Amy Walsh is best known for playing Tracy Robinson in ITV’s Emmerdale. She joined the soap in July 2014. Since then she has remained on the show, only taking a break for maternity leave.
Amy has had some huge storylines over the years during her time in Emmerdale. From starting off as someone who worked in an online chat room, she has gone on to have multiple marriages and found long lost sister, Vanessa, in the village.
And it’s no surprise Amy was able to do brilliantly at the storylines given to her – as it seems talent runs in her family.
But who is the actress behind the character? Well Amy Walsh is a former Celebrity Masterchef contestant, sister of a huge singer and even has a daughter with another famous soap star.
Amy joined Emmerdale 11 years ago (Credit: ITV)
Who is Amy Walsh?
Amy Victoria Walsh is a British actress, best known for playing Tracy Robinson in Emmerdale. The 37-year-old actress joined the soap when she was 26 years old.
She has previously admitted that she actually auditioned for the role of Rachel Breckle, before getting Tracy. But that character ultimately went to Gemma Oaten.
Before Amy joined Emmerdale, she was in the fourth series of Hollyoaks Later, the Channel 4 Hollyoaks spin-off.
Amy’s famous siblings
Amy is the youngest of four children, born to John and Diane Walsh. And it seems she’s not the only one who is in the spotlight.
One of her sisters, Kimberly Walsh, is a member of a huge pop girl group, Girls Aloud. The band recently embarked on a reunion tour, which Amy publicly supported and attended.
But Kimberly isn’t the only famous sibling of Amy’s. Her other sister, Sally Walsh actually featured in Emmerdale way before Amy. From the year 1997 until 2000, Sally played the character Lyn Hutchinson.
The famous sisters were raised in Allerton in Bradford, alongside their brother, Adam.
Amy and Toby-Alexander have been in a relationship since 2020 (Credit: ITV)
Is Amy in a relationship?
Amy went public with her EastEnders star boyfriend Toby-Alexander Smith in 2020.
Toby is best known for his role of Gray Atkins in EastEnders from 2019 until 2022.
While the pair were private with their relationship at the beginning, over time, they have shared more photos with each other.
The couple announced their engagement in 2022, before tying the knot in August 2023.
When was Amy Walsh pregnant?
Amy Walsh was pregnant back in 2021. She and Toby announced that Amy was pregnant in September that year.
Amy had previously revealed she had been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovaries Syndrome at the age of 20 and so she was surprised she was able to get pregnant so quickly.
Their daughter, Bonnie Mae was born in December 2021.
Amy took time out of Emmerdale for her maternity leave, but once she came back, she has remained ever since.
She has previously spoke on Lorraine about the struggles of balancing being a new mum and also working as an actress.
Speaking of the difficulty, she said: “I went full throttle into a massive storyline. I barely saw either of them. And then he [Toby] flew to Bulgaria for a film. It’s constantly like that. It is a struggle.
“I don’t have family around me to help. It’s tricky, but you do it.”
Amy Walsh fell pregnant in 2021 (Credit: ITV)
Amy Walsh’s career away from Emmerdale
Emmerdale isn’t the only place you may have spotted Amy on your screens over the years.
And it also seems acting isn’t her only talent. In 2023 she took part in the eighteenth series of Celebrity MasterChef. Amy successfully made it right to the final of the show. But just at the end, she lost to Wynne Evans.
A lot of years ago she also featured on an episode of Family Fortunes, as her sister, Kimberly was playing.
It was also announced last year that she would star beside her husband in an upcoming movie – that he wrote himself.
More recently, Amy, alongside Emmerdale and other soap co-stars started their own reality TV show, Drama Queens. Throughout the series, they would allow the cameras a behind the scenes glimpse at their lives away from the soaps.
Emmerdale usually airs weeknights at 7.30pm on ITV, with an early release at 7am on ITVX.
Classic Emmerdale usually airs weekdays at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm on ITV3.
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In Emmerdale, Aaron Dingle is working to cover up the death of Anthony, and now fans are worried that Danny Miller is leaving.
Last week, Aaron attacked Anthony in the Depot and then worked to move his dead body with boyfriend John.
But, could Danny Miller be leaving the soap as Aaron? Here’s all we know about a potential exit. Eek…
Anthony was killed (Credit: ITV)
Aaron attacked Anthony in Emmerdale
Last week in the Dales, Anthony stumbled into the Depot to meet up with Steph after being whacked on the head with a candlestick by Laurel and after almost being shot by Caleb.
Just when he thought he had reached safety, he got an unwelcome surprise when he came face to face with Aaron. Aaron had caught wind of Anthony’s abuse of Ruby, with haunting memories of his dad Gordon flooding back in his mind.
Aaron then attacked Anthony but vowed not to kill him. He (and many viewers) wanted to see him rot in prison.
But, Aaron was pushed to the edge and kept on punching him… and punching him.
Quickly legging it after realising the extent of what he’d done, Aaron then headed back to the Depot but this time with John by his side.
John confirmed that Anthony had died and then helped Aaron wrap his body up and dispose of it. Such a romantic gesture.
Is Danny leaving the role? (Credit: ITV)
Everything we know about a Danny Miller potential exit as Aaron
At the moment, John and Aaron are working on a plan to get rid of the evidence that points them towards Anthony’s death.
They’re working to get rid of any trace of his car and body. But, if this backfires, Aaron AND John could be both looking at a lengthy prison sentence. And, fans are worried Danny Miller’s Aaron could soon be departing from our screens as a result.
One fan commented: “Getting anxiety thinking of the possibility that Aaron could go to prison for this… The only upside being that Robert is in there.”
Another wrote: “I wonder what’s going to happen? Please don’t let Aaron go to jail. I knew John had a load of secrets when he arrived. This is going to get very dark.”
A third person also added: “They can’t do that to us! Pleaseeeee don’t let Aaron get sent down!”
As it stands, the soap hasn’t announced an exit for Danny Miller as Aaron. Thankfully. But, Aaron’s definitely found himself in a sticky situation. Things could get messy.
Prison is always a possibility in a storyline like this. But, can Aaron manage to cover his tracks? Or, will he get caught and exit the soap?
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The Emmerdale cast 2025 is full of iconic characters and legends who we’ll certainly remember forever. From the mighty Dingle clan to the Tates, Sugdens and Kings, plus newcomers like the Fox-Miligans, there’s undoubtedly plenty of families in town competing for the crown of the best.
We’ve already had some departures this year and it’s ever-changing in Soapland. So, if you’re after a complete list of everyone in the Emmerdale cast in 2025, then look no further.
The Emmerdale cast 2025 – the A’s!
Forgiveness is one part of Christianity Charles needs to work on (Credit: ITV)
Charles Anderson – Kevin Mathurin
Charles Anderson is the vicar at Emmerdale’s village church St Mary’s and also the father of Ethan and Naomi. He made his first appearance on December 25 2020 when he married Chas Dingle and Paddy Kirk. The character is played by actor Kevin Mathurin, a former student of the prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School. His previous roles include Rillington Place, Doctors and Hooligan Escape.
Charles’ mother, Claudette Anderson in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Claudette Anderson – Flo Wilson
Claudette Anderson is Charles’s formidable mother and lives with him at Woodbine Cottage. She came to the village on May 25 2023. Claudette is portrayed by actress Flo Wilson, who has appeared in Emmerdale three times previously as different characters.
