EastEnders Spoilers: Jamie Borthwick Confirms Exit EastEnders Future | EastEnders Spoilers Next Week
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EastEnders fans will be disappointed to hear that Jamie Borthwick, who plays Jay Brown, is set to leave the soap opera. The actor has confirmed that he will be exiting the show to focus on his commitments to Strictly Come Dancing.
Borthwick, who has been a part of EastEnders since 2006, is one of the longest-serving cast members. Despite his busy schedule, he has managed to balance his commitments to the soap with his involvement in Strictly.
Borthwick has had to cut back on social events to accommodate his filming schedule for EastEnders. He has mentioned that he is managing his time carefully and prioritizing his commitments. The actor has even revealed that he was close to missing his niece’s first birthday due to his busy schedule.
Borthwick was first invited to participate in Strictly Come Dancing in 2018. After a positive experience on the Christmas special, he decided to join the main show. He has stated that he values working with good people more than the job itself.
Borthwick previously won the Strictly Christmas special with Nancy Xu and enjoyed the experience so much that joining the series was an easy decision for him. He is excited about learning new dances each week and getting feedback from the public. Borthwick also plans to seek advice from past Strictly stars to help him succeed in the competition.