In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 today (Thursday, January 23), Alice Dingle says her final, sad goodbye as Sam helps her end her life.
These episodes originally aired on July 31 and August 1 2006.
Alice and Sam go outside for a final time (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Goodbye, Alice
It’s a sad day for the Dingles as Alice realises it’s time for her to say goodbye to her family. She asks Sam to help her die, and he can’t deal with her request.
But after a chat with Marlon, about him losing Tricia, Sam comes to understand why Alice is asking him to help her and he agrees.
Marlon gets hold of the morphine that Sam needs, with a bit of help from cousin Eli, while Alice – unbeknownst to the Dingles – says her final goodbye.
Sam fills the syringe with morphine, and Alice passes away in his arms.
Jasmine needs money
The next day, pregnant Jasmine goes back to the doctor and asks for a private abortion. But she’s shocked to find out it’ll cost £500.
With no income of her own, she’s forced to ask her family for the cash. Will they realise why she needs the money?
Classic Emmerdale: Is Sam coping?
At the Dingles’ house, the family are united as they vow no one will ever find out the truth about Alice’s death.
Zak warns Sam about the consequences of his actions, but the family are all relieved when the doctor writes out the death certificate. But Sam’s in agony as he watches Alice’s video in today’s Classic Emmerdale.
Will Belle have to take a bath? (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Duck race fun in Classic Emmerdale!
Elsewhere, the village comes together in a duck race to cheer up Belle – and make her take a bath. If Toni’s duck wins, then Belle has to take a bath.
But things don’t quite turn out as expected.
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Alice Dingle takes her last breaths in Classic Emmerdale today, in what is one of soap’s saddest ever deaths.
When the episode was aired originally, back in the summer of 2006, it was quite controversial.
Here’s everything you need to know about Alice’s tragic death.
Sam agreed to help Alice die (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
How did Alice die in Classic Emmerdale?
Alice was diagnosed with cancer shortly after finding out she was pregnant. The doctors advised her to terminate her pregnancy so she could start treatment, but Alice refused.
Instead, she waiting to start her chemotherapy until she had given birth to baby Samson in January 2006.
But by then the cancer was too advanced and Alice went downhill. As her suffering increased, she made the decision to end her own life.
With no treatment left that could cure her, Alice came home to die – sleeping in the Dingles’ lounge with her family around her. But she could no longer walk, or go outside, and so she asked Sam to speed up her death.
Sam took Alice outside for one last time, then he helped her die (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Did Sam kill Alice?
Sam wasn’t in favour of helping Alice to die at first. He told Alice he couldn’t kill the person he loved more than anything else in the world.
But after a chat with Marlon – who’d lost his wife Tricia a few years before – Sam decided he would do as Alice asked.
Newcomer Eli Dingle got the drugs Sam needed, at Marlon’s request, and Sam helped Alice to end it all.
Alice slipped away in Sam’s arms, with little Samson beside her.
The family rallied round Sam (Credit: ITV)
Sam arrested
Sam was briefly arrested for helping his wife die. But in typical Dingle fashion the family all stood together and each confessed to the crime. Eventually it was Cain who took the blame in order to stop social services stepping in and taking baby Samson away from his dad.
Was the Classic Emmerdale storyline controversial?
At the time, there had only been on other assisted death in soap. When Ethel Skinner was diagnosed with terminal cancer, in EastEnders, she asked her friend Dot Cotton to help her die.
Alice’s story, especially her being a young mum, was more controversial and it was debated in the media. But it proved a hit with fans and Ursula Holden Gill, who played Alice, was nominated for the Best Actress award at the 2007 British Soap Awards.
Since then there have been more assisted dying stories in soap. Hayley Cropper took her own life with the help of husband Roy in Coronation Street, and Aaron Dingle helped his boyfriend Jackson Walsh to die. Faith Dingle also ended her life by stockpiling her medication.
The storylines are always controversial, and very emotional! We’re still sobbing over Alice’s tragic death.
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Emmerdale tonight revealed Anthony had not been shot and escaped Caleb (who also survived). But then the vile abuser found himself cornered by Aaron…
Also, Caleb was struggling to process the revelation about Cain and Ruby. He didn’t confront his family, but can he get past it?
Elsewhere, Nicola and Laurel were still panicking and Joe and Dawn were covering up.
Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Wednesday January 22.
The gunshot outcome was revealed in Emmerdale tonight
Caleb couldn’t look at Cain as he tried to process everything (Credit: ITV)
Cain ran to save the day
Cain ran into the barn to find out why a gun went off. He saw Anthony running away and Caleb holding a gun. It turned out neither Caleb nor Anthony got hit. The gun had gone off, but when Caleb bent down to pick it up, Anthony got past him. But the way Caleb was being with Cain made it clear Anthony’s revelation was playing on his mind.
Cain tried to talk some sense into Caleb, telling him to let the police deal with Anthony. But Caleb insisted that couldn’t happen as Steph could never find out the truth.
Cain offered to team up with Caleb to go after him together, but Caleb was talking in riddles. He clearly doesn’t know whether to believe Anthony’s claims over Cain and Ruby’s ‘affair’ or not, especially as Cain assured him they were blood and he always had his back.
Caleb kept it together – just
Cain took Caleb home and Ruby was horrified to see he had a gun. She told him he had to leave it and their priority must be Steph.
