Former model Linda Lusardi has quit Emmerdale after just seven months.
Lusardi, who has played Carrie Nicholls in the ITV soap since February, has taken the decision to pursue other acting roles, despite producers extending her on-screen family by giving her a daughter, Lexi Nicholls (Sally Oliver).
Speaking to The Sun, Linda said: "I have had a wonderful time at Emmerdale. I would like to thank the Producers for the wonderful opportunity they gave me.
"I would also like to thank the cast for making me very welcome and whose hard work makes the show such a success.”
A source close to the actress commented: "It's not a row about money. She thinks it is time to move on."
Series producer Kathleen Beedles added: "We have got some fantastic storylines coming up involving Carrie in the coming months and wish Linda all the very best for the future."
