Chrissie Williams
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Chrissie Williams | |
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Holby City character | |
First appearance | "The Road Less Travelled" 5 June 2001 |
Last appearance | "Merry-Go-Round" 19 November 2013 |
Portrayed by | Tina Hobley |
In-universe information | |
Occupation |
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Family | Mark Williams (half-brother) Owen Davis (2004) (2012–14)Sacha Levy |
Children | Amanda Williams Daniel Levy-Williams Rachel Levy (step-daughter) Rebecca Levy (step-daughter) |
Christine "Chrissie" Williams (also Levy) is a fictional character from the BBC medical drama Holby City, played by Tina Hobley. She first appeared in the third series episode "The Road Less Travelled", broadcast on 5 June 2001. Hobley decided to leave Holby City and Chrissie's final appearance occurred in the sixteenth series episode "Merry-Go-Round", which was broadcast on 19 November 2013.
Development
Chrissie first appeared in the final episode of the
However, Chrissie's controlling manner causes "catty" arguments with fellow ward sister,
When Sacha Levy (Bob Barrett) discovers that his daughter Rachel Levy (Imogen Byron) is diagnosed with leukaemia, she needs a bone barrow transplant. Sacha wants his and Chrissie's son, Daniel Levy to get tested to see if he is a suitable donor match. Chrissie is reluctant and Sacha decides to carry out the test regardless of her decision.[3] Barrett told a What's on TV reporter that the story highlighted Chrissie and Sacha's incompatibilities. He noted that while Sacha really loves Chrissie "they are not soulmates", they disagree a lot and are "very different".[3] Chrissie's stance on Rachel's illness shows their differences because "to Sacha, family is family, no matter what". Sacha can only think of Rachel's wellbeing and wants to be a "good parent" to her. Barrett claimed that Sacha would give his life for his children and readily risks his marriage with Chrissie to save Rachel.[3]
Barrett noted that Chrissie's difference of opinion stems from Daniel being her biological child and Rachel is not. In addition the situation is "very hard for her" because of her past experiences losing a child.[3] Barrett added that the story would divide viewer opinion. He concluded that "all I can ask, as an actor, is that people see the reason why Sacha wants to get Daniel tested - that he's so desperate for Rachel to live that he thinks it's a risk worth taking."[3] Sacha discovers that Daniel has a heart condition which he conceals from Chrissie. He believes she will not go ahead with the procedure with the added risks. After the procedures are successful, Chrissie discovers the truth. Chrissie is shocked at Sacha's deception and it leaves their marriage ruined. Chrissie then decides to spend time in Australia with Mark.[4]
On 30 June 2013, it was announced that Hobley would be departing Holby City.[5] The actress commented "Being a part of the Holby family for the last 12 years has been an experience I will treasure forever but it's time to explore some new challenges. I have loved playing Chrissie Williams for the past 12 years but I'm also looking forward to getting my teeth in to some other characters and new roles."[5] Chrissie's on-screen exit was broadcast later that year.[5] Hobley revealed that she was happy with Chrissie's exit storyline. She praised the "amazing" writers for creating "a natural end, but a very positive one" for Chrissie.[6] Hobley had wanted Chrissie to receive a happy ending because she was "loved" by fans. She added that Holby City's production team had hired guest stars to aid Chrissie's departure.[6] Producers decided not kill the character off so Hobley could return. Hobley added that "it's every actor's dream for the producers not to kill off the character they've played for so long! They've kept the door open and also given Chrissie a great, positive exit."[6] Hobley filmed her final scenes as Chrissie in September 2013.[7]
Chrissie's final stories involved Michael Spence (Hari Dhillon) and guest character Eve Warburton (Bethan Rose Young).[8] Chrissie and Michael consider a romance following a kiss. Eve is admitted to the hospital after suffering acid burns to her face. Chrissie asks Michael to treat Eve's condition because it reminds her of Stuart's scalpel attack. Hospital politics prevent the best treatment for Eve which prompts Chrissie to leave the hospital to take on a Nursing consultant role elsewhere.[8]
Reception
Victoria Wilson from
References
- ^ Writer: Andrew Rattenbury; Director: Paul Wroblewski; Producer: Caroline Levy (5 June 2001). "The Road Less Travelled". Holby City. BBC. BBC One.
- ^ a b c d e f g Brand, Claire (29 September – 12 October 2001). "Tender loving care?". Inside Soap (189). (Attic Futura UK): 35.
- ^ Hearst Magazines UK). Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- Whattowatch.com. (Future plc). Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ Hearst Magazines UK). Retrieved 30 June 2013.
- ^ Hearst Magazines UK). Retrieved 30 April 2022.
- ^ "Tina Hobley tells Hello! why she is quitting Holby City". Hello!. 1 July 2013. Retrieved 3 May 2022.
- ^ Whattowatch.com. (Future plc). Retrieved 30 April 2022.
- ^ Wilson, Victoria; Reilly, Elaine (26 March – 1 April 2022). "Memorable moments". What's on TV (12). (Future plc): 15.
- Whattowatch.com. (Future plc). Retrieved 3 May 2022.