Hollyoaks Star Gutted by Soap Exit After 3 Years

Nathaniel Dass has bid farewell to Hollyoaks after a three-year tenure playing Dillon Ray. He revealed his deep sadness at leaving the production and his colleagues, whom he considers family. Dass is eager to travel and portray new characters, though he hasn't ruled out returning to his Dillon Ray role. His exit occurred during Monday's (March 16) episode, where Dillon attempted to help his boyfriend, Lucas Hay, escape prison. Ultimately, Lucas decided to remain and serve his sentence, choosing to reconcile with his father. This led to an emotional farewell scene between the couple, with Dillon departing alone. Dass reflected on his time on the soap, noting its significant role in his personal growth from age 20 to 23. He cherished the new relationships and friendships formed during his time in Liverpool. Fans have expressed their upset on social media, praising Dass's performance and lamenting Dillon's departure. Meanwhile, another Hollyoaks star, Alex Fletcher, who plays Diane Hutchinson, is also set to leave after 16 years. Her character will face a storyline involving ovarian cancer, which Fletcher stated is close to her heart. Hollyoaks collaborated with Ovarian Cancer Action to ensure an accurate portrayal of the storyline, aiming to raise awareness of symptoms.