# Kellie Bright to exit EastEnders after 13 years

Actress Kellie Bright is leaving the BBC soap EastEnders after 13 years, where she has played Linda Carter. Her departure marks a significant cast change for the long-running show, as Linda is a central character in major storylines.

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### Entertainment
- [BBC Entertainment](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cre40875r9vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:53:54 GMT