Jonas Armstrong's Robin goodbye
Tuesday, 12 August 2008
'Robin Hood' star Jonas Armstrong has revealed he will be leaving the show at the end of the upcoming third series.
The 27-year-old actor - who has played the fictional legend in the BBC show since it started in 2006 - admits it is time to move on from the programme.
He said: "Playing Robin Hood has been one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Over the last three years I have met some wonderful people and have only amazing memories to take with me.
"I'm grateful to the fans for their support and to all the cast and crew for their friendship and loyalty throughout, but the time has come to take on new challenges and look at new opportunities."
The BBC confirmed that Jonas will be leaving in an "explosive, nailbiting finale" at the end of the 13-part third series, which is currently being filmed in Budapest.
Foz Allan, the executive producer of the show, added: "Jonas has been a superb Robin Hood who updated the legend for a contemporary audience, reinvigorating it for a whole new generation.
"We cannot confirm the series climax nor can we guarantee who will survive and who won't."
(C) BANG Media International
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