Formerly Wyatt, Amy married Matty earlier this year (Credit: ITV)
Matty Barton is the son of Moira Barton and new husband of Amy Wyatt. The soap’s first transgender character, Matty was assigned female at birth and during his early years in the village was known as Hannah Barton. Actor Ash Palmisciano has played Matty since 2018 and is, like his character, a transgender male. His other credits include Mum and Boy meets Girl.
It’s time for Ross to return (Credit: ITV)
Ross Barton – Michael Parr
After an absence of six years, Michael Parr has returned to the Emmerdale cast to reprise his role as Ross Barton. Ross was the ultimate bad boy and always up to no good. But he is trying to change his ways – being a dad to Moses and helping in the search for April Windsor. Though he’s still giving out a good hiding – mostly where it’s deserved (we’re looking at you Mackenzie) every now and then.
Rodney in Emmerdale looks keen and ready to go (Credit: ITV)
Mack Boyd has faced death more times than most! (Credit: ITV)
Mackenzie Boyd – Lawrence Robb
Mackenzie ‘Mack’ Boyd was introduced as the long-lost brother of Moira Dingle in October 2020. He’s a mechanic and farmer by trade and works with his brother-in-law Cain Dingle at Barton and Dingle Automotives and also on Moira’s farm. Mack married Charity Dingle in 2023 and then became a father to Reuben Harris on the same day after a one-night stand with his mum, Chloe. He’s played by Scottish actor Lawrence Robb.
Jai is Archie’s dad (Credit: ITV)
Archie Breckle – Kai Assi
Archie was conceived during a one-night stand between Rachel Breckle and Jai Sharma in 2012. He and his mum left the village after a vicious custody battle, but Rachel died in 2019 and Archie came back to live with his dad. Archie is played by Kai Assi, who took over the role from Aadam Wahab Shahzad and Liyana Shahza.
The doctor will see you now, Liam Cavanagh (Credit: ITV)
Liam Cavanagh – Jonny McPherson
Doctor Liam Cavanagh is the village GP and works at Brook Cottage Surgery. He made occasional appearances in the village between 2014 – 2017, before becoming a regular character in 2018. Liam was previously married to murderer Maya Stepney and Leyla Harding, and is currently in a relationship with Chas Dingle. The character is portrayed by Jonny McPherson, who used to date his co-star Natalie J Robb.
The Emmerdale cast 2025 – D is for Dingle!
Brooding Aaron in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Aaron Dingle – Danny Miller
Aaron Dingle has been one of the soap’s central characters since actor Danny Miller took over the role in 2008. The character is the son of Chas Dingle and estranged husband of Robert Sugden, who’s currently serving time in prison for murder. Other than Emmerdale, Danny is best known for his roles in dramas such as Lightfields and for being crowned King of the Castle in the 21st series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Traumatised Belle has had a rotten 2024 (Credit: ITV)
Belle Dingle – Eden Taylor-Draper
Belle Dingle – as she will always be to us – is the youngest daughter of Zak Dingle and his late wife, Lisa Dingle, and the wife of Tom King. She has six half-siblings – Nathan, the late Ben and Butch, Sam, Cain and Tina Dingle. Belle was born in the pigsty of her family home on Christmas Day 1998 and grew up in the village. She was part of one of Emmerdale’s biggest storylines of the year in 2024 – her domestic abuse at the hands of Tom. Since 2005, Belle has been played by Eden Taylor-Draper.
The new head of the Dingles, Cain (Credit: ITV)
Cain Dingle – Jeff Hordley
Cain Dingle has been the bad boy of Emmerdale village since his arrival in 2000. He’s best known for his criminal activities, on/off relationship with cousin Charity Dingle and his marriage to Moira. Cain is a dad of four to Debbie Dingle, Nate Robinson, Kyle Winchester and Isaac Dingle. He’s played by Jeff Hordley, who DJs in his spare time and is married to fellow Emmerdale star Zoe Henry (Rhona Goskirk).
Emma Atkins plays Charity Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Charity Dingle – Emma Atkins
Charity Dingle is the current landlady of The Woolpack, wife of Mackenzie Boyd and mum to daughter Debbie and her three sons, Ryan, Noah and Moses. She’s been married three times previously and been imprisoned on more than two occasions. Emma Atkins has portrayed Charity since 2000 and has starred in over 2700 episodes to date.
The First Lady of the Woolpack, Chas (Credit: ITV)
Chas Dingle – Lucy Pargeter
Chas Dingle is the much-loved manager of The Woolpack and has been a resident of the Dales since 2002. She’s the daughter of the late Shadrach Dingle and Faith Dingle, ex-wife of Paddy, half-sister to Cain and cousin/best mate of Charity. Chas is mum to Aaron and daughter Eve, her first born daughter, Grace, sadly passed away in 2018. The feisty character is played by actress Lucy Pargeter, who’s a former pop star and contestant on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Cute little Eve Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Eve Dingle – Bella James
Born in 2019, Eve is the daughter of Paddy and Chas Dingle. She was born in the Woolpack toilets after Chas got locked in. Everyone had thought Eve would be a boy after Bear Wolf read the gender test results wrong! Eve is played by Bella James.
Isaac Dingle is winning hearts in the Emmerdale cast of 2024 (Credit: ITV)
Isaac Dingle – Bobby Dunsmoir
Fast becoming a fan favourite, young Isaac Dingle is the son of Moira and Cain. He was born in a barn after Moira went into labour during a confrontation with Emma Barton. She hadn’t even known she was pregnant! Isaac is a lover of animals and was distraught when his pet lamb, Minty died. Bobby Dunsmoir plays Isaac.
Cleaner extraordinaire and survivor, Lydia (Credit: ITV)
Lydia Dingle – Karen Blick
Lydia Dingle is the wife of Sam Dingle and stepmum to Samson Dingle. She arrived in the village in 2016 and works as a local cleaner. She has forged an unlikely friendship with lady of the manor Kim Tate. The character is played by Leeds-born actress Karen Blick, who previously played an unnamed nurse in Emmerdale in 2006.
Our Mandy is priceless (Credit: ITV)
Mandy Dingle – Lisa Riley
Mandy Dingle made her arrival to the village back almost 30 years ago, and has lived there on and off since. She’s the new wife of Paddy Dingle after they married for a second time in 2024. Mandy has one son, Vinny, who she adopted after his father and her ex, Paul walked out on them when he was a youngster. Actress Lisa Riley has played Mandy since 1995. She’s a former presenter of You’ve Been Framed!, panellist on Loose Women and competed in the tenth series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Chef Marlon is worried a lot lately (Credit: ITV)
Marlon Dingle – Mark Charnock
Marlon Dingle is The Woolpack’s resident chef and one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving characters. He came to live in the village in 1996 and is best known for his iconic bromance with Paddy Kirk. Marlon is married to local vet Rhona Goskirk, with whom he shares son Leo Goskirk. He’s also dad to daughter April Windsor. Marlon is played by actor Mark Charnock, whose previous roles include Cadfael and Coronation Street. In 2023 he was awarded the British Soap Award for Outstanding Achievement.
Emmerdale’s Moira has a lot on her plate (Credit: ITV)
Moira Dingle – Natalie J Robb
Moira Dingle is the wife of Cain Dingle, and mum to Matty Barton and Isaac Dingle. A farmer by trade, she was introduced to the show in 2009 as part of a new family. Moira has been at the thick of many a scandal over the years, including several extra marital affairs. Currently battling a brain tumour, she has no idea her husband cheated on her while she was undergoing surgery. She’s portrayed by Scottish actress Natalie J Robb, a former child star and pop singer.