Caleb was still being shirty with Cain and despite Cain’s reassurance to Ruby Caleb didn’t know anything, we all know he does.
Caleb then told Ruby no one else would ever find out and Steph would never know… So how long do we reckon before Steph finds out?
Aaron wanted answers over Anthony’s behaviour towards Ruby in Emmerdale tonight (Credit: ITV)
Anthony confronted by someone else
Ruby was rushing around looking for Steph, desperate to make amends. But Aaron accosted her in the village and bombarded her with questions over her dad. He knew something was wrong and he’d seen the same look in her eyes he knew so well from his own experiences with his dad, Gordon.
Meanwhile, Anthony had hobbled over to the depot, but his phone battery had gone dead, so he couldn’t contact Steph. As he went inside a car pulled up and Anthony soon found Aaron waiting for him. “I think it’s about time me and you had a little chat, he told him as the credits rolled…
Nicola was on clean-up duty while Laurel struggled to cope (Credit: ITV)
Nicola went full CSI in Emmerdale tonight
Nicola and Laurel were doing a clean-up job at the house to remove the evidence. CSI superfan Nicola was on the case as Laurel was whining and staring longingly at a wine bottle.
Steph then turned up just as they finished cleaning. She wanted to know if they’d seen her grandad. Laurel was feeling sick and worried – but really it was self-defence, so we don’t know why they’re in such a panic.
Joe and Dawn put their clothes back on as they agreed to cover their liaison up (Credit: ITV)
Dawn had regrets – or did she?
Joe and Dawn got dressed after their intimate liaison, with Dawn already feeling the guilt as she did up her boots. Sidenote: how does Joe keep his carpet so white when they’re all walking around in outdoor shoes everywhere?
Anyway, Dawn wasn’t sure if she could trust Joe, but he assured her he is a changed man. Promise.
They were then unable to escape the bedroom because Lydia was directly outside hoovering. Not to bang on about carpets, but she seemed to be vaccuming that one spot for a really long time – there’ll be nothing left of it.
Joe then opened up about why he blamed Charity for his dad’s death and told Dawn his life story. He admitted he was lonely so came back to be with family.
Dawn then revealed her own past – living in a crack den and having her son taken away by social services. And Lydia finished hoovering so Dawn escaped.
But then Billy returned home with Evan and Dawn fawned over him in front of an understanding Joe. She claimed they would never sleep together again, but we all know that’s not true, don’t we?!
Joe was unfazed by Charity’s anger over the watch (Credit: ITV)
Also in Emmerdale tonight…
Charity spotted Noah’s watch and his story about getting an advance on his salary didn’t wash. She immediately went round to confront Joe. Charity insisted he drop the act and stay away from her son.
Joe had absolutely no intention of doing so, though, and immediately arranged to meet Noah for a drink. He called him ‘bro’ which was a bit disconcerting, but still.
As he went to leave, Joe had a wobble and once again we’re left wondering, what is wrong with him.
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With Ruby’s abuse ordeal at the hands of her father now public knowledge, fans are calling for her son Nicky to return to Emmerdale.
Nicky Miligan left the Dales last July, but since his departure things have got a lot more serious for his family.
While Ruby Fox-Miligan continues to process what happened to her as a child, fans have begged for Nicky to come back and support his mum.
Nicky originally hid that he was Caleb’s son (Credit: ITV)
What happened to Nicky Miligan in Emmerdale?
Nicky originally hid his identity when he arrived in the village. He started a job at Home Farm as a live-in nanny as part of dad Caleb’s scheme to bring down Kim Tate.
He took the scheme so far that he was even set to marry Gabby Thomas, the mother of Kim’s grandson. However, he didn’t go through with it and admitted he was gay.
Nicky started a relationship with Suni Sharma, but they faced some opposition. When Ethan drove Nicky to rescue Suni from a homophobic crowd, he crashed the car. Ethan moved Nicky to the driving seat and run away.
Although Nicky ended up in a coma, ultimately he was fine. However, his parents took it upon themselves to get revenge on Ethan via a hit and run.
Given the emotional time Ruby is currently having, fans have wondered why Nicky hasn’t returned to offer support and have begged for him to come back.
“I would love Nicky back for this storyline actually, Imagine he’s actually the one that kills Anthony,” one fan said. While another added: “We need Nicky back!”
On Reddit, a third fan suggested a return for Nicky, with a fourth viewer speculating: “I really hope so, but he’ll probably have to be recast (unless it’s a brief stint).”
“Bring back Nicky 2025 make emmerdale great again,” demanded a fifth fan, with a sixth adding: “Wish they would bring him back , I loved him.”
Lewis Cope quit his role as Nicky (Credit: ITV)
Is a return likely?
Nicky Miligan was not killed off and his family are a big part of the soap at the moment, so a return would not only be possible, but it would make sense.
Since Nicky’s departure, Ruby has been to visit her son. When Steph arrived, she also revealed that she’d been in touch with Nicky. Therefore, it’s likely he knows what’s currently going on in his family’s lives.
Recent scenes in Emmerdale have seen news spread around the village that Nicky’s grandfather Anthony sexually abused Ruby when she was younger. It has also been revealed to viewers that Anthony is Steph’s dad.
This week sees Anthony murdered with numerous suspects in the frame. It would make sense for Nicky to return and support his family during this time.
