Birds of a Feather star Linda Robson has finally broken her silence on co-star Pauline Quirke’s departure.
Pauline was absent from last year’s Christmas special and 2019’s 30th anniversary special.
And there have been fierce rumours of a rift behind the scenes between the ladies, who have been friends for more than 50 years.
However, Linda has now broken her silence on the subject.
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Speaking to the Express, Linda revealed it was Pauline’s decision to leave Birds of a Feather.
She said cast members and the audience have to “respect” that it was Pauline’s “choice” to leave.
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Loose Women panelist Linda said that Pauline wanted to “focus” on her acting academies.
Obviously people miss Pauline, but we have to respect that it was her choice not to do it any more.
Pauline had played Sharon Theodopolopodous in the show since 1989.
Linda, who plays Tracey Stubbs, revealed: “”
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