EastEnders is going to lose another familiar face soon. Micah Balfour, who plays Junior Knight, has already filmed his final scenes. His story in Walford was never easy, filled with messy choices and family drama that kept breaking apart. Viewers will finally see how it ends later this year. Keep scrolling to know more.
Junior’s Turbulent Time In Walford
Junior Knight walked into Albert Square in May 2024. However, it was not a simple journey for him. He arrived as George Knight’s son on the soap. Elsewhere, he only brought storm after arriving. But what caught everybody’s attention was when Junior’s affair with Cindy Beale was revealed. Everybody was shocked to learn about it, especially George Knight.
And after this, Junior was left all alone as his relationship with his father became strained. This storyline had broken the family apart. However, now, after 18 months playing Junior Micah, Balfour has wrapped up filming. We will get to see him for the final time before the year ends. Elsewhere, even the BBC confirmed his exit and also wished him the best. However, it is still unknown how the soap will show his departure, but if we have to guess, it won’t be a peaceful one.
What Lies Ahead For The Knight Family In EastEnders
Junior is not leaving the soap alone. The entire Knight family has been through a lot lately. However, even one more character from the family is all set to depart. And it’s none other than Molly Rainford who plays Anna Knight. Fans have had hints about her exit for months now. However, in the latest episode, they actually got their first real clue.
When she was talking to Elaine and Johnny Carter in The Queen Vic, she mentioned that she is counting down the days until she takes a trip to Oz. Fans then connected the dots as Australia’s trips in soaps do not go as planned. Will Anna find her way back to Walford one day?
Elsewhere, since Ben Wadey took over as an executive producer, a lot has been happening. And now that Anna and Junior are both leaving, a new chapter might come for George and Elaine. Micah Balfour brought so many layers to Junior’s character.
Will George finally forgive his son? And will Cindy face criticism once again for her part in all of this? Junior is leaving for now, but his story isn’t over. He may come back to Walford someday. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.