Chris Colfer Says It's "Not His Choice" To Leave Glee

The 21-year old claims he doesn't want to stop playing Kurt Hummel...

Glee star Chris Colfer has responded to the news that he will be leaving the hit US series, stating it is "definitely not" his choice to quit being a Gleek.

As we reported yesterday, the shows co-creator Ryan Murphy confirmed Glee favourites Lea Michele, Cory Monteith and Colfer will be graduating at the end of season three.

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Speaking of his character's exit, Chris - who plays Kurt Hummel in the show - told TV Guide: "I think it was something we all knew was coming, just because Ryan has said from the beginning that people would be graduating."

"It's definitely not my choice, but I absolutely respect it and understand why it has to happen. Ryan has said, and I love this, that there's nothing sadder than a high school student with a bald spot - it's true! This is what happens in real life. Kids grow up and they move on."

The 21-year old added: "It makes sense that that's what we would do. I am very much looking forward to the graduation gown that Kurt wears because Lord knows it's going to be out of this world."

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