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  • Tom woke up as Belle worried about her future – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    Tom woke up as Belle worried about her future – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    Emmerdale tonight saw Tom wake up in hospital. Will he tell the police who was responsible for putting him there?

    Meanwhile, Moira’s behaviour continued to worry her family and Aaron was questioned by the police over some stolen watches.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Monday, September 30.

    Tom confronting Belle at the Dingle house
    Will Tom report Belle? (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Tom woke up

    Amelia and Jimmy continued to share one brain cell as they waited for news on Tom at the hospital. A doctor soon put them out of their misery when she informed them that Tom was improving.

    With police waiting to talk to Tom, Amelia decided to get her side of things across and informed them that it was Belle. Jimmy suggested it could have been Cain, but Amelia quashed that idea and told him Cain was definitely in Scotland.

    “I’m Amelia, his girlfriend, which Belle was really jealous about,” Amelia told the police – with a straight face no less.

    Amelia told the police that Belle wanted to punish Tom, with Jimmy adding: “It doesn’t take a genius to work out what happened.” Clearly.

    Later, once Tom was awake, Jimmy asked Tom if it was Belle. But Tom didn’t respond. When questioned by the police, Tom claimed that he couldn’t remember what happened. “It’s blank,” he said. But he said he thinks he was meeting someone.

    Idiot Jimmy continued to throw Belle’s name around and told Tom not to cover for her.

    Once Jimmy had left, it was revealed Tom did in fact remember what happened. He called Belle and ordered her to visit him by 1pm tomorrow. He warned her not to tell anyone or he would tell the police everything.

    Will Belle ever be rid of Tom?

    Terrified Belle hides behind a wall (Credit: ITV)
    Belle is worried that she could go to prison (Credit: ITV)

    Charity covered for Belle

    Sam, Lydia and Charity continued to worry about Belle. When Lydia told Belle that Tom was out of danger, Belle said she might as well hand herself in.

    However, Charity pointed at herself and said: “You have an alibi now.”

    When police questioned Belle, Charity claimed her and Belle had been on a long walk at the time of the attack.

    The police asked Belle about her relationship with Tom and she simply responded: “He was difficult to live with.” Which must be a contender for understatement of the century.

    The Dingles aren’t the brightest bunch and didn’t quite get their story straight, with Lydia and Charity contradicting each other. After Lydia said they were all fond of Tom, Charity said the police could take their pick of potential suspects because ‘he’s not very popular.’

    Will that slip up come back to bite them?

    Moira isn't best pleased when Matty moves in (Credit: ITV)
    Matty moved in (Credit: ITV)

    Moira’s family continued to worry

    Moira was annoyed when Matty arrived with his bags and told her he was staying for a while. She claimed she didn’t need a babysitter, but Matty lied that he was only there because he was sick of Amy and Amelia’s drama.

    When Mack came in to check on her under the guise that he needed a drink, Moira continued to insist she was fine and didn’t need to be checked up on.

    She then promised her young son Isaac that he could have his own sheep. Mack told her it wasn’t a good idea, but she forged ahead with the plan.

    In an ominous moment, Isaac asked his mum: “And you won’t kill them?” She promised him that no she wouldn’t… oh dear.

    Later, Matty and Mack discovered Moira had left the house alone and immediately went searching for her. Mack found her returning from the farm up the road where she’d placed an order for Isaac’s sheep.

    Moira told Mack to stop treating her like a child and then told Matty to pack his bags and go home because she was fine. But is she really?

    PC Swirling searches Aaron's car in Emmerdale
    Police checked Aaron’s car (Credit: ITV)

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Police questioned Aaron

    Aaron and John continued to flirt – their own form of flirting anyway. John gave us all a bit too much information when he told Aaron: “I can’t promise you a good night sleep.” Thanks, John.

    Later, John watched on as a policeman approached Aaron. He asked him if he knew about any stolen watches as his car had been seen near the scene of the crime.

    A clearly guilty Aaron denied all knowledge and happily showed the policeman the boot of his car, which was empty bar a couple of tools. Where has he hidden them?

    Read more: A history of violence: What happened between Tom and Chas

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  • Will Belle go to prison as Tom threatens to tell the police axe attack truth?

