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Alison O’Donnell is departing the BBC murder mystery drama "Shetland" after 13 years in the role of Tosh to pursue other acting opportunities.

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Who
Alison O’Donnell, Silverprint Pictures, BBC iPlayer, BBC One
What
Alison O’Donnell is departing the BBC murder mystery drama "Shetland" after 13 years in the role of Tosh to pursue other acting opportunities.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:02:18 GMT · 3h 27m ago
Where
Scotland ·
Why
Alison O'Donnell has decided to leave the show to explore other acting opportunities after portraying the character Tosh for 13 years.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The departure of a lead actor from a popular BBC drama series like 'Shetland' will lead to a change in the show's cast dynamic, potentially impacting its storytelling and viewership, particularly given its high ratings in Scotland.

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  1. Culture & Industry2h 49m ago
    Alison O'Donnell will leave the BBC drama Shetland after 13 years, with her final storyline airing later this year.
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  2. Culture & Industry2h 49m ago
    Alison O'Donnell, who plays Tosh in the BBC drama Shetland, is leaving the show after 13 years to explore other acting opportunities.
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  3. Currently Reading3h 27m ago
    Alison O’Donnell is departing the BBC murder mystery drama "Shetland" after 13 years in the role of Tosh to pursue other acting opportunities.
  4. Culture & Industry3h 27m ago
    Alison O’Donnell is leaving 'Shetland,' the BBC's murder mystery drama, after 13 years in the role of Tosh.
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