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  • Belle’s falling for Tom’s lies again – and fans had higher hopes for her

    Belle’s falling for Tom’s lies again – and fans had higher hopes for her

    In last night’s episode of Emmerdale (Tuesday, December 17), Belle seemed to yet again be falling for Tom’s lies. And viewers thought she was through with that.

    Belle has been living through a horrific ordeal over the last lot of months, as her relationship with Tom got progressively more and more abusive.

    But now, it’s time for Tom to stand trial which means we are so close to him leaving our screens. So, when Belle started to fall for his lies and manipulation again this week, viewers were confused and annoyed.

    Will the back and forth ever end?

    Belle sad about Tom
    In Emmerdale, Belle is growing concerned about testifying (Credit: ITV)

    Belle starts to believe Tom’s lies in Emmerdale

    It’s a hugely important week in the Belle and Tom storyline, as the evil man finally faces trial for his actions.

    But to him, that just means he has to put on a wonderful performance. And so far, he has. Earlier this week, he faked a suicide attempt to mess with Belle’s head, and it has worked.

    Last night saw Belle question if she could really go through with testifying against him, as she was adamant she wouldn’t cope if she was responsible for his death.

    Despite the Dingles trying to convince her she is not to blame for any of it, and that Tom was faking the whole thing, Belle remained unconvinced.

    After all the lies he has told her, many viewers are questioning exactly why Belle would believe a word he says at this point.

    Tom in hospital - Emmerdale
    Fans call for the back and forth between Belle and Tom to stop (Credit: ITV)

    Viewers want the storyline to end

    Many took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share their thoughts on Belle’s concerns.

    One wrote: “Belle is bugging me now. She knows what he is like. And he has tricked her into staying by faking a suicide attempt. Just go to court!”

    Another added: “People, including me, are getting really annoyed with Belle. She is supposed to be the victim who we all feel for and support. But Emmerdale have managed to turn her into one of the most tedious and frustrating characters in the show.”

    A third penned: “The back and forth between Belle and Tom is nauseating. It’s losing its meaning as it has dragged on for way too long.”

    “Why are they insistent on making Belle look like a gullible idiot?,” one queried.

    Emmerdale bosses have promised the storyline is coming to an end, so as we wait and see how this week goes, we hope Belle turns up to court and puts Tom in his place.

    Read more: Is Kim playing Will at his own game? Here’s why fans think she is

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  • Remember Nate? Emmerdale fans still convinced he met grisly end in barn fire months later

    Remember Nate? Emmerdale fans still convinced he met grisly end in barn fire months later

    It’s already been a few months since Nate Robinson’s Emmerdale exit. But even so, some can’t help but feel his ending was different to what we think.

    Nate had an off-screen Emmerdale exit, which was considered very strange to viewers, since he was a huge part of the show since 2019.

    What was even stranger though, was that it was during a very eventful week in Emmerdale. So it could have been very easy to get him involved in the drama.

    At the time, it was said that Nate left his life in the village behind for a new job in Shetland. But fans never actually saw him leave.

    During the big week, Moira set fire to the barn with her and Ruby in it. Cain, Mack and Caleb all rushed in to help the women, but was Nate inside?

    It was a popular theory at the time, and three months later fans are still convinced he is dead.

    Nate's last scene Emmerdale
    Fans think something is off with Nate’s Emmerdale exit (Credit: ITV)

    Could Nate be dead?

    Speaking on a Reddit thread fans pointed out that Nate’s death is still a very likely future plot.

    One wrote: “I know the show says Nate went off just fine, but I think he might be dead and it will be a twist reveal.”

    As for their evidence to back their claim up, there was actually quite a bit.

    They continued: “Tracy said something about Nate not responding to her. And Cain said that he had messaged him about Zak’s funeral but no reply.

    “While that’s only two things, in soaps that means foreshadowing something bad that has happened. Also Natalie J Robb said there would be a death in the fire, and there never was.

    “Whether he was deliberately killed or perished due to the fire, I don’t know. But I doubt he is still alive.”

    Nate and Frankie's last scene together
    Nate has not contacted his daughter since he left (Credit: ITV)

    Many fans agree with the theory

    Despite being an extreme theory, it seems it is one that many others share.

