Hollyoaks’ Nathaniel Dass quits after ‘incredible’ three years on E4 soap
Hollyoaks star Nathaniel Dass has announced he has quit the show after three years in an emotional message, labelling his time on the show an 'incredible journey
Nathaniel shared an emotional message on his social media, labelling his time on the show an ‘incredible journey’(Image: nathaniel.dass/Instagram)
A Hollyoaks star has quit the show. Nathaniel Dass, who plays character Dillon Ray, has announced he has quit the show after three years. Nathaniel shared an emotional message on his social media, labelling his time on the show an ‘incredible journey’.
During Monday’s (March 16) episode of the E4 soap, Nathaniel’s character said goodbye to his on-off boyfriend Lucas Hay (Oscar Curtis) to begin a new life in Canada. Now, he has confirmed those were his final scenes and revealed he has officially exited the show.
Sharing an array of phots from his time on the show, Nathaniel wrote: “Dear Hollyoaks, Thank you for the last 3 years. Which has meant many laughs, tears, cuts and bruises (thanks to our makeup team). It has been an incredible journey and one I will take with me forever.”
Hollyoaks star Nathaniel Dass, who plays character Dillon Ray, has announced he has quit the show(Image: nathaniel.dass/Instagram)
Lucas and Dillon’s romance captivated fans of the show for the past three years(Image: nathaniel.dass/Instagram)
The emotional post continued: “There are far too many people to thank for being part of the best few years of my life so to all of you, you are incredible and thank you for making it so special. Also a huge thank you to everyone who has watched and loved this character, your support has meant the world.”
He finished off with: “A big goodbye to Dillon Ray, what an honour it’s been.” Nathaniel will be clearly missed by his co-stars who rushed to send their goodbyes in the comments section. Nathaniel’s on-screen ex-boyfriend Lucas, played by Oscar Curtis, wrote: “3 years flew by like nothing. Better see you on the silver screen soon”.
Anya Lawrence, who plays Vicky, added: “Miss you girly pop”. Nathaniel’s real-life girlfriend Ruby O’Donnell also showed her support and said she was ‘proud’ of him.
In emotional scenes, the popular couple, known to fans as HayRay, shared a goodbye kiss leaving viewers gutted(Image: nathaniel.dass/Instagram)
Lucas and Dillon’s romance captivated fans of the show for the past three years but the pair endured a serious amount of heartache, from cheating scandals to Luca’s brain tumour battle and Dillon being exploited by a criminal gang.
In Nathaniel’s final scenes, his character is seen trying to break Lucas out of prison as he is currently serving time for attacking dad Ste Hay (Kieron Richardson), who had embarked on a secret affair with Dillon.
After learning about his dad’s affair with his boyfriend, Lucas stalked Dillon and attacked Ste but time behind bars has made him reconsider his actions.
With Lucas set to be broken out of captivity with the help of James Nightingale (Greg Finnegan), he said goodbye to Vicky Grant (Anya Lawrence) and prepared to leave with his soulmate.
However, Ste’s partner Rex Gallagher (Jonny Labey) stuck his nose in and Lucas came to realise that estranged father was completely unaware of his breakout plot and, not wanting to leave things as they are with his dad, he decided that he would stay and serve his time, much to the devastation of Dillon.
In emotional scenes, the popular couple, known to fans as HayRay, shared a goodbye kiss leaving viewers gutted.