It’s been another busy year in soapland, and as always, plenty of stars have departed - and joined our favourite shows.
Where ‘EastEnders’ and ‘Emmerdale’ are concerned, there have been a series of surprise, mysterious arrivals, but ‘Coronation Street’ and ‘Hollyoaks’ have also welcomed their fair share of newcomers.
2015 has also been the year of the TV comeback, as former regulars such as Kathy Beale, played by Gillian Taylforth, and Gemma Atkinson’s Carly Hope reappeared in our screens.
Finally, there were the celebrity cameos, some more successful than others. Sarah Harding, we’re looking at you.
Check out the most memorable soap arrivals and exits of 2015 here…
Soap Arrivals And Exits Of 2015
February(01 of04)
Open Image ModalRichard Blackwood Makes His Debut ('EastEnders')it wasn't just Kathy who appeared during the dramatic live week episodes, as the mysterious Vincent Hubbard turned up too.
March(02 of04)
Open Image ModalHelen Lederer Rejoins 'Hollyoaks'The actress reprised her tole as midwife Mariam for the huge baby swap storyline.
April(03 of04)
Open Image ModalDenise's Star Turn ('EastEnders')Denise's character Karin caused a stir and ruffled feathers when she arrived, and revealed her previous history with Max Branning. (credit:BBC Pictures)
December(04 of04)
Open Image ModalEastEnders' Surprise Christmas Death We'll be waving goodbye to one Walford favourite this festive season but bosses are remaining tight-lipped on who'll be killed off. Who will it be? Get your guesses in now... (credit:BBC Pictures)