    A fan agreed: “I keep wondering about this too. I think he died from the fire. But then why hasn’t his body been found? Either way, I don’t think he is alive.”

    However one fan pointed out a plot hole in the death theory. Tracy had once contacted him, but only by text.

    They penned: “I thought Tracy said he messaged her when he got to Shetland and asked for her to never contact him again?”

    While this would be a sign he is alive, other fans seem to think it’s even more proof that he is not.

    “Yeah she did. However he has a little girl he doted on. You would think he would at least send something for Christmas. Or make contact for her,” one responded.

    Another viewer agreed: “Maybe that means he was killed and someone has text from his phone. Him not wanting to be contacted ever again seems very out of character.”

    Nate's final scene with Cain
    Nate was alienated by his family before he left off-screen. (Credit: ITV)

    Nate’s final few days before Emmerdale exit

    While Nate not wanting to be contacted is strange, he didn’t have the best final days in the village.

    His dad, Cain, and love interest Tracy both wrongly believed he had kissed his step-mother Moira, sparking fears they had restarted their affair. But in reality, she was having a seizure.

    After a fight with Cain, Tracy told Nate that she and Frankie would no longer be joining him in Shetland.

    And so, Nate left the village alone – and offscreen.

    Actor Jurell Carter has just landed a new role as he heads out on tour next year in James Graham’s play Boys from the Blackstuff.

    So with no sign of a return, could Nate’s death be a future shocking Emmerdale reveal?

    Read more: Lisa Riley hits out at ‘fake’ Instagram posts claiming she sells diet pills

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  • Denise Welch praises Tom and Belle story as she joins Emmerdale

    Denise Welch praises Tom and Belle story as she joins Emmerdale

    Tom King faces justice as he stands trial for assault and controlling or coercive behaviour in today’s episode of Emmerdale and Denise Welch joins the cast.

    A nervous but determined Belle takes the stand to give evidence about what Tom has put her through.

    Meanwhile, Tom is cocky and eager to take his chance to stick the knife into his wife.

    Tom King takes the stand
    Tom wants to show off to the jury (Credit: ITV)

    Jury service

    But it’s the jury who take centre stage in the episode as they wrestle with the truth about what happened.

    Former Bad Girls star John Ellis, Corrie and Casualty star Charles Dale, and Loose Women presenter and Coronation Street icon Denise Welch all star in the episode as members of the jury.

    Denise Welch plays Heidi, a juror convinced of Tom’s guilt from the start, while Charles Dale takes on the role of Karl who’s definitely on Team Tom – at least to begin with.

    Kenneth, played by John Ellis, is on the fence as the jury begin to consider their verdict.

    Denise Welch in Emmerdale
    Denise Welch plays Heidi – one of the members of the jury (Credit: ITV)

    Denise Welch joins Emmerdale: ‘An honour to be a part of it’

    Former Corrie star Denise said she enjoyed being part of such an “important” episode.

    “I’ve been gripped by the Belle and Tom storyline so to play a head juror in the story’s culmination was an honour,” she added.

    The special episode features stories taken from real-life instances of domestic abuse, with the help of the charity Refuge.

    “My character Heidi was more emotionally involved, so I felt that maybe she had experienced some form of domestic abuse herself,” Denise said.

    Denise Welch, John Ellis and Charles Dale in Emmerdale
    Will the jury believe Belle? (Credit: ITV)

    Campaigning against abuse

    The ITV show Loose Women launched a campaign called Facing It Together earlier this year, intending to shine a light on all sorts of abuse including coercive control. “The subject matter is one I’m passionate about,” said Denise.

    And she 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.”

    But will the jury reach the verdict all the Emmerdale viewers are hoping for? Only time will tell!

    Read more: Christmas Spoilers for Emmerdale: Terror at Home Farm!


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  • Lisa Riley ‘so angry’ over fake Instagram posts claiming she’s selling diet pills

    Lisa Riley ‘so angry’ over fake Instagram posts claiming she’s selling diet pills

    Emmerdale’s very own Lisa Riley has hit out ‘fake’ brand-deals that claim she is selling and has used diet pills.

