Sue Cleaver’s Bold Leap: From Coronation Street to a Fearless New Chapter
So, you might’ve heard that Sue Cleaver—yes, the woman we’ve loved as Eileen Grimshaw on Coronation Street —has officially left the cobbles behind after an incredible 25 years. That’s right, two and a half decades of making us laugh, cry, and care, and now she’s taking a powerful new direction. And honestly, it’s not just a career change—it’s a deeply personal, fearless reinvention.
Sue recently opened up about the “why” behind her exit, and it's not just about switching up roles. It’s about stepping outside her comfort zone, living life more fully, and putting herself first—something many of us can relate to but struggle to do. After her emotional farewell on the show—where her character Eileen moved to Thailand to reunite with her son Jason (with a brief return from Ryan Thomas for that beautiful send-off)—Sue is now embracing a totally different path.
What struck me most is how honest she’s been about her journey. She revealed that anxiety had followed her for years—something hidden behind the cameras and smiles. She said she spent so much time worrying about being anxious, thinking something was wrong with her. And that kind of vulnerability? That’s powerful. She’s come to learn that anxiety isn’t something you have to battle head-on; sometimes it’s just a thought passing through. That shift in perspective has been life-changing for her.
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Then there’s her long-standing health challenge: Type 2 diabetes. She was diagnosed nearly 30 years ago. In her words, “diabetes lives with me—I don’t live with it.” That’s a statement of strength if I’ve ever heard one. Thanks to technology like the Dexcom CGM, Sue says she’s been able to quiet the noise around daily decision-making and reclaim more peace. She even partnered with Dexcom to raise awareness during Diabetes Week, showing us that advocacy and authenticity can go hand in hand.
But perhaps the most inspiring part of her story is her refusal to slow down at 61. She’s joined the Loose Women panel, returned to her theatre roots with Sister Act , and will soon hit the stage in Snake in the Grass . And she’s written a book about living fearlessly—because for her, this next decade is about her . No more living for expectations. No more shrinking into the background. She said it best: “Society might want women of a certain age to shuffle off quietly… but I refuse to go.”
Sue Cleaver is proving that reinvention isn’t just possible—it’s powerful. And whether you’ve followed her on screen or not, there’s something deeply relatable about choosing yourself, facing your fears, and starting fresh, no matter where you are in life. Here's to fearless new chapters.
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