Coronation Street fans can rejoice — Clare Sweeney isn’t going anywhere just yet. The beloved actress has officially confirmed that she’s signed on for another year as Cassie Plummer, the complex and compelling character who has stirred up plenty of drama on the cobbles since her explosive debut in 2023.
In a recent interview with Woman’s Weekly, Clare opened up about her journey with the ITV soap, sharing both personal insights and exciting news about Cassie’s future. “I felt honored and absolutely thrilled,” she said of extending her time on the show. “I just love the job and I’ve been very lucky with my storylines as well.”
Cassie’s introduction to Coronation Street was anything but subtle. Arriving as the long-lost, drug-addicted mother of Tyrone Dobbs and estranged daughter of the formidable Evelyn Plummer, Cassie immediately brought emotional chaos to Weatherfield. Viewers watched as she struggled to stay clean and rebuild her life — only to relapse and find herself at the center of a scandal involving beloved resident Ken Barlow. The revelation that she had been drugging and stealing from him while acting as his carer nearly tore her family apart.
But despite the setbacks, Cassie’s story is far from over. With Evelyn stepping in to prevent Tyrone from cutting ties completely, the door remains wide open for redemption, growth, and more drama — all of which Clare is eager to dive into. “From going in as the druggie doing heavy dramatic stuff with Maureen Lipman, then doing nice light comedy stuff with Simon Gregson and catty stuff with Kate Ford — it’s great,” she said. “Brilliantly written stuff.”
Sweeney’s enthusiasm for her work on Corrie is unmistakable, but she also spoke candidly about what the role has meant to her on a personal level. The former Brookside star admitted that she was going through a tough period in her career before landing the role of Cassie. “I think most women have a wobble when they turn 50,” she reflected. “You become a bit reflective. You look where you are. I’ve done brilliant things in my life and in my career, and I’m grateful and thankful.”
Landing Coronation Street at age 52 turned out to be a pivotal moment — one that brought new energy and appreciation for her craft. “At the time, I just thought, you know what? I’m still working. I’m still doing work that I love and I can never grumble,” she said.
Clare’s perspective now is one of gratitude and presence. “When I was younger, I wouldn’t think, ‘this is fabulous.’ It would be, ‘what’s next?’ But with Corrie, I’m so appreciating it and I’m staying in the moment.”
With another year of Coronation Street ahead, fans can expect more from Cassie — the good, the bad, and the beautifully flawed. Whether she’s finding redemption, facing new consequences, or simply trying to stay afloat, Clare Sweeney is ready to bring it all to life with heart, humor, and humanity.