Coronation Street is preparing to bid farewell to a cobbles icon according to the show's chief, and viewers are convinced they've worked out who's facing the chop.

The enduring drama has never shied away from delivering devastating deaths. Since launching back in 1960, numerous Weatherfield inhabitants have breathed their last on those legendary cobbles.

Yet recently, boss Iain MacLeod disclosed that a cherished resident will meet their demise in the coming year, forming part of the groundbreaking crossover with fellow soap Emmerdale in early 2026.

Discussing the ITV programme's upcoming 65th milestone in December, executive producer Iain revealed to Daily Star: "The soap gods demand a sacrifice when you have an event of this kind."

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