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  • ‘Can’t they think of a better storyline for Laurel?’ sigh fans as they brand her ‘village bike’ after sleeping with Charles

    ‘Can’t they think of a better storyline for Laurel?’ sigh fans as they brand her ‘village bike’ after sleeping with Charles

    Emmerdale last night was an horrific episode – and not just thanks to Belle and Tom, but also due to Laurel Thomas. The former vicar’s wife has turned her attention to another man of the cloth, sleeping with Charles Anderson.

    This can only end one way: badly, and fans certainly agree. They are not impressed with the latest offering for long-standing character Laurel and want the soap to give her something better to do.

    Charles Anderson and Laurel Thomas kiss in Emmerdale
    She loves a vicar – Laurel and Charles couldn’t help themselves (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Charles sleep together in Emmerdale

    Laurel has been throwing herself into planning the Harvest Festival to take her mind off her bitter divorce from Jai Sharma. She’s keen to get back involved with the church she’s had very little to do with since her husband Ashley died. That aside, she wants to modernise and help current vicar Charles keep the community coming to the services.

    But Charles is a bit stuck in his ways and bows down to his mother, Claudette, and her very traditional views. So Laurel’s ideas of a disco, karaoke and feeding the hungry with veg from Liam’s allotment have gone down like a cup of cold sick.

    Airing her annoyance to Manpreet, Charles overheard and wasn’t happy. But it did spear Laurel and Manpreet to become besties overnight. Something which has been severely tested now…

    After Charles sacked her from the committee, Laurel went to give him a piece of her mind. But she ended up kissing him after giving him an earful! Then they headed to the bedroom.

    When Manpreet came round to see Charles and tell him she wants him back, she was dismayed to see he was doing up his shirt and Laurel’s coat was there. She put two and two together and got four and she was right. Oops.

    Laurel and Charles were a bit shocked by their own behaviour (Credit: ITV)
    Laurel and Charles were a bit shocked by their own behaviour (Credit: ITV)

    Fans react

    So Laurel’s feeling terrible for breaking girl code, she and Charles have agreed it won’t happen again, Manpreet’s not impressed, and no doubt Jai will be fuming when he finds out, and it’s all a big mess.

    Those watching at home also agree it was not the smartest move – and have hit out at the soap for not giving Laurel something better to do.

    “Laurel is the village’s answer to what has become a London fixture, bike for hire…” joked one. Others agreed: “Village bike,” and “Laurel the village bike,” they commented.

    Someone else said: “Laurel – is that all they can do with her character? Local bike, so nearly everyone gets a go??”

    “For a series with a predominantly female team behind the scenes you would think that one decent female character would exist in an entire village. What have they done to Laurel?” mused one more.

    Another said: Randy old vicar! The thought of Charles and Laurel has proper give me the ick! Emmerdale writers are getting desperate now …. Purrleese!”

    So, are they the next big thing? Or should they leave it there and never make us watch that again? We’re going with the latter.

    Read more: We’re Team Laurel in her divorce with Jai

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  • As Tom is ‘axed’ by Belle, all the burning questions we have after last night’s jaw-dropping cliffhanger

    As Tom is ‘axed’ by Belle, all the burning questions we have after last night’s jaw-dropping cliffhanger

    Belle finally fought back against abusive Tom in Emmerdale last night – and boy did she fight back. Terrified and scared for her own life, Belle stabbed him in the back with an axe. But as he lies lifeless on the floor, the question is: will he survive?

    In fact, we’ve got a few burning questions we need answering – but we fear it’ll be a while before we find out the answers…

    Belle hid from Tom as he followed her (Credit: ITV)
    Belle hid from Tom as he followed her (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale last night?

    Amelia tricked Belle into meeting her at the Dingles’ but then Tom turned up instead. After taunting her, then trying to manipulate her, he flipped, threw Belle to the floor and started beating her. She still stood up to him, though and took her chance when his back was turned. She grabbed Sam’s shotgun and escaped to a derelict building. Tom followed her and smashed in the door with an axe.

    Belle then shot him, but she hadn’t taken the safety off the gun. He laughed and took it off her then held her at gun point, but as he turned round and admired himself in the mirror, she stabbed him in the back with the axe. Tom fell on to a disused mattress as Belle sobbed in shock at what she’d done.