Young Moses is not happy with his dad right now (Credit: ITV)
Moses Dingle – Arthur Cockcroft
Charity’s youngest son, Moses, first appeared in June 2015, but the baby’s father remained a mystery. Charity was in prison at the time and handed over her newborn to daughter Debbie to look after. Debbie believed Cain was the daddy, but in fact it was Ross Barton. Moses is played by Arthur Cockcroft.
Bad boy turned good, Noah Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Noah Dingle – Jack Downham
Noah Dingle is the eldest son of Charity Dingle and the late Chris Tate. He was born in 2004 when Charity was serving time in prison after being framed for the murder of his father. Noah’s teenage years have been filled with drama, and he’s had his own stint behind bars for stalking. The character has been played by actor Jack Downham since 2009.
Things haven’t always been easy for Paddy (Credit: ITV)
Paddy Dingle – Dominic Brunt
Paddy Dingle is Emmerdale’s kind-hearted vet and a partner at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. He’s the son of Bear Wolf, estranged husband of Chas Dingle, dad to their daughter Eve Dingle and father figure to Leo Goskirk and Aaron Dingle. Paddy is currently re-married to ex-wife Mandy Dingle. A friend to many, Paddy has treated the locals’ beloved pets and even helped deliver a few human babies along the way. Actor Dominic Brunt has played Paddy since 1997 and starred in over 3000 episodes.
Poor Sam has coped with a lot (Credit: ITV)
Sam Dingle – James Hooton
Sam Dingle is the longest-serving Dingle in Emmerdale, having lived in the village for nearly 30 years. He’s the husband of Lydia Dingle, father of Samson Dingle and grandfather to Esther Spencer. Sam’s defining storyline when he helped his cancer-stricken first wife, Alice, to die. The character is portrayed by James Hooton, whose roles pre-Emmerdale included Peak Practice, The Bill, Heartbeat and Touching Evil.
We’ve seen the last of Samson for a while (Credit: ITV)
Samson Dingle – Sam Hall
Samson Dingle is the son of Sam Dingle and the late Alice Dingle. Born in 2006, Samson has spent his whole life in the village. He became a dad at the tender age of 16 when Amelia Spencer gave birth to their daughter Esther, who was the result of a one-night stand. Samson is currently in prison, but is still mentioned regularly. Actor Sam Hall joined the cast in 2009 and was the fourth actor to play Samson.
Nervous Vinny is a Dingle by association (Credit: ITV)
Vinny Dingle – Bradley Johnson
Vinny Dingle is the son of the late Paul Ashdale. He was raised by Paul’s former partner Mandy Dingle, who he considers to be his mother. Vinny is also the widower of Liv Flaherty, who was tragically killed in October 2022. He works as a scrap dealer at Holey Scrap and is a whizz at poker. Vinny is played by Bradley Johnson, an English actor and singer who was a finalist on the BBC talent show Let it Shine.
Zak Dingle will forever be in our hearts in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Zak Dingle – Steve Halliwell
Although Zak Dingle no longer appears on screen, due to actor Steve Halliwell’s death last year, he is still very much a part of the Emmerdale cast of 2024. He is set to die off-screen this month, but will forever remain in our hearts as the patriarch of the Dingle family.
The cast of Emmerdale 2025 – F to H
Billy’s fighting for his family (Credit: ITV)
Billy Fletcher – Jay Kontzle
Billy Fletcher is a reformed bad boy and the husband of Dawn Fletcher. He’s the father of Evan Fletcher, adoptive dad to Dawn’s son Lucas and special guardian of Lucas’s half-sister, Clemmie. Billy was introduced to the soap on Christmas Day 2018 and is played by actor Jay Kontzle.
Dawn’s about to embark on an extra-marital affair (Credit: ITV)
Dawn Fletcher – Olivia Bromley
Dawn Fletcher is the daughter of Will Taylor and his ex-wife Rose Jackson. A former drug addict and prostitute, Dawn had a difficult upbringing but has successfully managed to turn her life around. She’s a devoted wife and mother of three. The character has been played by Olivia Bromley since 2018.
Little Evan is battling leukaemia (Credit: ITV)
Evan Fletcher – Malachi McKenzie
The son of Dawn and Billy Fletcher was born in December 2023 to complete their family. However, tragedy struck when Evan was diagnosed with leukaemia earlier in 2023. He is undergoing intense treatment that has shaken the Fletchers to the core, but the prognosis is good. Evan is played by Malachi McKenzie.
Vet’s receptionist Ella revealed a dark past in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Ella Forster – Paula Lane
Ella Forster is one of Emmerdale’s newest arrivals and has been harbouring big secrets about her past. She’s the receptionist at the vet surgery and is currently in a relationship with local doctor Liam Cavanagh. But the village was rocked earlier tin 2024 when it was revealed Ella had killed her best friend when she was a child. Ella is played by mum-of-two Paula Lane, who is known to millions for her role as Coronation Street’s Kylie Platt.
It’s been a quiet time for Jacob (Credit: ITV)
Jacob Gallagher – Joe-Warren Plant
Jacob Gallagher is the biological son of Leyla Harding and Justin Gallagher. He’s the adoptive son of Alicia Harding, stepson of David Metcalfe and brother to Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Actor Joe-Warren Plant joined the cast in 2010 when he was just eight-years-old. He was also a contestant on the 2021 series of Dancing On Ice, but had to withdraw from the competition after testing positive for Covid.
Leo Goskirk – Harvey Rogerson
Born on May 31 2011, 13-year-old Leo is the son of Rhona Goskirk and Marlon Dingle. She discovered she was pregnant after she and Marlon broke up, but they co-parented together. During a scan they learned Leo had Down syndrome. Leo is played by Harvey Rogerson, who took over the role from Harry Whittaker, who sadly died aged three in 2014.
Rhona’s mum has been a welcome addition to the Emmerdale cast (Credit: ITV)
Mary Goskirk – Louise Jameson
Mary Goskirk is the mum of Rhona Goskirk and grandmother to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. She currently resides at Tall Trees with her family. Mary is played by Louise Jameson, a successful television and theatre actress. Her credits include Doctor Who, Bergerac, and she’s still known to many as playing Rosa di Marco in BBC soap EastEnders between 1998-2000.
Village vet Rhona (Credit: ITV)
Rhona Goskirk – Zoe Henry
Rhona Goskirk is one of the village vets and works at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. She is the daughter of Mary Goskirk, wife of Marlon and mum to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. The character has overcome huge battles in her life, including drug addiction and is a survivor of domestic abuse. Actress Zoe Henry has played Rhona on and off since 2001, and is the wife of her Emmerdale co-star Jeff Hordley (aka Cain Dingle).
We’ll be waving goodbye to Leyla soon (Credit: ITV)
Leyla Harding – Roxy Shahidi
Leyla Harding is the estranged wife of Doctor Liam Cavanagh and the mother of Jacob Gallagher. She works as a wedding planner at Take A Vow alongside Suzy Merton and lives at Farrers Barn. Leyla is played by actress Roxy Shahidi. She joined the cast permanently in August 2008, having previously appeared in the soap as shop assistant Lila Wray two years previously.
Young Carl certainly has a big role right now in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Carl Holliday – Charlie Munro Joyce
Juliette Holliday arrived in Emmerdale in 2014 heavily pregnant and explaining to Jimmy King there had been a mix-up at the fertility clinic and she was therefore carrying his baby! Carl was delivered by Nicola and Jimmy shortly afterwards. Juliette struggled to cope with parenthood and after some back and forth, gave Carl to the Kings to raise permanently. Charlie Munro Joyce is the actor who plays him.
