Sean Wilson Steps Down from Coronation Street

ITV has confirmed that Sean Wilson will not return to his role as Martin Platt on "Coronation Street," despite earlier announcements. Wilson, who last appeared on the show six years ago, was scheduled to rejoin the cast in October as part of a storyline involving the departure of his character's ex-wife, Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth. Worth is set to leave the long-running soap after an impressive 50-year tenure. A spokesperson for ITV stated that Wilson has stepped down from filming due to personal reasons. Initially, it was reported that he would begin filming scenes on July 24, which would have featured a dramatic reunion with his on-screen son, David, portrayed by Jack P Shepherd. This storyline was expected to create tension within the Platt family as David grapples with his father's unexpected return. Wilson expressed excitement about contributing to Worth's exit storyline, likening his return to "slipping on an old and comfortable jumper." He reflected on the joy of playing Martin Platt over the years and anticipated that his character's return would complicate family dynamics. While the specifics of Worth's exit storyline remain undisclosed, ITV has promised a significant plot development for the Platt family. Wilson originally portrayed Martin for two decades, from 1985 to 2005, and made a brief return in 2018 before his character emigrated to New Zealand. A representative for Wilson has been approached for further comments.