Craig Charles Reveals Why He Quit Corrie After Brother’s Tragic Death

Craig Charles, 61, is appearing on the all-star series I’m A Celebrity… South Africa. He has opened up about the personal reasons behind his departure from Coronation Street.

Jungle exit and family tragedy

Charles left the 2014 series of I’m A Celebrity early. His departure followed the sudden death of his brother, Dean.

At the time, Craig was 50 and his brother was 52. The loss prompted immediate reflection on his life and career.

Decision to leave Coronation Street

Craig had played Lloyd Mullaney on Coronation Street from 2005 until 2015. He said the events in the jungle made him reassess his priorities.

Citing a sense of being in a rut after ten years, he decided to seek new challenges. Craig Charles Reveals Why He Quit Corrie After Brother’s Tragic Death was a theme of his recent comments.

What he said about re-evaluating life

He asked whether he would be satisfied if the same had happened to him. He realised the answer was no.

That realisation led him to plan different projects outside the soap and pursue fresh experiences.

Legacy of Lloyd Mullaney

On the cobbles, Lloyd co-owned Street Cars with Steve McDonald. He was a well-liked taxi driver and a frequent romancer.

Lloyd’s story ended with a move to Jersey. The character left after agreeing to sell his share and start a life with Andrea.

The couple welcomed an off-screen daughter in 2016. Lloyd rang Steve to share the news.

Notable on-screen relationships

• Kelly Crabtree
• Cheryl Gray
• Andrea Beckett
• Teresa Bryant
• Liz McDonald

Current appearances and broadcasting

Charles now balances broadcasting with reality TV. He presents on BBC Radio 6 Music and appears on I’m A Celebrity… South Africa.

The spin-off cast includes Gemma Collins, Sir Mo Farah, Beverley Callard and Adam Thomas. Coronation Street airs weeknights at 8.30pm on ITV and ITVX.

Reporting for Filmogaz.com.