British actor Brian Conley has finally broken his silence and confirmed that he is leaving the popular BBC soap opera EastEnders. Conley, who has portrayed the beloved character Rocky Cotton for three years, took to social media to address his fans and discuss his decision to depart from the show.
A tough decision
In his Instagram post, Conley acknowledged the reports of his departure and revealed that it was not an easy choice to make. He expressed his gratitude towards the cast and crew, describing them as a "wonderful crowd in front of the camera and behind." The 62-year-old actor also shared that he had received the blessings from the BBC and is looking forward to what the future holds for him.
Excitement for Rocky's exit
Alongside his departure, Conley teased an exciting exit storyline for his character Rocky. Although he did not divulge any specific details, he assured fans that it would be worth the wait. Conley ended his message with a heartfelt statement, expressing his love for all the EastEnders fans.