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It’s all over for Clare (Picture: Lime Pictures) Following the deaths of Peri Lomax (Ruby O’Donnell), Jez Blake (Jeremy Sheffield) and Grace Black (Tamara Wall), the impact of the Hollyoaks aftermath continues, sealing the end for another three cast members. The shake-up will see two huge stars depart the show as Clare Devine legend Gemma Bissix gets her comeuppance, while Rita Simons makes her exit as Marie Fielding, alongside son Arlo – and heads to Brookside Close. However, the good news for fans is that the deaths seem to be over for now, with the door left open for potential comebacks. In fact, both Gemma and Rita are not ruling out returns. While there’s no confirmation of another immediate stint for Clare, as revealed by Metro, Gemma reckons there’s unfinished business for her villainous alter ego – and she’s not wrong! Could she head back to deliver a vengeful blow to Froggy (John Middleton)? To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page Marie said her goodbyes as she swapped Hollyoaks for Brookside (Picture: Lime Pictures) Elsewhere, if we do see further Brookside crossovers (please, Channel 4), there’s every chance we might have a catch up with Marie too. Gemma explained: ‘Clare couldn’t stay in the village after killing her own sister – I never thought her grandad would be the one to shop her though! ‘These last six months working alongside my best friend Tamara Wall has been the best of my life so far. Clare will always find a way to wiggle out of it she always does – even death – but for now I will be leaving her red stiletto firmly in the Hollyoaks sign! ‘See you soon – Froggy will need putting straight eventually…’ Elsewhere, Rita added: ‘I’ve loved every second of playing Marie, from her questionable parenting choices to her excessive partying. Spending these last two years in Liverpool with the wonderful cast and crew of Hollyoaks has been full of love and support but sadly it’s time to move on. ‘I will miss everyone in the village, especially my boys, Rory [Douglas Speed], Tyler [Conti] and Dan [Hough]. ‘Also, I want to thank Hannah Cheers for giving me the most iconic exit – Brookside Close better watch out! You never know in the world of soap…’ Diane was also there for Marie after she nearly made the biggest mistake of her life (Picture: Lime Pictures) The episode also saw the departure of Arlo (Picture: Lime Pictures) A spiralling Marie came clean to Arlo about faking her pregnancy, but in a distressing turn of events, lied to Arlo that Cleo had agreed to give them her newborn baby. Outside of the hospital, believing it’s all above board, a waiting Arlo told Diane that they’re here to pick up Cleo’s baby. Meanwhile, sneaking in under the pseudonym of Sienna Blake, Marie found herself in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. On-the-run Clare caught Marie holding the newborn and advised her to take what is hers and don’t look back. Meanwhile, after a difficult birth and complications after, Cleo was recovering with Sienna by her side, but it was panic stations as the pair were told that somebody had snuck into the NICU using Sienna’s name. Swept away by a Corkhill no less! (Picture: Lime Pictures) Diane was shocked to find Marie holding the newborn baby, but a broken Marie was full of apologies as she returned the baby to the incubator. Diane supported her and led Marie and Arlo outside, where new neighbour, Brookside resident Billy Corkhill (John McArdle) was waiting to give them a lift to their new home. Marie admitted to Billy that she’s not pregnant, and her name is not Pauline, as she and Arlo embarked on their new life with a clean slate. Billy reassured her that they’ll fit right in on the Close, promising them both a bowl of Sheila’s scouse for when they arrive! And elsewhere, Clare stole Grace’s passport as she prepared to disappear for good, but grandad Froggy was one step ahead of her and stopped her in her tracks. As the police cars swarmed Clare, she issued a sinister warning to her grandad, she will get her revenge… We have no doubt that Froggy should be very afraid!