However, Lewis Cope, who played Nicky, quit the role and has made no comment about a desire to return.
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Emmerdale cast member Danny Miller has opened up about why Aaron could be driven to murder as Anthony is killed in the show.
Aaron Dingle has suffered a lot over the years. Now it seems his past is catching up with him. And the thought of anyone suffering the same abuse he did as a child is too much for him to bear.
Emmerdale cast member Danny Miller has revealed just what Aaron’s motives would be for killing Anthony, and whether he thinks Aaron is actually capable of murder.
Aaron is disgusted when he finds out the truth (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale cast star Danny Miller on Aaron’s realisation
Back in 2016, Emmerdale embarked on a heartbreaking storyline for fan-favourite Aaron when they brought his dad back. After keeping it in for so long, Aaron finally confided in Robert Sugden about the sexual abuse he faced growing up.Â
What followed was a long and emotional journey where Aaron, with the support of the rest of his family, faced his disgusting dad in court. And thankfully, Gordon got sent down. But, his time in prison wasn’t long, as he ended up taking his own life shortly after the sentencing. Leaving Aaron with even more emotions to deal with.
Now, as Aaron has just realised the truth of what’s happened between Ruby and vile Anthony, he sees red. And wants to get revenge.
Danny Miller explained that while Aaron wasn’t aware of the situation before now, he has ‘always been wary of Anthony.’ And that could be down to ‘an instinct from experience.’
When Aaron spotted the altercation between Ruby and Anthony, he knew deep down what was going on.
Danny added: “He knows the difference of scared looks from his experience. And that’s exactly what he sees in Ruby – he sees himself.”
Danny thinks Aaron has motive for Anthony’s murder (Credit: ITV)
Could Aaron kill Anthony?
As soon as Aaron realises, Danny explains he is ‘instantly aggressive and destined for revenge.’ Not only does he see it as a chance to defend Ruby, but it’s also ‘his chance to level with Gordon. Who took the ‘coward’s way out’ as Aaron calls it.’
The revelation obviously brings back horrific times for Aaron, and Danny knows his character would worry about how to cope.
He said: “It’s pure disgust and dread as to how he’ll deal with this. And it brings back so many evil and dark memories for Aaron that he had suppressed for many years.”
We know Anthony ends up dead, so could Aaron kill him? Danny seems to think there’s plenty of reasons why he would.
“Having experienced the same abuse and disgusting acts, he never got the justice he deserved or that Gordon deserved. The motive is there in plain sight,” Danny commented.
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In last night’s episode of Emmerdale Joe and Dawn took things up a notch and shared yet another kiss. And it looked like they weren’t planning on stopping.
But as another potential affair looks set to hit the village, in our opinion it’s time Dawn leaves Billy behind and focuses on something new. Because let’s face it, they were getting a bit boring.
While the Joe and Dawn plot may have been a predictable call from fans early on, it’s not really a surprise that it happened. And we know exactly who we would choose if we were Dawn.
Joe and Dawn gave into temptation (Credit: ITV)
Joe vs Billy
When Dawn first arrived in the village she brought a lot more than she does now. Since marrying Billy, it seems both their characters have taken different paths. And while at the start they worked together, we’re not quite sure they do anymore.
It could be very easy to just sweep it under the rug and continue playing happy families for the sake of their kids. But they haven’t been happy in a while.
Billy would be Dawn’s safe option. Her husband. The father of her kids. But would that be enough to keep her happy? The pair have been at odds with each other quite a lot recently.
From Billy’s secret fight club with Ross, to him not wanting to move back into Home Farm, it just hasn’t seemed like the characters work anymore. And a lot of fans have called for them to break up already.
As for Joe, he is most certainly the unpredictable and exciting route for Dawn. He has only been back in the show for one month and already has made such an impact for us viewers.
When news first dropped that he was returning, Emmerdale fans went wild as it’s something they’ve been asking for since his exit. And in a short time he has already made Dawn seem like there’s still that old character we used to love inside. So could he bring it out further?
Have Dawn and Billy run their course? (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale: Could Joe make Dawn more exciting?
Obviously if Dawn gets herself attached to Joe, there is the mystery of what’s actually going on with him. He seems to be hiding a secret illness. So could he be lining her up to have her heart broken?
While Joe brings danger, he also brings excitement. And we do know he is good with kids (he used to be basically a step-dad to Sarah) – even though he doesn’t seem like the family man.
And honestly, when Billy finds out (it’s inevitable in soaps) this could even help his character get out of his repetitive funk.
The best course of action for Dawn is to truly sit and think if she’s happy with Billy, because we don’t think she is. And perhaps Joe is the one who could bring out her fun side once again.
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The Emmerdale cast 2025 is full of iconic characters and legends who we’ll certainly remember forever. From the mighty Dingle clan to the Tates, Sugdens and Kings, plus newcomers like the Fox-Miligans, there’s undoubtedly plenty of families in town competing for the crown of the best.
We’ve already had some departures this year and it’s ever-changing in Soapland. So, if you’re after a complete list of everyone in the Emmerdale cast in 2025, then look no further.
The Emmerdale cast 2025 – the A’s!
