A Farewell Fans Knew Was Coming

It’s official: Bobby Brazier is leaving EastEnders, and he won’t be saying goodbye alone. The actor, who plays Freddie Slater, will exit the Square alongside Molly Rainford, whose character Anna Knight has been romantically linked to him on and off for months. The storyline sets up something Walford rarely grants its young couples — a happy ending.

Bobby acknowledged the uncertainty of acting life, saying:

“You never really know what’s next until you go for it.”

Rumours have circulated that he may pursue work abroad — including an unconfirmed claim that he could relocate to India following his time on Strictly and EastEnders. BBC bosses have wished both him and Rainford well.

Anna Makes a Huge Decision — and Freddie Doesn’t Hesitate

Next week, Anna reveals she is planning to go travelling. Freddie doesn’t think twice before offering to go with her. After heartbreak, setbacks, and moments of hesitation, the pair finally decide to commit to a new chapter.

The exact exit date has not been confirmed, but viewers can expect the couple to leave Walford in upcoming episodes — and it appears they will head into the sunset together.

It’s a refreshing change from tragedies often unfolding in Albert Square.

A Look Back at Their Storylines

The exit marks the end of two impactful eras on the soap.

🌟 Molly Rainford joined two years ago and went on to star in the award-winning Spiked episode, where Anna was drugged in a harrowing storyline. She later fell into a brief romance with Bobby Beale, adding more emotional layers to her time in Walford.

🔥 Freddie Slater has been at the heart of several powerful plots, including his ADHD diagnosis, which received praise for raising awareness. He also fiercely defended Stacey Slater when he attacked stalker Theo with an iron, stopping him from harming her further.

Both actors made a lasting impact and became fan favourites.

Walford Will Feel Different Without Them

Freddie and Anna’s exit will leave spaces in the Slater and Knight families, and fans are already reacting with a mix of sadness and relief that their goodbye isn’t another EastEnders tragedy.

If there is ever a time to cheer for a rare happy ending in Walford, this might be it.