Emmerdale star Susan Cookson is set to leave her role as Wendy Posner, new reports have claimed.
According to The Sun, Â the star was axed from the soap rather than choosing to leave, and has already filmed her final scenes.
Wendy was first introduced to the soap in 2019 as the mother of Victoria’s rapist, Lee Posner, and his brother Luke. Her Emmerdale journey looks to have come to an end after just over five years.
Wendy is leaving after five years (Credit: ITV)
Susan Cookson ‘devastated’ at Emmerdale exit
A source told The Sun: “Susan was devastated at the decision. She loves the show and loves being part of it.
“She’s really well liked in the cast but unfortunately budget cuts mean hard decisions need to be made and that resulted in Susan being one of a number of cast leaving.”
The source added that the character of Wendy isn’t ‘inspiring a lot of story’ any more, so ultimately they feel her time is up.
However, the door will be left open for Susan to return as Wendy. With Wendy having a grandson in the village, she would certainly have a reason to visit.
Wendy cheated on Bob with Liam (Credit: ITV)
Wendy Posner in Emmerdale
She arrived in the Dales in 2019 to confront Victoria Sugden, who had accused her son Lee of rape. Wendy accused Victoria of lying, not willing to believe that her son was capable of such a thing
Following Lee’s death, thought to be at the hands of Robert Sugden, Wendy eventually accepted that Victoria was telling the truth.
In 2021, Wendy’s other son Luke confessed to her that before Robert attacked Lee, he himself had also attacked Lee. Wendy was torn, knowing Luke could be the real culprit. But ultimately, Robert still remains behind bars.
Wendy begun working at the local surgery and became settled in the village. She started a relationship with Bob Hope, but they split following her affair with Dr Liam.
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
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Christmas may be over, but with New Year there comes a whole new schedule shakeup. Here’s when you can catch Emmerdale this week.
As is usually the case, Emmerdale will be on every day this week, but not always at its usual time. With the search for April continuing and Jacob’s special A&E episode set to air, fans won’t want to miss any of the action.
So here’s what time Emmerdale will be hitting your TV screens this week.
Jacob starts work at the hospital this week (Credit: ITV)
New Year schedule for Emmerdale
The schedule for Emmerdale this week will see the soap air in its regular 7.30pm slot for half hour on Monday, December 30. On New Year’s Eve it will start slightly later, at 7.45pm, finishing at 8.15pm.
On New Year’s Day, just like Christmas Day, Emmerdale will air at the earlier time of 6.30pm for half hour. There will then be an hour long episode of the soap on Thursday, January 2. This will air between 7pm and 8pm.
On Friday, January 3, Emmerdale returns to the 7.30pm slot, where it will air for half hour.
Marlon and Rhone continue to search for April (Credit: ITV)
What is happening in Emmerdale this week?
In Emmerdale this week, the search for April continues and the police search her home looking for clues as to her whereabouts. One thing they find is contraceptive pills, which neither Marlon nor Rhona knew she was taking.
As April’s disappearance takes its toll, Marlon and Rhona are soon at each other’s throats.
Elsewhere, Emmerdale will air a special standalone episode for Jacob Gallagher‘s first day in A&E. However, things don’t quite go to plan and Jacob soon feels under pressure.
When a stab victim is admitted to the hospital, Jacob recognises the purse as belonging to April and he decides to call Marlon. His boss is furious with his conduct, but this doesn’t prevent Marlon and Rhona from turning up at the hospital and begging for news. Has April been found?
Also this week, we will see five flash forwards which hint at what’s to come in 2025…
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Marlon’s bad time continues following the disappearance of his daughter April.
April disappeared from home on Christmas Day. Marlon had gone to wake his daughter, only to find she was gone. However, viewers saw her getting into a mystery car. Tonight, the search for the missing teen continues.
Elsewhere, Sarah is stood up by Jacob because of his mum. All this and more in Emmerdale spoilers tonight (Monday, December 30).
Following April’s disappearance, Marlon has been beside himself (Credit: ITV)
Marlon continues to struggle
Marlon Dingle has a terrible start to the week, which is made even worse when the family liaison officer says they have no new leads.
Before her disappearance, Ross Barton told April the terrible truth about the death of her mum Donna Windsor. This caused April to spiral a bit and she took to drinking and bunking off school. She also accused her dad of lying to her. Could this be a reason for her running away?
