Overview
- Clair Norris marked her final British Soap Awards with an Instagram post praising EastEnders for its “amazing journey” and celebrating the soap’s eight wins.
- Her departure closes the Taylor family chapter on Albert Square after Bernie’s mum Karen left in 2023 and brother Keanu was killed on Christmas Day.
- The BBC confirmed her exit will take place later this year as part of a wider cast overhaul led by new producer Ben Wadey.
- EastEnders is simultaneously reviving the Branning family with Jake Wood returning as Max Branning and Pierre Moullier recast as Oscar Branning.
- Norris thanked co-stars and fans for their support following May’s announcement and said she is proud to end her role with her head held high.