What Happened?
Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick's wife, Kate Brooks, is leaving to join rival soap Coronation Street as the new Series Producer. Michelle shared a heartfelt message on Instagram expressing her pride and support for Kate's new role.
Who is Kate Brooks?
Kate Brooks, who has been married to Michelle since 2019 and shares two children with her, will start her new position at Coronation Street next month. She has previously worked on Emmerdale and is known for successful storylines such as Meena Jutla's reign of terror and Chas Dingle's breast cancer diagnosis.
Excitement and Support
Michelle expressed her joy for Kate's career move and wished her the best of luck in her new role at Coronation Street. The couple met on the set of Emmerdale and fell in love, and Michelle described Kate as a talented and fabulous storyteller.
Corrie's New Boss
Kate Brooks' appointment to Corrie comes at a time when the soap has faced challenges with declining ratings. She is set to work closely with the Executive Producer for Continuing Drama and other key figures at ITV to bring a fresh perspective to the show.
