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What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Samson told more lies, Matty exposed

In Emmerdale tonight (Monday July 8) Samson spun more tall tales about his plan to leave the village, but Moira was determined to stop him.

Elsewhere, Matty was put in terrible danger – by his own wife, when Amy made an awful mistake.

Here’s everything that went down in Emmerdale tonight.

Moira is not letting Samson go (Credit: ITV)

Moira tried to stop Samson’s exit plan

Mack arrived at Butlers farm to break the news Josh and Samson are leaving sooner rather than later. Moira stormed round to the Dingles’ to confront Samson. She told Sam he was doing a runner and they got into a huge argument.

Sam then went to see Samson and find out what was going on. He tried to make Samson see he couldn’t run away. Playing the victim Samson made out he had to leave as he was scared of what Cain and Moira would do to him if he stayed. He claimed he’d be home for the trial. And Sam couldn’t see through his son’s lies and agreed to support his decision.

Meanwhile, Moira returned to the Dingles’ when it was empty and started rifling through drawers – she was trying to find Samson’s passport and couldn’t locate it. Can she find another way to keep him in the country?

Matty was all smiles, but not for long (Credit: ITV)

Matty in danger after Emmerdale tonight

Amy visited Matty in prison, who was in brighter spirits. He explained he’d told Les the truth and he was great about it. Amy was also feeling positive as she revealed they’d hired Kyle’s solicitor and they felt confident they’d get Matty out.

When the visit ended, Matty went back to his cell, but Amy was caught on the way out – by Robbo. But he was pretending to be Les. And Amy let slip that Matty is trans. She left with a smile on her face and absolutely no idea what she’d done…

Back in the prison, Robbo waltzed into Matty’s cell and revealed he’d spoken to Amy. Matty was clearly terrified as Robbo revealed he knew Matty was trans. Fortunately Les came back at the right time and stopped Robbo doing anything to him.

Les warned Matty to be careful, but Matty tried not to be too worried – after all, he’s got Les to protect him, right? Wrong! Les is being released – tomorrow. Matty is totally on his own. And frankly, it’s hard not to fear for his safety. Will he survive?

Laurel still wants Jai gone

Nicola was lording it up over Jai and told him to stay away from Laurel. Jai confided in Caleb and both admitted that their relationships were in tatters and both Nicky and Suni were blocking their calls.

Jai continued to defy Laurel’s orders and took her clothes to the hospital. When Nicola arrived she locked horns with Jai and Laurel had to pull them apart.

Jai left with his tail between his legs, however back in the village, Caleb was having a little more success solving his own marital woes.

Ruby and Caleb decided to leave in Emmerdale tonight

Still rowing about Nicky’s departure, Caleb couldn’t do right for doing wrong. Ruby constantly laid into him about never showing their son any love or affection.

Caleb eventually broke down and admitted he was a terrible dad. He said he hated himself for it. And he had to pack Nicky’s stuff away because it was too painful to see it around the house.

Caleb told Ruby he didn’t want to lose her and she agreed. They decided to go to Bali on holiday to think about themselves and work on their marriage. She also said they need to let Nicky go for now.

Wish we could swan off to Bali every time we’re having a bad week. See you soon, Miligans.

Will Billy ever get it right? (Credit: ITV)

Dawn dismissed Billy

Dawn was caring for Evan when Billy and Clemmie came in. Billy was ready to take over after Dawn had been up all night with their son, but she seemed reluctant to leave her baby’s side.

Billy wanted to be useful and offered to do Evan’s medication, but he spat it up. Dawn immediately took over and refused to show Billy what he’d done wrong. He clearly felt useless, but Billy is the last person on Dawn’s mind right now. She did little to reassure him later either.

Will Dawn ever see she’s not the only one going through this?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

8th July 2024
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Zoe plans a risky escape and Max has shocking family initiation

In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for today (Monday July 8), tensions are high as Zoe Tate plots an escape. Meanwhile, Max King finds himself deeper in the family business, with devastating consequences.

These episodes first aired on September 15 and 16 2005.

