Why did Amanda leave Silent Witness?

Amanda Burton

Amanda first joined in 1996 but left during series eight, explaining at the time that it was "time to move on". There was also a suggestion that her subsequent role as Commander Clare Blake on ITV's The Commander was a driving force behind her move.

What year did Amanda Burton leave Silent Witness?

She played the role of Doctor Beth Glover in the medical drama series, based in Derbyshire's Peak District, for three series until her departure in 1995. In 1996 she then took the main role of Professor Sam Ryan in the highly acclaimed BBC drama Silent Witness; she held this role until 2004.

Why did Tom leave Silent Witness?

Tom is an exceptionally talented actor and he was excellent in Silent Witness but his departure provided the opportunity to reinvent or perhaps more accurately evolve the programme once more.

When did Richard Lintern leave Silent Witness?

Richard Lintern left Silent Witness in 2020 after his character Dr Thomas Chamberlain was killed off. The character met his demise in the Lyell after he was killed by a nerve gas which could breach charcoal respiratory suits.

Does Amanda Burton leave Silent Witness?

Amanda Burton starred as primary character Dr. Sam Ryan before leaving the show during the eighth series. Since her departure the series has featured an ensemble cast, which initially consisted of William Gaminara, Tom Ward and Emilia Fox, and later on David Caves, Liz Carr and Richard Lintern alongside Emilia Fox.

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How did Harry leave Silent Witness?

A potential relationship seemed to be on the cards when Harry's flat was accidentally destroyed in an explosion and he had to live with Nikki for a while. Sadly, fans' hopes were dashed in series 15 when Harry decided to move to New York after accepting a professorship in forensic pathology.

How did Sam leave Silent Witness?

In the show, her character, Sam, leaves at the end of episode one series eight, in which she decides to move back to her home in Ireland after her family member is implicated in a murder. From then on, current star Emilia Fox joined as Dr Nikki Alexander.

Is Tom Ward coming back to Silent Witness?

Silent Witness star Tom Ward has quit the show. His character Harry will depart the forensic crime drama following final two-parter 'And Then I Fell in Love', the BBC has confirmed.

Is Cara Jack's daughter in Silent Witness?

Cara Connelly is Jack Hodgson's niece in Silent Witness. She first appeared in 2021, in the episodes Bad Love and Brother's Keeper. Jack helped bring Cara and her estranged dad together.

What happened to Janet in Silent Witness?

Janet and Leo eventually move in together and talk of adopting a baby; however, Leo's continued grief over his family's deaths make him reluctant. He later admits that he never wanted to adopt a child and only agreed to it to make Janet happy.

Has Emilia Fox left Silent Witness?

Silent Witness star Emilia Fox has not left the hit BBC drama as Dr Nikki Alexander. The hugely popular star is very much still part of the series and continues to play forensic pathologist Nikki. Here are some more key questions answered as we enjoy Silent Witness season 25.

Who is the new girl in Silent Witness?

Simone Tyler - Genesis Lynea

Genesis Lynea completes the Lyell team as Simone Tyler, assisting Jack and Dr Nikki. The Silent Witness relative newcomer has featured in The Baby, Sky's fantasy drama A Discovery of Witches, and Shadow and Bone on Netflix.

Who replaced Leo Silent Witness?

He is succeeded in his role as head of the Lyell Centre by Thomas Chamberlain. He briefly appears in a flashback in part two of Awakening.

What is William Gaminara doing?

Actor William Gaminara, best known for playing Leo Dalton for more than a decade in Silent Witness, is currently starring in The Body of an American at the Gate Theatre, which runs until 8 February.

How long has Emilia Fox been in Silent Witness?

Since 2004, Emilia has played forensic pathologist Dr Nikki Alexander in Silent Witness and describes her character as the best friend she could ever have. The gritty crime drama is currently in its 25th series which has seen Nikki joining forces with the show's OG Professor Sam Ryan (Amanda Burton).

Who was the first female pathologist in Silent Witness?

Amanda first appeared in the lead role of pathologist Sam Ryan in 1996, starring in 54 episodes before leaving in 2004. She will join Emilia Fox, who has played Dr Nikki Alexander since series 8, in the six-part series.