Joker Bob can also do the tough scenes too (Credit: ITV)
2024 has been a difficult year for Cathy (Credit: ITV)
Cathy Hope – Gabrielle Dowling
Cathy Hope is the daughter of Bob Hope and his late wife, Viv. She is also the twin sister of the late Heath Hope, who was killed in a car accident on New Year’s Day 2024. Cathy has been played by Gabrielle Dowling since 2007.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – K is for King!
Rebecca Bakes will return as Angel (Credit: ITV)
Angelica King – Rebecca Bakes
The daughter of Jimmy and Nicola King, Angelica – or Angel – as she is commonly known, was born prematurely in 2009. After being kidnapped at birth by crazed Lexi Nicholls, Angel was soon returned safely. Now 15, she has recently returned from a youth offenders home after joy riding at New Year and killing Heath Hope.
Hapless Jimmy never quite gets it right (Credit: ITV)
Jimmy King – Nick Miles
Jimmy King is the is the longest-serving member of the King family and the only surviving son of the late Tom King. The husband of Nicola King and father of Elliot Windsor, Angelica King and Carl Holliday, the character, played by actor Nick Miles, was introduced in 2004. Jimmy was originally something of a cold-hearted businessman, but over the years has changed into devoted family man.
Businesswoman Nicola makes it her business to know everything! (Credit: ITV)
Nicola King – Nicola Wheeler
Nicola King is the wife of Jimmy King, daughter of Rodney Blackstock and mum to Angelica King. Much like her husband, Nicola has undergone a huge transformation during her time in the village. Once a party girl who was careless with other people’s feelings, Nicola has since blossomed into a successful businesswoman and valued member of the community. The character has been played by actress Nicola Wheeler since 2001.
He might be in prison, but there’s always a chance he could come back (Credit: ITV)
Tom King – James Chase
Thomas ‘Tom’ King is the son of the late Carl King and Colleen King, older brother of Anya King and the husband of Belle. Tom was named after his paternal grandfather and followed in his late Uncle Max’s footsteps by becoming a vet. However he is certainly following in his father’s abusive footsteps after making Belle’s life hell in 2024. The character has been played by four different actors since 2004, most recently portrayed by James Chase. Tom is serving time in prison for domestic violence and coercive control, but James has admitted a return in the near future is possible.
Out-there Gail is a breath of fresh air (Credit: ITV)
Gail Loman – Rachael Gill-Davis
Gail Loman is the outspoken girlfriend of Ryan Stocks, and the pair are parents to Oscar Grisham, who they gave up for adoption when he was a baby. She was made a permanent character in the soap in 2023 and works as a barmaid in The Woolpack. Gail is played by Rachael Gill-Davis, whose only other TV credit is Coronation Street.
Ivy Malcolms – Alice Mauve
Played by Alice Mauve, Ivy Malcolms is the baby at the centre of Rhona and Marlon’s custody battle with her ex, Gus. Ivy was conceived after Gus stole Rhona’s embryos to have a baby with his new wife. Sadly she died in childbirth and Rhona then wanted the baby who was biologically hers. After many court battles, Gus was sent to prison for eight years for fraud and therefore Rhona and Marlon are bringing up Ivy.
Suzy is with Vanessa, but should she be with Mary? (Credit: ITV)
Suzy Merton – Martelle Edinburgh
Event planner Suzy Merton works at Take A Vow and also the current love interest of Vanessa Woodfield. However there are many who believe she’s far better suited to Mary Goskirk. Suzy has been an Emmerdale local since 2022 and is played by Martelle Edinborough, who has had two previous stints in the soap as different characters.
Caleb Miligan is the son of the late Faith Dingle and was conceived during her affair with millionaire Frank Tate. He is the husband of Ruby Fox-Miligan and dad to their son, Nicky Miligan. He’s also the half-brother of Cain and Chas Dingle, both of whom he grew up estranged from. Caleb is played by William Ash, who has starred in popular dramas such as Solider Soldier and Where the Heart Is.
Caleb’s wife steals every scene she’s in – especially after her abuse trauma has been revealed (Credit: ITV)
The arrival of Steph caused lots of trouble for Ruby (Credit: ITV)
Steph Miligan – Georgia Jay
Steph joined the soap in 2024 as Ruby and Caleb’s estranged daughter. She had not seen her parents in years, resenting them for packing her off to boarding school when she was a teenager. The devastating truth is that Steph’s real father is not Caleb, but in fact her maternal grandfather, Anthony Fox, who raped Ruby when she was 16. Steph doesn’t yet know the truth. Actress Georgia Jay is a relative newcomer and fans were so impressed by her casting they are always wondering if she and on-screen mum Beth Cordingly are related.
The cast of Emmerdale 2025 – P to R
Pollard was bad, then good, then bad for a bit, now good again (Credit: ITV)
Eric Pollard – Chris Chittell
Eric Pollard has been bringing drama to the Dales for a whopping 38 years. Pollard as he known to millions, is renowned for his villainous, scheming ways. He is the widower of Val Pollard, father of David Metcalfe and grandfather of Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Actor Chris Chittell is the soap’s longest-serving actor and is married to his co-star Lesley Dunlop (who plays Brenda Walker).
Young Clemmie lives with Billy and Dawn (Credit: ITV)
Clemmie Reed – Mabel Addison
Dawn and Billy Fletcher adopted Clemmie after discovering she was the half-sister of Dawn’s son, Lucas. Clemmie’s mother was a drug addict who had died and Dawn found Clemmie sleeping in a dog bed in a kitchen in a random drug den. She consequently took her home and has cared for her ever since. Clemmie is played by Mabel Addison.
Little Frankie hasn’t seen her dad in quite a while (Credit: ITV)
Cheating Tracy has lost everything this year (Credit: ITV)
Tracy Robinson – Amy Walsh
Tracy Robinson is the estranged wife of Nate Robinson, half-sister of Vanessa Woodfield and mum to Frankie Robinson. A former prostitute and thief, Tracy was something of a troublemaker when she first came to the village, but has since mellowed. She was previously married to David Metcalfe. Actress Amy Walsh has just celebrated a decade in the Dales. She’s the sister of Girls Aloud star Kimberley and is married to former EastEnders’ actor Toby-Alexander Smith.
A messy divorce makes Jai the bad guy (Credit: ITV)
Jai Sharma – Christopher Bisson
Jai Sharma is a businessman and the son of Amit Sharma and Georgia Sharma. He’s the half-brother of Nikhil, Priya, Suni, and Nisha Sharma and the father of Mia Macey, Archie Breckle and Eliza Macey. In 2023 he married his long-term girlfriend, Laurel Thomas and the couple lived together at Mulberry Cottage until their break-up in 2024. Actor Chris Bisson, who previously played Vikram Desai in Coronation Street, joined the Emmerdale cast in 2009.
Dr Manpreet helps the villagers (Credit: ITV)
Manpreet Sharma – Rebecca Sarker
Manpreet Sharma works as a General Practitioner at Brook Cottage Surgery. She’s the ex-wife of Rishi Sharma and ex-partner of local vicar Charles Anderson. She’s also the sister of infamous serial killer Meena Julta. Manpreet is portrayed by Rebecca Sarker, who joined the show in 2018. Before Emmerdale she was best known for her year-long stint in Coronation Street, playing Nita Desai.
Charity’s long-lost son now co-owns the pub with her (Credit: ITV)
Ryan Stocks – James Moore
Charity’s long-lost son Ryan first appeared on June 5 2018. Ryan was conceived after Charity was raped by DI Bails. She had thought Ryan had died at birth, but in fact he survived and was adopted by the midwife, Irene Stocks. He now co-owns the Woolpack with Charity and is in a relationship with Gail Loman. Ryan has ataxic cerebral palsy and actor James Moore who plays him also has the condition. He is a huge advocate for disability representation in the media.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – S is for Sugden!
