October 17th 2024.
Gregory Finnegan, a beloved actor, portrayed the charismatic James Nightingale on the popular show, Hollyoaks, for nearly a decade. However, fans were recently hit with devastating news as it was revealed that James may not have actually died in the tragic events of the show's stunt week.
In a recent episode, it was hinted that James may still be alive, much to the excitement of viewers. Sadly, Gregory has confirmed that this is not the case and that he was let go as part of the show's casting cuts. He expressed his disappointment, stating that he believed his character still had a lot to offer.
"I certainly didn't want to be killed off," Gregory shared in an interview. "It was just really sad because the Nightingale family was completely decimated and I was the last man standing."
The character's departure left fans heartbroken, especially since James' husband, Ste, miraculously survived the explosion and is now struggling to come to terms with his loss. In a surprising turn of events, Ste now believes that James is still alive and has been seeing him everywhere.
Many speculate that Ste's grief is causing him to imagine James, but a recent phone call from Rex Gallagher, who was with Ste during the blast, has left fans wondering if there is more to the story. Gregory has addressed this twist, confirming that his character is indeed not returning.
"As far as Ste is concerned, James Nightingale is dead and buried, so why tell him any different?" Gregory stated to an unknown caller.
Despite fans' hopes, it seems that James will not be making a comeback. Gregory confirmed this on his Instagram Stories, where he also revealed that he has written a book about his time on the show, including his unexpected exit.
"It did help me come to terms with the exit," he explained. "I'd written a large part of the book before I found out about this. I didn't really have an ending, but with the book, I was able to find some closure."
Hollyoaks continues to stream on Mondays to Wednesdays, with new episodes available on Channel 4's streaming platform or on E4 at 7pm. As always, the show's devoted fans can stay updated on all things Hollyoaks by leaving a comment below or visiting their homepage.
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