With no sign of his daughter, Marlon agrees to letting the police search the cottage, but will they find anything?
Leyla ruins Jacob’s date (Credit: ITV)
Jacob stands up Sarah for his mum
Sarah Sugden and Jacob recently shared a moment. Jacob is eager to explore the connection and arranges a date with Sarah.
However, Jacob’s mum Leyla insists Jacob have lunch with her instead. Sarah is upset to have been stood up by Jacob. But what exactly is Leyla playing at and was it deliberate on her part?
Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight
Anthony has continued to get his daughter Ruby’s back up since he arrived in the Dales. Tonight he watches a conversation unfold… but what does he discover and will he tell anyone?
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Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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Emmerdale tonight saw a whole load of suspicion. Marlon Dingle suspected that Jade had taken April, while Ruby was suspicious of her own father’s involvement in April’s disappearance.
Meanwhile, Billy became suspicious of Joe Tate‘s involvement in Will Taylor’s death after learning about his bad boy past.
Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight (Friday, December 27.)
Ross took Marlon to see Jade (Credit: ITV)
Marlon confronted Jade
Bob organised a search party for April, but Marlon insisted it was all for nothing and that they wasting their time because he was sure Jade had her.
The police paid Ross a visit to enquire about Jade, but were satisfied that she wasn’t a suspect. Later, Marlon went to see Ross, where Ross delivered one of his classic lines: “What the hell did you tell the police? Don’t think that I won’t give you slap just because you’ve had a stroke.” Stay charming, Ross.
Marlon demanded that Ross take him to see Jade. Jade was not pleased to see Ross and told them to get out. Marlon, however refused to leave and picked up a pipe, before telling Jade: “I need you to tell me what you’ve done with my daughter.” Brave man, taking Jade on.
Fortunately, he was saved by the police, who arrived to arrest Jade for illegal fighting and betting. They said they’d had Jade under surveillance, meaning she couldn’t have taken April.
Marlon was at a loss, as he’d been so sure that he was right. Later, he lambasted Ross, saying this was all his fault for telling April the truth about Donna. “If anything happens to her, it’s on you,” he told Ross.
Joe is back (Credit: ITV)
Joe Tate aroused suspicion in Emmerdale tonight
Following Will Taylor’s fatal heart attack, Joe covered for Kim, lying to the police that they’d been no delay in getting Will help. Tonight, Billy became suspicious of Joe and Kim’s new found closeness.
Joe Tate tried to talk to his half brother Noah Dingle in the village. But Noah was angry, telling Joe: “You let me think you were dead.”
Charity then told Joe that Noah wanted nothing to do with him, adding: “You’re a ruthless liar, who destroys innocent people to get what he wants.†Joe told her people change – “Case in point. A gold digger and petty criminal turned respectable business woman.” Way to try and make friends, Joe.
Billy witnessed the altercation and asked Charity what the deal with Joe was. She filled him in and Billy later relayed the information to Dawn.
He then shared his suspicions with Dawn. “Kim tried to kill him, that’s why he run off,” he said. “So why has she forgiven him just now? Something is off, like really off. Dawn, I have never seen your dad and Kim happier. Their vow renewal, beautiful. And he turns up and our whole world is turned upside down. Aren’t the police doing a post mortem?”
Billy then asked “What are the chances of him turning up just as your dad has a heart attack?†Dawn realised what Billy was getting at and said: “You think he murdered my dad?”
Ruby questioned Steph about Anthony (Credit: ITV)
Ruby was suspicious of her dad
During a break from searching for April, Ruby and Steph grabbed some coffee from the cafe. While there, Steph mused: “What would make a teenage girl on Christmas morning run off before opening her presents?”
This caused Ruby to ask: “Do you know where your grandad was on Christmas morning before he came over for lunch?” Steph said he had been at the B&B. Unbeknown to them, Anthony had heard the exchange.
Later, Anthony gave Ruby a vailed threat, telling her: “We do need to be careful you know. When nasty rumours start, people are forced to defend themselves and other things come out, secrets that can ruin lives. And we don’t want that, do we?”
Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight
The villagers were mourning Will. Jimmy was devastated to hear about the death of his best friend. “How can my best mate be dead? We’re meant to be playing poker this week” Jimmy said, before recounting Will’s relationship advice – “never buy her flowers from the garage and always take all of the blame.”
