Casualty fans are gearing up for one of the show’s landmark episodes to be screened tonight – as we say farewell to iconic Duffy.
Cathy Shipton has played Duffy since the very first episode back in September 1986 and although she took a number of breaks during the 33 years – her character has always held huge fondness with viewers.
Duffy has had a number of storylines over the years, one of her first was a harrowing rape attack in the first series. Cathy also lead a memorable special ‘one shot’ episode back in 2017.
But it has been her relationship with Charlie Fairhead – ‘Chuffy’ – that has been built up over the years and created the ultimate love story. But following her diagnosis of early onset dementia, we’ve seen a tragic twist to their story and her final episode is set to be filled with emotion.
It truly is the end of an era.
We’re going to miss Duffy so much! 😭 @cathship27 #GoodbyeDuffy #Duffxit #Casualty #EndOfAnEra
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