Debbie Rush's son William Rush dies aged 31
Former Coronation Street star Debbie Rush has been left devastated after her son, Waterloo Road actor William Rush, died aged 31.
Debbie Rush has been left devastated after her son died aged 31.
The former Coronation Street actress admitted her family's hearts are "completely broken" after Waterloo Road actor William Rush - who portrayed schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama, from 2009 to 2013 - passed away on Wednesday (17.12.25).
Debbie - who played Anna Windass in the ITV soap - wrote on Instagram: "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."
Brassic star Debbie revealed William became an organ donor in his "darkest moment", and insisted kindness "will forever be part of his legacy".
She added: "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.
#bekind"
Several of Debbie's former Corrie stars paid tribute to William following the tragic news.
Sally Dynevor commented: "Oh Debbie I’m so shocked to hear this news. Sending you so much love. What a beautiful boy he was"
Jack P. Shepherd wrote on Instagram: "Terrible to read that Debbie. Devastating news. thinking of you all xxx"
Catherine Tyldesley commented: "Oh love. I’m heartbroken for you all. I am so deeply sorry. I’m sending so much love and strength"
A number of Will's former Waterloo Road co-stars also paid tribute to the late actor.
Denise Welch wrote: "He was a joy. I'm so sorry Debbie"
Chelsee Healey wrote: "oh debbie my heart breaks for you all i’m so so sorry ! Rest in peace Will (sic)"
Hollyoaks star Jamie Lomas also remembered Will, writing: "My thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
"I have so many brilliant memories with Will. Devastated. Rest in peace mate"
William also starred in Shameless, Grange Hill, Vera and Casualty.
His cause of death has not been revealed.