Harry Sugden – Adam Pryor
Harry Sugden – played by Adam Pryor – was conceived when his mum Victoria Sugden was raped by Lee Posner. She decided to keep the baby, despite her fears he would turn out like his father. However she immediately fell in love with Harry when she gave birth to him on January 1 2020.
Fragile Sarah has a life-limiting condition (Credit: ITV)
Sarah Sugden – Katie Hill
Sarah Sugden is the daughter of Debbie Dingle and Andy Sugden. She was born in 2005 and has largely grown up in the village. She lives with her grandmother Charity Dingle and her family in Jacobs Fold and is training to be a mechanic. Sarah has Fanconi Aneamia, which is a life-limiting condition. She is currently in the early stages of a relationship with Jacob Gallagher. Since 2017 the character has been played by actress Katie Hill.
Newcomer John is a secret Sugden (Credit: ITV)
John Sugden – Oliver Farnworth
The secret son of Jack Sugden, John joined the cast of Emmerdale earlier in 2024. He was moody, brooding and miserable, but Victoria wanted to get to know her half-brother. He was also hooking up with Aaron Dingle, the ex of his half-brother Robert Sugden! Talk about complicated! It was revealed John has been in the army and suffered the devastating loss of his friend, Aidan. John now works as a paramedic for the doctor’s surgery. Oliver Farnworth, who used to play Andy Carver in Coronation Street, took on the role of John.
A newfound brother has given Victoria newfound purpose (Credit: ITV)
Victoria Sugden – Isabel Hodgins
Victoria Sugden is the longest-serving member of the iconic Sugden family living in Emmerdale. She’s spent her whole life in the village since being born there in March 1994. Victoria is the daughter of the late Jack Sugden and his second wife, Sarah. She’s mum to three-year-old son Harry and works as a chef at The Hide. Isabel Hodgins has played the character since 2006 and is one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving cast members.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – T is for Tate!
Smouldering Joe is seducing Dawn (Credit: ITV)
Joe Tate – Ned Porteous
Gorgeous schemer Joe Tate made a dramatic return to Emmerdale on Christmas Eve 2024. He had been plotting with Kim’s husband Will Taylor to take down the Queen, but when Will died, Joe swooped in as Kim’s saviour. He claims to be all about family now, but he’s likely still working behind Kim’s back. He’s also getting jiggy with married Dawn Fletcher, so is he as changed a man as he seems? Ned Porteous reprised his role as Joe last year.
Ms Tate is an Emmerdale icon (Credit: ITV)
Kim Tate – Claire King
Kim Tate is the irrepressible owner of Home Farm, a soap queen and legendary Superbitch. She is the only original member of the original Tate family line-up. Kim is the mother of Jamie Tate and grandmother to his daughter Millie and his son, Thomas Tate. Actress Claire King has played Kim on and off since 1989. She’s also had memorable roles in prison drama Bad Girls and played Erica Holroyd in Coronation Street between 2014-2017
Thomas Tate – Bertie Brotherton
Three-year-old Thomas is the son of Gabby Thomas and Jamie Tate. He was conceived after a one-night stand, but Jamie made it clear he did not want to be a part of his son’s life and even faked his own death to prove it! Kim, however, wanted her grandson in her life and signed 20 percent of what she owned to Gabby, provided the baby was named Tate! Thomas is played by Bertie Brotherton.
Little Lucas is Dawn’s eldest son (Credit: ITV)
Lucas Taylor – Noah Ryan Aspinall
Dawn Taylor’s son, Lucas was taken away from her when she became addicted to drugs. When she got herself clean she then fought to get Lucas back and he now lives with her and husband Billy along with half-sister Clemmie and half-brother Evan. Noah Ryan Aspinall took over the role in 2021 from previous actor Dexter Ansell.
Teen Arthur is trying to find his place in the world (Credit: ITV)
Arthur Thomas – Alfie Clarke
Alfie Clarke has played Arthur Thomas since 2009 when he took over the role. The son of Laurel and Ashley was swapped at birth and the mistake was discovered after the other baby died of cot death. Arthur was reunited with his parents, but suffered devastation when Ashley died of early onset dementia in 2017. Arthur’s next big storyline came in 2022 when he came out as gay. He is currently having something of a teenage rebellion.
Rosie Bentham plays Gabby (Credit: ITV)
Gabby Thomas – Rosie Bentham
Gabby Thomas has packed a lot in her 22 years. She’s the daughter of the late Ashley Thomas and Bernice Blackstock, half-sister of Dee-Dee, Arthur and Dotty Thomas and the mother of Thomas Tate. Gabby is also Kim Tate’s protegee and the co-owner of the Hide. Emmerdale is actress Rose Bentham’s first television role and she’s played Gabby since 2016.
Dotty won’t remember her dad, Ashley (Credit: ITV)
Dotty Thomas – Tilly-Rue Foster
Laurel gave birth to her daughter with Ashley, Dotty, in midst of Ashley’s dementia diagnosis. He sadly didn’t remember Dotty was his at her christening. Dotty was named after Ashley’s mum, Sandy’s late wife, Dorothy. She is played by Tilly-Rue Foster.
Things aren’t looking rosey for Laurel right now (Credit: ITV)
Laurel Thomas – Charlotte Bellamy
Laurel Thomas has been a resident of Emmerdale since 2002. She’s divorced from Jai Sharma, and is mum to Arthur and Dotty Thomas, who she shared with her late husband Ashley Thomas. Laurel is a recovering alcoholic, but after a tough year seems to be fighting the lure of the bottle once again. Laurel is played by mum-of-three Charlotte Bellamy, who previously played a religious fanatic in EastEnders.
Emmerdale cast 2024 – last up, the Ws!
Losing Heath and dealing with Pollard’s behaviour has been too much for Brenda (Credit: ITV)
Cain’s son with Amy Wyatt is an accidental killer (Credit: ITV)
Kyle Winchester – Huey Quinn
Kyle is the son of Cain Dingle and Amy Barton. He was born in the local cemetery after Amy hid her pregnancy from everyone. She eventually gave Kyle up for adoption, but when his adoptive parents died she wanted him back. However he’d been left in the care of Joanie Wright. Kyle and Joanie moved to the village and Cain began to accept his son. In 2022, Cain went to prison after taking the blame when Kyle shot Al Chapman. Kyle, played by Huey Quinn, lives with Cain and Moira and Amy and Matty.
Rebellious April has been missing since Christmas (Credit: ITV)
April Windsor – Amelia Flanagan
April Windsor is the daughter of Marlon Dingle and the late Donna Windsor and the half-sister of Leo Goskirk. The character came to the Dales in 2014 and lives at Smithy Cottage. April attends the local secondary school and is friends with Cathy Hope. She went missing on Christmas Day 2024 and Marlon has been trawling the streets searching for her ever since. The character is played by Amelia Flanagan, who comes from a family of actors. Amelia’s sister Isabella and brother William both appear in Coronation Street as Hope Stape and Joseph Brown.
Elliot Windsor – Luca Hoyle
Elliot Windsor is the son of Jimmy King and Kelly Windsor. Jimmy only found out about him when Kelly moved back to the village and claimed he was their boy together. Kelly later decided to go to America with her new boyfriend and left Elliot with Jimmy and Nicola to bring up. She took him back again in 2012, but once again abandoned him with Jimmy in 2016. Luca Hoyle took over the role in 2016.
