Tom Ward leaves Silent Witness A few months ago rumours swirled that one of the main characters of one of the BBC's biggest dramas was leaving. Strictly Come Dancing line-up 2020: Emilia Fox first star to sign up? Silent Witness 2020 start date and time: How many episodes? Richard Lintern left Silent Witness this evening after his character Dr Thomas Chamberlain was killed off. The actor said today in a statement: “After 11 series I have decided to leave Silent Witness. Last year it also looked like Thomas could be leaving the Lyell after he was offered another job, which he didn’t take in the end. The series left viewers in shell shock after one long-standing character left the Lyell permanently. There’s no reason why star Lintern left the show, however, the star has been part of the drama since 2014. Many thanks to all those who have been involved over the past decade, in particular the incredibly hard-working crews and production teams without whom the programme would be on the slab. Fans of Silent Witness were shocked after two major characters left the series. Home » TV & Movies » Silent Witness: Why did Richard Lintern leave Silent Witness? WARNING: This article contains major spoilers from the Silent Witness series 23 finale. BBC crime drama Silent Witness came to a close for another series this evening (Wednesday, February 5). Today, and after keeping my mouth shut for months, I can confirm the rumours are true. David Lynch and Criterion Releasing 51 Minutes of Lost Footage From ‘Blue Velvet’, 'Avengers: Endgame' Star Robert Downey Jr: Captain America Had to Forgive Iron Man 'For Not Forgiving Him'. While Carr has been cast as as forensic lab scientist Clarissa Mullery. How much do the Great British Bake Off judges and presenters get paid for doing the show? Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. His corpse was seen inside a body bag as the character was taken away by people in hazmat suits. He then clarified that he didn't mean the hotel, Read Joe Biden's historic victory speech in full as he pledges to unify USA, The President-elect clinched victory over Donald Trump after winning the key battleground of Pennsylvania on Saturday - some four days after polls closed - pushing him over the 270 electoral college votes threshold, Tory U-turn on funding for poor children in school holidays after Rashford campaign, The Government initially refused to extend free schools meals over the Christmas break but have now reversed their decision after Marcus Rashford led a campaign to provide children with free food, Joe Biden says it's 'time to heal' and vows to unite America during victory speech, Joe Biden will become the 46th President of the United States in January after beating incumbent Donald Trump in a bitterly-fought election held amid a global pandemic, Donald Trump will 'accept the results of a free and fair election', White House says, A White House official said Trump's administration is following all the protocols relating to government transitions. The BBC also announced today that Emilia Fox and David Caves will return for a new series of Silent Witness in 2014. Sign in to manage your newsletter preferences. Lintern played the pathologist for over 70 episodes but while starring in Silent Witness, he’s also featured in other projects. Save £5 on this three-in-one Blower, Vacuum and Shredder from Garden Gear! Fox is now the longest-serving member of the cast having been part of the show for 16 series.