Michael Stevenson, best known for his role as Iain Dean in BBC’s Casualty, could be facing a tragic exit from the medical drama.

Michael’s portrayal of Iain, a former military medic turned paramedic, has captivated audiences since he joined the cast in 2012 with a series of hard-hitting storylines.

However, fans are set to be disappointed with the festive episode of Casualty as it teases a tragic ending for Iain.

During his time on Casualty, the actor has tackled tough topics such as PTSD, depression, and mental health struggles. Besides his professional achievements, Michael is known for his commitment to family life and open discussions about personal challenges.

Acting Journey and Casualty

Michael Stevenson plays Iain Dean in Casualty (Image:

BBC / Alistair Heap)

Michael’s acting journey began with a guest role in Heartbeat in 2009, where he played Billy Garrett. Over the years, he honed his craft with appearances in various television series, including The Syndicate and Doctors, reports Wales Online.

His talent for portraying emotionally complex characters became evident early in his career, paving the way for his breakthrough role in Casualty.

Michael has become a beloved figure on BBC’s Casualty, holding the role of Iain Dean since 2012 and touching many with storylines surrounding trauma and redemption. Iain’s battles, including PTSD and a suicide attempt, struck a chord with the public, earning the actor considerable kudos for his authentic depiction.

Michael’s exit is teased in the trailer for the Christmas special after his character, Iain, has an accident in the ambulance.

Commenting on this possible end in an interview, Michael stated: “I am always worried they are going to do that. Ask any actor when they open the script, they look for that page, and they go, ‘Oh, no, I am safe.’”.

Family

Micheal is married to Lauren Crace. The pair have three children (Image:

Instagram)

Away from the camera, Michael leads a family-centred life, married to actress Lauren Crace, known as Danielle Jones in EastEnders, whose character’s life ended under Janine Butcher’s (Charlie Brooks) car. The pair married on May 29, 2016, and are raising three children together: their son Jack, who is 11 years old, and twin daughters Emmy and Isla, at 8 years old.

Michael has been bravely upfront about the intense difficulties he faced after his twin daughters were born, divulging how the event led him to develop PTSD. His openness about mental health issues is shining a light on how childbirth can also leave dads psychologically affected.

Speaking of his ordeal, he famously shared with The Mirror: “I probably had mild PTSD after my twins were born. That was a pretty traumatic time.”

Agonising over his children’s health, he remembered: “They thought they had malrotation, which can be really dangerous in the stomach. I remember phoning my dad, they hadn’t heard anything from us for a few days and were worried, and hearing his voice, it all came out and I wept.”

Michael hasn’t just raised awareness through his personal stories but also by acting out mental health battles on Casualty, making him a champion for increasing sensitivity towards such serious concerns. Whether it’s at home or against the backdrop of his high-pressure career, he’s always underlining how vital support from loved ones is.

Next Chapter

The anticipation for the Christmas special of ‘Casualty’, set to broadcast on Saturday, is palpable, with the episode description promising: “The festive special All I Want For Christmas is a format-breaking standalone episode that will bring home the ”true” meaning of Christmas.

“It’s Christmas Day in the ED, and the team is faced with an emergency blood shortage.” While Stevie (Elinor Lawless) battles to save lives, Iain risks his own to ensure the hospital doesn’t go without.”