Nikki Sanderson Leaving Hollyoaks After 12 Years

Nikki Sanderson, known for her role as Maxine Minniver in the Channel 4 soap 'Hollyoaks,' is set to leave the show after 12 years. Having joined the cast in 2012, Nikki's character has been central to numerous significant storylines, including domestic abuse and Munchausen's syndrome. Despite having expressed ambitions for her character's future, Nikki decided to depart following her 40th birthday, aiming to explore new opportunities. Her final scenes are scheduled to be filmed soon and will air in May, with showrunners promising a dramatic and fitting exit for Maxine. Previously, Nikki had roles in other popular series such as 'Coronation Street' and 'Heartbeat,' and she received the Best Actress award at the Inside Soap Awards in 2014.