    All the questions about Belle and Tom we need answers to, Emmerdale

    Tom lay lifeless on the mattress as shocked Belle looked at what she'd done (Credit: ITV)
    Tom lay lifeless on the mattress as shocked Belle looked at what she’d done (Credit: ITV)

    1. Does Tom die in Emmerdale after Belle stabs him?

    Well, it’s the most obvious one, really, isn’t it? Will he survive having an axe stabbed in his back?

    There are several reasons we don’t think Tom will die. One is that fans will almost certainly want Tom to face justice. The soap knows people weren’t happy when rapist Craig was killed off last year, as it was seen as an easy way out and Lydia didn’t get justice. Viewers are determined that Belle should get justice in the proper way for all she’s been through.

    Also, show boss Laura Shaw shared with Entertainment Daily! and other media back in June: “We said right from the beginning that we wanted to tell this story as truthfully and as authentically as we can.”

    Addressing the length of the storyline, Laura confirmed: “It’s going to run until the end of this year.”

    So for it to keep going, Tom must survive, right? Right?

    Terrified Belle hides behind a wall (Credit: ITV)
    Justice for Belle (Credit: ITV)

    2. Is Belle leaving Emmerdale after Tom attack?

    Belle was frightened and held hostage by her abuser, but one thing makes us worried for her: she stabbed Tom in the back. This might make a self-defence claim a bit tricky. But hopefully the cuts and bruises on her and his fingerprints on both the gun and the axe will help her case.

    There is also the fact Tom has been rather convincing that Belle’s mental health is making her lie about his abuse. He has Amelia and Jimmy fooled (okay, not great examples), but once upon a time Charity, Cain and Lydia were all taken in by it. So will the police think so too?

    Could Belle be looking at a stint inside for this? Will the storyline run with her inside until she can prove what really happened?

    Emmerdale has not confirmed Belle will be leaving and as such a long-standing character, we can’t imagine she’ll be off any time soon. We need to see her recover and regain her strength and start to feel happy again.

    Emmerdale's Tom runs through a field (Credit: ITV)
    Tom will be leaving at some point (Credit: ITV)

    3. Is James Chase leaving Emmerdale as Tom?

    It was recently reported in The Sun that James will be leaving the soap as Tom King. Although Emmerdale hasn’t confirmed anything directly, it seems undeniable that he will be off.

    James himself told Entertainment Daily!: “[Belle] needs justice for what happened to her and I think also the viewer needs that. From all the hell we’ve seen Belle get put through, we have to see her win in the end or at the very least, for him to lose.

    “I think definitely at least prison, there needs to be at least that,” he added.

    That sounds like James confirming his exit to us. But will it be now – or further down the line?

    An ambulance is called to the village of Emmerdale
    An ambulance is called to the village of Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    4. What happens next?

    Tonight in Emmerdale (Friday September 27) an ambulance arrives in the Dales. Presumably it’s for Tom, but can they save his life?

    And who has called it? We know the Dingles are on their way to rescue Belle after Amelia let slip she was in danger, so will it be one of them?Or has Belle herself called for help from the emergency services? And will it lead to her arrest?

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

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  • Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Nicola makes her move and Aaron arrives

    Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Nicola makes her move and Aaron arrives

    In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Friday September 27, Nicola makes her move on Ivan, Aaron arrives and Debbie makes her feelings on Sarah perfectly clear. These episodes originally aired on February 3 and 5 2006.

    Nicola and Ivan look uncomfortable after she makes a pass at him (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
    Nicola and Ivan look uncomfortable after she makes a pass at him (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Nicola makes her move in Classic Emmerdale

    Dressed to kill Nicola arrives at Mill Cottage for dinner intent on seducing Ivan. Having had too much to drink, she makes a pass at him, but he firmly knocks her back.

    Bitter Nicola doesn’t take rejection too well and decides to take revenge. She tells Rodney that she doesn’t believe Ivan is really gay and that Paul is going to get his heart broken. As Rodney worries for his son, will he take his suspicions to Paul?

    Aaron arrives

    Chas is nervous when Aaron arrives and it’s clear he doesn’t want to spend time with her. Carl suggests Chas bond with Gordon’s new partner, Sandra to get to Aaron.

    But Aaron can see exactly what she’s doing and calls Sandra Mum to hurt Chas. Despite Carl’s reassurance Aaron is just pushing the boundaries and testing her, Chas knows she’s got a lot of work to do to get her son on side.

