Sammy T Dobson and Kirsty Mitchell have reportedly left their roles on the BBC medical drama Casualty, just as the show prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary. According to The Express, both actresses have already filmed their final scenes, and their characters, Nicole Piper and Faith Cadogan, will bow out during the upcoming milestone episodes.
Character Departures Confirmed
Sammy joined the cast as Nicole Piper in 2024, quickly becoming a fan favourite through her romance storyline with Ngozi Okoye, played by Adesuwa Oni. Their relationship faced turmoil when Ngozi relapsed into drinking, leading to her admission to rehab and subsequent move to Bournemouth, leaving Nicole heartbroken.
Kirsty's character, Faith Cadogan, arrived at Holby in 2019. Faith's marriage to paramedic Lev Malinovsky (Uriel Emil) collapsed after she discovered he was attracted to men. Following Lev's death in a train collision in 2021, Faith spiralled into drug addiction but eventually got clean and began a relationship with Iain Dean (Michael Stevenson). She now balances her role as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner with raising her children, Natalia, Ana, Luka, and baby Pearl, whom she shares with Iain.
A source told The Express: 'Sammy didn't come back after the Christmas break, and Kirsty is more recent, but they are both gone.'
Anniversary Special Details
Casualty has been off air for several weeks and will return in early September with two dramatic episodes marking its 40th anniversary. The episodes will centre on a major incident plunging Holby into chaos, with lives hanging in the balance and the ED team pushed to their limits. A large-scale rescue operation forces impossible life-or-death decisions, testing the courage and leadership of the hospital staff.
Dylan Keogh (William Beck) battles personal tragedy while leading his team, while Stevie Nash (Elinor Lawless) and Flynn Byron (Olly Rix) fight for survival in a race against time. The anniversary episodes also feature Melanie Hill, Barney Walsh, Neet Mohan, Charles Venn, Di Botcher, Anna Chell, Sarah Seggari, Michael Stevenson, Milo Clarke, Naomi Wakszlak, and Aron Julius.
Impact and Next Steps
Nicole and Faith's exits mark a significant shift in the show's lineup, as both characters have been central to recent storylines. Their departures will likely leave gaps in the ED team, and fans can expect emotional farewells during the anniversary special. Casualty returns to screens in September, and further casting announcements may follow as the show enters its fifth decade.
