Coronation Street's Katie McGlynn has left the cobbles after playing Sinead Tinker for seven years and has now shared a powerful photo on Instagram with her 246k followers.
The image shows the star with bright pink lipstick 'smeared' across her face – a well known way to illustrate the point she made on the social networking site.
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The caption reads, "ATTENTION 💋 this is a reminder for all you beautiful ladies to go for your smears!
"I know it’s not the most comfortable sitch to endure BUT five minutes of awkwardness (with a qualified nurse who’s seen it all before) could potentially save your life!! 💗#SmearCampaign #dontfearthesmear #cervicalcancer."
The highly emotive storyline in the iconic soap SAW Sinead lose her battle with cervical cancer, after thinking she'd beaten the devastating disease.
In a cruel twist, Sinead discovered a lump on her neck on her wedding day to Daniel Osbourne.
Her character's quirkiness will forever be missed by cast and viewers alike.
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Katie also posted another picture recently, saying goodbye to fellow co-stars and praising the show.
The caption read, "After nearly seven wonderful years playing Sinead Tinker, my time on the cobbles is coming to an end. "
"I feel so privileged and honoured to have been a part of @coronationstreet ❤️ I’ve honestly enjoyed every single second working alongside a BRILLIANT cast and crew who go above and beyond to make Corrie the amazing show that it is.
She added, "I’m going to miss everyone so much 💗"
The star then gave heartbroken fans an explanation for leaving the soap, "I’m sad to be leaving Sinead behind, but I felt the time was right for me to spread my wings and pursue other opportunities."
"As a team we felt Sinead’s ending on the show should highlight the importance of cervical cancer screenings - and that women NEED to go for their smear tests."
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"Also, to highlight the issues women face when affected by cancer in or around pregnancy @mummys.star 🌟💙 Everyone has been working so hard on this storyline and I just hope I do Sinead, the show and the thousands of women out their who have been in Sinead’s position, justice."
"Sinead Tinker might be leaving Coronation Street, but I’ll carry a piece of her quirkinesses with me forever ❤"
Excuse us while we reach for tissues...