EASTENDERS' Davood Ghadami is the latest star to leave the BBC One soap, with Kush Kazemi set to get an "explosive" send-off.
The 38-year-old hunk joined the show in 2014 and has been a firm favourite among fans - and at the centre of some massive plots, including his younger brother Shakil's death.
The actor was axed after producers decided not to renew his contract in favour of a dramatic exit. A source explained: "Davood’s contract was up and bosses decided his storyline had run its course." They continued to The Mirror: "He’ll be missed but they’re making sure he goes out with a bang.
Sometimes the cost of having a big storyline means losing big characters." A rep for EastEnders confirmed Davood's departure.
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