Coronation Street fans react to 'terrible news' as star confirms exitClaire Sweeney announced her time on the cobbles will come to an end this yearView 2 Images Claire Sweeney will exit Coronation Street in the summer (Image: PA)Coronation Street fans have reacted to the "terrible news" as it was announced this afternoon that one star is leaving the soap. Claire Sweeney is set to exit the show and her next role has already been confirmed. "I'm delighted to be playing Miss Hannigan in Annie, the smash hit musical. (Image: Ian West/PA Wire)Coronation Street fans have not shied away from showing their disappointment after Claire confirmed her exit from the soap. Article continues belowA fourth said: "I'm gutted Claire is leaving, Cassie was such an underused character and had so much potential.