In a candid and emotional revelation, former Coronation Street star Vicky Myers has spoken out about the devastating moment she discovered her character was being written out of the iconic ITV soap in the most final way possible - through a brutal murder.
Myers, who portrayed Rovers Return barmaid DS Fiona Middleton from 1993 to 1998, described receiving the life-changing news as "a complete shock" that left her reeling. The actress had become a familiar face to millions of viewers during her five-year stint on Britain's most beloved street.
The Moment Everything Changed
"I was absolutely devastated," Myers confessed in a recent interview. "When they told me Fiona was being killed off, it felt like my world had collapsed. You invest so much in a character, and suddenly it's all taken away in the most dramatic fashion."
The shocking exit saw Fiona meet her demise in a harrowing murder storyline, a dramatic conclusion that stunned loyal Coronation Street fans who had followed her character's journey through various romantic entanglements and personal struggles.
Life After the Cobbles
Despite the initial heartbreak, Myers' story took an unexpected turn. The actress revealed that being axed from the Manchester-based soap ultimately opened doors to new opportunities she might never have pursued otherwise.
"At the time, it felt like the end of everything," she explained. "But looking back, it forced me to grow and explore different paths. Sometimes what seems like a catastrophe can actually redirect you toward better things."
A Message of Resilience
Now reflecting on the experience with two decades of perspective, Myers hopes her story will inspire others facing professional setbacks or unexpected career changes.
"The entertainment industry is unpredictable," she noted. "One day you're part of television history, the next you're reading about your character's murder in the script. But resilience is everything in this business."
Her journey serves as a powerful reminder that even the most dramatic endings can lead to new beginnings, both on and off the screen.