Kim and Dawn were also struggling, but Joe was quick to take Kim to the side and tell her: “I saved you yesterday. You simply cannot afford to be showing any hint of guilt or regret. I need you to keep it together. It will all be fine. I will take care of everything. Trust me.” Trusting Joe Tate seems a mistake waiting to happen, but will Kim have any choice?
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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In Emmerdale, Will Taylor met an untimely end this week after suffering a heart attack. But fans believe Joe Tate was actually responsible for Will’s death.
Joe returned to the Dales on Christmas Day after six years away and picked up where he left off by creating drama.
After revealing to Kim Tate that her husband Will had been plotting to bring her down, Will collapsed to the floor clutching his chest. But fans think there was more to Will’s death and that Joe had a hand in it.
Will has been plotting to bring Kim date (Credit: ITV)
Will Taylor dies
During Emmerdale’s Christmas episode, Kim and Will renewed their wedding vows. Shortly after, their bubble of happiness was burst when Joe Tate made a dramatic entrance.
Joe revealed to Kim that Will had been planning revenge on her. He lied about Will’s involvement, telling Kim that Will had actually orchestrated it all by getting in touch with Kim’s son Jamie. Joe also told Kim that he and her financial advisor Peter had only gone along with the plan as a joke, to see how far Will would take it.
Kim asked to be alone with Will, where he attempted to give his version of events. But Kim wasn’t having any of it. Shortly after, Will collapsed to the floor clutching his chest. Kim ignored his pleas for help, accusing him of faking a heart attack for sympathy.
It was only when Joe returned that Kim started to help her husband. However, it was too late and by the time medics arrived at the scene, Will was pronounced dead.
Joe returned over Christmas (Credit: ITV)
Fans suspect Joe Tate in Emmerdale
After watching Will’s death, fans felt it was too much of a coincidence that Will would die so soon after Joe’s return.
Taking to X, one fan said: “Makes you wonder if Joe slipped some pills into Will’s drink.” A second fan agreed, writing: “ I think Joe put something in the wine, that caused will to get a heart attack.”
Over on Instagram, fans were in agreement, with one asking: “Who killed Will? Joe Tate?” Another fan added: “There is a twist somewhere.”
A fifth fan said: “I’m sure Joe is behind Will’s passing because the pills he is taking.”
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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Emmerdale aired tragic scenes this week when Will Taylor died after suffering a heart attack, but fans don’t believe he is really dead.
Will has been working with financial advisor Peter on a plot to bring Kim Tate down. However, recent scenes saw Will have second thoughts about the plan as he realised he was still in love with Kim.
After Kim discovered the truth, Will pleaded with her – a scene that ended with him clutching his chest. But is there more to it? Fans think so.
Will had second thoughts about double crossing Kim (Credit: ITV)
Will has a heart attack in Emmerdale
Recent weeks have seen Will hell-bent on making Kim’s life a misery as he teamed up with her financial advisor Peter to get revenge on Kim. Unbeknown to Will, Peter was also working with Joe Tate.
Although Will had changed his mind about the revenge plot, he couldn’t get out of it that easily and Joe revealed all to Kim.
However, Joe lied to Kim, telling her that Will had directly approached her son Jamie Tate for help with getting revenge. Joe also made out that he and Peter were only ever messing with Will, to see how far he’d go. Joe insisted that he was telling Kim the truth now because he had realised how important family was.
Kim asked for some time alone with her husband. Will attempted to give his version of events before suddenly collapsing holding his chest.
Kim watched on suspiciously, believing that he was faking it for sympathy. It was only when Joe returned that Kim sprung into action and attempted to help Will. But it was too late and when emergency services arrived, they pronounced him dead.
Fans believe Will is still alive (Credit: ITV)
Will Taylor fan theory
Despite the moment that medics pronounced Will dead being shown on screen, fans have predicted that he is still alive and is faking his own death.
“I’d wondered if Kim and Will are faking his death to take down Joe. Seems far fetched… however crazier things have happened,” one fan wrote on X. While another agreed, adding: “Will Taylor not dead and he faking his death again.”
A third viewer went into more detail, writing: “Mmm 2 questions, why didn’t the paramedics use the defibrillator and I thought paramedics weren’t allowed to stop until told to do so by a doctor. I might be wrong but then they might not be paramedics, Will might not be dead & the whole thing is a plot to blackmail Kim?”