    For some reason nowadays fame comes with the possibility of your name being used for things that are not true. And this seems to be exactly what happened to Emmerdale star Lisa Riley.

    Lisa has played Mandy Dingle on the show since 1995, and made her highly applauded comeback to our screens in 2019.

    Mandy’s known for always speaking out when she feels she has been wronged. And that’s something she and Lisa have in common.

    Lisa Riley on Lorraine
    Emmerdale Lisa Riley hits out at fake posts. (Credit: ITV / Lorraine YouTube)

    Emmerdale Lisa Riley hits out at fake posts

    Taking to Instagram yesterday, Lisa posted a screenshot of a fake sponsored Instagram post from a beauty account.

    The fake post read: “Lisa Riley released her no-gym pill across the country today and says: ‘It’s the thinnest she’s ever been.’”

    Along with the writing, the post contained two photos of Lisa, implying the left was a before and the right was an after.

    Lisa wasn’t having her name attached to something that wasn’t true and so she posted the screenshot onto her own account to make her followers aware.

     

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    She wrote alongside: “FAKE FAKE FAKE. I have had so many messages this week regarding this post!!! If they have placed my name with anything it’s FAKE!!”

    Lisa continued: “I’m surprised anyone ever believes anything anymore! It’s not true. Not me. It’s faker than fake and keeps being FAKE!”

    She went on to encourage her followers to “block and report” the post whenever they see it, adding that it makes her “so angry.”

    It clearly meant a lot to Emmerdale Lisa as she also shared the post on her story, once again making it clear that it is fake.

    Mandy Dingle angry
    Lisa made her return as Mandy Dingle in 2019. (Credit: ITV)

    Fans show Lisa support

    Rushing to the comments, fans began praising her for speaking out against the companies.

    One wrote: “Oh Lisa. This makes my blood boil on EVERY level. Love to you!”

    Another added: “I honestly don’t understand what people get out of doing this? They’ve clearly got nothing in their life and need something to fill the void. But what is the end result for them? I don’t get it!”

    A third praised her: “GREAT to hear this from you. I saw something months ago and just knew you would not endorse it!”

    “Omg this is absolutely disgusting! Some people have nothing better to do. Anyone who knows you already knew this isn’t true!” a fourth penned.

    Unfortunately it seems the post has gone wide-spread as many were pointing out they had spotted it on a bunch of different social media platforms.

    We’re glad Lisa has spoken out!

    Read more: Emmerdale fans convinced John is on a secret revenge plot

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  • Billy and Dawn labelled ‘painfully boring’ as Emmerdale fans slam their storyline route: ‘It’s not even focused on Evan’s health anymore’

    Billy and Dawn labelled ‘painfully boring’ as Emmerdale fans slam their storyline route: ‘It’s not even focused on Evan’s health anymore’

    Fans have slammed Emmerdale for Billy and Dawn’s storyline taking a different route, and many seem sick of their relationship.

    Billy and Dawn used to be a very popular Emmerdale couple. But it seems recently the storylines haven’t managed to keep viewers interested in them.

    When they had their baby boy, Evan, things took a sharp turn for the couple. Evan was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukeamia at just four months old.

    This meant life for Billy, Dawn and their family had to change. Dawn decided to stay at home so that someone was always there to watch their baby. But this ultimately led to money problems for the Fletchers.

    What could have been a storyline focused on a family trying to keep their son healthy as a unit, has turned into more lies, illegal activities and just a whole lot of arguing. So it’s no wonder viewers are getting bored of it.

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    Fans question why in Emmerdale Billy and Dawn are still together. (Credit: ITV)

    Viewers slam Emmerdale Billy and Dawn

    In recent months Billy lied to Dawn and took part in an illegal fight club – which brought back Ross Barton (Yay!). But even after she found out and gave him a way to earn their family more money, he couldn’t let his ego go.

    This ultimately led to him and Dawn having yet another big bust up. But the pair always seem to forgive each other in the end.

    In last night’s episode (December 16) Kim Tate told Dawn that she, Billy and the kids could all move back into Home Farm. This would definitely help sort out some of their worries. But Billy of course decided it’s not something he wants to do, claiming the big house is cursed.

