Camille Razat, the talented French actress who gained fame as the first original cast member to exit the wildly popular Netflix comedy series Emily In Paris, has finally opened up about her departure following four successful seasons. In an emotional Instagram post, Razat shared her reflections on her journey, expressing her gratitude for the experiences and memories she created while working on the show.

After an incredible journey, Ive made the decision to step away from Emily In Paris, Razat wrote, accompanied by a series of delightful behind-the-scenes photos showcasing her camaraderie with her co-stars. It has been a truly wonderful experience, one filled with growth, creativity, and unforgettable memories. This heartfelt message underscored the profound impact the series has had on her career and personal life.

In the show, Razat portrayed the character Camille, who initially started as the girlfriend of Emilys (played by Lily Collins) romantic interest, Gabriel (Lucas Bravo). Camille quickly became one of Emily's closest friends after the American moved to Paris for her new job. Over the course of four seasons, viewers witnessed a tumultuous journey filled with love triangles, breakups, reconciliations, and even a dramatic engagement, as well as a complex on-again, off-again friendship with Emily. Ultimately, after navigating a series of personal ups and downs, including a false pregnancy with Gabriel and a complicated romance with Sofia, Camille decided to leave Paris at the end of Season 4.

In her announcement, Razat expressed that the character of Camille has held significant meaning for her and that she believes her storyline has reached a natural conclusion. This character has meant a lot to me, and I feel that her storyline has naturally come to an end, she wrote. It felt like the right moment to explore new horizons. Although Razat will no longer be a series regular, she hinted at the possibility of reprising her role in future episodes, expressing her appreciation to Emily In Paris creator Darren Star, Netflix, and series producer MTV Entertainment Studios for the opportunities they provided her. Thank you for your 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 the Emily In Paris world, she stated.

During a previous interview with Deadline at the time of the Season 4 release in September, Star addressed the potential for characters like Alfie (played by Lucien Laviscount) and Camille returning to the narrative. Not necessarily. I mean, people come and go out of peoples lives in shows for a period of time, but it doesnt mean that theyre off the table, he remarked, leaving the door open for future developments.

In a show of solidarity, Razat's fellow cast members took to social media to send her messages of support and affection. Collins wrote, Love you sister. Its been a wild ride and an absolute pleasure. Youre a rockstar. So proud of you. Bravo echoed this sentiment, referring to Razat as my sister, while Bruno Gouery, who plays Luc, added, Well miss you.

Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, who portrays Sylvie Grateau, expressed a similar sentiment by saying, Youll be so missed ma chrie, and Ashley Park, known for her role as Mindy Chen, said, Love you so much, always proud of you. Laviscount also shared a heartfelt message, recalling their collaborative experiences. From day one youve been my rider on this show, he noted. Your passion for storytelling, your dark sense of humour, your unwavering ability to stay true to yourself, when everythings pushing you in a different direction. Youre special, Camille, and I feel absolutely honoured to have been able to dance with you these past seasons. Keep on shining. Im going to miss laughing with you. Im cheering you on in everything you do.

As she looks forward to new ventures, Razat mentioned in her post that she has recently completed filming for two upcoming French series: Nero for Netflix and The Lost Station Girls for Disney+. In addition, she announced the launch of her own production company, which is currently developing its first feature film.

Razat concluded her heartfelt message with an expression of gratitude towards the Emily In Paris cast, crew, and fans: I leave the show with nothing but love and admiration for the cast, crew, and fans who have supported us along the way, she said. Thank you for the beautiful ride.

Looking ahead, production for Season 5 of Emily In Paris is set to kick off in May, with filming locations including both Rome and Paris, as fans eagerly anticipate the series premiere later this year.