Katie McGlynn has waved goodbye to her role on Hollyoaks after just nine months.
The actress played the role of Becky Quentin on the Channel 4 soap and was involved in some huge storylines which centred around her belief in conspiracy theories including those surrounding 5G and the Covid-19 pandemic.
She is best known for her role as Sinead Tinker on ITV's Coronation Street and also previously played Scout on BBC's Waterloo Road.
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Taking to her Instagram, she shared the news that she was stepping back from the soap with her fans.
She said: "Becky Quentin, over and out! @HollyoaksOfficial
"It’s been an absolute pleasure playing Becky and getting my teeth into something so different and gritty!"
She added: "As an actor, to be able to portray someone that has so much likeness to extremely current global issues from conspiracy theories to anti-vaxxers, coronavirus and Sinophobia… I really hope the storyline has helped raise some important issues and helps people see how easy it is for someone to be sucked into this whole world of fake news and conspiracy!
"Thank you to the entire cast and crew for being so unbelievably amazing and welcoming me with open arms! I will miss you all, but other exciting opportunities beckon…"
Fans were quick to praise her as a brilliant actress and said that they would miss seeing her on screens, while they couldn't wait to see what she did next.
Rob said: "It says a lot about your versatility when the nation absolutely fell in love with Sinead and then absolutely despised Becky. Not many current actors can deliver that so I await whatever your next role is with baited breath, I’m sure you’ll absolutely smash that too."
Brooke said: "I’m so proud of you!!! You played Becky so well and can’t wait to see what you next, you're amazing."
Julio said: "I will miss you. The character was controversial but you did a great job. Best wishes for your next projects."
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