Forgiveness is one part of Christianity Charles needs to work on (Credit: ITV)
Charles Anderson – Kevin Mathurin
Charles Anderson is the vicar at Emmerdale’s village church St Mary’s and also the father of Ethan and Naomi. He made his first appearance on December 25 2020 when he married Chas Dingle and Paddy Kirk. The character is played by actor Kevin Mathurin, a former student of the prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School. His previous roles include Rillington Place, Doctors and Hooligan Escape.
Charles’ mother, Claudette Anderson in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Claudette Anderson – Flo Wilson
Claudette Anderson is Charles’s formidable mother and lives with him at Woodbine Cottage. She came to the village on May 25 2023. Claudette is portrayed by actress Flo Wilson, who has appeared in Emmerdale three times previously as different characters.
Formerly Wyatt, Amy married Matty earlier this year (Credit: ITV)
Matty Barton is the son of Moira Barton and new husband of Amy Wyatt. The soap’s first transgender character, Matty was assigned female at birth and during his early years in the village was known as Hannah Barton. Actor Ash Palmisciano has played Matty since 2018 and is, like his character, a transgender male. His other credits include Mum and Boy meets Girl.
It’s time for Ross to return (Credit: ITV)
Ross Barton – Michael Parr
After an absence of six years, Michael Parr has returned to the Emmerdale cast to reprise his role as Ross Barton. Ross was the ultimate bad boy and always up to no good. But he is trying to change his ways – being a dad to Moses and helping in the search for April Windsor. Though he’s still giving out a good hiding – mostly where it’s deserved (we’re looking at you Mackenzie) every now and then.
Rodney in Emmerdale looks keen and ready to go (Credit: ITV)
Mack Boyd has faced death more times than most! (Credit: ITV)
Mackenzie Boyd – Lawrence Robb
Mackenzie ‘Mack’ Boyd was introduced as the long-lost brother of Moira Dingle in October 2020. He’s a mechanic and farmer by trade and works with his brother-in-law Cain Dingle at Barton and Dingle Automotives and also on Moira’s farm. Mack married Charity Dingle in 2023 and then became a father to Reuben Harris on the same day after a one-night stand with his mum, Chloe. He’s played by Scottish actor Lawrence Robb.
Jai is Archie’s dad (Credit: ITV)
Archie Breckle – Kai Assi
Archie was conceived during a one-night stand between Rachel Breckle and Jai Sharma in 2012. He and his mum left the village after a vicious custody battle, but Rachel died in 2019 and Archie came back to live with his dad. Archie is played by Kai Assi, who took over the role from Aadam Wahab Shahzad and Liyana Shahza.
The doctor will see you now, Liam Cavanagh (Credit: ITV)
Liam Cavanagh – Jonny McPherson
Doctor Liam Cavanagh is the village GP and works at Brook Cottage Surgery. He made occasional appearances in the village between 2014 – 2017, before becoming a regular character in 2018. Liam was previously married to murderer Maya Stepney and Leyla Harding, and is currently in a relationship with Chas Dingle. The character is portrayed by Jonny McPherson, who used to date his co-star Natalie J Robb.
The Emmerdale cast 2025 – D is for Dingle!
Brooding Aaron in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Aaron Dingle – Danny Miller
Aaron Dingle has been one of the soap’s central characters since actor Danny Miller took over the role in 2008. The character is the son of Chas Dingle and estranged husband of Robert Sugden, who’s currently serving time in prison for murder. Other than Emmerdale, Danny is best known for his roles in dramas such as Lightfields and for being crowned King of the Castle in the 21st series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Traumatised Belle has had a rotten 2024 (Credit: ITV)
Belle Dingle – Eden Taylor-Draper
Belle Dingle – as she will always be to us – is the youngest daughter of Zak Dingle and his late wife, Lisa Dingle, and the wife of Tom King. She has six half-siblings – Nathan, the late Ben and Butch, Sam, Cain and Tina Dingle. Belle was born in the pigsty of her family home on Christmas Day 1998 and grew up in the village. She was part of one of Emmerdale’s biggest storylines of the year in 2024 – her domestic abuse at the hands of Tom. Since 2005, Belle has been played by Eden Taylor-Draper.
The new head of the Dingles, Cain (Credit: ITV)
Cain Dingle – Jeff Hordley
Cain Dingle has been the bad boy of Emmerdale village since his arrival in 2000. He’s best known for his criminal activities, on/off relationship with cousin Charity Dingle and his marriage to Moira. Cain is a dad of four to Debbie Dingle, Nate Robinson, Kyle Winchester and Isaac Dingle. He’s played by Jeff Hordley, who DJs in his spare time and is married to fellow Emmerdale star Zoe Henry (Rhona Goskirk).
Emma Atkins plays Charity Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Charity Dingle – Emma Atkins
Charity Dingle is the current landlady of The Woolpack, wife of Mackenzie Boyd and mum to daughter Debbie and her three sons, Ryan, Noah and Moses. She’s been married three times previously and been imprisoned on more than two occasions. Emma Atkins has portrayed Charity since 2000 and has starred in over 2700 episodes to date.
The First Lady of the Woolpack, Chas (Credit: ITV)
Chas Dingle – Lucy Pargeter
Chas Dingle is the much-loved manager of The Woolpack and has been a resident of the Dales since 2002. She’s the daughter of the late Shadrach Dingle and Faith Dingle, ex-wife of Paddy, half-sister to Cain and cousin/best mate of Charity. Chas is mum to Aaron and daughter Eve, her first born daughter, Grace, sadly passed away in 2018. The feisty character is played by actress Lucy Pargeter, who’s a former pop star and contestant on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Cute little Eve Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Eve Dingle – Bella James
Born in 2019, Eve is the daughter of Paddy and Chas Dingle. She was born in the Woolpack toilets after Chas got locked in. Everyone had thought Eve would be a boy after Bear Wolf read the gender test results wrong! Eve is played by Bella James.
