EastEnders fans slam Johnny Carter’s ‘disappointing’ low-key exit as he leaves the Square in a taxi
The actor Ted Reilly left the square in the back of a black cab in very unmemorable exit
EASTENDERS viewers were left fuming yesterday as Johnny Carter left the soap with an incredibly low-key exit.
The character, played by Ted Reilly, left Walford after just one year in the back of a black cab – as he headed off to join a law firm.
Those watching at home felt rather let down by the departure, which was a far cry from some of the more dramatic exits over the years.
Taking to Twitter to express their disappointment, one person wrote: “Johnny getting a lame exit... again #EastEnders.”
While another commented: “I’m a little disappointed about Johnny’s exit. I thought he’d get a good exit, not just driving away and that’s it 😒 #Eastenders.”
And a third person remarked: “Johnny deserved better #EastEnders.”
The Sun previously revealed that Ted would be leaving the soap as his character heads to Manchester for a training contract.
Johnny broke the news to his family as his dad Mick finally returned to the Square after two weeks spent recovering from a gunshot wound received in the heist.
"I've got a training contract," Johnny told his parents to their shock.
Ted took over the role of Johnny in 2016 when writers decided to bring the character back after a 14 month absence.
Since returning he had a one night stand with Ben Mitchell, was shot by neighbour Ted before the ambulance taking him to hospital crashed leaving him fighting for his life.
There was speculation over Ted's future on the show when he signed up to appear in a play in January.
Actor Sam Strike originally played the high profile role before quitting in 2014 to move to Hollywood.
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