Sally Ann Matthews Says Goodbye to Weatherfield

After nearly four decades on and off the cobbles, Coronation Street legend Sally Ann Matthews has bid farewell to her role as Jenny Bradley. Fans watched this week as Jenny made a quiet but emotional exit, leaving Weatherfield behind for a new life in Spain.

Sally, who first joined the soap in 1986 at just 16 years old, admitted her long run was never the plan. “I was supposed to stay for five months but ended up doing an extra ten years because I loved it so much,” she wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post. “It’s time to play those parts I always hoped I would when I’d grown up.”

Life Behind the Rovers

During her time back on the Street, Jenny famously became landlady of the Rovers Return in 2018. Speaking on the Conversation Street podcast, Sally confessed the role wasn’t something she ever expected. “It wasn’t on my radar at all,” she said. But she quickly embraced running the legendary pub, managing the chaos that came with bar staff like Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan) and Glenda Shuttleworth (Jodie Prenger).

Why Jodie Prenger Is “Terrible”

Reflecting on her co-stars, Sally praised Jodie Prenger for her energy and charm, calling her “great fun” and the perfect fit for Corrie. But she couldn’t resist sharing one cheeky complaint. “She is terrible though, because she always brings in sweets!” Sally laughed, hinting that Jodie’s generosity made resisting temptation on set almost impossible.

Fans Divided on Jenny’s Exit

Some viewers felt Jenny’s departure was too understated for such a long-serving character. But Sally dismissed the criticism, insisting she loved the low-key approach. “I know people have said, ‘Oh, she should have had a bigger exit,’” she explained. “But I loved Jenny’s exit. And honestly, they don’t do exit stories anymore, unless you’re going to die.”

The End of an Era

Jenny Bradley’s final scenes mark the close of an important chapter for Coronation Street. While her departure wasn’t explosive, it was fittingly true to the character. For Sally Ann Matthews, it was a goodbye filled with gratitude, laughter, and one last playful jab at a co-star with a sweet tooth.