Isaac Dingle is winning hearts in the Emmerdale cast of 2024 (Credit: ITV)
Isaac Dingle – Bobby Dunsmoir
Fast becoming a fan favourite, young Isaac Dingle is the son of Moira and Cain. He was born in a barn after Moira went into labour during a confrontation with Emma Barton. She hadn’t even known she was pregnant! Isaac is a lover of animals and was distraught when his pet lamb, Minty died. Bobby Dunsmoir plays Isaac.
Cleaner extraordinaire and survivor, Lydia (Credit: ITV)
Lydia Dingle – Karen Blick
Lydia Dingle is the wife of Sam Dingle and stepmum to Samson Dingle. She arrived in the village in 2016 and works as a local cleaner. She has forged an unlikely friendship with lady of the manor Kim Tate. The character is played by Leeds-born actress Karen Blick, who previously played an unnamed nurse in Emmerdale in 2006.
Our Mandy is priceless (Credit: ITV)
Mandy Dingle – Lisa Riley
Mandy Dingle made her arrival to the village back almost 30 years ago, and has lived there on and off since. She’s the new wife of Paddy Dingle after they married for a second time in 2024. Mandy has one son, Vinny, who she adopted after his father and her ex, Paul walked out on them when he was a youngster. Actress Lisa Riley has played Mandy since 1995. She’s a former presenter of You’ve Been Framed!, panellist on Loose Women and competed in the tenth series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Chef Marlon is worried a lot lately (Credit: ITV)
Marlon Dingle – Mark Charnock
Marlon Dingle is The Woolpack’s resident chef and one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving characters. He came to live in the village in 1996 and is best known for his iconic bromance with Paddy Kirk. Marlon is married to local vet Rhona Goskirk, with whom he shares son Leo Goskirk. He’s also dad to daughter April Windsor. Marlon is played by actor Mark Charnock, whose previous roles include Cadfael and Coronation Street. In 2023 he was awarded the British Soap Award for Outstanding Achievement.
Emmerdale’s Moira has a lot on her plate (Credit: ITV)
Moira Dingle – Natalie J Robb
Moira Dingle is the wife of Cain Dingle, and mum to Matty Barton and Isaac Dingle. A farmer by trade, she was introduced to the show in 2009 as part of a new family. Moira has been at the thick of many a scandal over the years, including several extra marital affairs. Currently battling a brain tumour, she has no idea her husband cheated on her while she was undergoing surgery. She’s portrayed by Scottish actress Natalie J Robb, a former child star and pop singer.
Young Moses is not happy with his dad right now (Credit: ITV)
Moses Dingle – Arthur Cockcroft
Charity’s youngest son, Moses, first appeared in June 2015, but the baby’s father remained a mystery. Charity was in prison at the time and handed over her newborn to daughter Debbie to look after. Debbie believed Cain was the daddy, but in fact it was Ross Barton. Moses is played by Arthur Cockcroft.
Bad boy turned good, Noah Dingle (Credit: ITV)
Noah Dingle – Jack Downham
Noah Dingle is the eldest son of Charity Dingle and the late Chris Tate. He was born in 2004 when Charity was serving time in prison after being framed for the murder of his father. Noah’s teenage years have been filled with drama, and he’s had his own stint behind bars for stalking. The character has been played by actor Jack Downham since 2009.
Things haven’t always been easy for Paddy (Credit: ITV)
Paddy Dingle – Dominic Brunt
Paddy Dingle is Emmerdale’s kind-hearted vet and a partner at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. He’s the son of Bear Wolf, estranged husband of Chas Dingle, dad to their daughter Eve Dingle and father figure to Leo Goskirk and Aaron Dingle. Paddy is currently re-married to ex-wife Mandy Dingle. A friend to many, Paddy has treated the locals’ beloved pets and even helped deliver a few human babies along the way. Actor Dominic Brunt has played Paddy since 1997 and starred in over 3000 episodes.
Poor Sam has coped with a lot (Credit: ITV)
Sam Dingle – James Hooton
Sam Dingle is the longest-serving Dingle in Emmerdale, having lived in the village for nearly 30 years. He’s the husband of Lydia Dingle, father of Samson Dingle and grandfather to Esther Spencer. Sam’s defining storyline when he helped his cancer-stricken first wife, Alice, to die. The character is portrayed by James Hooton, whose roles pre-Emmerdale included Peak Practice, The Bill, Heartbeat and Touching Evil.
We’ve seen the last of Samson for a while (Credit: ITV)
Samson Dingle – Sam Hall
Samson Dingle is the son of Sam Dingle and the late Alice Dingle. Born in 2006, Samson has spent his whole life in the village. He became a dad at the tender age of 16 when Amelia Spencer gave birth to their daughter Esther, who was the result of a one-night stand. Samson is currently in prison, but is still mentioned regularly. Actor Sam Hall joined the cast in 2009 and was the fourth actor to play Samson.
