Heartbreak for Ethan as Alicia Munroe Decides It’s Time to Leave Holby ED!
- by btv2025
- Posted on 15 June, 2025
Fans of Casualty were left heartbroken when beloved doctor Alicia Munroe (Chelsea Halfpenny) made the difficult decision that it was time for her to leave Holby City Hospital’s ED in an emotional farewell that aired in January 2019.
A Career Opportunity vs. Love!
Alicia had been offered a coveted paediatric fellowship in Manchester, a significant step forward in her medical career. While initially torn, especially as she was reconnecting with Ethan Hardy (George Rainsford) – and even discovered he was planning to propose – Alicia ultimately chose to prioritize her career.
Despite Ethan’s desperate attempts to make it work, even suggesting he might move with her, Alicia realised she needed to take this next step for herself. Her departure was a poignant moment, showcasing her growth and determination to pursue her professional ambitions, even if it meant leaving behind a significant chapter of her life and a potential future with Ethan.
Chelsea Halfpenny, who played Alicia, chose to leave the show to pursue other projects after four years in the role (including an initial guest stint). While her departure was sad for fans, it provided a strong and definitive conclusion to Alicia’s journey in Holby.
Fans of Casualty were left heartbroken when beloved doctor Alicia Munroe (Chelsea Halfpenny) made the difficult decision that it was time for her to leave Holby City Hospital’s ED in an emotional farewell that aired in January 2019. A Career Opportunity vs. Love! Alicia had been offered a coveted paediatric fellowship in Manchester, a significant…