    Will Belle go to prison as Tom threatens to tell the police axe attack truth?

    In tonight’s episode of Emmerdale (Monday, September 30), Tom woke up in hospital after being attacked by Belle, leaving her worried that she’s facing a prison sentence for her actions.

    In Emmerdale last week, Belle feared she’d killed Tom after she plunged an axe into his back leaving him laying lifeless on the ground.

    However, it was later revealed that Tom was still alive. He is now conscious in hospital, but what does this mean for Belle?

    Terrified Belle hides behind a wall (Credit: ITV)
    Could Belle go to prison? (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale?

    In Monday’s episode of Emmerdale (Monday, September 30), Tom’s uncle Jimmy and girlfriend Amelia were told by the doctor that Tom’s condition had improved and that his pain levels were under control.

    While Amelia and Jimmy made their feelings clear – that they believed Belle was responsible for Tom’s injuries, Tom claimed to the police that he couldn’t remember what happened.

    However, once he was alone, he called Belle. He ordered her to visit him in hospital and warned her that if she told anybody he’d tell everybody what she did to him.

    Tom confronting Belle at the Dingle house
    Tom won’t leave Belle alone (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale: Will Belle go to prison?

    Upon hearing that Tom was out of danger, Belle told Sam, Lydia and Charity that she might as well hand herself in. Charity, however, was adamant that she would do no such thing.

    The Dingles covered for Belle, with Charity giving Belle an alibi – they were out walking at the time of Tom’s attack.

    It’s likely that Tom will go down the blackmail root due to his controlling nature. But if he does report Belle, provided the axe remains free of her prints, it’ll be her word against his.

    There have been no reports that Belle or actress Eden Taylor-Draper are leaving Emmerdale. However, it’s likely that James Chase, who plays Tom, will leave at the end of the year.

    This backs up what executive producer Laura Shaw previously told Entertainment Daily and other media. Addressing the length of the storyline, Laura confirmed: “It’s going to run until the end of this year.”

    Given it’s hard for a character to get redemption after such a storyline, it makes sense that Tom will leave the Dales. So, whatever happens, Belle will soon be free of her abuser.

    Read more: Emmerdale characters that have been recast, including Aaron Dingle

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  • Who was Debbie Dingle? A look at her turbulent life in the Dales

    Who was Debbie Dingle? A look at her turbulent life in the Dales

    In recent Emmerdale scenes, Cain temporarily left the Dales to go stay with his daughter Debbie and father Zak, after learning about Zak’s deteriorating health.

    Debbie moved to Scotland in 2019, with Zak following in 2023 after suffering mobility issues.

    But who was Debbie Dingle and what did she – or rather, what didn’t she – get up to while in the village?

    Emmerdale's Debbie, Cain, Charity
    Debbie appeared on the soap young (Credit: ITV)

    Debbie Dingle arrives in Emmerdale

    A young Debbie arrived in the village in 2002 as a foster child for Paddy and Emily Kirk after her adoptive mother Pat fell ill. She was 13 at the time.

    When Pat died, the move became permanent. Debbie soon befriended the Dingle family and gave Cain a big shock when she showed him a picture of her biological mum. He recognised her – it was Charity.

    Charity remained in denial at first and kept Debbie a secret from her husband Chris Tate. But they soon bonded and Debbie moved in with Charity and Chris.

    Later in 2003, Charity admitted that Cain was Debbie’s father, leading to the three of them growing close. This angered Chris and he became aggressive towards Debbie resulting in her moving in with the Dingles.

    Teenage pregnancy

    Debbie started a secret relationship with Andy Sugden and lost her virginity to him in 2004. Debbie later discovered she was pregnant at 15. She hid the pregnancy from everyone and planned to abandon the baby after giving birth.

    However, after giving birth in a shed, assisted by Emily and Daz, Debbie had a change of heart. But she didn’t initially take to motherhood and constantly left daughter Sarah with Emily.

    Later that year, Debbie shocked her family when she gave Sarah to Emily, who was leaving the area. Debbie felt Sarah would have a better life with Emily and showed no remorse for her actions, which angered the Dingles.

