In response to Paul’s passing in yesterday night’s episode of Coronation Street, bereaved viewers have been sharing their thoughts, with many arguing that it ought to have been a stand-alone episode.
After months of deteriorating health, Paul ultimately passed away from his MND while surrounded by his family—well, the most of them. Billy was not present due to an unfortunate event when he misplaced his phone the previous evening.
Paul dies as Billy is missing
Stranded miles from the hospital, Billy raced to his husband’s side but was too late… not even getting to say goodbye as Paul died. It was a tragic end, and one which left viewers feeling desolate for Billy and Paul.
But, as the episode aired, one criticism prevailed. Should Paul’s death have stood alone, in a special episode devoted to his passing?
Coronation Street fans disappointed in lack of focus on Paul’s death
As the episode aired, fans took to social media to share their thoughts. And many were dismayed that, as Paul died, the rest of the episode carried on as normal.
“Feel like tonight’s episode should have been all about Paul, not Leanne or Cassie. touching and devastating scenes, but it still should have only focused on Paul, like when Sinead passed away,” wrote one fan.
feel like tonight's episode should have been all about Paul, not Leanne or Cassie. touching and devastating scenes, but it still should have only focused on Paul, like when Sinead passed away 💔 #corrie
— 🤍charlotte🤍 (@dearestpoet_) September 9, 2024
“I would have preferred an episode focused on Just Paul’s death and his family saying goodbye – the stuff surrounding it tonight was poor aswell compared to last weeks which didn’t help,” said another.
I’ll have to watch the episode again, but my initial reaction is they should’ve let Paul pass away during the dedicated episode a few weeks ago. #corrie
— The Talk of the Street (@corriepodcast) September 9, 2024
“As much as i appreciate the outstanding acting tonight i feel Paul and Billy deserved the whole episode to themselves,” agreed a third.
As much as i appreciate the outstanding acting tonight i feel Paul and Billy deserved the whole episode to themselves. #Corrie
— Nicola (@66_nicolax) September 9, 2024
“The last 30 minutes of #Corrie should of been all about Paul and his family ❤️ xx and not about Leanne, Ken, Swain and stupid other people,” another voice agreed.
The last 30 minutes of #Corrie should of been all about Paul and his family ❤️ xx and not about Leanne, Ken, Swain and stupid other people 🤔 xx
— (Miss) Bernice Tucker (@BernieTucker66) September 10, 2024
Did the presence of other storylines detract from Paul’s sad passing?