    She tries again to spend some time with Aaron, but he tells her he wants to be with Shadrach rather than her. When Gordon then wants Aaron to stay longer, he’s fuming and stomps off to his room making it known he doesn’t want to. Can Chas get through to him?

    Louise’s singing disaster in Classic Emmerdale

    Knowing she has to sing at the curry-oke night, Louise practices some songs. She’s dreading the whole thing, but decides to give it her best shot.

    However listening Diane tells her her singing is really bad. Diane insists she doesn’t want Louise to make a fool of herself, but Louise thinks Diane is just jealous and is firm she’s going to sing and surprise everybody.

    Zak shouts at Debbie over her lack of care (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
    Zak shouts at Debbie over her lack of care (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Debbie stands firm over Sarah

    Debbie is horrified to discover Cain is bringing baby Sarah back to the village. She insists she wants nothing to do with her daughter and is leaving. She intends to go to London to find Charity.

    Furious Lisa lays into Debbie, but the teen is not interested. She insists if Sarah comes back she will have her adopted.

    Andy, on the other hand, is thrilled Sarah could be returning. He can’t wait to be reunited with his daughter. But will stubborn Debbie make sure it doesn’t happen?

    Read now: Dale Meeks: Classic Emmerdale star and his tragic death aged 48

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  • 3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Friday September 27: An ambulance arrives in the village as Tom lies lifeless

    3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Friday September 27: An ambulance arrives in the village as Tom lies lifeless

    In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, an ambulance arrives in the village. But which village resident is it for? Who is on their way to A&E and will they survive? You’re not going to want to miss a moment of Emmerdale on Friday September, 27.

    An ambulance is called to the village of Emmerdale
    An ambulance arrives in the village to help one resident (Credit: ITV)

    Fears mount for Belle in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Belle is in serious danger

    Belle’s hell is far from over after coming face-to-face with her abusive ex, Tom in Thursday’s episode.

    She had been waiting at Wishing Well for Amelia to arrive after the teen mum asked if they could talk about Tom. Belle had dared hope Amelia was starting to see the light about the evil vet, but it was all a trap set by Tom.

    Having ensured Belle was home alone, Tom then let himself into the Dingles’ house and confronted his former wife. She tried to escape, but Tom blocked Belle’s exit and proceeded to lock the doors.

    Belle was being held hostage and there was seemingly no way out… After a dramatic showdown, Belle stabbed her evil ex in the back with an axe and fell lifeless to the floor…

    Emmerdale's Tom runs through a field (Credit: ITV)
    Tom tortured Belle but ended up the victim (Credit: ITV)

    2. Will Tom survive?

    Responding to a call, an ambulance arrives in the village and parks up in a field. Its blue lights are flashing, signaling an emergency has occurred.

    But who dialed 999 for Tom? Has Belle called them or someone else taken control of the situation?

    Is Tom’s reign of terror finally over? Or is this just the beginning for a frightened Belle as she must face justice over what she’s done?

    John Sugden is on hand to help Eric Pollard at Brook Surgery in Emmerdale
    Has Pollard’s health taken a turn for the worse? (Credit: ITV)

    Other locals are in crisis in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Could another villager be in peril?

    Although Tom is the most likely candidate for the ambulance, let’s not forget there are another couple of residents whose health is in a fragile state.

    Pollard almost suffered an angina attack, which was only prevented by John Sugden’s quick-thinking. But might Eric have experienced a second attack and not had John on hand to administer first aid?

    And then there’s Moira, who’s just been diagnosed with a non-cancerous tumour. Have the emergency services arrived to help Moira?

    All will be revealed…

    Read more: Fans predict a Moira death twist

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  • 5 reasons Tom mustn’t die after Belle finally snaps

    5 reasons Tom mustn’t die after Belle finally snaps

    Belle finally snapped in tonight’s episode of Emmerdale, after a very tense stand-off between her and abusive husband, Tom.

    Tom had locked Belle in Wishing Well Cottage and beaten her, leaving her hurt and scared. Despite her fear, Belle managed to get Sam’s shotgun and use it to force Tom to let her out.

    She ran away and hid in a derelict building, but Tom was on her trail and he soon found her. In scenes that seemed straight out of a horror film, he climbed the stairs, dragging an axe behind him, then smashed his way into the room.

    Tom smashes his way into the room with an axe terrifying Belle
    Tom used the axe to break down the door and confront terrified Belle

    Confrontation!

