Emily in Paris is officially back for a fifth season, but fans will notice that one star is missing from the cast: Camille Razat.

The French actress played Camille deLalisse, the on and off girlfriend of Gabriel, Emily's main love interest. At times, Camille served as a friend (or frenemy) to Emily. She also brought business to Emily's boss Sylvie Grateau with her family's champagne business. However, it was revealed ahead of season 5 that she wouldn't be returning to the series.

So, why did Camille Razat leave Emily in Paris? Here's everything you need to know.

Why did Camille Razat leave Emily in Paris?

Camille Razat was written out of the series following season 4.

Speaking to Deadline, the show's creator Darren Star explained, "I think her story kind of had a natural finish."

Camille’s journey wrapped up in season four when—after a heartbreaking false pregnancy with Gabriel, who she almost married—she chose to focus on starting a family.

In April, Razat shared on Instagram that Camille’s exit was planned, explaining she felt ready to move on from the Netflix series. The French actress also teased her upcoming projects and addressed whether Camille could return later in Emily’s story.

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"After an incredible journey, I’ve made the decision to step away from Emily in Paris," she wrote alongside a carousel of images from the show - the first of which included a one of her and Lily Collins (Emily) in character.

"It has been a truly wonderful experience, one filled with growth, creativity, and unforgettable memories. I’m deeply grateful to @starmandarren and the entire team at @netflix and @paramountpics for their trust and for giving me the opportunity to bring Camille to life and leaving the door open for her return, as she will always be a part of Emily In Paris world.

"This character has meant a lot to me, and I feel that her storyline has naturally come to an end. It felt like the right moment to explore new horizons."

On her new acting roles: "I’ve recently wrapped two series: Nero for Netflix and the Lost Station girls for Disney+. I’m also excited to share that I’ve launched my own production company, @tazar_production. We mainly produce music videos and short films for now, but we’re currently developing our first feature film, something I’m truly passionate about and excited to grow."

She ended the message by writing, "I leave the show with nothing but love and admiration for the cast, crew, and fans who have supported us along the way. Thank you for the beautiful ride."

Collins commented on the post, "Love you sister. It’s been a wild ride and an absolute pleasure. You’re a rockstar. So proud of you," alongside a love-heart emoji.

Emily is Paris season 5 is available to stream on Netflix.


From: Cosmopolitan UK