Natalie Cassidy, best known for her iconic role as Sonia Fowler, is leaving EastEnders after 32 years. The actress announced her departure in a heartfelt statement ahead of the show's 40th anniversary celebrations, expressing both sadness and excitement about her next chapter. Show bosses have confirmed her exit will be a central part of the highly-anticipated anniversary week, promising dramatic and impactful storylines.
EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy has announced her departure from the long-running soap opera, bidding farewell to her beloved character, Sonia Fowler , after 32 years. Cassidy, who has been a mainstay on the show since 1993, shared the news in a heartfelt statement ahead of EastEnders' highly anticipated 40th anniversary celebrations next month. Expressing a mix of sadness and excitement, Cassidy stated, 'I feel extremely sad to be writing this, but also very excited.
After another 11 solid years back on The Square, I have decided it's time to move on to pastures new. EastEnders is in my bones so I will never forget where I started my career and I will continue to love the show. Thank you to Chris Clenshaw for the opportunity to be such a big part of the 40th anniversary – it's an honour. See ya, Sonia, going but never forgotten.' While show bosses remain tight-lipped about the specifics of Sonia's exit, confirming that Cassidy will film her final scenes next month, they have hinted at a dramatic send-off befitting the show's milestone anniversary. Soap boss Chris Clenshaw acknowledged Cassidy's significant contributions to EastEnders, stating, 'Over the last 31 years in EastEnders, Natalie has been involved in some of the show's most iconic and explosive storylines. Her portrayal of Sonia has made her a firm fan favourite amongst the viewers. I won't be revealing the finite 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.
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