BBC and other outlets report that actress Alison O’Donnell is leaving the long-running BBC crime drama Shetland after 13 years in the role of detective Tosh, also referred to as DS Alison “Tosh” McIntosh. O’Donnell, described as an original and long-standing cast member, has confirmed her departure and says she wants to pursue other acting opportunities. Coverage notes that she has played the character since the series began in 2013, making her one of the show’s best-known performers. Reports frame the exit as a major cast change for the programme, with several outlets also highlighting fan reaction, including disappointment at her departure. While the reporting broadly focuses on O’Donnell’s decision to step away and the length of her tenure, it does not include detailed information about the timing of her final episode or the specific on-screen storyline that will accompany her exit. The announcement is consistent across sources: O’Donnell is leaving Shetland after 13 years as Tosh to explore “new adventures” and other roles.
Alison O’Donnell to leave BBC’s Shetland after 13 years as Tosh
BBC and other outlets report that actress Alison O’Donnell is leaving the long-running BBC crime drama Shetland after 13 years in the role of detective Tosh, also referred to as DS Alison “Tosh” McInt...
- Alison O’Donnell is leaving the BBC crime drama Shetland after 13 years.
- She plays detective Tosh (DS Alison “Tosh” McIntosh).
- She has been in the role since the series began in 2013.
- O’Donnell says she is moving on to pursue other acting opportunities.
- The announcement prompts widely reported fan disappointment and concern about the show’s future.
'Aww what a shame. Won't be the same.'
2 months agoACTRESS Alison O’Donnell has said she is looking forward to “new adventures” after it was announced she is set to leave the crime drama Shetland after 13 years ...
2 months agoAlison O'Donnell, who has played DS Alison "Tosh" McIntosh since 2013, has announced her exit
2 months agoAlison O'Donnell, one of the original cast, says she wanted to explore other acting opportunities.
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