A well-known actor from Hollyoaks has decided to leave the series. Nathaniel Dass, known for portraying Dillon Ray, made the announcement of his departure after a three-year stint on the show. In an emotional social media post, Nathaniel expressed gratitude for his time on the show, describing it as an extraordinary experience.

In a recent episode of the E4 soap, Nathaniel’s character bid farewell to his on-and-off boyfriend Lucas Hay (played by Oscar Curtis) to start a new chapter in Canada. Confirming that these were his final scenes, Nathaniel shared a collection of photos from his time on the show, thanking the Hollyoaks team and fans for their support.

The post continued with Nathaniel thanking everyone involved in making the past few years of his life so memorable. Co-stars and fans alike expressed their farewells and well wishes, with Lucas actor Oscar Curtis hoping to see Nathaniel on the big screen soon.

The romance between Lucas and Dillon on the show captivated viewers with its ups and downs, including cheating scandals and health battles. In his final scenes, Nathaniel’s character tried to orchestrate Lucas’s escape from prison, only for Lucas to decide to stay and face the consequences of his actions, much to Dillon’s dismay.

The emotional departure of the beloved characters left fans saddened, as they bid adieu to the popular couple known as HayRay. Viewers can catch Hollyoaks on E4 from Monday to Wednesday at 7pm, with first look episodes available on Channel 4 from 7am.

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