Ellie Leach emotionally supports Colson Smith's Coronation Street exit

Ellie Leach expressed her emotions in response to the recent exit of her former "Coronation Street" co-star, Colson Smith. Ellie, known for her role as Faye Windass, left the ITV soap in May 2023 to compete in "Strictly Come Dancing," where she later won the show. Colson, who played Craig Tinker, recently filmed his final scenes after joining the show in 2011. As he prepares to say goodbye, he hosted a leaving party in Manchester. He shared a heartfelt message on social media, expressing gratitude to the show and his fans while confirming that his character's exit would be permanent. Ellie was supportive of Colson's journey, stating on Instagram that she was "sooooo proud" of him. She shared her feelings in a post, writing, "Crying," along with a tearful emoji. Colson's departure marks the end of a 14-year journey on the show, where he has grown alongside his character. He looks forward to new opportunities ahead, excited about his next chapter.