Father Brown Fans In Disbelief As Sorcha Cusack Departs Beloved Show

The Irish actress played Mrs McCarthy for nine seasons before stepping back from the role

BBC confirms Cusack will not be returning for the new series

Fans of the popular BBC series "Father Brown" are reeling after it was confirmed that Irish actress Sorcha Cusack will not be returning for the upcoming season. Cusack played the role of Mrs McCarthy, Father Brown's church secretary at St Mary's, for nine seasons.

While the news of Cusack's departure is disappointing to many, there are believed to be valid reasons behind her decision. The BBC has declined to comment on the specific circumstances surrounding her exit, but it has been suggested that Cusack may have wanted to pursue other projects.

Whatever the reason, Cusack's departure is a significant loss for "Father Brown." Her character was a fan favorite, and her chemistry with Mark Williams, who plays Father Brown, was undeniable. It remains to be seen how the show will fill the void left by Cusack's absence, but fans can be sure that her character will be missed.