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Samantha Womack is leaving the show after playing Ronnie Mitchell for around a decade.
The 43-year-old actress will depart from "EastEnders" next year after being offered an exit storyline which she happily accepted, reported Digital Spy.
"We can confirm that Samantha Womack will be leaving 'EastEnders'. Samantha has created an iconic character in Ronnie Mitchell, having superbly played out many of EastEnders biggest moments.
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A source also revealed, "It was felt that with everything Ronnie has been through over the past 9 years it is now time to rest the character.
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