Zoe is unsure if she should believe Effie (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Classic Emmerdale: Zoe makes a daring escape plan

Zoe Tate fears Callum Rennie won’t support her escape if he discovers Effie Harrison’s involvement. Effie confronts Zoe, leading to a passionate kiss and a bedroom rendezvous.

Zoe later reveals to a shocked Callum that Effie will join them as the nanny, leaving him no choice but to accept. Effie suggests traveling separately with the children to avoid suspicion if the police intervene.

Zoe agrees, and they decide Effie and the kids will fly to Ireland to reunite with her.

Paddy and Max’s actions have lead to deadly consequences (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Deadly consequences for Paddy and Max

A devastating incident at the farm leaves Paddy Kirk and Max King scrambling for answers. After a distressing call from Craig Briggs, Paddy and Max rush to the scene, discovering numerous dead or dying calves. Paddy struggles to understand the high dosage he prescribed, while Max feels overwhelming guilt.

Have Max’s actions caused the Briggs to lose their farm?(Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Classic Emmerdale: Max’s twisted initiation

Max visits Craig to confess his and Paddy’s role in the cattle deaths. Craig, suspecting foul play, aggressively confronts Max and reveals his knowledge of their actions.

Shaken, Max reports back to Tom King, who shockingly praises him and declares him a fully fledged family member due to his evil actions. Despite Tom’s approval, Max struggles with his new identity and guilt.

Jack and Zoe’s farm fallout

Jack Sugden aggressively confronts Zoe over her decision to sell Andy Sugden’s farm without warning. Although Zoe initially brushes off Jack’s anger, she later visits him to apologise.

She explains she wanted a quick sale and assures him that Rodney Blackstock will make a better landlord than Tom. Will Jack be so forgiving?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.30pm and 2.05pm.

8th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Ruby confessed, Josh and Samson exposed

In Emmerdale tonight Ruby told Charles the truth about Ethan’s hit and run and then hinted to Caleb their marriage was over. Meanwhile, Sarah exposed Josh and Samson’s plan – but what will Mack do about it?

Here’s what happened in Emmerdale on Friday July 5.

Caleb wants to get past this – Ruby does not (Credit: ITV)

Ruby questioned her future after confessing

Ruby blames Caleb for Nicky’s departure and doesn’t want to talk to him. Things are more than a little bit tense chez Miligan.

Over at the Anderson house, Charles was determined to get back to helping people of the church. But as Claudette sang Caleb and Ruby’s praises, Charles blurted out that Caleb had run Ethan down.

However, instead of being angry, Claudette sought Ruby out to offer her sympathy over Nicky’s exit. Ruby couldn’t lie any longer though and confessed she was the one driving the car.

As Ruby tried to explain herself to Claudette, Charles overheard everything. Claudette insisted it had to stop, they had to accept God’s will that Ethan was dead. “We have to move on and rebuild what we’ve got.” She then said it was enough to know the truth and it had to be over. Both Charles and Ruby agreed to draw a line under it.

However one person who Ruby still wasn’t interested in forgiving was Caleb. It soon became clear she was questioning their future as she told him: “If I stay here with you, I’ve lost [Nicky] forever.” As Caleb questioned what she meant by ‘if’, she walked away.

Is this the end of Ruby and Caleb?

Even Jai can’t make things up this time (Credit: ITV)

Laurel insisted it was over in Emmerdale tonight

Jai remained convinced it was the drugs talking and Laurel didn’t mean it when she said they’re done. Nicola told him blankly he was delusional and it was over, but Jai is in denial.

Jai visited Laurel in hospital and tried to gaslight her into thinking she was muddled from the painkillers. Laurel was very firm: they are over. She demanded he stop visiting her to help her avoid stress.

Gabby walked in at that moment and overheard everything. Jai was confronted by Gabby after Laurel told her the truth. Gabby was not happy – but what can she actually do about it?

Meanwhile, young Archie was non-the-wiser about all that was going on. He wanted to know about Laurel’s well-being and wanted to see his uncle Suni. Jai couldn’t bring himself to explain to his son what was really going on and spun him a tall tale – angering Gabby even further.

As Jai tried in vain to contact Suni, it looks like he’s lost everything. But is it no more than he deserves?

