Emmerdale star Natalie Ann Jamieson has opened up about recent changes to the ITV soap following her character’s heartbreaking departure. Jamieson bid farewell to the long-running series after her character, Amy Wyatt, tragically lost her life in a dramatic limousine accident. The crash, which also led to the deaths of Leyla Harding and Suzy Merton, left fans in shock as the storyline unfolded.
In the chilling episode, the limo veered off the road and plunged into an icy lake. Amy fought to escape but fell through the fragile ice. Though she was pulled from the water and rushed to the hospital, she ultimately succumbed to her injuries.Following her exit, Jamieson reflected on her time on the show and weighed in on upcoming scheduling changes.
It’s An Emotional Goodbye On Emmerdale
Earlier this year, ITV confirmed that both Emmerdale and Coronation Street will undergo a significant format change in 2026. The new schedule will see both soaps airing half-hour episodes five days a week, reducing their overall weekly runtime. Sharing her thoughts with The Mirror, Jamieson admitted she was puzzled by the decision to cut back on such popular programming.
“I don’t really get why something so successful is facing reductions, but at the same time, shorter episodes feel like a return to how things used to be. That’s what I remember from when I was younger—so in a way, it’s not really a cutback, just a shift back to tradition.”
Following her six-year stint as Amy, Jamieson took to Instagram to express her gratitude and reflect on her time in the soap.”Goodbye Amy 💔 What a ride it’s been! Playing this feisty Geordie has been the greatest adventure, and I couldn’t be prouder of the cast and crew who brought these final episodes to life.” She also thanked fans for their overwhelming support, writing:
“You’ve all been incredible! The messages, the love, and the support mean the world to me. I’ll cherish every moment I had on this show. Sending so much love to you all! 💕” As Emmerdale gears up for its new era, Jamieson’s departure marks the end of an unforgettable chapter—one that fans won’t soon forget. Did you like her? Tell us in the comments below. Also, keep coming back to Tv Season & Spoilers for all the latest Emmerdale updates like such.