August 20th 2024.
After four years of portraying Felix on Hollyoaks, actor Richard Blackwood has revealed that he has officially left the popular Channel 4 soap. Fans may also recognize Blackwood from his previous role as Vincent on EastEnders. He first joined Hollyoaks in 2020 as Felix Westwood, but viewers haven't seen the character since February of this year.
Felix's departure from the village was aided by Mercedes McQueen, who helped him escape from the vengeful Warren Fox. Warren held Felix accountable for the death of Ella Richardson, who tragically passed away earlier this year in a collision involving one of the vehicles Felix was driving. This incident occurred as Felix was trying to scare Mercedes into revealing who she was cheating on him with, leading Warren to believe that Felix was responsible for Ella's death.
In a plot for revenge, Warren took Felix on a fishing trip with the intention of killing him and burying his body in a remote location. However, Felix managed to steal the gun and a scuffle ensued, resulting in Warren being shot in the shoulder. Before leaving the village, Felix warned Mercedes to be careful around Warren, emphasizing that he was dangerous and would never change. These words left Mercedes feeling uneasy as she watched her former love leave.
Felix was a beloved character on Hollyoaks, but unfortunately, Blackwood has confirmed that he has left the show. In an interview on the Rated 18 podcast, he explained that he didn't want to be tied down to one role for too long as it could limit his opportunities in the future. This news comes just weeks before a major change for Hollyoaks, as the show will be jumping forward in time.
The decision to adopt a new scheduling pattern was made after research showed that this was the best way to keep audiences engaged. However, this means that some major cast members will be leaving to make room for the changes. Fans were heartbroken by this news, and there have already been a few shocks regarding which characters will be exiting.
Stephanie Waring, who has played iconic character Cindy Cunningham for 28 years, has confirmed that her character will be one of those axed. This announcement left fans in shock. Matthew James Bailey, who portrays Ethan Williams, will also be leaving in the coming months. Beau Ramsey, Scott Drinkwell, and Norma Crow have already been written out, and Jamie Lomas, who plays Warren Fox, will depart soon as part of a major storyline.
In September, Hollyoaks will look very different without these beloved characters. But fans can rest assured that the soap will continue to deliver shocking storylines and keep them on the edge of their seats. If you want to stay up to date with all the latest soap spoilers, join Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community with over 10,000 fans. Simply click the link and join the chat, and don't forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a spoiler drop.
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