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So when will Roy Cropper leave Coronation Street and why is Corrie actor David Neilson leaving the soap? Roy Cropper is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street, played by David Neilson. The Roys Rolls caf owner has played a central role in some of the ITV soaps most dramatic and heartbreaking storylines for more than 25 years, appearing in thousands of episodes since 1995. Horrified, Roy rejected her, but after a period of reflection he eventually came around, resolving to remain friends with Hayley until she left for Amsterdam to undergo gender reassignment surgery. I heard rumours when I got here that David Neilsons one red line was that Roy would never have a mobile phone, Iain said. This could mark a turning point in the troubled character's turbulent year as she gets her head together and realises she doesn't need to worry about everything. He urges her to think positively. Jamie has no money for lunch so offers postage stamps instead at the caf. Hayley is devastated and after she leaves Roy, he contemplates suicide. Roy takes charge as the menfolk - Jack, Bill, Martin, Fred Elliott (John Savident), Alf Roberts (Bryan Mosley), Gary Mallett (Ian Mercer) and Billy Williams (Frank Mills) - set off to the races. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/. If youve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing ussoaps@metro.co.uk wed love to hear from you. He is best known for his role as cafe owner Roy Cropper in the long running ITV soap opera Coronation Street, which he has played since 1995. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. After affirming their mutual attraction, Hayley goes to Amsterdam for private gender reassignment surgery. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. He then tells Hayley that Carla has had an accident to get her into the factory. Roy (David Neilson) makes his big decision after facing more police. He finds himself in a certain amount of jeopardy which then draws Nina into a certain amount of jeopardy, and what starts out as a lighthearted story takes on a much more serious complexion and is about Roys love for Nina, and vice versa. Hayley agrees to go through medical tests with Roy for support, but her own test results detect abnormal liver function, and is then diagnosed with stage-two pancreatic cancer. Alma Baldwin (Amanda Barrie) is impressed by Roy's ideas on catering and his no-smoking policy at the caf. "I don't know, I enjoy it. To help Tricia out, he buys her TV for 30. Meanwhile, Brooke Vincent, who plays Sophie, left in October 2019 to have her first child, Mexx. Tony threatens to kill Roy and Hayley and they report him to the police, resulting in Tony's arrest. Roy left for South America in November 2021 but returned to Weatherfield on Christmas Day, having realised that he belonged there. Plus Kelly turns to drugs as her situation gets desperate, and there's a breakthrough where a grieving Sam is. Hayley being Harry, in her past life. She and Roy were keen as the proverbial to adopt the resultant baby, which Tracy was amiable to do for the tune of 20,000. Theyre both a similar age, idiosyncratic characters. He was converted from a creep to an eccentric;[12] a quiet and shy intellectual man, with few social skills and a penchant for trivial information, but underneath it all, a man with "a heart of gold". The pair, who played Roy Cropper and Becky McDonald on the ITV soap, were close throughout their time on the show, before Katherine departed in 2012. Roy soon mentors Fiz's younger brother Chesney Brown (Sam Aston) and he sells his comic collection to buy a Morris Traveller. Roy Cropper actor David Neilson with co-star Mollie Gallagher. 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Gail can not cope with working and with Alma away, she gets Roy and Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) to run the caf. Coronation Street exit as Fiz Stape leaves when Tyrone threatens Phil? Initially a supporting. He first appeared on-screen on 19 July 1995. