EASTENDERS fans have spotted a huge ‘clue’ that another star is set to leave the show – after Stacey Slater exit was confirmed.
Soap legend , 37, , is leaving the BBC show later this year.
The actress will be off screens to focus on life and opportunities outside of, but bosses have promised that there is lots of
The star, who first joined the soap 21 years ago, has withhubby Matt Kay, a 5-year-old daughter named Dusty Violet, a 3-year-old son named Trilby Fox, and a baby daughter named Gipsy Olive, who was born in January, this year.
told the Sun: “It’s time for myself and Stacey to take a rest and who knows what Stacey will get up to in her time away? Knowing Stacey, it will never be boring.”;;
A soap insider said: “Lacey made the decision last year to take some time out from the show, she’s had a busy year both on and off screen, so it feels a good time to give Stacey a rest.
“Lacey loves, and it’s no secret how much EastEnders love Lacey, so it’s not a question of if she will be back, but when.”;;
But, now fans of the soap are worried that another huge character is also set to leave the square.
Earlier this year, viewers were left heart broken as they watched Phil Mitchell () go through a traumatic and
More recently, Phil was left feeling betrayed when Sharon (Letitia Dean) ().
And fans are now worried that the much loved actor is leaving the soap too or at least taking a break.
A viewer on has posted a poster of Steve that advertises his role in an upcoming Aladdin.
They captioned the image: “What does this mean for Phil in EastEnders this year?”;;
Fans of the show were quick to respond and one said: “I reckon Nigel probably dies around time.
“And Phil leaves shortly after to spend time with Louise in or something and is back in February like what usually happens most years.”;;
Another added: “Nigel dies at and Phil leaves to find Nigel’s family and tell them.”;;
“EastEnders is known for being very restrictive with what actors can do in their spare time.
“I remember saying part of her decision to leave was to explore new opportunities she couldn’t do whilst on the show, such as her singing career, stage shows, content that’s perhaps quite not safe for prewatershed viewing etc,”;; explained a third.
While another thought Phil might be going to see Ben and said: “He could be going to or at least a trip in America to see Ben with Callum and Lexi if they are going there too.”;;
“Means nothing, does panto every year. Phil will be off screen for about a couple months and back around the new year probably,”;; stated a fifth EastEnders fan.
Meanwhile, soap viewers are fearing the worst as rumours swirl of a massive cast shake-up – following Stacey Slater’s shock departure.
Viewers reckon a major clear-out is on the cards, and are convinced theBBCsoap is gearing up for a brutal mass cull that could changeforever.
EastEnders airs on BBC and .
