Fans Analyze Clues
Coronation Street fans have been analyzing clues to predict Simon Barlow's exit storyline.
Peter Barlow's Departure
Peter Barlow, Simon's dad, left the cobbles after struggling with guilt over killing serial killer Stephen Reid. He was offered the chance to join an old pal on an around-the-world sailing adventure to escape his memories.
Simon Left Fuming
Simon was upset as his dad didn't say goodbye before leaving. Fans believe that this will lead to Simon spiraling into alcoholism, just like his dad did.
Fan Theories
One fan on Twitter speculated, "If I had to guess, I'd say that Simon being absent for Peter's departure will be used as an accelerator for his own alcoholism storyline. They've been making too big a deal of how much Simon likes a drink these days for it not to mean something."
Confirmed Exit
It was recently announced that Alex Bain, the actor who plays Simon, is leaving the show after 15 years. He will have an explosive storyline before his departure this summer.
Exciting Future
A source revealed that Alex is sad to be leaving Coronation Street but is excited about future opportunities.
Controversial Storylines and Awards
Alex has been involved in a string of controversial storylines on Coronation Street and won the British Soap Award for Best Young Actor in 2011.
Coronation Street Schedule
Coronation Street airs on ITV1 and ITVX on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8pm.
Early Start for Alex
Alex landed the role of Simon when he was just seven years old.
