Call the Midwife: Teaser trailer for Season 13 ep 6 As per latest reports, Call the Midwife 's heartthrob actor Olly Rix is gearing up to exit for a new role in another popular medical drama. Aged 37, the actor has garnered quite the fan base through his compelling portrayal of Matthew Aylward, a staple character on the cherished show, over the last three years. However, it appears Saturday nights will now be graced by him joining Casualty's cast.
To prepare for his surgeon role in the BBC series, Rix has been seen evidently bulking up, as shown in his recent Instagram posts. A source told The Sun : "He has already got viewers' hot under the collar on Call the Midwife, but their pulses will be truly racing when they see Olly embrace the steamy new role. READ MORE Strictly's biggest controversies - from axed stars to Ofcom complaints Matthew Aylward, played by actor Olly Rix (Image: BBC/Neal Street Productions) "Although filming on the new series has been going on for weeks now, fans of Olly will have to wait until next year before they get the chance to see him on Casualty.
" In quest of additional insights and comments, the BBC and Ollie's representatives were approached by Express.co.uk.
Rix gained considerable attention during his stint as Matthew, the husband to nurse Trixie Frankie (portrayed by Helen George), on Call the Midwife. Both actors have gained attention for their seemingly close bond this year following the breakup with their real-life partners, according to re.