A fourth fan added: “Interesting that Kim didn’t put much of an effort with the chest compressions, no mouth to mouth nor did we see the ambulance crew shock Will. Billy didn’t look too surprised either. There could be a twist to this storyline?”
Another fan wrote: “Said all along Will won’t be dead. Him , Joe and Jamie in a plot together to bring Kim down. Joe didn’t phone ambulance, paramedics were less than useless, nor did they declare death properly. Very fishy !” while a sixth viewer said: “Don’t think he dead. All part of joe’s plan with Peter.”
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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April Windsor disappeared from her home on Christmas Day in Emmerdale and a new fan theory has suggested Anthony Fox could be responsible.
It has been a difficult time for April of late, after discovering the truth about how her mother Donna Windsor died. Her behaviour has worsened and she has been bunking off school and drinking alcohol.
Her dad Marlon has struggled to cope and prior to his daughter going missing, he snapped at her, telling her he wished she’d just fade into the background.
So has April simply run away, or is there something more sinister going on?
April went off the rails (Credit: ITV)
April goes missing
On Christmas Day morning, Marlon Dingle went to wake his young daughter only to discover that she wasn’t there. April was later seen waiting for a mystery person before climbing into the back of a car.
It’s been a difficult few weeks for the teenager. At the start of the month, she was kidnapped by Ross Barton‘s enemy Jade. After rescuing April, Ross then told her the devastating truth about Donna’s death.
April’s dad Marlon was furious at Ross for sharing this information, and in return April was furious with Marlon for keeping it from her.
Emmerdale has confirmed that the story will run weeks, with show producer Laura Shaw saying: “In the coming weeks, as the search for April intensifies, we explore the emotional turmoil a family faces when a young person goes missing. We are so grateful to the charity Missing People for their invaluable help and support with this storyline.”
But is April missing out of choice or has someone taken her?
Does Anthony have something to do with April’s disappearance? (Credit: ITV)
With this in mind, a new theory has predicted that Anthony is to blame for teen April’s disappearance.
“Ruby’s dad the creepiest person, was that his car picking up April?” asked one viewer on X. “Anthony has got April! #Emmerdale,” another fan agreed.Â
Over on Facebook, a third fan said: “I’m wondering if April accepted a lift from a stranger or did she know the person, I thought it looked like Ruby’s dad from behind.”
A fourth fan agreed, writing: “Yeah it deffo looked like Ruby dad…”, while a fifth said: “Oh I do hope it wasn’t Ruby’s dad for obvious reasons.”
“Why do I have a feeling Ruby’s dad is involved in April disappearance”, said another viewer.
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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Emmerdale spoilers for tonight see the Christmas drama continue and Marlon Dingle and Ross Barton find themselves in danger.
During the Christmas Day episode, Marlon’s world was turned upside down when he discovered his young daughter April had gone missing.
Marlon has struggled with this development and danger is just around the corner. All this and more in spoilers for Emmerdale tonight (Friday, December 27).
Ross and Marlon team up (Credit: ITV)
1. Danger for Ross and Marlon
Earlier this month April was kidnapped by Ross’s enemy Jade. Ross later told April the whole truth about her mum Donna’s death in 2014.
April struggled to process the revelation and started to rebel by bunking off school and drinking. She also lashed out at her dad for not being honest with her. Marlon made the situation worse when he banned her from seeing Ross.
Things came to a head and April run away, devastating Marlon. Marlon has struggled to cope and tonight the search for April continues.
Ross and Marlon head out to search for the teenager, but soon find themselves in danger.
Ruby is suspicious (Credit: ITV)
2. Ruby is wary
It’s been a tough time in the Dales for Ruby, especially since the arrival of her dad Anthony – who was later revealed to have abused his daughter when she was younger.
Over Christmas, Anthony shared his intention to stay in the village indefinitely. The evening took a dark turn when Anthony touched Ruby‘s shoulder and she grabbed a knife to threaten him.
Tonight, Ruby is suspicious, but what’s on her mind?
3. Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight
It’s been a big year for the Dingles, and tonight Lydia is worried. But what has caused this?
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As the anniversary of Heath Hope’s death in Emmerdale approaches, Bob pays tribute to his son. We take a look back at how the teenager met his tragic end.
