It has been confirmed that James Sutton, who plays Hollyoaks gay student John Paul McQueen will be leaving in September.
After getting engaged to Kieron Hobbs, John Paul sees Craig for the first time since they parted ways and the feelings come rushing back, leaving JP with a difficult decision to make.
Digital Spy reports that Sutton will film his final scenes in July ready for his on-screen departure in September right in time for Craig Dean’s return.
Speaking about James Sutton’s decision to leave, producer Bryan Kirkwood said:
His sensitive and honest portrayal of a young man coming to terms with his sexuality and dealing with the aftermath has captivated viewers and critics, won many awards and has been at the heart of Hollyoaks‘ recent success. James will, I’m sure, go on to great things.
As above, James Sutton will leave Hollyoaks in September to start on new projects.
For more on this breaking news, head to JPMQ.org, as I’m sure they’ll have something to say about the situation.
Okay, I’m gutted!
Hopefully he’ll be back on our screens soon
okay this is devostating!! hwy cant someone else go liek darren!!
noo dont go JP x
He’s my favorite McQueen but since I’m an American I’m still in October so I’ll have him for a little while at least.
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!james can’t leave hes the best character.what is he out of his mind.don’t let him goooooo.
NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! JP is gr8, he can’t go!
OMG!!!
Craig’s coming back
Kierons Off and Now JP!! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
I heard that he’ll be back in October which I hope is true.
[...] to business. As Barbara quite rightly pointed out, James Sutton will make a brief return to the Oakey set this week, reprising his role as John Paul [...]
Who cares? Hollyoaks is the greatest pile of wank ever!! I can’t bear watching it for even 30 seconds never mind 30 minutes.
A Look Back at “Hollyoaks”’ remarkable John Paul McQueen
Goodbye, JP