DANNY Walters has quit EastEnders after three years – and Keanu Taylor could be KILLED off.
The actor – who plays mechanic Keanu in the BBC soap – will bow our later this year as Keanu’s affair with Sharon is exposed with explosive consequences.
Viewers know Keanu is the biological father of Phil’s wife Sharon’s baby and his daughter Louise’s baby with Mel Owen blackmailing Sharon over it.
Bosses are staying tight lipped about what leads to Keanus departure from Walford – and whether he will survive – but with so many secrets and lies threatening to come out, its only a matter of time until they are exposed.
An insider told The Sun Online:Keanu should know that secrets never stay secret in Walford and hes been playing with fire for months.
“The truth is going to come out in spectacular fashion and bosses are promising that Keanus exit is going to be explosive
EastEnders boss Jon Sen also teased that Keanu’s goodbye will be devastating.
He told The Sun Online:Keanus story is set to come to a dramatic and blistering conclusion in the near future as one of best kept secrets on the Square is finally revealed with devastating consequences.”
Jon added: “Wed all like to thank Danny for his nuanced performance as Keanu Taylor over the last two and half years.
“What Danny has brought to his character has been one of the reasons the Sheanu affair has been such compulsive viewing for fans.
“Everyone at EastEnders wishes him well for the future.
Danny Walterssaid in a statement:It has been a joy to play Keanu Taylor for the last two and half years.
“I have been blessed to work with the most fantastic creative team and I will miss them and my fellow actors immensely.
“EastEnders will always hold a special place in my heart and I will continue to be an avid fan.