    It was 10 months before Sarah was returned to her family. But Debbie didn’t want to be a mum, so Sarah went to live with Andy.

    Relationship with Jasmine

    Debbie became close to Jasmine Thomas and later realised she liked her as more than a friend.

    After confessing her love for Jasmine, the two started dating. But, in order to hurt his daughter, Cain seduced Jasmine, who was confused about her sexuality, resulting in Debbie and Jasmine breaking up.

    They later reconciled and Debbie got her revenge on Cain by telling him that Jasmine had had an abortion.

    Debbie was also involved in the killing of Jasmine’s boyfriend Shane Doyle. Shane attempted to rape Jasmine, and upon hearing her screams, Debbie came to her rescue and knocked Shane unconscious. But he woke up and grabbed Debbie. Jasmine then beat him repeatedly, resulting in his death.

    Debbie and Jasmine decided to go on the run together, but Debbie was caught and charged with Shane’s murder. Jasmine later returned and admitted to the crime, though Debbie was still charged with perverting the court of justice.

    Relationships with Michael and Cameron

    Debbie started a relationship with a man named Michael, but was dismayed to discover he was engaged. He told Debbie that he loved her and had called off the wedding.

    However, Cain discovered this wasn’t true and Cain and Debbie turned up at the wedding to discover the bride was her mum Charity!

    Debbie later met Cameron, but their relationship faced many tests – notably because Sarah was ill and needed a bone marrow transplant.

    Debbie and Andy decided to try and have a baby together in order to create a donor for Sarah. This idea didn’t thrill Cameron. And he was furious when he later discovered that it wasn’t done via artificial insemination, but rather conventional methods.

    Cameron went on to have an affair with Chas and was responsible for the murders of Carl King and Gennie Walker.

    The end result was the Woolpack Siege, which saw Cameron threaten to shoot anyone who dared leave.

    Pete and Debbie on their wedding day
    She married Pete Barton (Credit: ITV)

    Pete and Ross Barton

    Debbie started a relationship with Pete Barton and even proposed to him. But she later started an affair with his brother Ross.

    Debbie planned to run away with Ross, but when she discovered he was the father of her mum’s baby, she ordered Cain to get rid of him.

    She later married Pete, but he discovered her affair with Ross.

    Following a helicopter crash, which saw Debbie end up in intensive care, she tried in turn to have a relationship with both Pete and Ross, but ultimately ended up leaving the village for France alone.

    She returned the following year, before leaving for Scotland for good in 2019.

    Who played Debbie Dingle?

    Charley Webb has played Debbie since the character was introduced.

    The actress was married to fellow Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden for 15 years before the couple announced their split last year. They have three children together.

    Since leaving Emmerdale, Charley has appeared in a few TV shows. Most notably The Long Shadow, in which she starred in four episodes.

    Read now: Belle Dingle: Killer, mental health crisis and domestic violence victim

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Victoria asked for ‘Moore’ and Will angered Kim… again

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Victoria asked for ‘Moore’ and Will angered Kim… again

    In Emmerdale tonight, Victoria grew suspicious of John and went snooping around… because that always turns out well.

    Meanwhile, Will warned Kim he won’t go quietly in the divorce.

    Also, Belle received a call to say her old house had been left in a mess so she went in with Lydia to investigate.

    Here’s everything that went on in Emmerdale tonight, Monday September 23.

    John finds Victoria snooping in his van
    John caught Victoria in his van (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Victoria snoops on John

    Eager to learn more about her long lost brother, John, Victoria invited him to join her and Matty for lunch, telling him she had found some old family photos. However, during lunch, John was constantly distracted by his phone.

    “I’m trying to tell you about my dead mum and you can’t stop gawping at your phone,” Victoria snapped. She then took John’s phone and read his messages – which is pretty unacceptable.

    Considering this complete lack of respect for his privacy, John remained pretty calm. He asked for his phone back, but Victoria ignored him and asked why Aaron was messaging him “like that.” John left the pub, causing Victoria to fume that she was being kept in the dark by both John and Aaron.

    Thank goodness for Matty, who told Victoria that they didn’t need her permission to talk to each other. Basically a polite way of telling her that she should probably mind her own business and keep her nosey beak out of it.

