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Coronation Street star Luca Toolan’s new career after exit
Known for his role as school bully Mason Radcliffe, Luca’s character was killed off in a January storyline last year.
Now, the actor is making strides in his post-Corrie career with the launch of his own production company.
Corrie star Luca Toolan enjoying new career after exit
Speaking in a recent TikTok interview with Phil Roberts on Cheshire’s Mix 56, the 22-year-old said: “Life after Corrie, I’m not actually dead.
“Life continues, I’m making my own stuff now, I’ve got my own production company so that’s my passion is making projects.”
He continued: “It’s a dream come true, that’s the stuff that really excites me, having that creative licence and writing, directing, making, hearing stuff.
“Honestly, that’s the most fun stuff.”
Fans were quick to offer messages of encouragement in the comments section.
One wrote: “Good luck to you, I would love to see you in Corrie again.”
Another said: “Your doing really well, I hope you’re doing great @Lucaku.”
Mason was depicted as a relentless bully who nearly drove classmate Liam Connor to suicide in a devastating storyline.
In his final appearance on the soap, Mason was confronted by his brothers after they learned he had reported them for murder.
He was chased down and fatally stabbed with his own knife after a struggle involving Dylan.
Bleeding and disoriented, Mason collapsed in a playground and was discovered by Abi Webster, who desperately tried to keep him alive.
He died later in hospital.
Reflecting on his exit, Luca expressed both sadness and gratitude.
He said: “Of course when I first heard there was a mixture of emotions because I was sad that Mason was going to die and that means I would be leaving, but equally I was really excited and honoured to be part of this storyline because it’s an incredibly important issue that needs to be tackled.
“I feel so privileged to have had this opportunity to start my professional career at Coronation Street and what a great time I’ve had.”
Although his time on the cobbles has ended, Mr Toolan’s new path signals the beginning of an ambitious next chapter as he takes control of his own creative storytelling.
Who is your favourite character on Coronation Street? Let us know in the comments.
RAF Benson in South Oxfordshire has issued a ‘community information notice’ about the event coming up this Sunday, July 19, from 8pm to midnight on the airfield.
A pest control shoot is a wildlife management method where firearms, usually air rifles or shotguns, are used to cull animals like birds, including pigeons and magpies, and rabbits, squirrels and foxes.
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A statement from RAF Benson said: “This activity forms part of routine airfield wildlife and pest management measures to help maintain the safety of flying operations.
“Personnel will be operating within the airfield boundary during this period.
“Local residents may notice increased activity and intermittent noise associated with the operation.
“All activity will be conducted by trained personnel and in accordance with relevant safety procedures.
“We thank the local community for their understanding and continued support.”
Roger Longshaw, a member of The Oxfordshire Golf Club in Thame, will begin the challenge at 4.30am on Friday, July 17, playing through to 9.45pm.
Over the course of the day, he is expected to cover around 65 miles and climb the equivalent of 4,500ft.
The effort forms part of the club’s Captain’s Charity Day, organised by captain Chris Webb in support of the MND Association, in memory of his brother-in-law Dave, who died from the disease in 2022.
Mr Webb said: “Seeing what Dave and my sister went through was awful and I’m determined to do what I can to help others.”
Alongside the challenge, an 18-hole charity tournament will tee off at 9.30am.
Luke Robson, from the MND Association, said the event would make a real difference, adding that during the time it takes to complete the challenge, around six people in the UK will be diagnosed with MND.
“Thanks to the efforts of people like Roger, Chris and the players at The Oxfordshire Golf Club, we can help to fund more research which gets us closer to the development of potential new treatments for people with this devastating disease,” he added.
To support the fundraiser, email roger.longshaw@longshaws.com or visit mndassociation.org.
Award-winning pub The Dolphin in St Mary’s Street, Wallingford, has been named as a finalist in the Great British Pub Awards 2026.
The awards, described as ‘the Oscars of the pub industry’, highlight the very best boozers in Britain, and select their shortlist across 16 categories from an ‘incredible number of top-quality entries’.
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The Dolphin has been shortlisted as one of six pubs under the ‘best Greene King pub’ category.
Emma Cox, landlady, said: “To even be named as a finalist is something we’re genuinely speechless about.
“We pour everything we’ve got into this pub, and to have that recognised on a national stage is an incredible feeling.
“This is for our amazing team and every one of you who has supported us, filled the bar, cheered at the football, eaten with us, laughed with us, and made The Dolphin what it is.
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“Whatever happens next, we’ll be celebrating this one. Thank you for being part of our journey.”
It’s not the first time the Greene King pub has won recognition, after being crowned the brand’s Pub of the Year 2026 at the Night of Excellence Awards in April.
The pub has been proudly run by Ms Cox and her family for 23 years, is considered the heart of the community in town and was even recognised by King Charles when the landlady was invited to the Buckingham Palace Garden Party for her service to Wallingford.
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