Sarah found out Josh’s plan and Mack put two and two together (Credit: ITV)

Sarah exposed Josh

At Charity’s place, Sarah was supposed to be tidying up, but she was getting messages from Josh and he then turned up wanting to know why she was ignoring his texts. Sarah said it was for the best, but he persisted and persisted and got down on one knee begging. She agreed to one drink.

The Woolpack might not have been the best place if they wanted to go under the radar, but that’s where they went. And it soon became very clear Sarah was warming to him.

Josh then confessed he and Samson were planning to leave sooner than planned and weren’t going to bother turning up to be witnesses at Matty’s trial. Sarah began to realise Josh wasn’t actually the nice guy he was making out.

Mack then arrived and dragged Sarah home, which made her fuming. But when she let slip Josh and Samson were moving their trip forward, Mack realised exactly why – that he was lying and didn’t want to testify. With Josh’s plot exposed, what will Mack do about it?

Paddy made Mandy apologise (Credit: ITV)

Rhona tried to prove herself in Emmerdale tonight

Mandy and Rhona were continuing to snipe at each other, while Paddy desperately tried to keep the peace. Rhona was feeling a bit sensitive about the fact Mandy thinks she’s boring – and when Nicola insinuated the same thing, Rhona rushed off.

Mandy then apologised, but Rhona wasn’t in a forgiving mood. In fact, she’d done a survey of her friends to prove she wasn’t boring… She then suggested she and Mandy have a proper night out, but Mandy wasn’t feeling it. How will Rhona ever prove herself now?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

5th July 2024
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Zoe considers a daring escape and Robert’s shocking kiss

In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for Tuesday July 9 on ITV3, Zoe contemplates a shocking escape, while Robert stirs up trouble with a risky kiss. Today’s episodes originally aired on the September 13 and 14 2005.

Classic Emmerdale: Zoe and her escape plan

Effie suggests to Zoe that she should flee before her trial. Initially dismissing the idea, Zoe soon starts to see it as a viable option.

She confides in Callum about her potential escape and shocks him further by admitting she might have killed Scott if Paddy hadn’t intervened. Callum, despite his surprise, assures her of his support.

There’s a scarecrow competition at the village fete! (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Scarecrow showdown

Meanwhile, the village is abuzz with the summer fete, where the scarecrow competition is the main attraction. Villagers are buzzing with excitement as they await the scarecrow competition results, a fun break from all the village drama.

Ethan’s revelation

Ethan seizes the opportunity to gossip to the Bishop about Ashley and Laurel’s rocky relationship. He even spills the secret about Ashley’s supposedly dead father.

Robert lures Debbie into a romantic kiss (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Robert’s revenge

On a mission to get back at Andy, Robert lures Debbie into his car and takes her down a quiet country lane. He flatters her with promises of loyalty, creating a romantic tension that culminates in a kiss. This unexpected move leaves Debbie reeling.

Classic Emmerdale: Laurel’s plea

Laurel tries her best to persuade Ashley to let Jasmine stay, but her efforts fall flat. Daz arrives, hoping for a farewell kiss from Jasmine.

Effie’s confession

Zoe decides to go ahead with her escape plan and shares her intentions with Effie, who not only supports the idea but also confesses her feelings for Zoe, offering to run away with her. This unexpected twist leaves Zoe both stunned and touched.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

5th July 2024
All the Emmerdale stars who’ve appeared on Strictly Come Dancing from Kelvin Fletcher to Claire King

Strictly Come Dancing has been a favourite show for Emmerdale stars since the early days of the glittering show! And Emmerdale dancers are among the fans’ top competitors of all time.

Here’s the lowdown of all the Emmerdale stars who have taken part in Strictly Come Dancing, who they danced with, and how far they got in the show.

Emmerdale stars on Strictly Come Dancing

Brendan and Claire famously did not get on (Credit: David Fisher/Shutterstock)

Claire King

Claire, who plays iconic Emmerdale villain Kim Tate, took part in the fourth series of Strictly Come Dancing in 2006. She was paired with the show’s ‘bad boy’, Brendan Cole, who’d won the very first series with newsreader Natasha Kaplinski. The pressure was on!