    But of course she didn’t do that. She headed to John’s van. When he didn’t respond to her knocking, she opened the door and climbed in – as you do. She had a good hunt around and found the dog tag with the name ‘Aidan Moore’ on. John returned to the van and was annoyed to find Victoria invading his privacy yet again.

    When she said she just wanted him to be honest, John responded: “I wish I had never met you, so I want you to get out of my van and stay out of my life. Honest enough for you?”

    While Victoria’s snooping is not OK, John is obviously hiding something. But what is it? And who is Aidan Moore?

    Kim Tate looking annoyed in Emmerdale
    Kim and Will have broken up (Credit: ITV)

    Kim and Will: It’s war

    Following the events of last week in which Kim was revealed to be her own husband’s blackmailer, things continued to be nasty between Will and Kim.

    Kim caught Will at the stables, attempting to take her horses and sell them at an auction. “I seem to remember you put these nags in my name as a tax dodge,” Will sniped.

    Kim reminded him he wouldn’t get very far without passports and paperwork, which she had locked in the safe. Kim underestimating Will was a popular theme in tonight’s episode and one that later came back to bite her.

    She later had a meeting about the divorce and her assets where the financial advisor warned her that prenups weren’t as tight as you’d think and Will could attempt to go for half of everything (something Laurel and Jai know only too well). Kim was once again dismissive of this, claiming Will wouldn’t even have sought legal advice yet.

    Later in the Woolpack, Kim was shocked to see Will doing business with Caleb – selling his share of the Haulage yard no less. Kim sneered at Will, insisting he had sold the yard for less than it was worth and told him Caleb was playing him. Will hinted that the deal included something a little extra too…

    Back at Home Farm, Kim had the shock of her life when she discovered exactly what that little extra was. Walking into her lounge, Kim saw Will casually sprawled on the sofa like nothing had happened. “If you want to talk to me you can call my brief,” Will told Kim.

    Then came the killer blow when he informed her his brief was a pretty good one – Caleb had hooked him up with his one, nicknamed Pitbull, which, let’s be honest, doesn’t sound like someone you’d want to be on the wrong side of.

    Will had received some pretty good advice, that it wasn’t wise to leave the house as it weakens his case – “half of everything, he reckons,” Will smirked.

    Kim was absolutely fuming with Will – and probably with herself, for underestimating her husband – but she still got the last word, telling him: “If you want a war, you’ve got one. You will regret this because I never lose.” And, Kim’s right, this Queen never loses.

    Belle and Lydia make a discovery in Emmerdale
    Belle and Lydia made a discovery (Credit: ITV)

    Also in Emmerdale tonight

    Belle received a call to say she’d missed the house inspection and the house was a mess. She said that as she didn’t live there anymore she didn’t realise she had to be there.

    Later, she went back to the house. Lydia saw her waiting outside and went in with her. Once inside they stepped on something which they quickly realised was a camera and Tom must have dropped it on his way out when trying to hide the evidence.

    Meanwhile, Laurel and Claudette spent the episode clashing, with Charles stuck in the middle. Laurel had some ideas for the Harvest Festival as well as ways in which Charles could update his sermons. Claudette was dismissive of them all.

    Charles defended his mum. Laurel then told him that if he didn’t modernise, his mum would be the only one in the congregation. Has she given Charles food for thought?

    Read more: 8 Reasons Emmerdale totally deserved their NTA win

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  • As Kim and Will split, all of the breakups the village has seen so far this year

    As Kim and Will split, all of the breakups the village has seen so far this year

    Makeups and breakups are part and parcel of soaps, and Emmerdale is no exception.

    Last week, Kim Tate and Will Taylor joined the ever growing list of couples who have split after she ended their marriage due to him keeping the truth about his night with Rose from her.

    In true Kim Tate style though, she didn’t simply break up with Will. No, she blackmailed him and then had him dig a grave – as you do.

    Only time will tell if they find their way back together. In the meantime, here are the other major Emmerdale couples who have fallen by the wayside this year…

    Nate is on his phone, Tracy watches
    Nate left the village alone (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Tracy and Nate

    Tracy and Nate split earlier this year after she had an affair with Caleb just months into their marriage.

