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Soap Arrivals And Exits 2014: Who's Joined - And Left - ‘Coronation Street', ‘Hollyoaks', ‘EastEnders' And ‘Emmerdale'? (PICS)

The Best Soap Arrivals And Exits Of 2014
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It can be difficult to keep up with who’s who in Soapland, and the constant arrivals and departures don’t make it any easier.

In 2014, ‘EastEnders’, ‘Corrie’, ‘Hollyoaks’ and ‘Emmerdale’ have all welcomed newcomers, and also waved goodbye to some old favourites.

While many of these changes have given us some of the most memorable television moments of the year, there are certainly more than a few that we’d forgotten about.

The Carter clan have continued their bid to take over Albert Square and at the last count, there were at least 8 of them living in the Queen Vic.

Meanwhile, some characters, such as Verity Rushworth’s Donna Tate returned to our screens, only to leave months after.

Remind yourself of the most notable changes here...

Soap Arrivals And Exits Of 2014
Danny and Sam Lomax, Hollyoaks(01 of25)
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The Lomax family lost two people in a shocking car crash. (credit:Lime Pictures)
Erika Simmods, Emmerdale(02 of25)
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Claire King, who's best-known for her role as Kim Tate in 'Emmerdale' made her way to Weatherfield, playing Erika, in December.
Alya Nazir, Coronation Street(03 of25)
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'Corrie' bosses stunned everyone when they hired unknown actress Sair Khan to play Jimi Mistry's on-screen daughter.
Lucy Beale, EastEnders(04 of25)
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Lucy's death sent shockwaves through Walford and the killer still hasn't been caught.
Cilla Battersby, Coronation Street(05 of25)
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Wendi Peters made her much-awaited return to the cobbles in 2014, though it wasn't all fun and games for her character, who was hiding a rather emotional secret.
The McQueen Family, Hollyoaks(06 of25)
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Carmel McQueen died in the train crash this Autumn, though her departure was preceeded by the arrival of two new McQueen ladies. Mercedes, played by Jennifer Metcalfe, is also exiting the soap.
The Carter Family, EastEnders(07 of25)
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Since first appearing last Christmas, the Carter family have certainly made an impact in Walford. Since Mick and Linda first appeared, they've been joined by more of their children, and also their parents. Sadly, Stan, played by Timothy West, and Jonny, played by Sam Strike have announced plans to leave the soap.
Rob Donovan, Coronation Street(08 of25)
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Justice was served to Marcus Baylis's character when he was given a life sentence for murdering Tina McIntyre.
Big Bob, Hollyoaks(09 of25)
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Big Bob may not have spent long in the village, but he certainly made an impact when he staged a hostage situation at the hospital.
Roger and Pam Coker, EastEnders(10 of25)
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Albert Square welcomed the permanent undertaker and his wife over the summer.
Ruby Button, Hollyoaks(11 of25)
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Troublemaker ruby left 'Hollyoaks' back in April.
Jane Beale, EastEnders(12 of25)
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Jane reappeared shortly after Lucy's death and she has since reconciled and reunited with her former husband Ian.
Stacey Slater, EastEnders(13 of25)
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Stacey made a dramatic arrival back in Walford, during Janine's court case.
DC Summerhayes, EastEnders (14 of25)
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DC Summerhayes has been a vital part of the Lucy Beale murder investigation.
Kush, EastEnders(15 of25)
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Davood Ghadami caused quite a stir when he joined EastEnders as cheeky chap Kush.
Rachel Breckle, Emmerdale(16 of25)
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Charity Dingle paid Rachel to leave the village, much to Jai's annoyance.
Fraser Black, Hollyoaks(17 of25)
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Fraser's murder rocked the soap, and viewers were kept guessing when a 'Whodunnit' plot developed. The guilty Roscoe brother was revealed to fans with a Snapchat post.
Donna Yates, EastEnders(18 of25)
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Lisa Hammond joined the 'EastEnders' cast back in March.
Declan Macey, Emmerdale(19 of25)
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Declan was thought to have died shortly after he killed Robbie, but Charity found out the hard way that he was still alive when he reappeared and kidnapped her.
Yvonne Cotton, EastEnders(20 of25)
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The Cotton clan were finally complete when Pauline McLynn joined the cast.
The new Home Farm family, Emmerdale(21 of25)
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The Whites - and Robert Sugden! - may have only been in the village for a few weeks, but they're already causing quite a storm.
Bianca Butcher, EastEnders(22 of25)
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Our hearts broke a little bit when everyone's favourite loudmouth redhead waltzed off into the East London sunset. Altogether now for one last time... RICKAYYYYY!
Rainie Cross, EastEnders(23 of25)
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Tanya's troublesome sister returned with a pretty big secret.
Sarah Louise Platt, Coronation Street(24 of25)
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Technically, Tina O'Brien hasn't returned to the cobbles yet, though bosses have revealed that she's going to be back in early 2015.
Janine Butcher, EastEnders(25 of25)
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Janine dodged jail when she wrongfully found not guilty of murder, but this didn't stop her from leaving the Square for good.

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