Claire was competing against fellow soap star Louisa Lytton (aka Ruby Allen in EastEnders) and one-time Corrie mechanic Ray Fearon, as well as Spice Girl Emma Bunton, and rugby player Matt Dawson.

She was eliminated eight in the competition – making it through to the end of November – when her samba scored just 25 out of 40.

In the end, cricketer Mark Ramprakash won the series with his partner Karen Hardy.

Claire has made no secret of the fact she and Brendan didn’t get on. Her crippling arthritis also made competing on the show a challenge, but she was determined never to give up.

Responding to reports she and Brendan were romantically involved, Claire told The People at the time: “Our routines, may be hot but that’s as far as it goes. Brendan grinds down my confidence and I don’t feel like he’s given me a lot of support.”

She continued: “Brendan’s been defeatist from the word go about his chances of winning when he found out I was his partner. I’ve had no moral support or team spirit from him.

“I’m not a dancer and I needed someone to help me through it.

“It takes me longer than the younger contestants to pick things up and Brendan is very intolerant and impatient with me. He’s got a very short temper – both of us have.”

Lisa Riley

Mandy Dingle‘s alter ego Lisa Riley took part in the 10th series of Strictly in 2012, taking on Olympians Louis Smith (who won the series) and Victoria Pendleton (who also once appeared on Emmerdale!), as well as current EastEnders star Colin Salmon (who plays George Knight), and Girls Aloud’s Kimberley Walsh.

Lisa was partnered with Robin Windsor and the pair were certainly a big hit with viewers, making it all the way through to December before being eliminated in the semi-final!

Lisa and Robin became firm friends and she was devastated when Robin died in February 2024, aged just 44. She paid tribute to her friend, calling him her angel.

Cute couple Gemma and Gorka met on Strictly Come Dancing (Credit: BBC)

Gemma Atkinson

Former Hollyoaks and Emmerdale star Gemma Atkinson, AKA Carly Hope, took to the dancefloor in 2017. It was series 15 of the show and Gemma was paired with AljaÅ¾ Å korjanec.

Gemma took to dancing immediately and was therefore a big hit with Strictly fans. She and AljaÅ¾ were runners up in the series, which was eventually won by Holby City star Joe McFadden and his partner Katya Jones.

But though Gemma didn’t win the series, she did win a different prize! She hit it off with professional dancer Gorka Marquez and the pair started a relationship.

They’re now engaged and are also proud parents to daughter Mia and son Tio.

Kelvin won Strictly with Oti (Credit: BBC)

Emmerdale stars on Strictly Come Dancing: Kelvin Fletcher

Kelvin wasn’t even supposed to be in Strictly in 2019. He was a last-minute replacement for Jamie Laing following his injury. Kelvin only started training two weeks before the first live show.

He was partnered with Oti Mabuse, who was in her fifth year as a Strictly professional.

Kelvin started with a bang, achieving the highest score of week one with his salsa. And he didn’t stop there! The farmer and racing car fan went on to smash the competition. He then won the whole series!

Adam danced with Luba (Credit: BBC)

Adam Thomas

One-time Emmerdale star Adam, who now stars in Waterloo Road, took part in Strictly in 2023 partnered with Luba Mushtuk.

Adam loved every minute of his appearance on Strictly, spreading joy with his infectious enthusiasm.

Unfortunately, he didn’t go the distance and he and Luba were voted off the show in the seventh week, after being in the dance-off two weeks in a row. They were eliminated when the judges chose to save newsreader Angela Rippon and her partner Kai Widdrington.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

5th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Charles defeated, Nicky and Suni left

Emmerdale tonight it was a double bill of episodes which saw Charles confront Caleb – and then admit defeat. Also two exits aired as Nicky and Suni left the village.

Here’s a recap of tonight’s Emmerdale.

Charles wanted answers, so Caleb told him lies (Credit: ITV)

Caleb confronted by Charles

Charles was snoring his head off on Caleb and Ruby’s sofa and neither Ruby nor Nicky were happy about it at all. “Have you gone absolutely mental?” Nicky shrieked, waking Charles up. He had a point, but maybe he should have lowered his voice.