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Love eventually blossomed between the pair and they were married on Christmas Day 2004. Having made the devastating realisation, the soap stalwart informs his niece of the latest developments in the investigation. Since his debut in 1995, David Neilson's character has become a firm fan favourite, the lovably awkward cafe . In July 2015, Roy visits Cathy at her house and is shocked to discover that she keeps all her rubbish piled up in the living room. "I saw Kelly [Neelan] getting attacked," the gothic character answered, adding: "I tried to help and I did my best. She is furious and shouts at Roy before storming off. The actor was enrolled at the Central School of Speech and Drama at the age of 20, which kicked started his career into acting. Ciaran has appeared in Emmerdale, EastEnders, Holby City, The Bay, Vera, Casualty, The Bill and Moving On. "I . Hayley buys Gail's share in the caf and she moves in with Roy. He worked in various jobs at the same time, including as a gas fitter, ice cream . Coronation Street legend Roy Cropper to exit after 26 years? When will it return? [6] Neilson described the character as "scary",[6] and "a bit like Norman Bates in [the horror film] Psycho". Ciaran Griffiths as Jacob Hays dad, Damon, he suffered a heart attack during a pub football, I am Madeleine McCann girl has taken DNA test and thinks she could be another missing girl, I am Madeleine McCann girl Julia Wandelt on dream come true as she shares exciting news, Absolutely crushing way Amy Nuttall discovered Andrew Buchan cheating, Princess Eugenie makes emotional confession about debilitating health condition, Dancing On Ice star lashes out at Phillip Schofields behaviour on This Morning: I was so irritated, Emmerdale fans rage at Chas treatment of Paddy as he returns. So the character started development and Hayley Pattersonwas created. When she discovers Roys plans to leave the cobbles for a job in South America, Nina gathers his friends including Carla, Mary, Fiz and Cathy in the caf in the hopes that they can convince him to stay. Thanks to the help of Roy (David Neilson) and Asha Alahan (Tanisha Gorey) she has been able to reclaim her identity proudly but it seems she is still struggling with what has happened to her. Roy meets Hayley Patterson (Julie Hesmondhalgh), with whom he instantly finds a rapport. Coronation Street spoilers: Daniel to kill Justin after acid attack asRobMallardconfirms violent revenge? Roy Croppers days in Weatherfield are numbered, as the beloved long-standing character is set to be written out of Coronation Street. Unfortunately, lying to Carla just cements Roy's decision to leave as he tells his niece he is becoming someone he doesn't recognise. Long-standing Corrie character Roy Cropper is set to leave the cobbles - but why is he leaving and is he going for good? [6] Misunderstood, he was almost evicted from his flats for his behaviour towards Deirdre, though he was actually only showing concern for her welfare. Roy is furious when he learns that Hayley has a son and their marriage nearly ends. More info. Roy doesnt see the point of the phone, but then the story takes on a more serious hue, as Iain MacLeod explained. Nina is left reeling and quickly calls on Abi as she fears her uncle is going to take his own life but he is finally forced to confess the truth. They later make up and Roy gives her away at her wedding. Daniel to kill Justin after acid attack as Corrie star confirms violent revenge? Roy is then angry with Hayley for ending her life and leaving him behind. Martin Platt (Sean Wilson) takes Roy on to help out in the cafe. She is set to play Christine, the mum of Daisy Midgeley. In January 2014, Hayley decides it's time to end her life and after a final visit from Fiz and Tyrone, Hayley makes herself a lethal drug cocktail. David said: "The time has flown. I mean, I'm 72 - so, probably a lot of it is luck! I watched Corrie as a kid and its great to be back with some old friends both cast and crew. Im increasingly loving their dynamic, he said. However, will Nina be able to stop him from leaving as she plays one more card or is this really the end for Roy after more than a quarter of a century? Coronation Street twist as Curtis teams up with Daisy to steal money? All this and more in your spoiler-filled guide to Coronation Street in the week of 22-26 November 2021. She then takes him home and puts him in her bed. Their exchange doesn't go unnoticed as Roy watches on from a distance and soon after, Nick Tilsley (Ben Price) tells the caf owner the police are tracing the gun used to kill Natasha. Roy Cropper left Coronation Street to take a job in South America earlier . With plenty of ties to Weatherfield, he may decide that a temporary break from the street is all he needs. Ideally, she would have to be a female mirror image of himself. 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