Throughout her storylines, Rosie has been involved in various conflicts, including a rivalry with younger sister Sophie and being kidnapped by John Stape (Graeme Hawley).

While some had speculated that she would quit the series due to panic attacks on set, Flanagan said it was purely her own decision to leave because she had played Rosie for more than half of her life and decided to pursue other projects.

[7] Speaking to the Sunday Mirror, Flanagan commented: "When I'm acting, I like things to feel real, and I didn't like Rosie's bitchiness.

With Sophie away on holiday with her sister, it seemed like the ideal time to bring Rosie back home with her for a visit.

[10] Flanagan left the show in April, indicating an interest in returning to the role at a future, unspecified date.

[11] In 2008, Flanagan expressed her dislike for her character's gothic attire in an interview with The Mirror, stating, "I am used to being a goth, having dressed as one for so long as Rosie.

Luckily, I do pretty well as Rosie – she's a glamorous girl, kind of a sassy secretary, so it's all pencil skirts, which I love, and a lot of low-cut tops.

She wants to be rich when she's older and aspires to be like Carla – gorgeous, sexy and wearing designer clothes," adding "It's not wholly about the money.

Rosie had fewer storylines until the breakdown of her parents' marriage following her father Kevin's affair with Natalie Horrocks (Denise Welch).

Rosie bought a sports car and shares of Underworld but, her ex-boyfriend Luke Strong (Craig Kelly) conned her out of most of the money.

When John refused to pay her, Rosie followed through on her threat, but ultimately failed and was forced to apologize and retract her statement to the police.

Rosie broke off her relationship with live-in boyfriend Jason Grimshaw (Ryan Thomas) and left the show for London.

Rosie reveals to Sally that she is no longer modelling, and she and Sophie join their stepfather Tim Metcalfe's (Joe Duttine) window-cleaning business.

In 2005, Rosie's gothic appearance caused controversy in real life, with Lancashire headteachers warning students against copying her style.

One teacher even stated that "if pupils are inspired to go gothic after watching Coronation Street, then they will be breaching school rules.

Jon Wise of The People described her as having transformed "from teenage Goth to saucy minx and superbitch"[19] Flanagan's portrayal of Rosie has garnered attention from the public and critics alike, with the actress receiving nominations for several awards.