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EastEnders favourite to leave soap after four years as BBC release statement


The BBC have confirmed that a much-loved star of EastEnders will leave the soap later this year

Bobby is bidding farewell to his character Freddie (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)Reflecting on his rise to fame, the once-shy 22-year-old confessed that he hasn't always been comfortable with the limelight, particularly during his stint on Strictly Come Dancing, where he initially "wanted to get voted off." His soap alter-ego, Freddie, crept onto screens in an early storyline in EastEnders that involved a dramatic confrontation with Billy Mitchell, whom he mistakenly thought was his father, showcasing his ability to "blow us away" with his emotional depth. Bobby Brazier will be leaving the soap next year (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)His portrayal of Freddie's struggles with ADHD, especially in a scene where he confronts a former teacher about past school trauma, has been lauded by fans for its authenticity and emotional resonance.

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