Pie in the Sky was a popular British television drama that aired from 1994 to 1997 about a chef and restaurateur who also worked as a detective (Pie in the Sky Episode (TV series) – Wikipedia).
One of the main characters was Nicola, played by actress Samantha Womack.
It also opened the door for new dramatic plots in subsequent seasons without the character of Nicola.
Samantha Womack’s Career After
After leaving Pie in the Sky, Samantha Womack went on to star in other popular British shows like Game On and Emmerdale (Samantha Womack – Wikiwand).
She has enjoyed a successful television career spanning several decades in both comedic and dramatic roles since her time on Pie in the Sky.
Fond Remembrance of the Character
Though shockingly killed off, Nicola made an impact as a beloved character on Pie in the Sky (Pie in the Sky (TV series) – IMDb). Her abrupt departure moved the storyline in a new direction and launched Samantha Womack to further fame.
Nicola remains remembered fondly by fans for her role on the hit drama series.
why did nicola leave pie in the sky?
According to insidepulse, Nicola left “Pie in the Sky” because she was unhappy with the restaurant’s management and her working conditions. This led to a quarrelsome situation with the chef, Nicholas Lamont, who was upset by her departure[3].