    Tom got the gun from Belle and for a moment it looked like he’d won. But as he was admiring his own reflection in a mirror, everything changed. “It’s sad that we’re not going to live happily ever after,” he said. And then he collapsed on to the mattress!

    Belle had whacked him in the back with the axe!

    It looks very much like Tom’s a goner but we’re really hoping he pulls through. Here’s why we hope the manipulative abuser survives:

    Tom admires his reflection in a cracked mirror
    Tom was looking at himself when Belle whacked him in the back

    It’s too easy for Tom to die in Emmerdale

    Remember when Lydia’s rapist, Craig, died? It was too easy, right? It felt like he’d escaped rather than having to face the reality of what he’d done. He’d essentially got away with it. It was unsatisfactory and feels a bit unfinished even a year on. We definitely don’t want to see the same thing happen with Belle and Tom’s story.

    Tom lies face down on a mattress with an axe in his back
    Hitting someone in the back with an axe isn’t the best decision

    Tom needs to face justice in Emmerdale- he can’t die

    Tom has done so many bad things and broken so many laws, that we want to see him face justice – properly. We want to see him answer for the things he’s put Belle through. And we want Jimmy and Amelia, and anyone else who’s suggested Belle could be making all this up, to listen.

    Alone at the Dingle’s Belle King [EDEN TAYLOR-DRAPER] waits for Amelia Spencer [DAISY CAMPBELL] but is horror-struck when Tom lets himself in, blocks her exit and proceeds to lock the doors...
    Belle was so scared when Tom arrived (Credit: ITV)

    Belle’s not to blame

    Yes, hitting someone in the back with an axe isn’t great. But Belle was pushed to her absolute limit. She was terrified for her own life and she did what she had to do.

    But the law is the law, and if Tom dies, she’ll have to face justice herself. Plus, of course, Belle’s killed someone before, albeit accidentally. She’d definitely be hauled off by the police if Tom dies – but that just seems so very unfair!

    Belle can’t cope with a trial

    Belle has an inner strength – we saw that tonight – but she has been through so much. She is frail and she’s battered – physically and emotionally – and we don’t want to see her have to face more ‘abuse’ in the witness stand.

    Alone at the Dingle’s Belle King [EDEN TAYLOR-DRAPER] waits for Amelia Spencer [DAISY CAMPBELL] but is horror-struck when Tom lets himself in, blocks her exit and proceeds to lock the doors...
    We don’t want Tom to die (Credit: ITV)

    Belle really doesn’t deserve to go to prison

    Poor Belle has been through enough torment this last year. AND she’s been to prison before. We want to see her rebuild her life and put this awful experience behind her. Sending her to jail just prolongs the agony.

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  • Belle and Tom’s showdown had devastating consequences as one of them fights for life – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    Belle and Tom’s showdown had devastating consequences as one of them fights for life – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    Emmerdale tonight saw Tom left potentially dead after Belle stabbed him in the back with an axe. This isn’t going to look good for her, but will he pull through?

    Meanwhile, Laurel and Charles gave into passion and John was suddenly enthusiastic about a job in the village.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

    Terrified Belle hides behind a wall (Credit: ITV)
    Terrified Belle hid behind a wall (Credit: ITV)

    Belle finally fought back – with devastating consequences

    Amelia pretended she was no longer on Tom’s side and she now believed everything Belle says. She told Amy she needed a private word with Belle to go through what they ‘have both experienced’ at Tom’s hands. Amy bought every word, but Tom was lurking again and soon emerged to talk about their plot.

    Amelia managed to trick Belle into meeting at the Dingles’. She was then was left shocked and horrified when Tom turned up instead of Amelia.

    Tom taunted her, but Belle stood her ground. However then he locked them in and took her phone.

    When it became clear none of his manipulative behaviour was working, Tom flipped, threw Belle to the floor and started beating her. Then, as she tearfully cradled her bruised and bloodied body, he calmly decided it was time for a coffee. However, even the attack hadn’t dampened her fighting spirit and he lost control again, ranting and raving at her.

    She took her chance when his back was turned and grabbed Sam’s shotgun. Belle then escaped, but instead of running down the road to town for help, she ran to a derelict building instead. Tom just followed her and smashed in the door with an axe.