Bob has been busy planning a memorial concert in Heath’s memory, but in tonight’s episode of Emmerdale, he reaches boiling point when Brenda and Wendy’s bickering threatens to overshadow the event.
With the village coming together to honour Heath and his love for music, we take a look back at his time in the village and his untimely death.
Heath died nearly a year ago (Credit: ITV)
Who was Heath Hope?
The character of Heath Hope has been in Emmerdale since his birth in 2007, and has been played by Sebastian Dowling for the majority of that time.
Heath is the twin brother of Cathy, and the son of Bob and Viv Hope. Viv was sentenced to jail time when the twins were just one years old, and she died when they were only four. For this reason, Brenda Walker acted as a mother figure to the children.
Heath was close to his stepmother and even walked her down the aisle on her wedding day. When Bob moved out after having an affair, the twins stayed living with Brenda and even set fire to Bob’s things in an act of solidarity.
Cathy and Heath eventually mended their relationship with their dad and Bob was devastated when his young son died.
Angelica, Heath and Cathy were desperate to go to a party (Credit: ITV)
How did Heath Hope die?
During a New Year’s Eve party at the B&B last year, Heath, Cathy and their friend Angelica King stole Wendy Posner’s car so they could attend a party in nearby Hotten.
April told Bob and Wendy where the trio had gone, informing them that she had tried to stop them.
After the party ground to a halt, Heath told Cathy to drive faster on the narrow back roads. As Bob and Wendy drove to Hotten to track down the teens, they came across the car on the side of the road.
Cathy and Angelica were shellshocked, while Heath was motionless in the car. An ambulance was called, but Heath was sadly pronounced dead shortly after midnight, on New Year’s Day.
Brenda was devastated to hear the news, while Bob initially blamed his daughter, insisting he couldn’t even look at her.
However, it was later revealed that Angelica had been the one driving the car, after her and Cathy swapped seats. Angelica was sentenced to eight months in a secure children’s home, though she is already back in the village.
Bob organised a carol concert for Heath (Credit: ITV)
Bob’s tribute to Heath
With it being almost a year since Heath died, Bob is determined to keep his son’s memory alive.
Last week, Bob announced that due to Heath’s love of music he had decided to organise a carol concert in Heath’s memory.
Bob invited the whole village to attend the memorial concert. But it all gets too much for him when the event is overshadowed by Brenda and Wendy bickering.
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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With Christmas fast approaching, here’s when you can catch Emmerdale on TV during the festive schedule shakeup.
Emmerdale will air every day this week, but not always at its usual time. With lots of drama to play out on screen, including Will’s revenge plan on Kim and Belle’s reunion with Piper, fans won’t want to miss a minute.
So here’s what time Emmerdale will be on your screens.
Belle is reunited with Piper (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale’s Christmas schedule
As is to be expected, Emmerdale will feature prominently in ITV’s Christmas schedule.
The soap will air a 30 minute episode on Monday, December 23 at 7.30pm. On Christmas Eve, Emmerdale will move to the 7pm slot, where it will also air for half hour.
On Christmas Day, Emmerdale has only been allocated a 30 minute slot, which will air on ITV1 at 6.30pm. However, there will be an hour long episode on Boxing Day, which will also start at 6.30pm.
On Friday, December 27, Emmerdale returns to the 7.30pm slot, where it will air for half hour.
April is out of control (Credit: ITV)
What is happening in Emmerdale this week?
Emmerdale is its usual mix of joy and drama this festive period. Happiness heads Belle Dingle‘s way when she is reunited with her beloved dog Piper.
After Belle confides in Vinny that she believes Tom lied about Piper being dead, the two of them dig up Piper’s grave and discover her body isn’t there.
On Christmas Day, while Belle is visiting her dad’s grave, she’s overwhelmed by joy when Piper comes charging over. Vinny and Gabby have managed to find the missing dog, giving Belle the best Christmas present.
Elsewhere, Will feels the pressure over his plan to take down Kim Tate. Later, Will panics when he finds Kim unconscious, while on Christmas Day there is a flash forward scene showing a struggle has occurred at Home Farm. But who is involved?
Meanwhile, Marlon can’t cope with April’s behaviour, but he is devastated when she goes missing. He frantically searches for his daughter, but where has she got to?
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.
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