Faye Brookes has announced she is leaving Coronation Street after four years.
The actress, who plays Kate Connor, has had a series of intense story lines - with her fiancée Rana dying in the recent factory collapse.
Faye tweeted the news of her departure this afternoon.
She said: "Thanks to everyone for your amazing support, but after four fabulous years in Weatherfield it's time for me to explore new opportunities, I've loved playing Kate Connor, but she needs a break for a little while and so with a song in my heart I'm off to pastures new. #kana #corrie "
Fans were quick to send messages of support to her following the news.
One said: "Oh wow!! Excited to hear what's next x"
Mum who claims she had Conor McGregor's child shows off post-baby swimsuit snapAnother said: "Gutted you’re leaving good luck you and Bhavna were amazing together."
And a third said: "Whoa everyone is leaving! Well i wish you the best but “Kate” is nothing without Rana so it’s best for your story to end (for now)."
Last week Tristan Gemmill quit his role as Robert Preston - also after four years on the soap.
He also broke the news of his departure on Twitter , writing: "Folks, I just wanted to let you know that the time has come for me to hang up the chef’s gear and head for pastures new.
"There is still a lot of drama & shenanigans to come for Robert but I will be leaving Corrie later in the year."
