EastEnders fans are now asking one serious question. Why is Jamie Borthwick still on the show? The silence from the BBC has only made the situation messier. Keep scrolling to know more.
Jamie’s Suspension Sparks Big Questions At The BBC
Jamie Borthwick has played Jay Brown on the BBC soap for years, but now his future looks uncertain.
Things took a turn when MasterChef host John Torode was sacked. People are comparing both cases and not staying quiet.
One source said the difference is confusing. Why was one fired and the other allowed back on full pay? Some BBC insiders are baffled too. Disabled staff are now asking why slurs about them seem to be taken less seriously. And no one is offering a clear answer.
EastEnders: Jamie Speaks Out In Public Apology
Jamie tried to make things right last month. In a long public message, he apologised for what he said. “I was caught up in the moment,” he admitted. “But that is no excuse.” He called his actions wrong and embarrassing. And said the term he used does not reflect who he is.
He spoke kindly about his Strictly experience in Blackpool. He praised both the town and its people. But for some, it was not enough. Disability charity Scope said he should take time to understand how disabled people live.
Meanwhile, the BBC issued its statement. They said his words were entirely unacceptable. But they still have not answered why he was not fired. The silence is growing louder now. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, follow Soap Opera Daily.