Entertainment July 17, 2026 at 6:04 AM

Hollyoaks' new Leah actress reacts to fan backlash and defends changes to character

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EXCLUSIVE: Hollyoaks newcomer Charlotte Riley, who replaced original Leah Barnes actress Ela-May Demircan, has revealed the pressure of taking on the role amid backlash

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