EastEnders fans are left gutted as Matthew James Morrison, aka Felix Baker, is set to quit the BBC soap after three years.
Matthew Morrison to Leave Walford
The actor, who stormed onto Albert Square in 2022 as part of the Baker-Taylor clan, is reportedly filming his farewell scenes soon. Felix, known for his alter ego drag queen Tara Misu, quickly became a fan favourite for bringing diversity and sparkle to the soap.
BBC Confirms Felix’s Exit
A BBC spokesperson said:
“We can confirm that Matthew will be leaving EastEnders later in the year. We wish him all the best for the future.”
Rumour has it soap chiefs decided the time had come to say goodbye to Felix. A source told The Sun:
“It’s never an easy decision for bosses when they have to make a character leave. Matthew’s been great, but they felt it was right to let Felix go.”
Fans Demand Felix Stays
Social media exploded as fans begged producers to change their minds. On X (formerly Twitter), viewers flooded the feed:
- “Nahhh he brought so many vibes!!”
- “Nooo! Keep him in!”
- “That’s such a shame. He was good when he was used and had good storylines.”
- “Still so much potential. Underused.”
Many praised Matthew’s charisma and the unique twist Felix brought to the square.
Felix: A Fan Favourite with Untapped Potential
Felix was more than just comic relief. His warm nature and witty persona added emotional depth, while Tara Misu provided bold diversity representation on primetime TV. Fans cling to hope of a surprising twist or a dramatic return down the line.
When to Catch EastEnders
EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One. Episodes are also available from 6am on BBC iPlayer.
