Hollyoaks star Emma Johnsey-Smith has addressed Dilly Harcourt's dramatic exit.
In shocking scenes that aired earlier this week, it was revealed that Jeremy Blake had murdered Dilly after Sienna told her the truth about her responsibility for Ethan's death.
Dilly told Jez about Sienna's confession, unaware that he already knew, and to keep her silent he took drastic steps by killing Dilly and putting her body in a picnic hamper. After Jez's confession, Sienna was then left with no choice but to help him dispose of the body.
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Taking to Instagram after the scenes aired, Emma posted a series of photos from her time on Hollyoaks while also sharing a heartfelt message for fans.
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"And that’s a wrap on Dilly," she wrote. "Woww, I am so grateful, what an adventure it has been. On and off screen, everyone on this show is truly THE best."
Emma said she was "sending lots of love" to co-stars Anna Passey (Sienna), Jessamy Stoddart (Liberty Savage), Jeremy Sheffield (Jez) and Sherrie Hewson (Martha Blake), adding that "everyday was such a joy" and she "couldn’t have asked to work with a better bunch of people".
"Thank you @hannahrcheers for all your support and @peterhuntcasting for giving me a chance and trusting me with this character," the star continued. "Also, thank you to everyone who has supported Dilly. She’s definitely had her moments but you’ve stuck by.
"To leave such a wonderful place and beautiful bunch of people wasn’t an easy decision and I will miss everyone beyond words.
"I was insanely rubbish at posting photos during my time on the show cause I’m a granny with social media BUTTT please enjoy some piccies of silly Dilly xx."
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Emma has since received a number of supportive messages from her co-stars in the comments, with Jessamy writing: "I miss you so very much You’re a joy and a real talent. Can’t wait to watch you soar xxx."
"Awww pod buddy you little ray of sunshine!! Take care babe! Xxx," added Nadine Mulkerrin (Cleo McQueen), while Garcia Brown (Zoe Anderson) wrote: "Absolute powerhouse of an actress."
Hollyoaks airs on Mondays-Wednesdays with its Channel 4 streaming premiere at 7am, then an E4 broadcast the same night at 7pm. Full episodes are also released on YouTube a week after their Channel 4 release.
Selected omnibus episodes are available via Prime Video.
