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Published 14:50 18 Dec 2025 GMT
Add us as a preferred source on Google »Waterloo Road star William Rush has died aged 31, his mum Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush has announced.
In a post shared on Instagram, she paid tribute to her late son.
“Our beautiful baby boy, William, passed away on 17th December. As a family, our hearts are completely broken, and there are no words that can truly capture the depth of our loss,” she wrote.
“Even in our darkest moment, William gave the most precious gift of all. Through being an organ donor, he has given hope and life to other families, thinking of others right to the very end. His kindness and love will forever be part of his legacy.
“We kindly ask that our privacy be respected as we navigate this unimaginable grief. William will always be loved, always missed, and forever in our hearts.”
William played Josh Stevenson in high school drama Waterloo Road from 2009 to 2014.
He also appeared in shows such as Vera, Shameless, and one episode of Coronation Street.
His mum, Debbie, plays Anna Windass in Coronation Street.
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