Later, Charles was telling Caleb how grateful he is for all his support. Then he spilt his coffee all over the rug and insisted on cleaning it up. But while he was getting a cloth he pocketed a letter he spotted.

Charles then insisted on driving Caleb into Hotten for his meeting. But in fact, Charles drove him down a country path into the middle of nowhere. Caleb started to get concerned – took him long enough!

Somehow he agreed to walk with Charles and they ended up deep in the woods. Caleb tried to leave, but Charles got aggressive and demanded to know what happened to Ethan. He had found an invoice from the garage dated the day after Ethan’s accident and deduced Caleb was involved.

Caleb feigned ignorance and tried to talk Charles down. But he was having none of it and wanted answers. Caleb then confessed he ran Ethan over. He claimed Ruby knows nothing about it.

Charles threatened to report Caleb to the police, but Caleb insisted he had a water-tight alibi and he would deny everything. As Charles pinned Caleb up against a tree in a rage, Caleb begged him to calm down.

Charles eventually lost puff and told him to stay away from him and his family.

Defeated Charles returned home with all the fight gone out of him. Caleb then tried to cover his tracks and get their stories straight. But Nicky refused to lie. So where do the Miligans go from here?

Prisoner Matty decided to come clean (Credit: ITV)

Matty confessed in Emmerdale tonight

With Matty was cowering in his prison cell as his cellmate did press ups, Robbo came in and started intimidating him. But Les defended Matty and told Robbo to get lost.

However later Les offered some wisdom that Matty would be better coming clean rather than sneaking off with the staff and raising suspicions. He thought Matty was on methadone, but Matty then decided to reveal his actual secret.

Les was actually really interested and asked a lot of questions. He offered his support, but warned Matty other people might not take it so well. Has Matty done the right thing?

Laurel told Jai they’re done

Laurel definitely had a heart attack and has undergone an angioplasty to widen the artery, which according to Nicola went well.

At the hospital, Gabby was quizzing Jai over why he and Laurel were arguing. But he wasn’t giving anything away. And when Laurel woke up he insisted he would do anything she needed to get her better.

He’d clearly forgotten her ultimatum, but Laurel hadn’t, especially when she realised he hadn’t told Suni. She insisted he had to do it today.

And when Suni came to visit Laurel Jai still couldn’t do it and so she told Suni everything instead.

As the fallout continued, Laurel confided in Nicola and said she didn’t think she could be married to Jai any more. He wanted to put it all behind them, but she had had enough: “I mean it this time. We’re done.”

So long and farewell to Nicky and Suni (Credit: ITV)

Nicky and Suni left in Emmerdale tonight

As Jai begged Suni for forgiveness, Suni was not in a forgiving mood at all. “I’m done with you,” Suni told him.

He then returned home to Nicky and told him what had happened. He said he needed to get as far away from this place as possible and begged Nicky to come with him.

Nicky, who had been wanting to leave for ages, had a change of heart and said he couldn’t leave his mum! However after finding out Caleb had lied to Charles, Nicky said he was done.

He then agreed to leave with Suni. They packed their bags, and their snacks, and Nicky apologised to Charles. Ruby caught them leaving and begged them to stay. But Nicky wasn’t budging on his decision. They got in the car and drove out of Emmerdale.

So it’s bye bye to Suni and Nicky as they drove off into the sunset.

It wasn’t how Mandy saw the evening going (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale tonight: Mandy caused trouble

Mandy was in a state as the beauticians is quiet and she doesn’t have enough work. Paddy tried to cheer her up suggesting they set a wedding date. She didn’t seem keen, worrying Paddy.

Paddy then wanted to double date with Marlon and Rhona – something else Mandy did not seem happy with. Especially when she saw what games Paddy was planning on playing.

It definitely wasn’t a scintillating evening as Mandy drunk more and more and then wanted to dance instead of play. She went on to insult Rhona, telling her she was up tight. Not a great foursome, then.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

4th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Laurel had a heart attack, Tom isolated Belle further

In Emmerdale tonight (Wednesday July 3) Laurel collapsed with a suspected heart attack, sending Jai into a spin. Meanwhile, Tom worked to get Belle further away from her family than ever before.

Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

Laurel was very unwell (Credit: ITV)

Laurel collapsed after arguing with Jai

Jai and Laurel were still at loggerheads, but she was also struggling with twinges. Claiming it to be indigestion, Laurel dismissed it and agreed to meet Gabby in the Woolpack for lunch.

She then insisted Jai had to tell Suni the truth today – or she would. Jai went to see Suni and a half-naked Nicky answered the door. Once we got out of our daze over Lewis Cope’s gym-honed bod, we realised Jai was stuttering and stumbling over not actually wanting to see Suni after all. He was then completely thrown by Nicky’s comment that he was very important to Suni.

Jai found Laurel in the church and told her he couldn’t tell Suni. He begged her not to make him do it. But Laurel wasn’t having it and let rip.

When Jai took a swipe at Ashley, Laurel had had enough and told him he was a “sad, horrible, weak little man,” and ordered him to leave.

But after he went she struggled to breathe and collapsed to the floor. Fortunately Gabby located her in the church and immediately called an ambulance.

Over at The Hide, Jai was trying to talk to Suni, but Gabby’s persistent calls distracted him. When he eventually answered and found out what had happened, he rushed off – without having told Suni anything.

Laurel was being wheeled into an ambulance when Jai arrived and Manpreet explained they thought she’d had a heart attack. Suni reassured Jai Laurel was going to be okay, but he wasn’t so sure…

Tom managed to push Belle and Charity apart again (Credit: ITV)

Tom isolated Belle in Emmerdale tonight

Also in Wednesday’s episode Tom tried to play the nice guy encouraging Belle to make amends with Charity. Charity later saw Belle and Piper out for a walk and told her: “You’ll always be our family.” Belle stormed off again, but Charity insisted she wasn’t going anywhere and would always be there if she wanted to talk.

Meanwhile, Tom was having a Zoom job interview where he was told the job was “extremely isolated”. He insisted his wife was really keen to move somewhere so out of the way as she wanted the quiet life.

He then told Belle they should go away on holiday and suggested Wales. He showed her a cottage miles away from anywhere and she agreed it would be “perfect”.

Perfect for him to gain total control, you mean Belle? Sure. Perfect.

She loves a bad boy (Credit: ITV)

Sarah flirted with Josh

At the garage Sarah was fixing Josh’s car and he got a little bit friendly. Turns out she quite likes the bad boy as she fluttered her eyelashes, but Moira broke the moment when she sent Josh on his way.

However, Josh later returned and wanted to treat her to lunch. Sarah agreed, but as they were leaving Moira and Cain arrived. Cain told him to push off.

Sarah told him he was embarrassing, she then laid into Cain and Moira and defended Josh. She insisted Matty “had the knife and stabbed Samson” so it wasn’t Josh’s fault. Cain did not look happy.

Ruby was not happy with how Caleb was handling everything (Credit: ITV)

Charles and Caleb bonded in Emmerdale tonight

Upset Charles got a phone call telling him the police were dropping the investigation into Ethan’s hit and run. He told Manpreet he was going to talk to a lawyer before storming out in a state.

Caleb was listening in on what is clearly good news for him and Ruby. So he did the logical thing and took Ruby to the Woolpack to celebrate being in the clear. She felt very uncomfortable with the idea as she struggled with her guilt.

Charles was also drinking himself silly in the Woolpack. Ruby couldn’t handle it and left, so Caleb asked Charles to join him. He then took Charles home. Something which Ruby was NOT happy about. Will Caleb regret his latest move?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

3rd July 2024
Charlotte Bellamy details gruesome accident on set that saw her ‘rushed to A&E’

Emmerdale star Charlotte Bellamy once “chopped off the top of her finger” while filming the soap. She was rushed to hospital whilst wearing a fake baby bump, causing all sorts of confusion!

Despite her character Laurel being the one with her fair share of dramatic moments in the Dales, this time it was Charlotte herself who had to go to A&E – and it still wasn’t that straightforward.

Charlotte was wearing a fake baby bump when she was rushed to A&E (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale star Charlotte Bellamy in A&E dash

On Wednesday (July 3) Charlotte appeared on Lorraine. She was there to talk about Laurel’s latest storyline which sees her collapse unable to breathe. However, while chatting to host Lorraine Kelly, the soap star soon began to recall another perilous moment on set – but for her personally rather than for Laurel.

