Michelle Collins, renowned for her role as Cindy Beale in EastEnders, joined Coronation Street in 2011 as Stella Price, the landlady of the Rovers Return. Her portrayal faced criticism, particularly regarding her Northern accent, which led to personal challenges during her tenure on the show.

In a 2011 interview, Collins revealed that the backlash over her accent made her consider resigning from Coronation Street. She felt the criticism was overwhelming and even contemplated leaving the show. However, support from senior figures encouraged her to persevere. citeturn0search1

Despite these challenges, Collins continued in her role until 2014, when she decided to leave the soap. She cited the demanding filming schedule, which left her feeling “like a zombie,” as a significant factor in her decision to depart. citeturn0search4

After exiting Coronation Street, Collins took on a role in the BBC medical drama Casualty, playing a love interest for the character Jeff. This move allowed her to spend more time with her family and pursue other acting opportunities. citeturn0search3

In retrospect, Collins acknowledged that the initial criticism of her accent was upsetting but emphasized that it takes time for audiences to adjust to new characters and actors in long-running soaps. citeturn0search5

As of now, there is no indication that her role in Coronation Street is at risk, as she concluded her time on the show over a decade ago.