Nervous Vinny is a Dingle by association (Credit: ITV)
Vinny Dingle – Bradley Johnson
Vinny Dingle is the son of the late Paul Ashdale. He was raised by Paul’s former partner Mandy Dingle, who he considers to be his mother. Vinny is also the widower of Liv Flaherty, who was tragically killed in October 2022. He works as a scrap dealer at Holey Scrap and is a whizz at poker. Vinny is played by Bradley Johnson, an English actor and singer who was a finalist on the BBC talent show Let it Shine.
Zak Dingle will forever be in our hearts in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Zak Dingle – Steve Halliwell
Although Zak Dingle no longer appears on screen, due to actor Steve Halliwell’s death last year, he is still very much a part of the Emmerdale cast of 2024. He is set to die off-screen this month, but will forever remain in our hearts as the patriarch of the Dingle family.
The cast of Emmerdale 2025 – F to H
Billy’s fighting for his family (Credit: ITV)
Billy Fletcher – Jay Kontzle
Billy Fletcher is a reformed bad boy and the husband of Dawn Fletcher. He’s the father of Evan Fletcher, adoptive dad to Dawn’s son Lucas and special guardian of Lucas’s half-sister, Clemmie. Billy was introduced to the soap on Christmas Day 2018 and is played by actor Jay Kontzle.
Dawn’s about to embark on an extra-marital affair (Credit: ITV)
Dawn Fletcher – Olivia Bromley
Dawn Fletcher is the daughter of Will Taylor and his ex-wife Rose Jackson. A former drug addict and prostitute, Dawn had a difficult upbringing but has successfully managed to turn her life around. She’s a devoted wife and mother of three. The character has been played by Olivia Bromley since 2018.
Little Evan is battling leukaemia (Credit: ITV)
Evan Fletcher – Malachi McKenzie
The son of Dawn and Billy Fletcher was born in December 2023 to complete their family. However, tragedy struck when Evan was diagnosed with leukaemia earlier in 2023. He is undergoing intense treatment that has shaken the Fletchers to the core, but the prognosis is good. Evan is played by Malachi McKenzie.
Vet’s receptionist Ella revealed a dark past in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Ella Forster – Paula Lane
Ella Forster is one of Emmerdale’s newest arrivals and has been harbouring big secrets about her past. She’s the receptionist at the vet surgery and is currently in a relationship with local doctor Liam Cavanagh. But the village was rocked earlier tin 2024 when it was revealed Ella had killed her best friend when she was a child. Ella is played by mum-of-two Paula Lane, who is known to millions for her role as Coronation Street’s Kylie Platt.
It’s been a quiet time for Jacob (Credit: ITV)
Jacob Gallagher – Joe-Warren Plant
Jacob Gallagher is the biological son of Leyla Harding and Justin Gallagher. He’s the adoptive son of Alicia Harding, stepson of David Metcalfe and brother to Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Actor Joe-Warren Plant joined the cast in 2010 when he was just eight-years-old. He was also a contestant on the 2021 series of Dancing On Ice, but had to withdraw from the competition after testing positive for Covid.
Leo Goskirk – Harvey Rogerson
Born on May 31 2011, 13-year-old Leo is the son of Rhona Goskirk and Marlon Dingle. She discovered she was pregnant after she and Marlon broke up, but they co-parented together. During a scan they learned Leo had Down syndrome. Leo is played by Harvey Rogerson, who took over the role from Harry Whittaker, who sadly died aged three in 2014.
Rhona’s mum has been a welcome addition to the Emmerdale cast (Credit: ITV)
Mary Goskirk – Louise Jameson
Mary Goskirk is the mum of Rhona Goskirk and grandmother to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. She currently resides at Tall Trees with her family. Mary is played by Louise Jameson, a successful television and theatre actress. Her credits include Doctor Who, Bergerac, and she’s still known to many as playing Rosa di Marco in BBC soap EastEnders between 1998-2000.
Village vet Rhona (Credit: ITV)
Rhona Goskirk – Zoe Henry
Rhona Goskirk is one of the village vets and works at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. She is the daughter of Mary Goskirk, wife of Marlon and mum to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. The character has overcome huge battles in her life, including drug addiction and is a survivor of domestic abuse. Actress Zoe Henry has played Rhona on and off since 2001, and is the wife of her Emmerdale co-star Jeff Hordley (aka Cain Dingle).
We’ll be waving goodbye to Leyla soon (Credit: ITV)
Leyla Harding – Roxy Shahidi
Leyla Harding is the estranged wife of Doctor Liam Cavanagh and the mother of Jacob Gallagher. She works as a wedding planner at Take A Vow alongside Suzy Merton and lives at Farrers Barn. Leyla is played by actress Roxy Shahidi. She joined the cast permanently in August 2008, having previously appeared in the soap as shop assistant Lila Wray two years previously.
Young Carl certainly has a big role right now in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
Carl Holliday – Charlie Munro Joyce
Juliette Holliday arrived in Emmerdale in 2014 heavily pregnant and explaining to Jimmy King there had been a mix-up at the fertility clinic and she was therefore carrying his baby! Carl was delivered by Nicola and Jimmy shortly afterwards. Juliette struggled to cope with parenthood and after some back and forth, gave Carl to the Kings to raise permanently. Charlie Munro Joyce is the actor who plays him.
