September 16th 2024.
Hollyoaks has taken a big leap forward, jumping one year into the future. This exciting change has also brought about some major cast changes, with several characters leaving the show and some new faces joining the mix. If you haven't caught up on Monday's episode yet, beware of spoilers!
As the soap marks its brand new three-episode-a-week schedule, the anticipation for the time jump has been building. Fans have been eager to find out which characters will be staying and which ones will be saying goodbye. The episode that aired on Monday on Channel 4 gave us a glimpse into the future, showcasing all the changes that have taken place in the past twelve months. However, the impact of the previous stunt week still lingers, leaving a tragic mark on the Chester village.
So, let's take a look at all the confirmed cast changes as Hollyoaks starts a new chapter. As predicted, the McQueen clan has managed to stay together, with Mercedes, Cleo, Theresa, Prince, John Paul, Kathleen-Angel, and Myra-Pocahontas all still present. The Hutchinsons have also avoided losing any key characters, including Diane, who viewers were worried about. Tony, Ant, Dee, and Ro are also accounted for.
The Blakes, who were at the center of a controversial storyline last month, have also made it through the time jump. Sienna, Dilly Harcourt, Liberty Savage, and Jeremy will continue to be a part of the show, along with Maxine Minniver. Ethan Williams has also surprisingly survived the time jump, much to the delight of fans who were told earlier this year that the character would be leaving. However, the owner of The Loft is still expected to exit, leaving fans disappointed after his rekindled romance with Sienna.
But, it's not all bad news. Ste Hay, who was involved in a car explosion, has managed to survive with no major injuries and will continue to be a part of the show. Meanwhile, Sienna's character will also remain, while Ethan's exit has been confirmed. So, the Blakes will still be a part of the show, and so will Leela and Joel Dexter, Peri Lomax, Abe Fielding, Grace Black, Freddie, Robbie Rescoe, and Rex Gallagher. Dillon Ray is also still present. However, fans will be concerned about the absence of Lucas Hay during the first episode, but there seems to be more to his whereabouts than meets the eye.
Leah Barnes, who gave birth to Charlie's baby, has also made it through the time jump. However, it has been confirmed that she will soon be leaving the show. Misbah Maalik, Donny Clark, and his daughter Vicky are also sticking around. And, we have some good news for Jack Osborne's fans. He has managed to pull through after being injured in a motorbike crash and will remain on the show with his partner, Pearl Anderson. Pearl's granddaughter, Zoe, will also be a part of the show and is engaged to Prince, the twin brother of her former fiancé Hunter, who sadly passed away.
But, as expected, some characters have left the show, much to the disappointment of fans. James Nightingale, who was involved in a car explosion, has died. His death was confirmed in the time jump episode, and we saw Leah and Leela visit his grave to mark one year since his passing. Suzanne Ashworth, who also perished in the stunt week, was remembered by her loved ones in the episode as well.
Other characters who have left the village include Andre Clark, who is no longer living there, and Sally St Claire, who has been sent off to Alicante. And, unfortunately, Charlie Dean and Ethan and Leah, who are still present in the show, will also be leaving soon.
So, that's all the confirmed cast changes as Hollyoaks starts a new era. The show now airs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7am on Channel 4's streaming platform, and you can also catch the episodes on TV at 7pm on E4. If you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, don't hesitate to get in touch with us through email. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below, and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage.
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