July 12th 2024.
A shocking departure is on the horizon in the world of Hollyoaks. Fans have been left reeling with the possibility that Iz Hesketh may be the next star to leave the beloved show. The 26-year-old actress joined the cast earlier this year as Kitty Draper, a character who has been through a tumultuous journey in recent weeks.
Kitty has been dealing with the aftermath of her father's death and her involvement in the accidental killing of her abusive conversion therapist, Declan Hawthorn. After being kidnapped and tied up by her father, Kitty was eventually rescued by her love interest, Beau. However, in the midst of their escape, Declan returned and a physical altercation ensued, resulting in his death.
Recently, Iz shared new headshots on her Instagram, which often happens when an actor leaves their current job. This has sparked speculation among fans about Kitty's fate on the show. One fan expressed their concern by saying, "Noooo, iz just put new headshots on her ig, does that mean kitty's leaving as well?" Another fan shared their sadness about the potential departure by saying, "I think so because Kitty does have to go to prison for what she did. It is a shame and seeing Beau tonight made me feel sad."
The Agency has reached out to Hollyoaks for comment on the matter. However, it seems that many characters will be leaving the village in the near future as part of the show's format change. With the news that Hollyoaks will be reducing its weekly episodes from five to three, several cast and crew members have already bid farewell to the show.
This format change is not just limited to a decrease in episodes, but also a time jump of one year. This means that after the jump, characters who have left the show will no longer be part of the village. Executive Producer Hannah Cheers shared that this decision was made in order to transition the stories and characters in a bold and daring way, which is a first for a UK soap.
The new three-episode format also allows for longer on-screen presence for characters and opens up endless possibilities for storytelling. Hollyoaks is now a streaming-first soap, which means they can move away from conventional structures and create compelling stories for their smart and dedicated viewers. Be the first to get the latest spoilers and updates on your favorite soaps by joining Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community with over 10,000 members. Simply click on the link and select "Join Chat" to become part of the community. Don't forget to turn on notifications for the latest content drops!
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