EastEnders SPOILER: Charlie Winter set to leave Albert Square following explosive New Year's scenes which saw his character Hunter Owen murder his gangster stepfather
He's only been in Albert Square a year.
But Charlie Winter has been axed from EastEnders, and has already filmed his final scenes.
The actor, 22, who plays Hunter Owen in the long running soap was told his contract won't be renewed, despite an explosive 12 months in Walford.
Impact: Charlie Winter has been axed from EastEnders, and has already filmed his final scenes
A BBC spokesperson confirmed to MailOnline that Charlie is leaving and wished him all the best for the future.
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A source previously told the Daily Star Sunday: 'It's been decided that it's the end of the road for Hunter. Producers don't feel there is anywhere else for the character to go.'
'Bosses are staying tight-lipped on exactly how Hunter exits Walford, but after he shot Ray dead over New Year it promises to be dramatic.
Leaving: The actor, 22, who plays Hunter Owen in the long running soap was told his contract won't be renewed, despite an explosive 12 months in Walford
'Hunter will be on our screens for a while yet and there is still a lot more drama to come as he and his mum face the fallout from his actions.'
Despite a short time in EastEnders, Charlie has seen himself at the centre of some huge storylines, including the murder of his stepfather Ray Kelly.
In episodes aired over the new year, Hunter shot dead the gangster to save his mother, Mel Owen (Tamzin Outhwaite) from being strangled.
Hunter found out the man he idolised is actually a serial liar, with multiple lives.
As Mel executed her plan to oust bigamist Ray on their wedding day and have him arrested, Hunter was devastated to discover the truth about his step-father.
The student, who is known for losing his temper, ended up shooting him.
Dramatic end: On New Years day, Hunter found out his stepfather is actually a serial liar, with multiple lives
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