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Kellie Bright Exits EastEnders After 13 Years, Return Possible

8/9/2026

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Kellie Bright will quit EastEnders after 13 years playing Linda Carter.
Bright said she made a tough decision a year ago but stayed for an exciting storyline.
Sources say the door is left open for Linda to return, making death unlikely.
Fans note she must appear until at least 1 January 2027.
Rumours claim Danny Dyer may briefly return to accompany Linda’s exit.

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Story summary

Kellie Bright will quit EastEnders after 13 years playing Linda Carter.
Bright said she made a tough decision a year ago but stayed for an exciting storyline.
Sources say the door is left open for Linda to return, making death unlikely.
Fans note she must appear until at least 1 January 2027.
Rumours claim Danny Dyer may briefly return to accompany Linda’s exit.