
Rita Simons as Marie Fielding in Hollyoaks / Lime Pictures
Rita Simons has quit her role as Marie Fielding on Hollyoaks after two years.
The actress – formerly known for playing Roxy Mitchell in EastEnders – joined the Channel 4 soap in 2023 as the estranged mother of Abe (Tyler Conti) and Joel (Rory Douglas-Speed).
A source told The Sun: “Rita has absolutely loved every second of her time at Hollyoaks and it wasn’t an easy decision.
“She moved her entire life to Liverpool two years ago to throw herself into the show and it’s been a great adventure but the pull of home is just too much.
“London has been calling her and it’s proved difficult to balance a job she loves and her life in London.
“Bosses were really understanding and they’ve crafted her an incredible exit storyline so while she’s really sad to leave, she’s excited to play it out. And it’s Hollyoaks so no matter what happens the door is always open.”
Simons will film her final scenes this summer for broadcast this autumn.