    Meanwhile, in the café Amelia let slip she had set Belle up. The family rushed off to save her – but they might be too late…

    Tom had got in and although Belle shot him, she hadn’t taken the safety off the gun. He laughed and took it off her, but the fact she’d pulled the trigger made him realise he’d lost all control of her. He then held her at gun point, but as he turned round she stabbed in the back with the axe. Tom fell on to a disused mattress as Belle sobbed in shock at what she’d done. But is Tom going to die?

    Credit to James Chase and Eden Taylor-Draper for chilling performances, but something tells us Belle’s pain is far from over…

    Charles Anderson and Laurel Thomas kiss in Emmerdale
    From anger to passion: Laurel and Charles kissed (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel slept with Charles in Emmerdale tonight

    Laurel organised a disco and karaoke for the harvest festival, but Charles was not impressed and told her to cancel the DJ. He ripped the posters down and said he was taking over everything.

    Meanwhile, Manpreet and Laurel were still acting like BFFs despite never having spoken before. And Jai suddenly wanted his former stepmother’s advice on his romantic life.

    Laurel made a stand and went to visit Charles at home, but their rowing turned into passion and soon they were kissing, before heading upstairs.

    And right at that moment, Manpreet was advising Jai to tell Laurel how he feels. She then went to visit Charles and caught him running down the stairs doing up his shirt. She saw Laurel’s jacket and worked out what had happened. Manpreet was clearly disappointed, but decided not to tell Jai.

    Laurel worried their friendship was over as she’d broken girl code, but given their friendship only started yesterday, it’s probably not that big of a deal.

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Cain left town

    Cain didn’t want to leave Moira to go and look after Zak. But she insisted he was to go and not worry about her. Easier said than done when she’s got a mass growing on her brain.

    But another call from Debbie alerted Cain to the fact his dad’s a lot worse than they first thought.

    He did momentarily stop to worry about leaving Belle, but stupid Mack convinced him Belle was safe. Let’s hope Cain gives Mack a special ‘thank you’ for that mistake.

    John Sugden helps a poorly Eric Pollard in Emmerdale
    Quick-thinking from John saved Pollard’s life (Credit: ITV)

    John stayed in town

    For someone who didn’t want to stick around in the village and who didn’t want to use any of his medical training, John went to the doctors for an interview, during which he saved Pollard’s life. After a rather awkward exchange during which Dr Liam suggested he would be good eye candy (eh?) John told him he’d love to accept the job. Very out of character.

    Of course busy body Victoria was thrilled with the news and eagerly watched over as John signed on the dotted line. Bet he’s thrilled to be sticking around, no really.

    Read more: 5 Reasons Tom HAS to survive after Belle flips

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  • As Laurel has a passionate encounter with Charles, all the bad romance choices she’s made!

    As Laurel has a passionate encounter with Charles, all the bad romance choices she’s made!

    Laurel and Charles had an unexpected and very passionate encounter in tonight’s episode of Emmerdale. One minute they were yelling at one another and the next, they were snogging the faces off each other.

    Frankly, we’re not sure how we feel about this, erm, liaison. Charles just appears to be yet another bad decision on Laurel’s part. And she is no stranger to hooking up with the wrong blokes.

    We’re not sure where Laurel and Charles is going but in the meantime, here’s our round up of Laurel’s dreadful taste in men!

    Marlon comforts Laurel after the funeral of her mother, Hilary. They embrace before taking things further.
    Laurel and Marlon got together at the wrong time (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Bad timing with Marlon Dingle

    This is a bit unfair, really, because other than an emotional kiss with dying ex-wife Donna, Marlon really didn’t do anything wrong. But he was definitely the wrong man for Laurel at the wrong time.

    When they first fell for each other, she was still married to Ashley and she and Marlon agreed to put their feelings aside.

    But after they split, she and Marlon got together and planned their wedding. Once they’d tied the knot though, having dealt with Laurel’s carjacking, and the death of Donna, Laurel began descending into alcoholism. Her behaviour led to the break-up of their marriage.

    A stranger in a bar

    When Laurel was at the lowest point of her addiction, she went off drinking in a bar, and flirted with a stranger in order to get him to buy her booze. She ended up spending the night with him, and it was after that she realised she needed help to kick her drinking habit. So in some ways, he did her a favour!

