Prior to the live episode, Adam opened up about a blunder which took place during the live episode in 2010, Despite there being several blunders, one is considered to be the most iconic.
Adam - who is an original cast member of the show, which launched in 1985 - went on to suggest that anyone "could get it wrong" when it comes to a live episode.
Actress Natalie Cassidy, who plays Sonia on the soap also appeared in good spirts just hours after pretending to have given birth to her daughter, Julia, during the live episode while surrounded by rubble in the crumbling Queen Vic pub after it exploded.
Actor James spoke about his exit after the scenes aired, and said: "Saying goodbye is not easy, but after 10 years at EastEnders and on the night of the shows epic 40th anniversary – the time felt right.
Onlookers claim that Adam, 56, was very quick to get out of the car he and Jessie were sharing as he encouraged people to clear the road for their own safety and to allow the cast to exit the studios in a safe manner.
