Olly Rix, who recently joined Casualty as Clinical Lead Flynn Byron, has indeed spoken out about his status on the show, providing reassuring news for fans of his character amidst a period of significant change for the BBC medical drama.

Here’s what Olly Rix has said about his Casualty status:

Olly Rix Confirms His Character “Isn’t Going Anywhere”

In an interview with HELLO!, Olly Rix revealed that his character, Flynn Byron, is set to be a long-term fixture in the Holby ED.

• Long-Term Filming: Rix stated, “We’ve been filming for a year, and you’ve only had ten episodes. We have 40 something in the bank now. So, Flynn’s not going anywhere.” This is excellent news for fans, as it confirms that viewers will be seeing much more of Flynn on screen.
• Central to New Era: He also highlighted his involvement in the show’s future, particularly as Casualty approaches its 40th anniversary and prepares for its fictional location shift to Wales. Rix mentioned that his coming on board was “a big part of that, and something that I’m going to be heavily involved in and I’m excited about that.”
• “All-Consuming” Role: Rix described his role as “all-consuming” and “overwhelmingly busy,” indicating a deep commitment to the character and the show. He’s undergone significant training, including with ex-Special Forces operators, to prepare for Flynn’s background as a former Special Forces medic.

Context of His Comments:

It’s worth noting that these comments about Casualty come in the wake of his highly publicized and somewhat contentious departure from Call the Midwife. Rix has been vocal about his negative experience with how his character, Matthew Aylward, was written out of Call the Midwife, stating he “didn’t like the way it ended” and felt he wasn’t “treated with much integrity or respect.”

His positive remarks about Casualty and his confirmed long-term status contrast sharply with his feelings about his previous role, indicating a more satisfying professional experience on the medical drama. He seems to be embracing the opportunity to be part of Casualty‘s new chapter as it undergoes its significant behind-the-scenes and in-universe changes.