Charlotte explained to Lorraine: “So during filming, I was making a Bolognese, as you do, with a very blunt knife. And on the take, I chopped the top of my finger off.

“But at the time, I was pretending to be pregnant as Laurel, and so I had to get rushed into A&E with the prop man.”

It then turned somewhat farcical as members of the public became confused over her fake baby bump, mistaking it for a real one!

“They were so confused and worried about my baby,” Charlotte laughed, “but obviously my baby wasn’t real.”

She continued: “And I had to say ‘that’s not my husband’ and ‘this isn’t real’. But I had actually chopped the top of my finger off.”

Shame it wasn’t super-hospital Hotten General!

It’s not looking good for Laurel tonight (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Does Laurel survive her collapse?

Of course while Charlotte was fine after the incident, the same might not be said for Laurel in her upcoming storylines. Tonight (Wednesday July 3) things take a dramatic turn when Laurel collapses in church.

Things are tense between Laurel and Jai after she discovered the truth about what really happened to Amit. Jai is desperately trying to squirm out of telling Suni the truth, but furious Laurel won’t let it lie. After he follows her to the church where she’s seeking solace, another argument breaks out and Jai ends up insulting Ashley.

Not good.

After she sends him away and makes her feelings about Jai perfectly clear, Laurel feels dizzy and collapses as she struggles to breathe. She can’t reach her phone. But Gabby finds her and calls an ambulance.

Meanwhile, Jai is trying to confess everything to Suni, but stops in his tracks when he gets the call about Laurel. He rushes to her side, but will she pull through?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

3rd July 2024
Former Coronation Street star Oliver Farnworth joining Emmerdale as new Sugden

The Sugden family in Emmerdale is getting a new member as John Sugden is set to arrive this summer – and it’s certainly about time too.

Soap fans will recognise John actor Oliver Farnworth because he was once part of one of Coronation Street’s biggest ever storylines.

But now he’s swapped the cobbles for the Dales and will be coming to town soon.

Welcome to the Dales! (Credit: ITV)

John Sugden arrives in Emmerdale

Victoria Sugden is, at the present time, the only remaining member of the Sugden family in the village. But that is set to change at last when John arrives.

The character is described as ‘brooding and mysterious’ (aren’t they all?) and he will become ‘deeply entwined with the rich history of the Sugden family’. Sounds, er, fun…

However, John will also have his secrets… (Of course he will). He’s also set for romance, when he catches “the eye of an unsuspecting resident, enriching the drama around his arrival.” Bets on who it will be?

Emmerdale has not confirmed how John and Victoria are related, but it seems certain he’ll be some sort of distant cousin/long-lost brother type.Â John will arrive on screen in early August.

Oliver says he’s “delighted” to be joining Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale newcomer Oliver Farnworth on John Sudgen role

Of his new soap role Oliver says: “I am absolutely delighted to be joining the cast of Emmerdale.

“The show has such a rich history, and the Sugden family is integral to that. I’m looking forward to bringing my character to life and working with such a talented and dedicated team.”

Emmerdale’s Producer Laura Shaw also added: “We are thrilled to have an actor with Oliver’s talent and presence join the Emmerdale family.

“The Sugdens have always been central to Emmerdale, and introducing a new member opens up exciting possibilities for future storylines. Mysterious John’s arrival will no doubt create a stir in the village for Victoria and the wider community.”

Let’s hope John doesn’t end up the same way as Andy (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Oliver Farnworth in Coronation Street

Best-known to soap fans as Coronation Street’s Andy Carver, Oliver was famously part of the Pat Phelan killing spree plot.

Andy was presumed dead by fans after he disappeared thanks to Phelan. However months later it was discovered he was alive and being held hostage in a basement by killer Pat.

Things took a horrible turn for Andy when Phelan forced him to kill Vinny Ashford, then killed Andy anyway. So all those months in the basement trying to stay alive were pretty much for nothing.

