EastEnders: Max joined 15 years ago (Image: BBC)
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The door is being left open for his character so he can return at any time.
However, Wood revealed he had no plans to return any time soon, but he had enjoyed his time on the soap.
No official reason has been given as to why the star is leaving, but it could be because he has spent so much time on the show.
At the time, he said he had made some great friends and he would miss everyone, and he was grateful the door had been left open.
Speaking to Express.co.uk, he said he was unable to official celebrate due to the current situation.