Why is James Cartwright leaving Coronation Street?

James Cartwright, who plays Theo Silverton, is leaving Coronation Street as his role was on a finite contract with a planned story arc conclusion.

What past incident led to controversy for James Cartwright?

James Cartwright was convicted in 2013 for grievous bodily harm after breaking another man's eye socket in a nightclub, receiving a suspended jail sentence.

When will James Cartwright's character, Theo Silverton, last be seen on Coronation Street?

James Cartwright still has scenes to film and his character, Theo Silverton, will remain on screen until later in 2026.

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Soap Star's Past Assault Clouds Exit

15 Mar

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Summary

James Cartwright, Theo Silverton actor, is leaving the soap.
His departure follows a past conviction for assault.
Cartwright's contract was finite and his exit is planned.

James Cartwright, known for his role as villain Theo Silverton in Coronation Street, is leaving the long-running soap opera. This departure follows revelations seven months ago that Cartwright was convicted for breaking another man's eye socket in a nightclub incident.

ITV confirmed Cartwright's exit, stating that his role was on a 'finite contract' and that his character's story arc had a planned conclusion. Despite the revelations, Cartwright still has scenes to film and will be visible on screen until later in 2026.

The actor, 41, was sentenced in 2013 to a suspended jail term for grievous bodily harm after an altercation. He had claimed self-defence, but a jury convicted him.