After a decade in Coronation Street, Yasmeen Metcalfe is set to bid an emotional farewell to Weatherfield next week.

Actress Shelley King, who has portrayed the much-loved character since 2014, is stepping away from the soap, marking the end of an era for fans.

Yasmeen’s Departure Storyline Unfolds

The farewell begins this Friday when Yasmeen shares some unexpected news with her granddaughter, Alya Nazir.

She reveals that she has been offered an exciting opportunity to work for a charity in London and has decided to sell her share in Speed Daal, the restaurant they have built together.

Wasting no time, Yasmeen quickly finds a buyer for her share, and by the following week,

Alya is left stunned when she discovers who her new business partner is. While Yasmeen prepares to leave, Alya braces herself for what could be a challenging new chapter in her career.

On Monday, the beloved character officially departs, sharing a heartfelt farewell with Alya before heading off to start her new life. However, the restaurant’s future is immediately thrown into uncertainty. By the next day, Alya is left fuming when she arrives at work to find that changes have already been made to the menu without her input. In a bold move, she tears up the alterations, making it clear that she intends to assert her authority over her new partner. Could this mark the beginning of a tense working relationship?

Why Shelley King Decided to Leave

Shelley King filmed her final scenes as Yasmeen back in December, and it was revealed earlier this year that she had made the decision to step away from the soap to explore new opportunities. An insider explained that after a decade on the show, Shelley felt it was time to take her career in a different direction.

“Shelley spoke to producers early last year and advised that after 10 years on the show and being involved in many major storylines during the past decade, she had decided the time has come for her to explore other opportunities.”

The Coronation Street team has expressed their admiration for Shelley’s work, acknowledging her incredible talent as both a stage and television actress. They fully support her decision and recognize the huge impact she has had on the soap over the years.

A Decade of Memorable Storylines

During her time in Coronation Street, Shelley King delivered a number of powerful performances, with one of her most gripping storylines being Yasmeen’s harrowing experience of coercive control and domestic abuse.

This devastating plot saw Yasmeen suffer at the hands of her manipulative and abusive husband, Geoff Metcalfe. Over time, Geoff’s control escalated, leaving Yasmeen trapped in a terrifying cycle of emotional and physical abuse. The storyline struck a chord with viewers, earning widespread praise and highlighting the reality of coercive relationships.

Yasmeen’s journey to reclaiming her freedom was one of Coronation Street’s most compelling narratives, culminating in a dramatic climax that saw Geoff meet his demise. Shelley’s raw and emotional performance throughout the storyline earned her critical acclaim and a host of awards.

Following Geoff’s death, Yasmeen eventually found love again with Stu Carpenter. However, their romance was cut short when Stu left the cobbles for a job opportunity in Germany last year. Now, with a new opportunity awaiting her in London, Yasmeen is ready to embark on her next chapter, marking the end of an unforgettable period in Coronation Street history.

What’s Next for Shelley King?

With her departure from the soap, Shelley King is set to pursue fresh challenges in her career. A highly respected actress with an impressive background in theatre and television, she is expected to take on new roles in the future. While it remains to be seen where her next project will take her, fans will undoubtedly be eager to follow her journey beyond Coronation Street.

As Yasmeen Metcalfe prepares to say goodbye, her exit will leave a lasting impact on Weatherfield. With her departure shaking things up at Speed Daal and a new business partnership already off to a rocky start, the legacy of her character is sure to be felt long after she has left.

For now, viewers can prepare for an emotional farewell as Coronation Street waves goodbye to one of its most beloved characters.