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   Who is Derek Thompson?

   • Derek Thompson (born 4 April 1948) is an actor from Northern Ireland. He is known for playing Charlie Fairhead in the long-running BBC television medical drama series Casualty, playing the role since the series' inception in 1986, until his departure 38 years later in 2024, and his performance as Jeff in the gangster film The Long Good Friday.

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   Who is Derek Thompson on Casualty?

   • Derek Thompson Derek Thompson will be leaving the BBC drama Casualty after 37 years in the role of Charlie Fairhead. Appearing in nearly 900 episodes, Derek is Casualty’s longest-serving cast member and has played a central part in the show since it launched in 1986.

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   When will Derek Thompson leave Casualty?

   • Thompson's final scenes as Charlie Fairhead will air next year Derek Thompson is to leave BBC drama Casualty after 37 years in the role of Charlie Fairhead. He is the medical drama's longest-serving cast member and the only remaining character from the first episode in 1986.

   Derek Thompson: Casualty's Charlie Fairhead leaves after 37 years

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   Did Derek Thompson play Charlie Fairhead in 'Holby City'?

   • He also starred in another medical drama, Holby City, and police spin-off Holby Blue. The BBC said details of Thompson's final Casualty storyline will be revealed "in due course". Derek Thompson starred in nearly 900 episodes as Charlie Fairhead, a character inspired by a real nurse, Pete Salt.

   Casualty star Derek Thompson, who plays Charlie Fairhead, to leave TV

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   Is Derek a 'TV legend'?

   • Despite his remarkable tenure on Casualty, Derek remains humble about his legacy, dismissing the notion of being labelled a "TV legend." Instead, he views himself as a "long-distance runner – one that never gives up and just keeps on going…”. You can find this story in My Bookmarks.

   Why is Derek Thompson leaving Casualty as Charlie Fairhead?

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   What happened to Derek on 'the Walking Dead'?

   • As the only remaining original cast member since the show's inception in 1986, Derek's final scenes mark the end of an era for both the actor and the series. Reflecting on his departure, Derek admits to experiencing heightened emotions during filming, particularly as Charlie faces the consequences of a grave mistake.

   Why is Derek Thompson leaving Casualty as Charlie Fairhead?

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   Derek Thompson (born 4 April 1948) is an actor from Northern Ireland. He is known for playing Charlie Fairhead in the long-running BBC television medical drama series Casualty, playing the role since the series' inception in 1986, until his departure 38 years later in 2024, and his performance as Jeff in the gangster film The Long Good Friday.

3. www.bbc.co.uk › mediacentre › 2024Derek Thompson returns to his Belfast roots in second series ...

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   Mar 4, 2024 · Derek Thompson (Casualty, Harry’s Game, The Long Good Friday) makes a return to his hometown of Belfast to guest star as retired police officer Robin Graham in the second series of the hit BBC...

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6. www.bbc.co.uk › news › entertainment-arts-68586368Derek Thompson: Casualty's Charlie Fairhead exits after 38 ...

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   Mar 28, 2024 · Derek Thompson bowed out of BBC One drama Casualty on Saturday night after 38 years in the role of Charlie Fairhead. The Belfast-born actor, 75, is the medical drama's longest-serving cast...

7. www.bbc.co.uk › news › entertainment-arts-65754747Derek Thompson: Casualty's Charlie Fairhead leaves after 37 ...

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   May 30, 2023 · Derek Thompson is to leave BBC drama Casualty after 37 years in the role of Charlie Fairhead. He is the medical drama's longest-serving cast member and the only remaining character from the...

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9. www.bbc.com › mediacentre › bbcstudiosDerek Thompson to say goodbye to Casualty after 37 years ...

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   May 30, 2023 · Derek Thompson will be leaving the BBC drama Casualty after 37 years in the role of Charlie Fairhead. Appearing in nearly 900 episodes, Derek is Casualty’s longest-serving cast member and has ...

10. www.ok.co.uk › tv › derek-thompson-leaving-casualtyWhy is Derek Thompson leaving Casualty as Charlie Fairhead?

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    Mar 16, 2024 · After an impressive 38-year run as nurse Charlie Fairhead in Casualty, Derek Thompson, the show's longest-standing star, is preparing to bid a poignant farewell to the beloved medical drama.

11. news.sky.com › story › casualty-star-derek-thompsonCasualty star Derek Thompson, who plays Charlie Fairhead, to ...

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    May 30, 2023 · Derek Thompson is set to leave medical drama Casualty after 37 years of playing Charlie Fairhead. The 75-year-old actor featured in the first-ever episode in September 1986 and has remained faithful to the BBC show ever since.