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James Bye has shared an emotional tribute to his former co-star Davood Ghadami as his final EastEnders scenes aired on Monday night.
Davood, 38, played Kush Khazemi on the hit BBC soap for almost seven years before his character was killed off at the hands of Gray Atkins in a heart-stopping episode.
The hunk has formed a number of friendships through his work on the show, forming a special bond with James, 37, who plays Martin Fowler.
James and Davood have spent a lot of time on screen together, becoming best friends and even sharing son Arthur, who was conceived when Martin's ex-wife Stacey Slater had an affair with Kush.
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He has now taken to social media to express how much he will miss his pal, joking with his 126,000 Instagram followers: "The train never even touched him!!!"
James continued: "@therealdavood what do I say??? I think this picture sums us up perfectly! Consummate professionals at all times.
"No one makes me laugh this hard. My best mate, my brother. Often lover… Spending the last 6 and a bit years across the hall from you… watching…listening, but mainly watching…has been a pleasure!
"I've taught you everything I know and now it's time for you to fly my friend – not too far, obvs! @bbcholbycity would work nicely and I know you are going to continue to share your warm heart and 'unique charm' over there!
"I'm going to miss you mate. It's very rare we're serious with each other but it has to be said – you are insanely talented and working with you was an honour!! Love you… 'sometimes maaaaaaan'.
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"In the words of the late great Kush Kazemi 'You're the best mate I ever had!' MUSH forever!!!!," he added.
As referenced in James' heartfelt message, it was announced last week that Davood would be joining the cast of Holby City as consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Eli Ebrahimi after being axed from the soap.
Davood said of his new role: "I am absolutely thrilled to be joining such a brilliant show.
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"Holby City is renowned for its quality storytelling and I'm excited for the audience to meet Eli and watch the drama that unfolds on his arrival!"
Holby City's series producer Sean Gleeson added: "We're delighted that Davood has joined us.
"We are more than excited to welcome Davood from EastEnders to Holby and know that he is going to be a fantastic addition to our cast."
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