role better than a Hollywood movie and a dream come true.