Dan Stevens, the beloved actor who played Matthew Crawley on the hit series Downton Abbey, has finally revealed the reasons behind his departure from the show. Stevens, in an interview with The Telegraph, opened up about his decision to leave the critically acclaimed series and the impact it had on his career.

Stevens stated that his exit from Downton Abbey was indeed a difficult decision to make. He acknowledged that the show had become immensely popular, and he really enjoyed being a part of it.

However, after three successful seasons, he felt it was time for him to explore other opportunities and challenge himself as an actor.

The catalyst for his departure was a play he had been offered that required him to completely change his physical appearance. The role required him to lose a considerable amount of weight and shave his head, which was a drastic departure from his dapper Downton Abbey persona.

Stevens saw it as an opportunity to take on a different type of role and showcase his versatility as an actor.

Stevens admitted that the decision to leave did not come easily, especially since Downton Abbey had provided him with a great platform and a dedicated fan base. However, he felt the need to take risks and avoid being typecast as Matthew Crawley for the rest of his career. Stevens wanted to prove that he could play a wide range of characters and break free from the confines of a single role.

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