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No Resurrection for Ashley Peacock: Arnold's Corrie Exit Final
11 Apr
Summary
- Steven Arnold confirms he will never return to Coronation Street.
- Arnold's character, Ashley Peacock, was killed in a 2010 tram crash.
- Arnold credits John Savident for teaching him acting on set.
Steven Arnold, who portrayed Ashley Peacock on Coronation Street for 15 years, has definitively stated he has no intention of returning to the iconic soap. His character was written out in 2010, tragically killed in the show's 50th-anniversary tram crash storyline. Arnold emphasized that his exit was final, having filmed his character's demise.
Despite his departure, Arnold holds his tenure on the show in high regard. He frequently credits the late John Savident, who played his on-screen father Fred Elliot, as a significant influence on his acting career. Savident's guidance on set, particularly in conveying passion for a character, remains influential, even as Arnold now teaches acting to aspiring students.
The actor's comments follow similar revelations from Helen Worth, who recently discussed her departure from her 50-year role as Gail Platt. Worth cited increasing tiredness on set as a factor in her decision to leave, though she acknowledged the many positive years she experienced.
Coronation Street continues to air on ITV1 and is available for streaming on ITVX. The series has seen several long-standing characters depart recently, with Worth's exit being a notable one.
