The Coronation Street fan community is in an uproar over the sad news that Michael Le Vell, the actor who played Kevin Webster, has passed away at the age of 60.

The news spread quickly on social media with condolences: “Very bad, very sad news – Kevin died today.”

Although there has been no official confirmation from ITV or his representatives, the wave of grief has spread across forums.

For many viewers, Kevin is not just a character, but the soul of Coronation Street for more than four decades.

Since 1983, Michael Le Vell has portrayed Kevin Webster – a simple car mechanic who always fights for family and love. This character has experienced enough tragedies: loss of a child, divorce, betrayal and rebirth. It is that simplicity and sincerity that makes Kevin a familiar face to millions of viewers.

If the rumors are true, Kevin’s death is not only a loss for the crew, but also closes a legendary chapter of Coronation Street – a show that has been associated with British life for more than 60 years.

Some fans think that this could be a “hidden spoiler” for the upcoming plot, where Kevin will pass away in the show. If true, Abi Webster – Kevin’s wife – will completely collapse, while his children Rosie and Jack will become the new emotional center. Kevin’s death can open up a series of tragedies: property disputes, investigation of the cause, and even secrets that Kevin has kept hidden for many years.

Weatherfield – Corrie’s familiar neighborhood – will certainly never be the same again.

Thousands of comments flooded social media: “Unbelievable!”, “Kevin is the heart of Corrie!”, “I hope it’s just a rumor!”. Although unconfirmed, the affection that audiences have for Michael Le Vell shows the huge influence he has on viewers.

Until ITV spoke up, fans still hoped this was just a misunderstanding — but worry and sympathy still covered the entire fan community.