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Call the Midwife legend surprises fans after landing new role on EastEnders

Leonie Elliott, known for her role as Nurse Lucille on BBC's *Call the Midwife* , appeared on *EastEnders*.
Elliott left *Call the Midwife* to prioritize her mental health after experiencing a miscarriage.
She played Charlott, an inquisitive journalist seeking an interview with Bianca Jackson, portrayed by Patsy Palmer.
Elliott expressed gratitude to fans, stating, "Thank you all for embracing Lucille..."
Fans expressed surprise at Elliott's new role after recognizing her from *Call the Midwife*.

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Call the Midwife legend surprises fans after landing new role on EastEnders

A BBC Call the Midwife star has landed a new role on the hugely popular soap opera EastEnders, leaving fans surprised.

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Call the Midwife fans delighted as beloved star makes EastEnders debut

Fans of BBC drama Call the Midwife have been reacting as one of the show’s former stars, Leonie Elliott, has made an appearance in EastEnders. Elliott played fan-favourite character Lucille on Call the Midwife from 2018, but left the show in 2023 and has not been seen on our screens since. However, she has now returned to TV in EastEnders, playing an undercover journalist who has befriended Bianca in search of her next big story. Elliott posted …

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