    The affair made Tracy realise that she didn’t love Nate and she told the poor guy that she hadn’t even been in love with him on their wedding day. How to kick a man when he is down – you probably could have kept that bit to yourself, hey Tracy…

    During the summer, it looked like a reunion might be on the cards and Tracy even agreed to her and Frankie joining Nate in Scotland, where he had received a job offer.

    However, after Moira kissed Nate, his family got the wrong end of the stick and turned against him, leading him to leave for Scotland on his own. Though we never actually saw him leave…

    Victoria and Jacob initially kept their relationship a secret (Credit: ITV)

    Victoria and Jacob

    Jacob and Victoria’s relationship initially started out as a secret because she understandably didn’t want people to know she was dating her ex boyfriend’s young son.

    Once the relationship was out in the open, Jacob’s dad David left the village after feeling betrayed by his son and ex girlfriend.

    The relationship came to an end this year when Jacob turned down a placement in Berlin in order to stay with Victoria. Following this, his mum Leyla accused Victoria of holding her son back.

    Victoria agreed with Leyla’s assessment and decided to end things with Jacob, leaving him heartbroken as he begged her to reconsider.

    Manpreet tried to get back with Charles (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Charles and Manpreet

    In the wake on his son Ethan’s death, Charles struggled to accept any support from his partner Manpreet and he called time on their relationship.

    Charles’ mum Claudette tried to meddle and told Manpreet that there was still a chance for the pair. But with Charles struggling with trust issues, his mind was made up.

    Despite the pair getting together in 2021, it was revealed that they’d actually known each other 15 years previously, but she left him at the alter on their wedding day.

    Charles cruelly told Manpreet that he hadn’t trusted her since she left him at the alter 20 years ago. So why he got back together with her later and stayed with her for a few years is anybody’s guess…

    Tom and Belle look tense in Emmerdale
    Tom abused Belle (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Belle and Tom

    One break up we were all ecstatic about was that of Belle and Tom. Having been abusive to Belle for most of their relationship, we were all desperate for her to get the strength to walk away.

    That finally happened recently with Belle telling Tom that he can’t control her any more.

    During their marriage, Tom mentally tortured Belle. As well as keeping tabs on her every move, he locked her in the house, tried to turn her against her family and even abused her dog Piper in his sick plot.

    However, despite the pair no longer being a couple, Tom has continued to try and hurt Belle. One twisted move saw him give Piper away and pretend she had died. It’s easy to see what his new girlfriend Amelia sees in him…

    Laurel stands up to Jai in The Hide in Emmerdale
    Laurel and Jai continued to work together following their split (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Jai

    Another couple fans weren’t too upset to see the end of was Jai and Laurel.

    The couple went their separate ways earlier this year following their rows over Amit’s departure and Jai’s betrayal of his half-brother Suni.

    The line was completely crossed when Jai insulted Laurel’s late husband Ashley, leaving Laurel feeling disgusted that she’d ever married Jai.

    In the wake of their split, Jai has continued to be cruel to Laurel. So we think it’s safe to say that those two thankfully won’t be getting back together.

    Noah and Amelia look sad
    Amelia couldn’t forgive Noah (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Noah and Amelia

    This young couple split after Amelia determined that Noah was responsible for Samson being sent to jail.

    After Noah admitted he was the one responsible for grassing up Samson, Amelia saw this as a betrayal – given that Samson is the father of her young daughter.

    Noah was eager to continue to be a part of young Esther’s life as he has been like a father figure to the girl – even setting up a trust fund for her. But Amelia told him he needed to stay away, even cruelly telling him that Esther is young enough to forget about him.

    Amelia has now moved on to abuser Tom, so she may soon come to regret letting Noah go.

    Read more: Tom spies on Belle sleeping – 13 other creepy things he’s done 

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  • 5 best secret identity reveals as John ‘Aidan Moore’ mystery continues

    5 best secret identity reveals as John ‘Aidan Moore’ mystery continues

    Since arriving in Emmerdale last month, John Sugden has been shrouded in mystery, with fans curious to see whether he has a secret identity.

