Fans are in for a shock as Emrhys Cooper (Rowan Cunliffe) leaves the show after seven months. Known for his devious manipulation of Leanne Battersby and blackmailing Nick and Toyah, Rowan’s departure promises to bring even more chaos to the cobbles. Moreover, according to Coronation Street spoilers, the actor has already secured his next role. Continue reading to know more!
Evil Rowan Cunliffe Exits Weatherfield
Emrhys Cooper (Rowan Cunliffe) is departing the Weatherfield after seven thrilling months. During his tenure, the character targeted vulnerable Leanne Battersby and manipulated her into revealing her darkest secrets. Moreover, later, he used them against her. The cult leader even blackmailed Nick and Toyah about their affair.
Next week, Amy Barlow is being targeted for her £40k inheritance, with Leanne grooming her under orders. According to a source, the drama will eventually come to an end – just not anytime soon. They added, “Emrhys has been a great addition to the street but he does play a dastardly villain and so his story always had a beginning, a middle and an end.”
Additionally, the soap star has already landed a new role, Prince Frederick, in ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarves’ at the St Helen’s Theatre Royal this Christmas. The reports say that his job starts in a few months. Back in Cobbles, Rowan’s character is set to become even more sinister in the coming months.
Although the storyline is far from over, he will eventually leave the cobbles. Will he face justice? Previously, Emrhys expressed his happiness about being starring in the show. He mentioned that after living in America for 15 years, he had been eager to return. Hence, he grabbed the opportunity immediately.
He shared that everyone was incredibly welcoming, and on his first day working with Jane and Sue, he immediately felt at home. The soap star also hoped for a redemption storyline for his character, Rowan, suggesting it would be interesting to see some growth.
But now that his departure has been confirmed, we will have to see if there’s anything good left for him. To find out what happens next, keep checking Soap Opera Daily for more Coronation Street spoilers! Also, will things change between Leanne and Nick after Rowan leaves?