    Bob and Laurel share a moment in the kitchen
    The fans hated Laurel and Bob together! (Credit: ITV)

    Making mistakes with Bob Hope

    We’d have expected it from serial cheat Bob, but everyone was surprised when Laurel succumbed to his charms back in 2018, when he was with Brenda. Laurel was still grieving the loss of Ashley, and turned to his best friend for comfort – blowing apart his family and hurting her own in the process.

    Bob and Laurel never really had any proper chemistry. They quickly realised their romance was a mistake, though too late to spare any hurt or save Bob’s marriage, and it was no surprise when they split.

    Jai and Laurel on their wedding day
    Jai and Laurel were married for a year (Credit: ITV)

    Marriage to Jai Sharma

    They were quite sweet at first, were Jai and Laurel. Two former addicts, both single parents, both with (a lot!) of baggage. They muddled through tough times including terminating Laurel’s unplanned pregnancy, and seemed to be making a success of their blended family.

    But then Jai’s lies, schemes and deceptions caught up with him. Of course, Laurel had already forgiven him for his financial fibs but lying about what happened to Amit, and scamming cousin Suni out of his share in the Hide was a step too far. Enough was enough – Laurel called it quits and Jai is FUMING.

    Emmerdale Laurel and Charles kiss
    Laurel and Charles ended up kissing (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Charles Anderson in Emmerdale

    She may have a thing for vicars but we’re pretty sure Charles is not the one for Laurel.  We can’t see Laurel and Charles making a go of things. After all, he’s fickle, opinionated, and the only woman he really pays attention to is his mum, Claudette.

    We’re very much hoping their afternoon delight was just a rebound thing and not the beginning of yet another doomed romance for Laurel!

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  • Amelia Spencer – Mean girl or brainwashed victim?

    Amelia Spencer – Mean girl or brainwashed victim?

    Amelia Spencer in Emmerdale has been getting on fans’ nerves lately as she has fallen hook, line and sinker for Tom King‘s lies. As she fails to spot the multiple red flags around her new boyfriend, Amelia is fast becoming public enemy number two (behind Tom, of course).

    But is she really to blame? She’s young, a single mum with no real family around and very impressionable. Tom’s picked an easy target, that’s for sure. So is Amelia really a mean girl or is she simply a victim too?

    Amelia lashes out at Chas and Belle in Emmerdale
    Amelia has been pretty awful lately (Credit: ITV)

    Who is Amelia Spencer in Emmerdale?

    Amelia arrived in Emmerdale as a child in 2011. She grew up thinking Dan Spencer was her biological father and divided her time between Dan and his partner Kerry, and her mum Ali and her partner Ruby.

    Amelia competed in beauty pageants, proving to be quite the little diva at a young age. But she also devoted herself to God, becoming a passionate Christian.

    In 2015, Amelia’s world turned upside down when Ruby died in a helicopter crash. In 2018, Amelia learned that her mum had sadly passed away too.

    It then turned out Dan’s brother Daz was actually Amelia’s biological father. Amelia went missing and was living with a girl called Beth who had made friends with her in an online chatroom. Beth had manipulated Amelia into not returning home, telling her her family didn’t care about her.

    In 2022, a fifteen year old Amelia got drunk at a party and ended up sleeping with Samson Dingle. She fell pregnant with his baby and gave birth to Esther in October that year. By this time she was dating stalker Noah Dingle, who had just been released from prison.

    When Amelia began posting beauty tutorials online, she got herself a stalker called Lloyd. Dan acted and punched the man to ground, a moment that would end up killing Lloyd. Dan was then sent to prison for manslaughter, with a sentence of eight years.

    Tom and Amelia cuddle in Emmerdale village
    Tom is rubbing Amelia in Belle’s face (Credit: ITV)

    Amelia and Tom

    Amelia broke up with Noah last month after discovering he had called the police on Samson. Suddenly she was in Samson’s corner even after he had wanted nothing to do with her or their baby. Noah was sent on his way and Amelia wasted no time getting together with newly single Tom King.

    Tom’s wife Belle had finally left him after what viewers know to be months of physical and mental abuse. But Amelia has been totally taken in by Tom, believing Belle’s mental health is causing her to make up lies about her ex.

    Everyone in Emmerdale seems to believe Belle, however. Tom has been suspended from the vets and has fled the village, going into hiding. Only Amelia knows where he is and they are having secret meetings to pledge their love.