Paddy’s dad likes a beard trim! (Credit: ITV)
Bear Wolf – Joshua Richards
Bear Wolf is a former wrestler, but despite his ferocious name, is a complete softie at heart. He’s the father of Paddy Dingle and grandfather of Eve Dingle. He’s been a local in the village since February 2019 and lives in Tenant House. Bear is played by Joshua Richards, whose other credits include Downton Abbey and The New Adventures of Robin Hood.
It’s been a while since Emmerdale cast member Vanessa has had a story of her own (Credit: ITV)
When Vanessa fell pregnant with Johnny she didn’t know if Adam Barton or Kirin Kotecha was the father. A paternity test showed Adam was the dad, however it was soon revealed Kirin’s father Rakesh had faked the results and Kirin was the daddy after all. Vanessa’s partner at the time, Charity, then adopted Johnny in 2020. He is played by Jack Jennings.
Bad mum Kerry won’t be winning any awards for her parenting! (Credit: ITV)
Kerry Wyatt – Laura Norton
Wild Kerry Wyatt is the mum of Amy, but Amy was taken into foster care when she was young due to Kerry’s risky behaviour. Kerry has spent many years trying and messing up repairing their relationship, but things seem to be on a more even keel now. Kerry is played by Laura Norton.
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With the search for April Windsor heating up in Emmerdale, more police have been brought in to help, and one of them is a familiar face – former Coronation Street star Rhea Bailey.
April went missing on Christmas Day following a tough few weeks for the teen. Viewers saw April get into a mystery car, but there have been no sightings, leaving dad Marlon devastated.
Rhea Bailey appeared in Emmerdale tonight (Monday, December 30) as Anna, the family liaison officer on April’s case. Here’s the lowdown on the star.
Rhea Bailey as Anna in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Rhea Bailey in Emmerdale – the latest
After Marlon Dingle and Mary Goskirk had conducted yet another search for April, there was a knock at the door. The woman, played by Rhea Bailey, introduced herself as Anna, the family liaison officer.
However, she didn’t have the news the family were hoping for as she informed Marlon, Rhona and Mary that they had no new leads in the search for April.
Anna was interested in April’s state of mind before her disappearance, suggesting that she could have left of her own accord because she was upset after learning the truth about how her mum Donna Windsor died. This theory was supported by the search of the house, where they discovered there was money missing as well as some of April’s belongings.
Marlon lost his temper with Anna on a couple of occasions, but she remained calm as she tried to help the family through the difficult time.
Anna supported the family through an awful time when they were summoned into the hospital when Jacob informed them that a stabbing victim had come into A&E with April’s purse.
Marlon and Rhona were then told that the victim had died, needing to view the body to identify whether it was April or not. The couple didn’t know how to feel when they confirmed that it wasn’t April after all.
Anna apologised to the couple for this ordeal, continuing the quest to find missing April.
She made her Emmerdale entrance (Credit: ITV)
Early years and famous family
Rhea was born in Leeds on July 12, 1983. She is the younger sister of singer Corinne Bailey Rae – most famous for her hit Put Your Records On. The actress is engaged to Darren Everest of The Overtones.
Growing up in West Yorkshire, Rhea was just three years old when she told her mum she wanted to be an actress. At the age of 14, she was allowed to go to stage school. Her first big job came just two years later, when she landed the role of Emma in Children’s Ward.
The actress has appeared in many shows (Credit: Youtube)
Rhea Bailey in The Bill
Rhea starred in police drama The Bill between 2008 and 2010. She played PC Mel Ryder, who was described as “ballsy and straight-talking”.
Her notable storylines included when her younger brother Jordan was implicated in a stabbing over Christmas in 2008. Fortunately, for Mel, following the investigation, Jordan was able to walk free.
In 2010, Mel rescued a young boy from drowning in a flooded drain. She then became trapped, putting her life in jeopardy. However, she was rescued by Inspector Dale Smith, who received a hero’s reception for his troubles.
Caz was also a soldier, which meant that originally she was back and forth. During one of her visits, Caz became jealous of Kate’s friendship with Sophie Webster.
Caz became quite deranged and slightly unstable. On one occasion, she threatened Sophie and told her to stay away from Kate. This threat was ignored and Caz caught Kate and Sophie kissing – confirming her suspicions
Caz went back to the army. However, she soon returned to the Street, claiming she had injured her ankle. Kate agreed to look after Caz, but it was later revealed that Caz was faking the injury to get close to Kate again.
After Kate and Caz finally broke up, Caz became obsessed with Maria instead and proceeded to stalk her. Caz ended up setting Maria up for her own murder. The truth eventually came out and Caz was arrested.
Her Corrie character was eventually arrested (Credit: YouTube)
What else has Rhea Bailey been in?
Following her stint in Children’s Ward, Rhea starred in 9 episodes of soap Crossroads as Chloe Simms.
She has also appeared in episodes of Casualty, Cold Feet, Merseybeat, Donovan and Torchwood.
Other notable roles include 4 episodes of daytime soap Doctors in 2007, where she played a character called Stella Parkman. She also played DC Lisa Goodall in 6 episodes of Blue Murder in 2006.
In 2006, she landed the role of Yasmin Deardon in series 1 of school drama Waterloo Road. Yasmin’s twin brother was killed in a car crash caused by another student at the school, Donte Charles. Yasmin’s story arc saw her learn to forgive Donte.
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Mark Jordon, who plays Daz, came back for just one episode after five years away. So we thought it was time to recap everything we know about the actor, including why he left Emmerdale and where he’s been.
As PC Bellamy in Heartbeat, Mark appeared in more than 300 episodes (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Mark Jordon’s early career
After being a jobbing actor for a few years, Mark became a household name when he won the role of PC Phil Bellamy in the cosy 1990s drama Heartbeat. He played PC Bellamy from 1992 until 2007 and appeared in more than 300 episodes of the show!
He also played PC Bellamy in Heartbeat spin-off The Royal.
Mark’s appeared in Casualty, Holby City, Coronation Street, Hollyoaks and Doctors over the years.
And in 2014, he joined Emmerdale as troublesome Daz Spencer. His first stint in the soap wasn’t a long one, but in 2017 he returned, this time staying for two years.
Mark Jordon as Daz Spencer (Credit: ITV)
Mark’s personal life
Mark met his partner Laura Norton – who plays Kerry Wyatt – during his time at Emmerdale.
He had been married previously, to Happy Valley star Siobhan Finneran. Mark and Siobhan have two children together, who are now in their 20s – Poppy and Joseph. They divorced in 2014.
Children’s health battles
Mark and Laura have two young children. Both their son Jesse and their daughter Ronnie have been diagnosed with Usher Syndrome. Usher Syndrome is a rare genetic disease that affects hearing and vision.
Both Mark and Laura have become patrons of the Cure Usher Syndrome charity and have thrown themselves into raising awareness of the condition.
Mark was cleared of all charges (Credit: ITV)
Mark’s arrest
In 2018, Mark Jordon was accused of attacking Andrew Potts outside a pub called the Farrars Arms in Oldham.
A jury at Manchester’s Minshull Street Crown Court found the actor not guilty of affray, unlawful wounding and assault by beating. He had denied the charges and said he acted in self-defence.
Speaking outside court, Mark said he was pleased his “awful ordeal” had ended.
The jury members were told that Mark had been involved in a row which started in a beer garden, where Mark and Laura were celebrating their engagement.