    This didn’t sit well with viewers, as they argue that if they had no other option then surely Billy would do what’s best for his family?

    Taking to a Reddit thread, one viewer wrote: “Billy and Dawn are so painfully boring.”

    Another agreed, adding: “This storyline has not been about Evan’s illness at all.”

    A third momentarily praised the couple: “Billy and Dawn have completed a sentence without slinging [expletive] at one another.”

    But a few moments later updated their comment: “Edit – Here comes the argument.”

    Dawn arguing with Billy Emmerdale
    Dawn and Billy’s storyline should have kept Evan at the focus. (Credit: ITV)

    Fans question why they are still together

    More viewers on X (formerly known as Twitter) backed up the Reddit thread, agreeing that the current storyline involving the couple is quite dull.

    One wrote: “Is Billy staying with Dawn purely because of Evan? I can’t see another reason for them to be together.”

    Another commented: “Billy and Dawn are truly a miserable couple.”

    If the pair move back into Home Farm before Christmas then they will be there to witness it take centre stage on the Christmas Day episode. The countdown is well and truly on for viewers to finally find out who Peter’s mystery man is.

    Read more: Is Kim playing Will? Fans seem to think so!

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  • Bradley Johnson styles baby son’s hair and shares brilliant video

    Bradley Johnson styles baby son’s hair and shares brilliant video

    Emmerdale star Bradley Johnson, who plays Vinny Dingle, has shared another adorable glimpse at his baby.

    The star took to his Instagram stories yesterday (Monday, December 16) to showcase a new hairstyle that he had styled for the baby.

    Bradley and his fiancée, Sammi Johnstone, announced the birth of their baby boy, Albie Jake Johnson three weeks ago on social media.

    Since then the couple have been inundated with congratulatory messages and well wishes from Emmerdale fans, along with many of his co-stars.

    Bradley Johnson smiling on Lorraine
    Emmerdale Bradley Johnson shares adorable video on his Instagram (Credit: ITV / Lorraine YouTube)

    Emmerdale Bradley Johnson shares adorable video

    In the adorable video, Bradley was cradling his son on his knee, while talking to his phone about the hairstyle he created.

    He can be heard saying: “Daddy did Albie’s hair today. Look how cool it is. It really is so cool,” all while laughing.

    The hairstyle in question was a very short mohawk. And while it was definitely an adorable hairstyle, Bradley should probably stick to his day job.

    Throughout the video, Albie could be seen resting peacefully, obviously not bothered by his new appearance.

    Despite being only three weeks old, Bradley regularly gives his followers a look into Albie’s life.

    Very recently he took his son on a very special trip to the Emmerdale set with him, to show him around his workplace. How sweet!

    Vinny Dingle serious on Emmerdale
    He has played Vinny Dingle since 2019 (Credit: ITV)

    Bradley and Sammi’s adorable relationship

    Bradley joined the Dales in January 2019, and since then has remained a fan favourite staple.

    He and Sammi began dating in 2021, before getting engaged in October 2023. The star popped the question while they were on a romantic trip to Rome.

    Things just kept getting better for the pair, as in June 2024 they announced they were expecting their first child together.

    Now, six months later, fans are getting treated to updates on how their baby boy is doing.

    And as this is going to be his first Christmas, we’re sure we’ll get a lot more adorable content on the way.

    Read more: Who is the mystery man working to bring Kim Tate down? All of the suspects

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  • Tom tries to stop the trial and fans beg: ‘Please put us out of our agony’

    Tom tries to stop the trial and fans beg: ‘Please put us out of our agony’

    With Tom going to extremes to prevent his trial from taking place, Emmerdale fans have begged for justice to be served.

    Last night (Monday, December 16), a code red was called at the prison as news spread that Tom had attempted to take his own life.

    But, the whole thing was just another one of Tom’s lies – and quite frankly, fans have had enough.

    Emmerdale: Tom in hospital bed
    Tom tried to wriggle his way out of court (Credit: ITV/ Composite ED!)

    Tom fake attempt leaves Emmerdale fans furious

    With his court date fast approaching, Tom made one last attempt to get out his trial by faking a suicide attempt last night.

