Express.co.uk that cast members and audiences have to “respect” it was Pauline Quirke’s “choice” not to be a part of the Birds Of A Feather Christmas special last year.The Loose Women star said it was her former co-star's decision to “focus on her academies”, after appearing in the show as Sharon Theodopolopodous since 1989.Linda, who plays Tracey Stubbs, shared that Pauline's exit was entirely her own, as she wanted to focus on other endeavours.She explained: “Obviously people miss Pauline, but we have to respect that it was her choice not to do it anymore. “She wants to concentrate on her academy,” Linda continued.However, the rest of the cast, including Lesley Joseph, who plays snooty neighbour Dorien Green, were more than happy to.
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