Coronation Street's Alexandra Mardell who plays Emma Brooker has said goodbye to the ITV cobbles.
The soap actress admitted that she 'ugly cried' when she finished her final scenes, and gave thanks to her 'Corrie family'.
Bubbly pink-wearing Emma arrived as an apprentice hairdresser at Audrey Roberts' salon and had a fling with Audrey's grandson David Platt when she first arrived on the ITV soap four years ago.
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But now, the actress claims it is 'the right time' to put the character behind her and to move on to new opportunities.
Writing on her Instagram, Alexandra said: "And that’s a wrap on the best street there is!
"And of course I ugly cried as soon as the scene completed. So overwhelmed by all the love. The Corrie family are just insane.
"To every person in that building, every viewer, family member and friend, I love you all and can’t thank you enough!"
She added: "I’ve said it countless times before but I’ll say it again, it’s been the best time of my life. But for now it’s goodbye to the cobbles from me and Emma Brooker."
Co-workers of the actress shared messages of support in the comments and expressed how much they would miss working with her.
Samia Longchambon, who plays Maria, said: "We will miss you loads Ali! You little star xxx"
Harriet Bibby, who plays Summer Spellman, said: "Missing you already! Best of luck you ray of sunshine!"
Andy Whyment, who plays Kirk, said: "Gonna miss you Ali but good luck I’m sure you’re gonna smash it xx"
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