A popular Hollyoaks star is leaving the show after 13 years, as the cast undergoes changes.

For more than a decade, Ela-May has graced our screens as the beloved Leah in Hollyoaks. However, it seems her time on the show is coming to an end, as she reportedly prepares to say goodbye before the upcoming changes take effect next month.

As many fans already know, the Channel 4 soap will be reducing its weekly episodes from five to three in September. This change has also resulted in a number of characters being written out, with the news first breaking earlier this year. One of those characters is Cindy Cunningham, who has been portrayed by Stephanie Waring for almost thirty years. Her departure, which has yet to air, was a huge blow to fans. But unfortunately, she won't be the only one leaving.

In June, it was confirmed that Matthew James Bailey, who plays fan-favorite Ethan Williams, will also be bidding farewell to the show. And let's not forget about Warren Fox, portrayed by Jamie Lomas, who is also set to exit. Currently embroiled in a dangerous storyline involving a gangster, his departure will be facilitated by the ongoing plot.

We've already said goodbye to Ross Adams (Scott Drinkwell), Glynis Barber (Norma Crow), and Jon-Paul Bell (Beau Ramsey), whose final scenes have divided fans. And now, it seems Ela-May is the next to leave, according to reports from The Sun. After 13 years of playing Leah, daughter of mainstay Ste Hay, she is ready to move on to new roles.

Leah has been at the center of many important storylines, including one earlier this year where she was devastated by the death of her best friend Ella Richardson, who was tragically killed by Ste. A source close to Ela-May revealed that she has loved her time on the show, but is excited to explore new opportunities after playing Leah for so long.

The Agency has reached out to Hollyoaks for comment, but there is no official statement yet. However, with all the cast changes happening, the show will be taking a time-jump in September, setting events one year in the future.

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