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Corrie's Billy Mayhew Star Daniel Brocklebank Announces Exit After 11 Years

Daniel Brocklebank announced he will leave Coronation Street in 2026 after playing vicar Billy Mayhew for 11 years.
The departure follows a story-based decision by showrunners, with Brocklebank stating it was not his choice to exit.
Billy’s exit is part of a major upcoming storyline that will challenge his friendships and faith over the coming months on the ITV soap.
Brocklebank shared that he has spent about a quarter of his life involved with Coronation Street and expressed how much he has thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.
His departure follows the recent loss of Billy’s husband Paul to motor neurone disease, indicating a significant dramatic shift for the character and show.

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Major ITV Coronation Street star axed after 11 years and 'not by choice' - Birmingham Live

Coronation Street actor Daniel Brocklebank has confirmed he is leaving the ITV soap after 11 years, with his character Billy Mayhew set to be involved in a major storyline before his departure

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Coronation Street star of 11 years 'excited' for future as he confirms show exit

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Coronation Street star confirms exit from soap after 11 years in latest cast departure

Coronation Street actor Daniel Brocklebank has confirmed that he is leaving the ITV soap.The actor, who plays local vicar Billy Mayhew and the adoptive father of Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby), has been a staple on the show for the past 11 years.His character will leave the cobbles next year as part of a major new storyline that’s yet to be disclosed, according to The Sun.Discussing his departure, Brocklebank said: "I have been working on Corri…

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