    After a code red was called in the prison, Tom was taken to hospital where he was told that his wounds were fortunately superficial.

    Belle, Jimmy and Amelia all found out the news and couldn’t help but cast their minds back to the last time Tom had tried to do something similar. Notice a pattern here?

    Sam seemed to be the only one who could see through Tom’s lies though, knowing that he was up to no good.

    Back at the hospital, Ollie visited Tom after got confirmation that Tom’s suicide attempt was all an act in a bid to stop Belle from turning up to court. He reckoned things could go his way if he could make Belle feel guilty for his situation.

    And now, after Tom hit yet another low, fans are desperate for justice to be served ASAP.

    One fan commented: “He winds me up. Surely this storyline should come to an end soon, lock him up and have done.”

    Another person added: “Just hurry up and finish this story line. It’s dragging on too long.”

    A third viewer agreed: “Please put us out of our agony, had enough of this story.”

    Emmerdale's Tom in court
    Tom’s court date is fast approaching (Credit: ITV)

    When will the Tom storyline end?

    Tom’s abuse storyline is set to come to an end this month as he finally gets his comeuppance (about time!)

    There’s no worming out of this one as the net closes in on him. Court scenes are due to air this week. Tom puts on a show as he reckons he’s won the jury over.

    With Belle a no show, the Dingles desperately search for Belle so that there’s more chance of a conviction. But, what will the verdict be? Here’s hoping to Tom’s final scenes being him locked up in a cell!

    Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the exits, arrivals and returns planned

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.

    Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm.

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  • Emmerdale fans believe John ‘really is’ Aidan Moore

    Emmerdale fans believe John ‘really is’ Aidan Moore

    Emmerdale fans genuinely believe that John Sugden lied about who Aidan Moore is and that he’s actually the man himself.

    There’s been a lot of speculation as to who Aidan Moore could be, and despite John providing the answers… fans aren’t convinced he’s telling the truth. Fair enough.

    Aaron and John
    Aaron opened up to John (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans reckon John himself is Aidan Moore

    Ever since they spotted John acting really guarded around a dog tag with the name ‘Aidan Moore’ on it, fans started to wonder who Aidan could be.

    With John eventually admitting to Vic that Aidan was an old army friend who died, the way he looked at the dog tag again last night (Monday, December 16), suggested that there was more to the story. Something is definitely suss, that’s for sure!

    Now, fans are convinced that John himself is actually Aidan and has been trying to fool Aaron and Vic with a different identity all along.

    One fan wrote: “I think John is really Aidan.”

    Another fan agreed and suggested: “Imposter John Sugden.”

    A third person added: “Without Robert there is no drama, because surely Aidan Moore is really John or his ex lover. Aaron and John go bonding about the loss of their loved ones, they say ILY in the woods and they surely disappear for weeks (until next year.) That’s not a good story.”

    John Sugden's dog tag with the name Aidan Moore
    John’s been rather guarded about Aidan (Credit: ITV)

    So, who actually is Aidan Moore?

    Right, so here’s all we know so far. Aidan was an old friend of John’s, meeting him in the army.

    While out in Afghanistan, Aidan got injured and John had promised to save him. However, his injuries were too severe and he died, with John breaking his promise.

    John couldn’t live with the guilt and decided to leave the army and head off to live in a campervan.

    But, John is still so guarded and secretive when it comes to this dog tag! There must be more to the story, right?

    But, who was Aidan Moore? Or, who is Aidan Moore? Is John the guy himself? Just what is he keeping from Aaron and Vic?

    Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the exits, arrivals and returns planned

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  • Kim is smart and is playing Will at his own game, fans predict

    Kim is smart and is playing Will at his own game, fans predict

    The back and forth in Emmerdale between Kim and Will has been going on for months. But after last night’s episode, fans are convinced now more than ever, that she is playing him.

    Will has been working with Kim’s financial advisor Peter for a while, in a plot to take the Queen of Home Farm down.

    Up until recently, Will actually had no idea that Peter wasn’t the man in charge. Instead they’re both working for someone more superior. And while the identity remains unknown, we do know that it’s a man who is out of the country until Christmas Eve.

    But Kim Tate isn’t stupid. We all know that. So could she be the one behind Peter’s mystery man? Or has she got her own revenge up her sleeve?

