Coronation Street star Paddy Bever branded 'hottie' by co-star as he offers first update after soap exit confirmed

Coronation Street star Paddy Bever has got the support of his former castmates as he shared an update after it was confirmed he'd be leaving the cobbles behind.

The actor took over the role of David Platt's step-son Max Turner from Harry McDermott, who played the role from 2010 but left to continue with his acting studies and explore other opportunities, in a re-casting back in 2021.

But Max will soon be seen bowing out of Weatherfield in the Spring after Paddy made the 'difficult decision' to call time on his soap role after four years. The 22-year-old said in a statement to the Mirror: "After much reflection and in an incredibly difficult decision, I have chosen to step away from Max, and Coronation Street, to explore new opportunities.

"I have been surrounded by such kindness and support every step of the way." He continued: "It’s been a great privilege to contribute to the legacy of such a well-loved and iconic show. This chapter has been unforgettable and while I look forward to what lies ahead, I will treasure these memories."

The news came out while Paddy was enjoying a break away from the UK and over the weekend, he took to Instagram with some snaps from his sun-soaked trip. Captioning the post, he wrote: "f for friends, p for paradise, m for mosquito."

And the soap star's Corrie pals were quick to respond. Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt in the ITV soap, replied: "You’re so LUXURY." Abi Webster star Sally Carman-Duttine gushed: "H for hottie!" Betsy Swain star Sydney Martin commented: "oh you are glowing," while Dee-Dee Bailey actress Channique Sterling-Brown simply commented love heart eyes emojis.

Sally Ann Matthews, who is known for playing Weatherfield's Jenny Connor, also asked: "Have you had the best