    Revealing himself to be the long lost son of Jack and brother to Victoria, fans are convinced he isn’t telling the whole truth.

    This suspicion has been exasperated by the discovery of items in his property with the name Aidan Moore. So if he is really John Sugden, just who is Aidan Moore?

    Fans are desperate to discover the truth and this isn’t the first time Emmerdale has kept the truth under wraps. Here are 5 times other secret Emmerdale identities were discovered…

    Caleb speaks
    Caleb was revealed to be Frank’s son (Credit: ITV)

    1. Caleb and Nicky Milligan

    In one of Emmerdale’s biggest shocks last year, Caleb and Nicky were revealed to be father and son.

    Arriving in the village separately, Nicky got himself a job at Home Farm, while Caleb showed up in the Village as the long lost brother of Chas and Cain – obviously.

    With Caleb and Nicky seemingly having no interactions with each other, no suspicions were aroused. But the shocks didn’t stop there.

    Right after confirming the pair as being related, viewers saw them visiting Frank Tate’s grave, and it because clear Frank was in fact Caleb’s dad.

    The pair were in the village to rob Kim Tate of her fortune. Are you keeping up?

    Noah and Chloe talking in Emmerdale
    Chloe’s dad came as a surprise (Credit: ITV)

    2. Chloe Harris and her father

    Chloe, herself, was a bit of a mystery when she arrived in Emmerdale. Chloe’s family home was installed with several cameras and her father made sure she was constantly being watched.

    Later on, the housekeeper – Kerry Wyatt – revealed to Chloe that she was her biological mum and she helped her escape.

    In another twist, Damon ‘Harry’ Harris was later revealed to be Chloe’s father. Weeks after kidnapping Chas Dingle, Harry turned up in the village. Upon seeing Chloe, he said: “Chloe, sweetheart,” with Chloe shocking viewers by responding: “Hi dad.”

    Nate Robinson is confronted by Cain Dingle in Emmerdale
    Nate revealed himself to be Cain’s secret son (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale secret identity: 3. Nate Robinson

    Nate arrived in the village as somewhat of a mysterious figure. Viewers knew he was up to something, but they didn’t know what.

    He later got a job as a farmhand and started an affair with Moira Dingle. It wasn’t long before Cain discovered the infidelity and it’s fair to say, he didn’t take it well.

    Following a showdown, Nate called Cain “dad”, thus revealing his secret identity as Cain’s long lost son.

    Nate had purposely tracked Cain down and was out for revenge (isn’t everybody in soapland?) on the man he believed had abandoned him as a child.

    Ella is arrested
    Ella had a big secret (Credit: ITV)

    4. Ella Forster

    Emmerdale aired one of its darkest stories earlier this year when it was revealed that newcomer Ella was in fact a child killer.

    Ella killed her friend Joanne in a jealous rage when she was younger. The incident took place on the day of Ella’s 11th birthday. Ella later took on a new identity.

    Ella tried to start a new life in the village, but the truth was discovered by Liam, with whom Ella had started a relationship with.

    Tracy Robinson is jealous over ex husband Nate's secret phone call in Emmerdale
    Tracy discovered a secret sibling (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale secret identity: 5. Vanessa and Tracy’s father

    Long lost siblings has long been a theme in soapland and this was no different in 2016 when Tracy and Vanessa discovered they shared the same dad.

    The big reveal was first shared with viewers when Tracy’s partner David went to visit her dad Frank Clayton in prison. Speaking fondly about his daughter “Teenie”, it was assumed he was referring to Tracy.

    However, Frank later made a call to “Teenie,” and viewers were left shocked when the person on the end of the phone was revealed to be Vanessa.

    The two women discovered the truth when they saw each other at their dad’s bedside.

    Read more: ‘I’ve made friends for life at Emmerdale’ Jurell Carter spills the beans on Nate’s exit

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  • Emmerdale reveals more details as they confirm return of Ross Barton after six years

    Emmerdale reveals more details as they confirm return of Ross Barton after six years

    Emmerdale star Michael Parr is returning to the soap as Ross Barton, six years after his exit.