    His mask slipped momentarily last night (Wednesday September 26) when he snapped at Amelia, but she soon forgave him and melted into his arms. She has said some awful things about Belle, promised to help Tom clear his name in whatever way he can and has even launched an attack on Chas who took her in when she had nowhere to live and nothing to give Esther.

    Amelia is coming across as nasty and vicious. But is she a victim here too?

    Amelia has a go at Chas and Belle in Emmerdale
    Amelia has been spiteful to Belle and awful to Chas (Credit: ITV)

    Amelia in Emmerdale is a mean girl

    Things haven’t been easy for Amelia. She’s got no family around her, other than Kerry and Amy, and is really the perfect target for Tom to reel in and isolate. But viewers don’t all see it like that and many think she is just plain nasty.

    “The way Amelia talks about Belle because of her mental health issues is disgusting. I understand that Tom has manipulated her into believing that she’s lying, but to talk about her mental health that way is nasty,” shared one on social media.

    Another added: “Amelia is a right nasty and very ungrateful wee [Bleep] that needs taken down a peg or three or maybe five.”

    “Amelia needs to snap out of it, nasty cow can’t wait for her to grovel to Belle,” raged one more.

    Someone else said: “Amelia has always been this way about every single thing. She’s always been moody and crabby. She’d use people when she wanted something from them then dropped em.”

    Amelia and Tom hug on the sofa
    Tom is manipulating Amelia now too (Credit: ITV)

    Or is she a victim?

    However, others can see she has been “brainwashed” by abuser Tom.

    “Amelia has been totally brainwashed by Tom. The only way for her to turn against him is if she saw physical evidence of his abuse towards Belle or she sees his dark side for the first time,” said one.

    Another, writing on Reddit, said: “I feel sorry for her. She’s annoying, nasty and SO self righteous, but there’s a reason Tom targeted her. She’s literally just turned 18, her dad is in prison, her mum is dead. And I think people tend to forget that Noah had just got out of prison for being a little weirdo when they started dating. Doesn’t excuse her behaviour, but Tom chose her because he knew she could be easily manipulated. She’s a victim in this too, she’s just not a perfect victim and people don’t like that.”

    Other people on the site were quick to agree with the reasoning.

    So what do we think? Is Amelia just plain nasty? Or is she an innocent victim in all of this too? Let’s not forget Tom is the true villain here, so perhaps the witch hunt should be focused on him?

    Read more: The worst couples in Emmerdale over the years

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  • 5 Spoilers for tonight, Thursday September 26: Tom traps Belle, Charles and Laurel give into passion and John saves Pollard’s life

    5 Spoilers for tonight, Thursday September 26: Tom traps Belle, Charles and Laurel give into passion and John saves Pollard’s life

    Tom makes a dramatic return to the village in tonight’s exciting Emmerdale spoilers as he holds Belle hostage at Wishing Well Cottage. Will she make it out alive?

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale on Thursday September 26, Laurel beds another vicar when her and Charles give into their desires. But will Charles’s ex Manpreet catch them in the act? And, John becomes a local hero after his quick-thinking actions save Pollard’s life.

    Tom locks the doors at Wishing Well and traps Belle inside in Emmerdale
    Menacing Tom holds Belle hostage at Wishing Well (Credit: ITV)

    Belle falls into Tom’s trap in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Belle hopes Amelia is starting to see the light

    Belle has been doing everything in her power to make Amelia see what kind of a monster Tom is. So far, the teen mum has been refusing to hear a bad word said against her boyfriend and refuses to be believe he’s a violent abuser.

    But it seems Belle’s pleas may finally have been heard when Amelia agrees to talk.

    She asks Belle if they can meet at Wishing Well to discuss everything and Belle is only too happy to agree. She makes sure they’ve got the PLACE to themselves then waits for Amelia to show.

    But unbeknownst to Belle, it’s another one of Tom’s traps, which she’s fallen straight into.

    Tom King traps Belle Dingle in Emmerdale
    Belle is in terrible danger, can she make it out alive? (Credit: ITV)

    2.Tom holds Belle hostage

    Belle hears the door open and turns round to see Tom standing there.

    The pair haven’t come face-to-face for a few weeks since Tom vanished from the village in the wake of his sacking. Belle is understandably terrified as she realises Tom must have used Amelia to get her alone.

    Tom is out for revenge after Belle outed his abuse to the whole village, and as she tries to escape he blocks her exit and proceeds to lock the doors. Belle is trapped with no way out and could be in mortal danger.

