In a deeply emotional and dramatic turn of events on Coronation Street, fans were left reeling as Daisy Midgeley, played by Charlotte Jordan, confirmed her heartbreaking departure from Weatherfield. After four years of navigating tumultuous romances, shocking betrayals, and intense personal growth, Daisy has decided to walk away from the cobbles for good.

Daisy’s exit storyline has been brewing over recent weeks, with a tangled web of deceit and betrayal at its center. In a scheme orchestrated alongside her estranged mother, Christina Boyd, Daisy had been trying to con Jenny Connor out of £60,000. The plan involved catfishing Jenny using a fictional online suitor named “Dom”—played in real life by a friend of Christina’s—who charmed Jenny with promises of investment opportunities and romance.

Initially, Daisy saw the scheme as a way to regain some financial security—especially as the money had originally been invested for her by her father, Jenny’s ex-husband. But what Daisy didn’t realize was that Christina was playing her just as much as they were both playing Jenny. Behind her back, Christina had planned to split the money with “Dom,” whom she was secretly dating.

The façade began to unravel in Wednesday’s episode (April 30), when Daisy overheard Christina and Dom flirting in the Rovers’ backyard. Listening in, Daisy was devastated to discover her own mother’s betrayal. Christina made it clear that she had no intention of sharing the spoils with Daisy, stating coldly that once she and Dom were gone, she wouldn’t give her daughter another thought.

This moment of betrayal pushed Daisy over the edge. Confronted with the truth about her mother’s duplicity, she made a decision that shocked viewers—she let Christina take the fall for the entire catfishing scam. During an explosive scene at the Rovers, Jenny publicly exposed the con by calling Dom—only to have Christina’s phone ring, confirming her guilt.

But while the drama unfolded around her, the emotional weight of Daisy’s decision to leave town began to settle. In a heart-wrenching conversation, Daisy told Jenny she had decided to leave Weatherfield behind. “It’s time that I left the car crash that is my life,” Daisy said, tearfully. “I’ve got to start again somewhere else.”

Jenny, clearly stunned and heartbroken, tried to reassure Daisy that she didn’t blame her for Christina’s actions. But Daisy was resolute—she needed a clean break and was determined to leave the next day, for good. It was a farewell filled with sorrow, regret, and the bittersweet hope of a new beginning.

The announcement of Daisy’s exit sent shockwaves through the Coronation Street fandom. Social media quickly lit up with emotional reactions. Fans who had previously criticized Daisy for her manipulative actions were still left heartbroken by her tearful goodbye. One user wrote, “She was a manipulative cow all episode long, but this still broke my heart.” Another commented on the blend of “humour and sadness” in the episode, admitting they didn’t want Daisy to leave.

The exit has been a long time in the making. Actress Charlotte Jordan recently appeared on This Morning, where she revealed to hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley that she had informed producers of her decision to leave Corrie a year ago. Despite having plenty of time to prepare, the reality of saying goodbye hit her harder than expected.

“I cried a lot on my last day,” she admitted. “On-and-off sobbing for about four hours! It was way more emotional than I thought it would be.”

Charlotte also spoke candidly about her excitement for what’s next. She expressed gratitude for the opportunities the soap had given her and felt she had completed her “soapy checklist,” hinting at dramatic storylines, personal growth arcs, and her character’s complex romantic journey. “It just feels like time for a new beginning,” she added.

Though Daisy’s final episode will air on Friday, May 2, the emotional and narrative fallout from her departure is expected to ripple through upcoming episodes. Meanwhile, Christina Boyd is set to return later this year, likely continuing her campaign of chaos—especially with Jenny, who is still reeling from the betrayal.

Daisy’s departure marks the end of a significant era for Coronation Street. A character who stirred controversy, evoked empathy, and delivered countless memorable moments, Daisy leaves behind a legacy that will not soon be forgotten. Whether viewers loved her or loathed her, Charlotte Jordan’s portrayal ensured Daisy remained compelling until the very end.

As Weatherfield bids farewell to one of its most complex and charismatic residents, the cobbles feel just a little bit quieter—and perhaps a little less fiery—without Daisy Midgeley.