Oliver’s final Corrie episode was in 2017.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

2nd July 2024
New Emmerdale producer teases a Dingle death, a Dingle wedding and special Belle episode

A new dawn has arrived in Emmerdale as producer Sophie Roper has stepped in to take over. And she’s got a lot of exciting storylines up her sleeve to shake the show up.

Working alongside Laura Shaw, who has been there for many years, Sophie has revealed to Entertainment Daily and other media that they have “got some brilliant storylines happening at the minute”. And the drama is set to continue over summer and into the new year.

Fancy some teasers about what we can look forward to? Of course you do! Over to Sophie.

Zak’s memory will be honoured (Credit: ITV)

The Dingles take centre stage

If you want drama in Emmerdale then you need look no further than the Dingle clan. There’s A LOT going on with them right now, including Samson being stabbed by Matty and of course the horror of Belle’s abuse at the hands of Tom.

But why stop there? Why not throw even more at them? That’s exactly what Sophie and co are planning.

“The Dingles have been at the heart of the show for 30 years and will continue to be so,” said Sophie. “But as many of you will know we lost Steve Halliwell (who played Zak Dingle) recently.”

Steve Halliwell, who died in December 2023, had played Zak Dingle since the 1990s. And now Emmerdale are going to mark his death in the best possible way.

“We’re going to be marking Zak’s passing in the coming months with a Dingle funeral. It will be very difficult for a lot of people who work on the show and the viewers who have loved Zak for many years, but it’ll be a hugely fitting tribute to such an iconic character.”

Will Belle be able to break free? (Credit: ITV)

Tom’s abuse leaves Belle in terrible danger

As well as the devastation of her dad’s death, Belle will also face more terror at the hands of her abusive husband Tom.

Sophie explained: “We have a special episode coming up, that sees Tom and Belle head off to Wales on a trip away together.

“But set to the backdrop of this beautiful cottage, is a hard-hitting, difficult story. Tom is isolating Belle from her family, her surroundings, everything she knows and loves, which is very much a typical trait of abusers.”

Ding dong the bells are gonna chime for Paddy and Mandy (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale producer reveals a Dingle wedding

It is not all doom and gloom – for once – in the Dales as a Dingle wedding is coming up. And it’s not just any Dingle wedding, it’s Mandy Dingle’s wedding, so we know it’s going to be big, bright and lots of fun.

And Sophie has teased exactly that: “We’ve had Mandy’s dress made in-house by one of our dressmakers â€“ it’s going to be very Mandy, very big, very fun!”

Oliver Farnworth is playing John Sugden (Credit: ITV)

John Sugden comes to town

As well as new Emmerdale producer Sophie revealing there will be some returning characters she also announced a new face. And that face belongs to former Coronation Street star Oliver Farnworth. The Andy Carver actor will be arriving as John Sugden. No, we’ve never heard of him before either, but it’s about time the iconic Sugden family was beefed up.

“The Sugdens, just like the Dingles are an iconic family group and we’re keen to cement them back in the show,” Sophie explained. “John will bring lots of drama to the Dales, which I’m going to keep tight-lipped about for now.”

These two? More drama? Never! (Credit: ITV)

More from Caleb and Ruby promises new Emmerdale producer

Caleb and Ruby might not have been around for a long time, but they’ve definitely made their mark. And we’re set to find out even more about their past when someone else arrives.

Sophie explained: “We’re going to see a blast from their past come back and give us more info about this complicated relationship between husband and wife, and the complicated family dynamics we have there.”

Ella will be back (Credit: ITV)

Ella is back

We may have thought Ella had gone for good after her child-killer secret was revealed. Liam cast her out, Manpreet didn’t want to know and Ella realised there was no place for her in the village any more.

But Sophie assures that isn’t the last we’ve seen of her: “Ella will continue in the show but her past will continue to haunt her.

“Will she ever get her happy ever after? And can she ever escape the past that’s led her to this point?”

Don’t forget the stunts!

Of course Emmerdale is known for its super-stunts and that won’t change under Sophie’s leadership.

“We have some stunts filming this week,” Sophie teased. Although she did not reveal exactly what the stunts would involve she added: “There will be fire engines. It’s an explosive week of Emmerdale!”

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

2nd July 2024