Matthew James Morrison exits EastEnders after three years

Matthew James Morrison is set to leave EastEnders after three years, with his character Felix Baker's final scenes scheduled to air later this year. The decision to write out Felix was made by show executives, who expressed that while Morrison has been a great addition, it was time to say goodbye to the character. Fans have expressed disappointment over Felix's underutilization, particularly as he was the soap's first drag queen character, known as Tara Misu, and many believe he could have addressed significant LGBTQ+ issues in storylines. Morrison joined EastEnders in 2019, quickly becoming part of the Baker family but faced an abrupt decline in screen time after initial storylines. BBC representatives confirmed the news of his departure, wishing him all the best for the future. This exit comes amid a broader shift within the show, with multiple character departures coinciding with a change in the executive producer role.