Joker Bob can also do the tough scenes too (Credit: ITV)
2024 has been a difficult year for Cathy (Credit: ITV)
Cathy Hope – Gabrielle Dowling
Cathy Hope is the daughter of Bob Hope and his late wife, Viv. She is also the twin sister of the late Heath Hope, who was killed in a car accident on New Year’s Day 2024. Cathy has been played by Gabrielle Dowling since 2007.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – K is for King!
Rebecca Bakes will return as Angel (Credit: ITV)
Angelica King – Rebecca Bakes
The daughter of Jimmy and Nicola King, Angelica – or Angel – as she is commonly known, was born prematurely in 2009. After being kidnapped at birth by crazed Lexi Nicholls, Angel was soon returned safely. Now 15, she has recently returned from a youth offenders home after joy riding at New Year and killing Heath Hope.
Hapless Jimmy never quite gets it right (Credit: ITV)
Jimmy King – Nick Miles
Jimmy King is the is the longest-serving member of the King family and the only surviving son of the late Tom King. The husband of Nicola King and father of Elliot Windsor, Angelica King and Carl Holliday, the character, played by actor Nick Miles, was introduced in 2004. Jimmy was originally something of a cold-hearted businessman, but over the years has changed into devoted family man.
Businesswoman Nicola makes it her business to know everything! (Credit: ITV)
Nicola King – Nicola Wheeler
Nicola King is the wife of Jimmy King, daughter of Rodney Blackstock and mum to Angelica King. Much like her husband, Nicola has undergone a huge transformation during her time in the village. Once a party girl who was careless with other people’s feelings, Nicola has since blossomed into a successful businesswoman and valued member of the community. The character has been played by actress Nicola Wheeler since 2001.
He might be in prison, but there’s always a chance he could come back (Credit: ITV)
Tom King – James Chase
Thomas ‘Tom’ King is the son of the late Carl King and Colleen King, older brother of Anya King and the husband of Belle. Tom was named after his paternal grandfather and followed in his late Uncle Max’s footsteps by becoming a vet. However he is certainly following in his father’s abusive footsteps after making Belle’s life hell in 2024. The character has been played by four different actors since 2004, most recently portrayed by James Chase. Tom is serving time in prison for domestic violence and coercive control, but James has admitted a return in the near future is possible.
Out-there Gail is a breath of fresh air (Credit: ITV)
Gail Loman – Rachael Gill-Davis
Gail Loman is the outspoken girlfriend of Ryan Stocks, and the pair are parents to Oscar Grisham, who they gave up for adoption when he was a baby. She was made a permanent character in the soap in 2023 and works as a barmaid in The Woolpack. Gail is played by Rachael Gill-Davis, whose only other TV credit is Coronation Street.
Ivy Malcolms – Alice Mauve
Played by Alice Mauve, Ivy Malcolms is the baby at the centre of Rhona and Marlon’s custody battle with her ex, Gus. Ivy was conceived after Gus stole Rhona’s embryos to have a baby with his new wife. Sadly she died in childbirth and Rhona then wanted the baby who was biologically hers. After many court battles, Gus was sent to prison for eight years for fraud and therefore Rhona and Marlon are bringing up Ivy.
Suzy is with Vanessa, but should she be with Mary? (Credit: ITV)
Suzy Merton – Martelle Edinburgh
Event planner Suzy Merton works at Take A Vow and also the current love interest of Vanessa Woodfield. However there are many who believe she’s far better suited to Mary Goskirk. Suzy has been an Emmerdale local since 2022 and is played by Martelle Edinborough, who has had two previous stints in the soap as different characters.
Caleb Miligan is the son of the late Faith Dingle and was conceived during her affair with millionaire Frank Tate. He is the husband of Ruby Fox-Miligan and dad to their son, Nicky Miligan. He’s also the half-brother of Cain and Chas Dingle, both of whom he grew up estranged from. Caleb is played by William Ash, who has starred in popular dramas such as Solider Soldier and Where the Heart Is.
Caleb’s wife steals every scene she’s in – especially after her abuse trauma has been revealed (Credit: ITV)
The arrival of Steph caused lots of trouble for Ruby (Credit: ITV)
Steph Miligan – Georgia Jay
Steph joined the soap in 2024 as Ruby and Caleb’s estranged daughter. She had not seen her parents in years, resenting them for packing her off to boarding school when she was a teenager. The devastating truth is that Steph’s real father is not Caleb, but in fact her maternal grandfather, Anthony Fox, who raped Ruby when she was 16. Steph doesn’t yet know the truth. Actress Georgia Jay is a relative newcomer and fans were so impressed by her casting they are always wondering if she and on-screen mum Beth Cordingly are related.
The cast of Emmerdale 2025 – P to R
Pollard was bad, then good, then bad for a bit, now good again (Credit: ITV)
Eric Pollard – Chris Chittell
Eric Pollard has been bringing drama to the Dales for a whopping 38 years. Pollard as he known to millions, is renowned for his villainous, scheming ways. He is the widower of Val Pollard, father of David Metcalfe and grandfather of Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Actor Chris Chittell is the soap’s longest-serving actor and is married to his co-star Lesley Dunlop (who plays Brenda Walker).
