EastEnders is set to say goodbye to an icon after 32 years, and the cast of the BBC soap have been paying tribute to the departing star.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DFfoWx4J8mI/ The cast of EastEnders have paid tribute to ‘icon’ Natalie Cassidy , following the announcement she is set to leave her role as Sonia Fowler nearly 32 years after her debut. The BBC announced news of Natalie’s shock departure with an accompanying statement from the actress, who said it was ‘time to move on to pastures new’.
Natalie first joined the soap as a child Sonia is currently at the centre of a huge storyline ‘I won’t be revealing the details relating to her exit, but I can say that she will take a central role in the 40th anniversary storylines in a week of truly unmissable drama that will change the lives of those in Walford forever. ‘I’d like to thank Natalie for her time at EastEnders, and I wish her all the best for the future.
Soaps Bianca Jackson Jacqueline Jossa Lauren Branning Natalie Cassidy Patsy Palmer Sonia Fowler
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
'Report immediately' EastEnders issues serious 'cast' warning to fansEastEnders bosses had an important message for fans of the BBC soap about online scammers.
Read more »
EastEnders legend teases return ahead of BBC One soap's 40th anniversaryGood Morning Britain spoke to one EastEnders legend on Tuesday's show as they grilled the soap star about a potential Albert Square return ahead of the show's 40th anniversary
Read more »
Inside BBC Call The Midwife Laura Main's life - from famous ex to surprise BBC roleActress Laura Main has been a mainstay on the BBC hit drama Call The Midwife since it first hit screens in 2012 playing nun-turned-mum Shelagh Turner in the period drama
Read more »
Alan Cumming and Natalie Cassidy Join 'Boarders' for Season 2The BBC has announced two high-profile cast additions for its popular comedy-drama 'Boarders'. Alan Cumming ('The Traitors US') and Natalie Cassidy ('EastEnders') will join the returning series for its second season, set to premiere on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer in February. The series follows five black scholarship students at the prestigious St. Gilbert's boarding school, where their scholarships appear more for public image than academic merit.
Read more »
BBC Faces Backlash Over Appointment of Hamas-Labeling SkepticThe BBC has appointed George Achi, a former Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) executive known for discouraging the use of the term 'terrorist' to describe Hamas, as Head of Editorial Quality and Compliance at the BBC World Service. This has sparked criticism from campaigners and Jewish groups, who accuse the BBC of 'doubling down' on its controversial stance and exhibiting editorial bias. Achi's past emails revealed his instructions to CBC staff to avoid labeling Hamas as terrorists, even though Canada officially classifies it as a terrorist entity. Critics argue this appointment fuels concerns about the BBC's willingness to accurately label Hamas.
Read more »
Eurovision 2025: All You Need To KnowThe 69th Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Basel, Switzerland in May 2025. Find out all the details about the dates, hosts, semi-final lineup, and more. The contest will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 2, and BBC Sounds.
Read more »