The 50-year-old actress will step down from her role as Linda Carter after 13 years. Executive producer, Ben Wadey, said: "Kellie has been at the beating heart of EastEnders for the past 13 years. "Her characterisation of the fiercely lovable, protective, and brilliant Linda Carter has made her a favourite amongst the viewers and cemented her as a classic EastEnders icon. "Kellie has been involved in some of the show’s most explosive and iconic storylines, and everyone at EastEnders will miss Kellie and Linda dearly. What has been your favourite Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) moment from EastEnders?