    The soap teased his return on social media earlier today (Tuesday, September 17) with a comedy sketch video featuring Bradley Johnson, who plays Vinny Dingle.

    They followed this up with official confirmation that bad boy Ross Barton is indeed making a return to Emmerdale.

    Ross Barton is returning to Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    Who was Ross Barton?

    Ross arrived in 2013 and quickly became one of the soap’s most popular characters.

    The son of James and Emma Barton, brother of Pete and Finn and half-brother of Adam Barton, Ross is also the father of Moses Dingle.

    During his time in Emmerdale, Ross stepped on a lot of toes. But he also had a softer side and was devastated when Donna Windsor committed suicide following her cancer diagnosis.

    Ross also embarked on an affair with Debbie, who was with his brother Pete at the time. But that came to an end when Ross had a one night stand with Debbie’s mum Charity – thus conceiving Moses.

    Following a devastating acid attack, Ross battled depression. He later left for a new life in Liverpool in 2018 with girlfriend Rebecca White.

    But what has he been up during his time away?

    Michael Parr reprises the role (Credit: ITV)

    Michael Parr on Emmerdale return

    Speaking about his return to the soap, Michael said: “I’m over the moon to be returning to Emmerdale. Ross is a character I’m extremely fond of and I’m excited to explore what he’s been up to over the past five years.

    “After seeing the scripts, I can’t wait for the audience to see what’s in store. One thing I can say is Ross’s return will no doubt create fireworks.” Sounds about right.

    Producer Laura Shaw added: “We are delighted to have Michael back at Team Emmerdale, playing the unforgettable and charismatic bad boy Ross Barton once again. Ross makes a huge impact from the first moment he arrives back on screen, immediately throwing some of our villagers’ lives into disarray.

    “Chaotic, wild and reckless, Ross is absolutely going to shake up the village and prove it’s never quiet with a Barton boy back in town.”

    Read more: ‘I’ve made friends for life at Emmerdale’ Jurell Carter spills the beans on Nate’s exit

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  • Fans do a complete U-turn over Mack as they hail him ‘hero’ of the episode

    Fans do a complete U-turn over Mack as they hail him ‘hero’ of the episode

    Fans of Emmerdale have done a complete U-turn over Mackenzie Boyd following the latest episode.

    Previously, Mack has rubbed viewers up the wrong way. Mainly because of his cheating on Charity with Chloe and his treatment of both women.

    Fans complained about Mack continuing to grate, even going so far as to beg for him to be killed off.

    But is a redemption arc on the way for Mack?

    Mack picture (Credit: Emmerdale)
    Fana have done a u-turn on Mack (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale?

    Following the shocking barn fire, as she recovered in hospital, Moira was given the news that she had a brain tumour.

    Cain behaved like a petulant child and refused to be by her side, insisting he couldn’t handle it. He eventually had a change of heart, though his anger continued to rear its head.

    In last night’s episode (September 16), not satisfied with the doctor’s advice – as presumably Cain knows better – he tipped up a table and stormed out.

    Moira’s brother Mack was the unlikely source of calm, as he shared some strong words with his brother-in-law, telling him to “get a grip and be better”.

    Mack told Cain: “She will worry that you’ll throw another selfish tantrum because you’re too weak to handle it. She needs to know what she’s up against. How can she do that when she’s too busy worrying about you?

    “We’re all struggling here, but this is the start of what Moira has to deal with.”

    Emmerdale fans enjoyed the confrontation and have lauded Mack for standing up to Cain.

    Moira lay in hospital looking anxious (Credit: ITV)
    Mack has been looking out for sister Moira (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans call Mack a hero

    Following the episode, Emmerdale fans took to Instagram to express their joy at Mack’s words.

    “Mackenzie was the star of tonight’s episode,” wrote one fan, while another added: “Got to respect Mack tonight.”

    A third fan said: “Mac tonight was…” accompanied by three emojis – fire, applause and a hand making the OK sign.

    Another fan was in agreement, writing: “Well said Mackenzie.”

    With fans having done a U-turn on Mack, could Moira’s diagnosis be the source of some good and be the making of Mack?

    Read more: Fans slam laid-back Mack for barn fire reaction: ‘He couldn’t sound less concerned’

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