    Is tragedy about to strike?

    Laurel Thomas and Charles Anderson have a row in Emmerdale
    Laurel and Charles’s argument turns to passion (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Charles get it on in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Anger turns to passion for Laurel and Charles

    Over at Woodbine, Charles is not a happy bunny when he finds out Laurel has gone ahead with her plans for the church harvest festival without consulting him first.

    A row erupts between them as Charles voices his anger, but out of nowhere the pair find themselves kissing.

    The impulsive moment of lust takes both Laurel and Charles by surprise. But after enjoying a bit of spikey banter, they end up taking things upstairs to the bedroom. Ooh vicar!

    Charles Anderson and Laurel Thomas kiss in Emmerdale
    Laurel and Charles end up in bed together (Credit: ITV)

    4. Manpreet wants Charles back

    Meanwhile, unaware of what’s happening, Charles’s ex Manpreet urges Jai not to give up on his marriage to Laurel. The pair are in the middle of a messy divorce, but Jai has now seen the error of his ways and wants his wife back.

    Manpreet’s chat with Jai also makes her realise how much she misses Charles. The on/off couple split back in the summer but now Manpreet wants to rekindle their relationship.

    She heads over to Woodbine, ready to tell Charles how she feels. But is she about to discover him in bed with Laurel?

    John Sugden helps a poorly Eric Pollard in Emmerdale
    John prevents Pollard from suffering a potentially fatal angina attack (Credit: ITV)

    It’s John to the rescue in Emmerdale spoilers

    5. John saves Pollard’s life

    At the surgery, John’s quick actions prevent Pollard suffering an angina attack. The former army medic recognises the signs and is able to administer the correct medication swiftly.

    Liam is impressed by the newcomer’s excellent work, while John awkwardly enjoys the praise.

    Later, John accepts a job working at Brooke Surgery. Is he finally beginning to settle into his new life in Emmerdale?

    Read more: What is John’s Sugden’s big secret? 

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  • Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Simon and Nicola call it quits and Alan bails Terence out

    Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Simon and Nicola call it quits and Alan bails Terence out

    In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Thursday September 25, Simon and Nicola realise their relationship is over and Terence gets his own way again. These episodes originally aired on February 1 and 2 2006.

    Ivan, Simon and Nicola argue in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
    Ivan, Simon and Nicola argue in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Classic Emmerdale: It’s over for Simon and Nicola

    Wanting to help, Lesley and Ivan try to get Nicola and Simon together to sort out their differences. Simon reveals things started to go south when he lost his business. He firmly believes Nicola wants the entrepreneur not the man.

    But Nicola is adamant that’s not the case, in fact she misses his drive and ambition. Things don’t go well as the couple start throwing insults at each other. They eventually agree their relationship is over.

    But then Nicola insists Simon must move out – and Simon tells her the house is his! Can they figure this out?

    Nicola chases Ivan as he and Paul commit

    Nicola is comforted by Ivan over the break-up, but it only makes her like him even more. She mistakes his kindness for attraction and looks at him longingly. Ivan’s worried about Nicola’s looks and wonders if she’s trying it on with him.

    Meanwhile, Paul says he’s sorry for going through Ivan’s phone. He wants to prove himself so offers him a key to the house. Rodney isn’t keen on the idea, but Paul pleads how serious he is about Ivan and Ivan is touched by the gesture.

    As Paul confides in Diane he thinks he’d found his Mr Right, are Nicola’s advances going to bring everything crashing down?

    Terence starts to plot in Classic Emmerdale

    Adam coaxes Steph to the Woolpack for a drink and insists she stays put when Terence arrives. Stirring trouble Terence talks to Jimmy and says it’s odd that Adam is with Steph given her history.

    When Jimmy makes a joke about Adam’s sanity, it gets the cogs of Terence’s mind whirring. What is he plotting?

    Terence is smug when Alan bails him out (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
    Terence is smug when Alan bails him out (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Alan bails Terence out

    Meanwhile, Alan is worried when he finds out about Terence‘s debts. Terence insists it was just a couple of unpaid bills, but with their joint mortgage refused, Alan wonders if there is more to it…

    He continues to push his son, who finally admits he owes £20,000. Wanting to help, Alan reveals to Steph he is using the B&B as a guarantee for a loan to pay off Terence’s debts.

    Although Terence is grateful to his dad, Steph is fearful about what all this means. 

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