The court heard that Andrew Potts had made what Mark said were “vile comments” about his daughter and CCTV footage showed Mr Jordon having to be held back as he tried to grab Andrew Potts’ phone.
Later, the pair came face to face again and jurors were told Mark Jordon bit Andrew Potts in a scuffle. He told the jury it was “not planned, regretful and in the moment”. Mark Jordon suffered a broken wrist.
Mark was written out of Emmerdale following the allegations. When the verdicts were read out, Mark Jordon was tearful, and speaking outside court later, he said he was looking forward to getting back to his career.
Since then he has appeared in ITV’s Yorkshire Ripper drama, The Long Shadow, on stage and now on Emmerdale once more.
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The jury is deliberating Tom’s fate in Emmerdale tonight and there’s a few familiar faces on it – including Charles Dale, who has a strong soap past.
Alongside Charles are Denise Welch and Jack Ellis, both of whom have really big soapy connections too.
But what about Charles? Some may know him as Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street, others as Big Mac in Casualty. Here’s the lowdown on the actor.
Denise Welch, Jack Ellis and Charles Dale are three of the jurors at Tom’s trial in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Charles Dale appears in Emmerdale
Foreman of the jury, Karl, is played by Charles Dale. He starts out believing Tom, but with Denise Welch’s Heidi adamant Tom is guilty, which way will it go?
Denise is very excited to be sharing the screen with Charles, having said: “I thoroughly enjoyed shooting this important episode of Emmerdale. To share the jury scenes with Charlie Dale and Jack Ellis and also to see lots of my Emmerdale mates made it a job to remember.”
Birth and early years
Actor Charles was born in Tenby, Pembrokshire, Wales on February 4 1963. His father ran a record shop in Tenby and both his parents were keen amateur actors.
Charles left school in 1979 and became an assistant stage manager at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven. He took on occasional acting roles, and moved to London, where he trained at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA).
Charles is currently 61 years old and he has one child.
A Coronation Street fave, Charles played Janice Battersby’s lover Dennis (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Charles Dale in Coronation Street
Despite only appearing in Emmerdale for a couple of episodes, Charles is a well-known soap face. Some will know him as Dennis Stringer in Coronation Street.
Dennis was a former Hells Angel who had been thrown out of the chapter after being forced to sell his motorbike to pay for his divorce. He arrived on Coronation Street in February 2000 when he met Les while doing community service.
Dennis ended up living with the Battersbys, but he soon moved in with Eileen Grimshaw after starting a relationship with her.
However in 2001, he fell for Janice Battersby and they began an affair. They eventually left their other halves but distraught Les reacted by driving his taxi to a wasteland and trying to gas himself inside.
Dennis went looking for him and discovered him unconscious. He managed to drag Les into his car and drove him to Weatherfield General.
But disaster struck when they were involved in a car accident. Les was unharmed, but Dennis was taken to intensive care. Although the crash team desperately tried to save him, Dennis died in hospital on January 2 2002.
Charles hasn’t ruled out a Big Mac return (Credit: BBC)
Big Mac in Casualty
Charles is a very recognisable face on British television. He has appeared in TV shows such as Lovejoy, Soldier Soldier, Bramwell, A Touch of Frost, New Tricks, Where the Heart is and Unforgotten. However he is perhaps best known for his role in Casualty.
The actor played Big Mac in the medical drama from November 2007 until June 2016. Big Mac was a hospital porter, but later became a healthcare assistant.
A veteran of the Falklands War, Big Mac felt hugely guilty at his own survival. He was sensitive and a bit grouchy!
His storylines included his heart attack in 2012 and being held hostage in 2014. Mac also stole pain medication from work and it was this that led to his eventual departure after eight and a half years on the show.
Big Mac resigned and left the ED in 2016. In 2021 he reprised the role for the show’s 35th anniversary. He only appeared in a cameo in Ethan Hardy’s dream. But when Charles was asked about a more permanent return to the wards by What to Watch, he said: “Never say never!”
Charles appeared in The Pembrokeshire Murders in 2021 (Credit: ITV)
What else has Charles Dale appeared in?
Charles continues to work in both theatre and TV. Fans of the 1997 John Simm drama The Lakes will recognise him as Chef.
The actor went on to play McGuire in At Home with the Braithwaites. He also played DS Gareth ‘Rambo’ Rees in ITV three-part drama The Pembrokeshire Murders in 2021.
Charles then starred in an episode of Shakespeare and Hathaway on BBC One in 2022. He also appeared in BBC drama Sherwood both in 2022 and again earlier this year.
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Tom King’s fate and Belle Dingle’s future hangs in the hands of the jury in Emmerdale tonight – and the jurors include Kenneth, played by Jack Ellis.
Jack is a well-known face to British TV fans having had roles in both Bad Girls and Coronation Street.
Here’s what we know about Jack.
Heidi, Kenneth and Karl are key players in the jury at Tom’s trial (Credit: ITV)
Jack Ellis in Emmerdale
The actor is joining the soap for a guest appearance during the trial of Tom King. He will appear as juror Kenneth, one of the 12 who will decide if Tom is innocent or guilty of abusing wife Belle.
Alongside Jack, Denise Welch and Charles Dale, will play Heidi and Karl. Karl is the foreman and very much Team Tom, while Heidi is totally on Belle’s side, with Denise saying: “My character Heidi was more emotionally involved so I felt that maybe she had experienced some form of domestic abuse herself.”
The Loose Women star also added: “To share the jury scenes with Charlie Dale and Jack Ellis and also to see lots of my Emmerdale mates made it a job to remember.”
So does Kenneth hold the key to whether Tom goes down?
Who is Jack Ellis?
Born John Stuart Ellis in London on June 4 1955, Jack is an actor in both television and theatre. He is 69 years old and has two children with his ex-wife Christine Kavanagh.
His son Theo is the bassist in bad Wolf Alice. He also has a daughter named Alice. Jack has two older brothers, both in the business too. Robin Ellis is an actor as well and Peter is a director.
As villain Jim Fenner in Bad Girls (Credit: ITV)
Bad Girls’ Jim Fenner
Jack is perhaps best known for playing Jim Fenner in ITV drama series, Bad Girls. Before this he also played Detective Inspector Muddyman in Prime Suspect and appeared in Heartbeat, Inspector Morse and Lewis, among others.
But Bad Girls was his first major part in 2006. He starred across seven series’ of the show as prison officer turned temporary governor Jim Fenner.
Fenner was a villain who made the inmates lives very difficult. He was put in prison himself at one point for death by dangerous driving until his wife falsified evidence to get him out. It meant he could return to his job at G-Wing and continue to terrorise the women.
He was responsible for the death of long-time nemesis Yvonne Atkins (played by EastEnders’ Linda Henry) after he locked her in a disused cell and left her to die.
After several attempts on his life by various inmates – including poisoned candles, drink spiking, a poisoned cheese straw and a poisoned thorn, he met his maker when Julie Johnston stabbed him in the throat with an icicle.
Harry Mason and wife Clarissa in Coronation Street (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Jack Ellis in Coronation Street
In December 2007, Jack joined Coronation Street as bookie Harry Mason. He and his son Dan took over the local betting shop. Harry soon started wooing Liz McDonald after his arrival in town. But she was married and reluctant to start an affair behind husband Vernon’s back.
However when she and Vernon split, they did start a romance – much to the disgust of Harry’s ex-wife Clarissa. Harry got back together with Clarissa, but then started an affair with Liz!
Liz and Clarissa then teamed up for revenge and took incriminating photos of Harry in just his underwear. Clarissa agreed to take him back as long as they left Weatherfield forever and started a new life elsewhere. They departed Weatherfield on September 26 2008.
