by dutchman » Sun Jun 30, 2013 2:34 pm
Tina Hobley is to leave her role as Chrissie Williams in Holby City.
The actress will bow out of the long-running medical drama later this year to explore new roles.
Hobley said: "Being a part of the Holby family for the last 12 years has been an experience I will treasure forever but it's time to explore some new challenges.
"I have loved playing Chrissie Williams for the past 12 years but I'm also looking forward to getting my teeth in to some other characters and new roles."
Executive producer Oliver Kent added: "As Chrissie Williams, Tina Hobley has been a leading light at Holby City for over a decade and we will be very sorry to see her go.
"It has been a joy and privilege to work with her and she has been massively popular with the audience. We wish her all the very best for the future."
The 41-year-old admitted last year that she didn't expect to complete another decade on Holby City as she would like to try something new.
