BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025 Is Tony Clay leaving EastEnders? Callum's going to leave, fans fear Tony joined the soap in 2018 Callum Highway Tony Clay Share By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025 Fans of EastEnders are in a state of fear that actor Tony Clay could be leaving the soap following Callum’s affair with Johnny. This came as Phil rumbled the pair after catching them together in The Vic. Furious at Callum for betraying Ben, Phil lashed out, attacking them both. Back home, he laid into Callum in a more verbal fashion, threatening to tell Ben and Lexi about the affair. As Jay attempted to defuse the situation, an angry Phil told them he’d be seeking custody of Lexi, leaving the Mitchells more divided than ever. But what does this mean for Callum’s future? Phil caught Callum and Johnny together in The Vic (Credit: BBC) EastEnders fans fear soap is ‘gearing up’ to Callum exit In the wake of last night’s scenes, fans took to social media to share their thoughts. And, as one Reddit thread unpacked what had just happened, some viewers fretted that the soap might be about to get rid of Callum. “I still think there’s a possibility where this ends with Callum leaving. The repeated conversations about whether he’s Lexi’s dad or not, Phil threatening to get custody of Lexi, Ben’s upcoming brief appearance etc does make me think he could go,” wrote one fan. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers “Callum and Johnny leave together,” suggested another. A third agreed: “It feels like they’re gearing up towards a Callum/Johnny exit, especially with Phil threatening to take Lexi from him and Jay.” But is actor Tony Clay really leaving EastEnders? Callum regretted his affair with Johnny, but was unable to stay away (Credit: BBC) Is Tony Clay leaving EastEnders? All we know following affair reveal At present, there have been no reports that Tony Clay plans to leave EastEnders. Neither the BBC nor actor have commented on Callum’s future in Walford, meaning that he’s probably safe for now – unless a surprise exit looms. Furthermore, it was recently reported that star Max Bowden will briefly reprise his role as Ben, returning for a temporary stint on the soap. Does this mean that Ben will learn of his husband’s cheating? Might he break up with Callum before leaving again? Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns. Share Good to Know Share By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 17 2025
