BBC Eastenders Zack Morris lands huge movie role 10 days after quitting soap

BBC Eastenders Zack Morris lands huge movie role 10 days after quitting soap. (PA)
BBC Eastenders Zack Morris lands huge movie role 10 days after quitting soap. (PA)
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Eastenders star Zack Morris has announced he will star in a huge movie in the US after quitting the BBC soap.

The 23-year-old actor became a favourite among viewers after being involved in huge story lines since joining the square.

Zack announced his departure from the show last month.

He said: "Celebrating the end of an incredible era with some incredible people. You’ve all played a huge part in making me who I am today. The love will always run strong.

"Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. This is only the beginning… #GoodByeKeegs." Nifzaa said: "P.s. the only thing that would make up for my faves leaving is if they gave Keeg and Tiff a happy ending #Tiffgan.

Zack Morris announces new role after leaving Eastenders

The actor again took to Instagram to reveal he has landed a new job just 10 days after leaving the long-running soap.

Zach is flying to the US to star in thriller Jericho Ridge.

He said: "Onto my next adventure. Let's go! On route to the airport to start a new job just 10 days after leaving one.

He added: "This really is the stuff of dreams. I never in a million years expected this to happen! The hard work and overtime is really starting to pay off."

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