Coronation Street actress Jane Danson, known for her role as Leanne Battersby, has addressed rumors of her departure from the long-running show. Dismissing the speculations as false and baseless, the 46-year-old star took to social media to express her frustration. Posting a screenshot of the fabricated reports, she emphasized that such claims were entirely fabricated and urged against spreading misinformation.
In a fiery response, Jane refuted the allegations of being fired and emphasized that if such a decision had been made, she would have been informed officially. Expressing her exasperation with the ongoing circulation of false stories about her, she called for an end to the spread of such misleading information, labeling it as “pathetic” and “damaging.” The actress also highlighted the negative impact of such rumors and urged people to be cautious about believing and sharing unverified content.
Jane’s Coronation Street co-star Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, shared his own experience of encountering false information online, showing solidarity with Jane. The official Coronation Street social media account also confirmed their efforts to have the fake posts removed.
Another co-star, Georgia Taylor, who portrays Toyah Battersby, voiced her support for Jane, echoing her sentiments. Corrie writer Jonathan Harvey also condemned the spread of false information, describing it as hurtful and unnecessary.
Having joined the soap in 1997, Jane has had intermittent breaks but has remained a significant part of the cast since her return in 2007. Reflecting on her long tenure on the show, she expressed gratitude for the support and camaraderie she has experienced with her colleagues over the years.
In her personal life, Jane is married to fellow soap actor Robert Beck, with whom she shares two children. The couple first crossed paths more than 25 years ago and tied the knot in 2005. Jane reminisced about their initial meeting at the British Soap Awards in 1999, revealing her long-standing admiration for her now-husband.
Jane’s on-screen character, Leanne Battersby, has been involved in various dramatic storylines, showcasing the actress’s versatility. Away from the fictional world of Coronation Street, Jane leads a more settled life with her family, cherishing the stability and fulfillment her role on the show has brought her.