There is speculation that 'Coronation Street' star Katherine Kelly will quit the ITV soap at the end of next year.
Now magazine says Kelly's contract runs out at the end of 2011 and she is keen to pursue other roles.
She has played Becky McDonald since 2006.
A source said: "It came as a huge blow to everyone but, after nearly five years playing Becky, they understood her decision. She wants to go off and try other roles."
A 'Coronation Street' spokesman told Daily Star Sunday: "Katherine Kelly is committed to 'Coronation Street' to the end of 2011. It would be premature to discuss the departure of any actor when they still have almost 12 months to go on their contract."
