Very EMOTIONAL News!!! EastEnders star marks one year since show exit and fans still aren’t over it

EastEnders star Clair Norris has marked one year since her exit from the BBC soap and fans still aren’t over it.

The Bernie Taylor actress took to Instagram to share some throwback snaps of her first and last days on set.

‘This time last year…my last day filming EastEnders Vs my first day,’ she wrote in the caption.

‘It’s been a year today since I filmed my last scene as Bernie and hung up her purple coat. Where has that time gone?!’

Reflecting on her time on the show, she continued: ‘I still remember my first day very clearly. I was obviously nervous, excited, my brain questioning “is this even real”, and a lot of self doubt…had they picked the right girl?

‘However, I left with so much confidence and belief in myself and that’s what this job gave me in abundance. I am still forever grateful for having eight years on Enders. I learnt from the very best and it has given me a platform to keep inspiring & be inspired.

‘A trip down memory lane and what a whirlwind memory to have.’

Bernie was at the heart of Albert Square from 2017 until her exit in 2025. During that time, she had some major storylines, including a teen pregnancy, miscarriage and being a surrogate.

One of her final storylines saw her lose brother Keanu Taylor after he was murdered by Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) on Christmas Day in 2023. Bernie later found out the truth about his death and blackmailed The Six with her knowledge.

In 2025, Bernie was listed as the trustee to Nish Panesar’s businesses after his death, and she wasted no time in stealing a significant sum of the money, before leaving the Square to reunite with her family.

Fans still fondly remember Bernie, and took to the comments of Clair’s post to share how missed she is.

‘We miss you on the show,’ one said, while another added: ‘We love and miss Bernie!’

‘Proud of your journey and all the storylines you tackled,’ a third said.

Her former co-stars were also quick to share the love, with Lorraine Stanley, who played Bernie’s on-screen mum Karen Taylor, writing a sweet message.

‘So many good memories made with you,’ she said.

‘Bernie is a such a wonderful character & I’m glad I got to play your Mum. We really did have the best time! And laughed so much,’ she continued, signing off: ‘Bug hugs Xxxx Mummy T.’