Today Amanda Abbington issued a statement saying it is with deepest regret that she has left the show and that the decision did not come easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue .
The 49-year old Sherlock actress had previously been vocal in her opinions on transgender issues in the months leading up to her announcement as a contestant on the show
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