For three seasons of GLEE, Amber Riley has established herself as one of the most gifted vocalists in entertainment today.
However, in somewhat of a dramatic twist, Riley has announced that her character Mercedes leaving the hit FOX show.
Taking to Twitter yesterday, the 26 year old wrote:
“That’s a wrap on Amber Riley! Just closed a chapter in my life, the only thing I’ve known day in and day out for three years. I’m going to miss the whole Glee family, seeing them everyday! I have so many brothers and sisters now 
But I am looking forward to a much needed and deserved summer vacation! SCHOOL’S OUTGlee Kids! Let’s play!”
*********
The news is somewhat bittersweet; for many -including yours truly-have been itching to see Riley branch out beyond the show, be it musically or on the acting tip. However, as history has shown, what awaits “on the other side” isn’t always guaranteed to ensure continued success. Here’s hoping the latter finds Riley as she embarks on a new journey.
Peep some of our favourite Mercedes moments below…
Your thoughts?
8 COMMENTS
Joseph McCoy
May 10, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Something happened with her and the producers, wanna bet?
Hot!
May 10, 2012 at 2:35 pm
Maybe its just time for her to move on God has a season for everything remember that I hope she continues with her upbeat and humble spirit that i’ve seen her have.
gio88
May 10, 2012 at 2:45 pm
without her i won’t see glee anymore
Siberian Prince
May 10, 2012 at 3:19 pm
I wounder can she sing live….
Darshelle Jones
May 10, 2012 at 4:56 pm
What is this looool. I have never sat through but one episode of Glee. Interesting
Sleazy
May 10, 2012 at 4:59 pm
She can sing live haven’t you seen their concerts and I’m soooooo sad
brianb
May 10, 2012 at 5:04 pm
This isn’t shocking, they told us last year that they don’t come back after graduating.. So she is just confirming that she is one of the people who graduated
Hilly
May 10, 2012 at 9:24 pm
As a gleek, i’m happy she is moving on, she was one of my favorite characters in this show, and she had the best voice, actually i was watching for her singing (with Naya Rivera & Kevin McHale), but the producers are all over Lea Michele, which is ridiculous, so maybe it’s better if she leaves. She’s talented, humble and beautiful, i wish her the best, she deserves it!
XOXO, Hil.
LEAVE A COMMENT:
That Grape Juice now allows Gravatars! These are the little pictures that show up beside your name when you leave a comment on this blog and probably the rest of the blogs you visit too. Click here to get your own FREE Gravatar account if you haven't already done so.