Sean Wilson, who played Martin Platt, was set to return for Gail Platt’s farewell storyline, but filming has abruptly halted due to a mysterious ‘concern’ raised with show bosses. Despite his excitement about reuniting with the Platt family, Coronation Street spoilers confirm the unexpected decision to axe Sean. Even the filming for his return had already begun. Now, who is taking his place? Read on to find out!
What’s The Reason Behind Sean Wilson’s Exit?
Sean Wilson (Martin Platt) was suddenly let go from the show. Reports are now saying that a ‘concern’ was raised about him to the bosses before he left. Sean was last seen on the soap six years back. On July 25, 2024, it was revealed that he would return to the soap for Gail Platt’s final scenes.
The scenes were set to air in October and were already filmed, but over the weekend, the show announced that the actor had stepped down for personal reasons. A source told the Mail that it was strange for filming to halt suddenly after they had already started shooting most scenes.
The crew was surprised to learn they would be reshooting with another actor without explanation, as soaps typically avoid wasting time and money. The source added that something ‘serious’ must have been brought to the bosses’ attention about Sean after filming had begun, but no one knows whether it’s a new issue or something from his past.
Amid the news of Sean’s departure, actor John Thomson will reprise his role as Jesse Chadwick to replace Sean. This suggests the show plans to revive the long-standing feud between Eileen and Gail. A source told The Sun that several storylines were considered for Gail’s exit, but they decided on a love interest plot.
It was suggested that Jesse’s return to the show would involve a humorous final fling with Eileen’s frenemy. This would also allow Gail to make a special cameo in the future. Let us see how it unfolds! For more Coronation Street spoilers, keep checking Soap Opera Daily. So, are you excited? Let us know in the comments below!
