Burton’s acting credits also include several Hallmark movies.

In December 2019, shewroteon Twitter, “Id (sic) walk away again in a heartbeat.”

So, what exactly happened to evoke such a strong reaction from the"One Tree Hill" alum?

Hilarie Burton staring

Here’s what we know about Burton’s departure.

“I had insisted on a LGBTQ character, an interracial couple and diverse casting,” shewrote.

“I was polite, direct and professional.

Hilarie Burton with Jeffrey Dean Morgan

I left it.”

It was close to my house.

It paid really well.

It was about the military, which you all know I hold dear."

However, she made it clear that she does not regret her choice to leave it all behind.

She’s since thrown her weight behind Lifetime instead.

“I’ve been loudly cheering for @lifetimetv all year because they heard my concerns + RALLIED!

You want inclusive Christmas magic?!

We got it.”