Coronation Street's Alex Bain makes telling comment about soap future after quit claims as he speaks out on co-star exit
10.01.2024 - 19:57
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Coronation Street star Alex Bain has shared a telling comment about his soap future after reports emerged that he's set to follow his on-screen dad and leave the cobbles. The actor is known for playing Simon Barlow in the ITV soap, the son of Peter and the later Lucy Barlow.
Alex first appeared on the cobbles as Simon aged seven and over the years he has been involved in some big storylines, including drug dealing, and his mother Lucy's death. And in upcoming episodes, Simon and Sam Blakeman, played by Jude Riordan, are reportedly set to be involved in a car crash after they were seen filming the dramatic scenes before Christmas.
However, it was reported over Christmas that Alex was set to leave the role after 15 years. This hasn't been confirmed by Corrie or Alex himself and the 22-year-old currently seems very happy on the cobbles.
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Taking part in a new Q&A on Instagram, the young soap star shared a video of himself in his dressing room at the Salford-based set as he imported his fans and followers to ask him questions about his 'day to day life'. He also typed alongside the question box: "Adore my hob I do! So glad to be back @coronationstreet for my first day shooting of 2024."
He then added: "Such a good year ahead," alluding to his long-term future. He then proceeded to answer a number of questions including whether he misses Chris Gascoyne, who was seen leaving the show on Boxing Day after 23 years of playing Peter on-and-off. "Absolutely!" Alex replied.
He continued: "@christgascoyneofficial is one of the most amazing and complete