Theatre work
Jack’s acting mainly consists of theatre work now. He starred in Sam Mendes directed Richard III alongside Kevin Spacey. He also toured in a production of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations.
The Crucible and The Shawshank Redemption are other plays he has to his name.
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Emmerdale star Beth Cordingly has responded to rumours that her character Ruby Fox-Miligan is set to leave the Dales.
Ruby has taken centre stage in recent Emmerdale episodes, with viewers heaping praise on Beth Cordingly for her portrayal of Ruby. But recent reports suggesting she may soon be leaving the soap have had fans worried.
However, the actress has now posted a video to Instagram and responded to the rumours.
Ruby has become a fan favourite (Credit: ITV)
Beth Cordingly responds to exit rumours
In an Instagram video, the actress has reassured fans that she isn’t going anywhere.
“Hi, I just wanted to clear something up because loads of people keep contacting me and saying, ‘Oh I hear you’re leaving the show’,” she said.
She added: “There’s some sort of fake news article going round saying all sorts of stuff. For the record, if I’m allowed to say this, I’m not leaving the show at the moment – as far as I know – I’m having a really lovely time.
“I adore my job, and I definitely don’t feel I’ve been mistreated by any producers. I’m being treated very well and I’m having a lovely time.”
Her followers shared their relief at the news. One fan said: “You’re never allowed to leave… Best Emmerdale casting in years, absolutely love Ruby!”
Another viewer wrote: “Love your character in Emmerdale you are a brilliant actress and I love all of Ruby’s outfits,” while many others praised the star for her acting during the current hard-hitting storyline.
Devastating scenes revealed Ruby had been abused (Credit: ITV)
What happened to Ruby in Emmerdale?
Since arriving in the village at the start of the year, Ruby quickly established herself as a popular character. But it’s only recently that her background has been explored.
In devastating flashback scenes that aired last week, it was revealed that Ruby had been sexually abused by her father Anthony when she was younger.
The flashback scenes depicted Ruby’s 16th birthday party. After everyone had left, Anthony took Ruby some cake in her room. In scenes that followed later, after he locked the door, Ruby looked visibly scared as she begged “Please not again. Not today.”
The special episode also hinted that Caleb Miligan may not be Steph’s father. With so much more to explore in this storyline, fans will be pleased that Beth is staying put.
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Former Coronation Street star Rhea Bailey has joined the cast of Emmerdale, eight years after leaving the cobbles, reports suggest.
Rhea played Caz Hammond in Coronation Street between 2015 and 2016, and now her agency has revealed that she has landed a role in Emmerdale.
During her time in Coronation Street, Caz was part of some exciting plots including an engagement to Kate Connor and obsession with Maria Connor. However, it is not yet known what stories Rhea will be involved in on Emmerdale.
A familiar face is joining the cast (Credit: ITV/ Composite EI!)
The post said: “The talented RHEA BAILEY is back in the Dales filming more episodes of EMMERDALE for ITV.”
Although no further details, such as her character’s name have been released, it sounds like it will be a substantial role and we’ll likely see her on screen soon.
As well as Coronation Street, Rhea also previously had roles in Crossroads, The Bill and Waterloo Road.
Caz became quite unstable and she threatened Sophie, warning her to stay away from Kate. However, Caz’s suspicions turned out to be correct, and after catching Kate and Sophie kissing, she left.
But Caz wasn’t fully done. She returned claiming she’d injured her ankle. Kate agreed to look after her, but soon became suspicious. It was later revealed that Caz was faking the injury to be near Kate.
After Kate and Caz broke up, Caz became obsessed with Maria and proceeded to stalk her. Caz ended up setting Maria up for her own murder. But Kate and Aidan managed to track Caz down and she was eventually arrested.
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The Emmerdale cast is ever-changing, whether that’s growing or shrinking or a recast – there’s always something happening.
But occasionally when they lose a fan-favourite for various reasons, the show takes a hit. So sometimes these characters appear back on our screens looking completely different.
Recasting characters is a tricky move. The show needs to find someone who will do the role justice and has a familiar feeling. But it does pay off sometimes.
So here are some characters that everyone wants back on the show – even if they need to be recasted.
Should a new Adam Barton join the Emmerdale cast? (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale recast: Adam Barton.
Adam Thomas played this iconic Barton boy from his first arrival on screen in 2009, right up to his exit in 2018.
But many fans feel that Adam should be back in the village, especially since Moira just had brain surgery.
His return to the village could work so well with many of the current storylines. So why not?
While some fans on a reddit thread called for him to be recast, others believed they couldn’t see him “played by anyone else.”
Should Joe come back? (Credit: ITV)
Joe Tate
While many argued on reddit that some characters shouldn’t be recasted, they seemed to agree that Joe Tate could be – if Ned Porteous didn’t want to return to the show.
Joe’s exit in 2018 left a lot of things unsaid and waiting. The potential storylines that could work if the show had a Joe Tate return is endless.
And many fans on that reddit thread agree because Ned “only stayed a short amount of time” on the show, a recast wouldn’t be completely ridiculous.
Fans would like to see Debbie return for current storylines. (Credit: ITV)
Debbie Dingle
Just like Adam, this one is tricky. Charley Webb created a statement character during her time on Emmerdale. And so to imagine anyone else playing her would be strange.
But it’s still not impossible. Charley has made numerous returns to Emmerdale over the years, but none seem to have stuck.
If there was any time that would be good for a Debbie return – it would be now.
She would be arriving right back into family drama. Cain has just cheated on Moira, and Charity is dealing with the Ross and Mackenzie feud. So who better to help Ross through it than the girl he spent years wanting to be with?
Despite leaving years ago – fans wonder if Daz should have been recast. (Credit: ITV / YouTube)
Emmerdale recast: Daz Eden
This one takes fans back a while. Luke Tittensor played the role from 2003 until his sudden exit in 2009.
The years he spent on the show, he was at the height of some huge storylines, and his character seemed to mix well with others.
Unfortunately Luke’s contract got terminated in 2009 as he pled guilty to grievous bodily harm and so Daz left Emmerdale.
But some fans commented that his identical twin brother, Elliot, could easily appear in the show to bring Daz back.
They wrote: “I will never understand why they didn’t recast Daz Eden. He could have been recast with his identical twin brother.”
It would be a blast from the past, but it would create a shake-up to the Emmerdale cast.
Should Oliver Farnworth have played Jamie Tate? (Credit: ITV)
Was John wrongly cast?
Some fans point out that Oliver Farnworth’s talents aren’t being completely shown through his portrayal of John Sugden.
Instead they believe he should have been an entirely different character.
A user wrote: “Oliver Farnworth should have been a Jamie recast. Although he would have to put on a southern accent.”
One pointed out he is “far too old”, but another backed them reminding them that “Emmerdale change ages all the time.”
Fans agree Robert was Emmerdale’s most successful recast. (Credit: ITV)
An Emmerdale recast that worked!
There is a lot of debate on reddit about the issues of recasting characters. While it’s quite normal and frequent for soaps to change a young actor (Sarah and Gabby for example), it’s quite rare for a successful older recast.
One fan pointed out that Robert Sugden was Emmerdale’s last successful recast, noting the issue seems to be the writing changes.
Ryan Hawley took over the role from Karl Davies in 2014. And he immediately fit right in.
They wrote: “Recasting hasn’t been great for many years now. But the main problem is Emmerdale’s writing changes the character. They don’t fully know what they want to do with their direction and give them anything, even if it doesn’t make sense to their previous personality.”
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