EastEnders star Davood Ghadami is leaving the show, after six years of playing Kush Kazemi on the popular soap.
A spokesperson for the 38-year-old actor revealed Ghadami will depart the show next year after his contract comes to an end.
Speaking to Digital Spy, a representative for the show confirmed his departure, saying: "We can confirm Davood will be leaving EastEnders when his contract comes to an end next year.
"Davood has been a wonderful addition to EastEnders and we wish him all the best for the future."
Kate Oates, head of continuing drama at the BBC, added: "Davood is a fantastic actor and a hugely popular company member, so we will miss him hugely."
Ghadami joined EastEnders in 2014, when Kush was introduced as a new trader on the Bridge Street market and an old friend of Martin Fowler's.
Since his arrival, his much-loved character has been involved in several memorable and key storylines.
Ghadami's exit comes just weeks after actor Jake Wood also announced he was leaving the soap, after 15 years as Lothario Max Branning
