Coronation Street viewers feared it was an end of an era as Rita Sullivan announced she had quit The Kabin in tonight's episode.
The legendary character has been played by Barbara Knox on the Cobbles since 1972. Rita has had a strong association with The Kabin corner shop throughout her 51 year stint in Weatherfield.
However, Rita has been frustrated since the arrival of Brian Packham's Italian cousin, Isabella. She was angry after Brian turned up to work late after he was up late playing card games with Isabella.
