Why Stuart Martin Exited 'Miss Scarlet & the Duke'
PBS Masterpiece hit Miss Scarlet and the Duke – which is now titled Miss Scarlet – went through a big casting change ahead of season five. If you don’t know, the show is returning for season six tonight.
Fans were devastated to learn that Stuart Martin exited the series after portraying William “The Duke” Wellington for photo seasons. If you aren’t aware, Kate Phillips, who portrays Miss Scarlet, is still starring.
He released a statement explaining his decision.
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Stuart said in a statement, “It has been such an incredible joy to bring Duke to life through [series creator] Rachael [New]’s beautiful, brilliant writing, and to get to play him for the past four years. But it felt like the time was right for Scarlet to explore new stories and challenges for now, as the show continues to grow and evolve. I will miss working with my amazing partner in crime Kate and the rest of our brilliant family and team, but I’m excited to continue following Eliza and her escapades as a huge fan and newly enrolled Scarleteer!”
“I will miss working with my pal Stu every day, and know Eliza will miss her Duke, but I think the best is yet to come for her. I can’t wait for fans to see what we have in store for Season 5,” Kate added.
Find out which 2 stars have exited Miss Scarlet ahead of season six.
The new season debuts tonight on PBS Masterpiece.