    Kim was emotional when Will proposed a vow renewal (Credit: ITV)
    Is Emmerdale Kim playing Will? Fans think so. (Credit: ITV)

    Could Emmerdale Kim be playing Will?

    After Kim so kindly told Dawn that she, Billy and the kids could move back into Home Farm, Will was horrified.

    She also very quickly accepted Will’s proposal to renew their vows on Christmas Day, which was very unlike her.

    So fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share their beliefs; Kim is playing Will.

    One wrote: “Yup. Kim is deffo onto Will. And she wants the rest of the family there to witness the finale.”

    Another added: “Queen Kim better be hatching a plan to bring whinging Will down.”

    A third penned: “I love Kim. She is NO fool. She’s planning Will’s downfall well and truly because no way is he entitled to a penny of HER money. She is stitching him up.”

    We know Home Farm takes centre stage on Christmas Day. And on Christmas Eve in Emmerdale Kim goes missing. Has Will’s revenge worked? Or is it all part of Kim’s own plan?

    Will Taylor
    Who is the mystery man? (Credit: ITV)

    Is Kim the ‘mystery man’?

    ‘Operation Destroy Kim Tate’ is headed by a mystery man that we have heard basically nothing about.

    But we do know it will all be revealed on Christmas Day. Finally!

    While many do think Kim is playing him, she may still be unaware of the extent of the revenge scheme. Especially as the biggest fan theories include the return of Joe or Jamie Tate.

    No matter what, we know we have just over a week until it’s all out in the open.

    Read more: First look at Christmas in Emmerdale

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  • Emmerdale John isn’t in love with Aaron – it’s all a revenge plot, fans predict

    Emmerdale John isn’t in love with Aaron – it’s all a revenge plot, fans predict

    Could John Sugden in Emmerdale actually be playing Aaron? A very convincing fan theory thinks so.

    When John arrived in the village earlier this year, it felt there was more to meet the eye. But nothing has really happened… yet.

    Last night’s episode saw John once again look at the dog tag he keeps with him; with the name Aidan Moore. And that’s exactly why a lot of Emmerdale fans think he is hiding something more sinister.

    A new theory on social media predicts that John’s character is all a sham, and he is actually there to get revenge on someone else; Robert Sugden.

    Is Emmerdale John hiding something? (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale John is out for revenge, predicts fans.

    After last night’s episode which saw John take Aaron on an unwanted camping trip, fans can’t help but feel there’s more to come.

    One fan wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter): “Until now I genuinely thought it was just poor casting. But for the first time I’m convinced John is up to something. Some revenge plot against Robert, because he is so cold to Aaron.”

    For a while fans have complained about the lack of chemistry between Aaron and John, and while it may have been down to everyone comparing them to the loved Robron, maybe it was actually supposed to be that way.

    Robert is currently serving a 14-year prison sentence for the murder of Lee Posner. But fans have been desperate for him to return.

    With this new theory, could Robert have had a history with John himself? Or did he have one with the mysterious Aidan Moore? And John is out for revenge over whatever happened.

    If John does know Robert, it makes sense that he inserted himself into the village as a Sugden. He may have heard all about their family from Rob, so he knew exactly who to talk to and what to say when he arrived.

    John Sugden Emmerdale
    Fans think Emmerdale John Sugden is out for revenge. (Credit: ITV)

    Everyone notices the similarities in both relationships

    One thing that has not escaped fans’ attention is the way it seems Emmerdale are trying to recreate Robert and Aaron’s relationship.

    The pair had their first kiss beside a broken down car on a lay-by, exactly like Robert and Aaron, and now they’re confessing their feelings for each other in the woods. Just like Robert and Aaron.

    So, if the revenge theory is true, could John maybe know Robert from prison? Perhaps he spent some time inside with him, they got close, and Rob told him all about his relationship with Aaron.

    If so, then Aaron could be set for a bigger and more dangerous storyline next year than anyone is ready for. And just maybe, this is what we need to get Rob back on our screens.

    Do you think there is more to John than meets the eye?

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    Classic Emmerdale usually airs weekdays at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm on ITV3. 

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