Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi will reportedly leave the show later this year, with her character, Leyla Harding, being ‘killed-off’ the soap - and fans believe they know who will do the deed.
Ella Forster (played by Paula Lane) is at the top of the hit list. Ella had been previously revealed as a killer, having murdered her childhood friend, Joanne many years ago.
Viewers believe Ella could strike again, especially as she’s dating Leyla’s ex-husband, Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson). Currently, there’s chemistry between Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) and Liam, but fans think that if Leyla gets involved, Ella, who has also been dating Liam, could claim another victim.
The news of Roxy’s departure from the soap, where she’s been for 16 years, came over the weekend (Saturday 5 October). A source told The Sun, "Roxy has adored her time on the soap and has made so many happy memories since first joining.The cast have become like family to her and she has grown so much as an actress, but now feels like the perfect time to spread her wings and try something new. “She is really excited about her meaty exit storyline, which will see her character Leyla die on screen.
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