Young Clemmie lives with Billy and Dawn (Credit: ITV)
Clemmie Reed – Mabel Addison
Dawn and Billy Fletcher adopted Clemmie after discovering she was the half-sister of Dawn’s son, Lucas. Clemmie’s mother was a drug addict who had died and Dawn found Clemmie sleeping in a dog bed in a kitchen in a random drug den. She consequently took her home and has cared for her ever since. Clemmie is played by Mabel Addison.
Little Frankie hasn’t seen her dad in quite a while (Credit: ITV)
Cheating Tracy has lost everything this year (Credit: ITV)
Tracy Robinson – Amy Walsh
Tracy Robinson is the estranged wife of Nate Robinson, half-sister of Vanessa Woodfield and mum to Frankie Robinson. A former prostitute and thief, Tracy was something of a troublemaker when she first came to the village, but has since mellowed. She was previously married to David Metcalfe. Actress Amy Walsh has just celebrated a decade in the Dales. She’s the sister of Girls Aloud star Kimberley and is married to former EastEnders’ actor Toby-Alexander Smith.
A messy divorce makes Jai the bad guy (Credit: ITV)
Jai Sharma – Christopher Bisson
Jai Sharma is a businessman and the son of Amit Sharma and Georgia Sharma. He’s the half-brother of Nikhil, Priya, Suni, and Nisha Sharma and the father of Mia Macey, Archie Breckle and Eliza Macey. In 2023 he married his long-term girlfriend, Laurel Thomas and the couple lived together at Mulberry Cottage until their break-up in 2024. Actor Chris Bisson, who previously played Vikram Desai in Coronation Street, joined the Emmerdale cast in 2009.
Dr Manpreet helps the villagers (Credit: ITV)
Manpreet Sharma – Rebecca Sarker
Manpreet Sharma works as a General Practitioner at Brook Cottage Surgery. She’s the ex-wife of Rishi Sharma and ex-partner of local vicar Charles Anderson. She’s also the sister of infamous serial killer Meena Julta. Manpreet is portrayed by Rebecca Sarker, who joined the show in 2018. Before Emmerdale she was best known for her year-long stint in Coronation Street, playing Nita Desai.
Charity’s long-lost son now co-owns the pub with her (Credit: ITV)
Ryan Stocks – James Moore
Charity’s long-lost son Ryan first appeared on June 5 2018. Ryan was conceived after Charity was raped by DI Bails. She had thought Ryan had died at birth, but in fact he survived and was adopted by the midwife, Irene Stocks. He now co-owns the Woolpack with Charity and is in a relationship with Gail Loman. Ryan has ataxic cerebral palsy and actor James Moore who plays him also has the condition. He is a huge advocate for disability representation in the media.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – S is for Sugden!
Harry Sugden – Adam Pryor
Harry Sugden – played by Adam Pryor – was conceived when his mum Victoria Sugden was raped by Lee Posner. She decided to keep the baby, despite her fears he would turn out like his father. However she immediately fell in love with Harry when she gave birth to him on January 1 2020.
Fragile Sarah has a life-limiting condition (Credit: ITV)
Sarah Sugden – Katie Hill
Sarah Sugden is the daughter of Debbie Dingle and Andy Sugden. She was born in 2005 and has largely grown up in the village. She lives with her grandmother Charity Dingle and her family in Jacobs Fold and is training to be a mechanic. Sarah has Fanconi Aneamia, which is a life-limiting condition. She is currently in the early stages of a relationship with Jacob Gallagher. Since 2017 the character has been played by actress Katie Hill.
Newcomer John is a secret Sugden (Credit: ITV)
John Sugden – Oliver Farnworth
The secret son of Jack Sugden, John joined the cast of Emmerdale earlier in 2024. He was moody, brooding and miserable, but Victoria wanted to get to know her half-brother. He was also hooking up with Aaron Dingle, the ex of his half-brother Robert Sugden! Talk about complicated! It was revealed John has been in the army and suffered the devastating loss of his friend, Aidan. John now works as a paramedic for the doctor’s surgery. Oliver Farnworth, who used to play Andy Carver in Coronation Street, took on the role of John.
A newfound brother has given Victoria newfound purpose (Credit: ITV)
Victoria Sugden – Isabel Hodgins
Victoria Sugden is the longest-serving member of the iconic Sugden family living in Emmerdale. She’s spent her whole life in the village since being born there in March 1994. Victoria is the daughter of the late Jack Sugden and his second wife, Sarah. She’s mum to three-year-old son Harry and works as a chef at The Hide. Isabel Hodgins has played the character since 2006 and is one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving cast members.
Emmerdale cast 2025 – T is for Tate!
Smouldering Joe is seducing Dawn (Credit: ITV)
Joe Tate – Ned Porteous
Gorgeous schemer Joe Tate made a dramatic return to Emmerdale on Christmas Eve 2024. He had been plotting with Kim’s husband Will Taylor to take down the Queen, but when Will died, Joe swooped in as Kim’s saviour. He claims to be all about family now, but he’s likely still working behind Kim’s back. He’s also getting jiggy with married Dawn Fletcher, so is he as changed a man as he seems? Ned Porteous reprised his role as Joe last year.
Ms Tate is an Emmerdale icon (Credit: ITV)
Kim Tate – Claire King
Kim Tate is the irrepressible owner of Home Farm, a soap queen and legendary Superbitch. She is the only original member of the original Tate family line-up. Kim is the mother of Jamie Tate and grandmother to his daughter Millie and his son, Thomas Tate. Actress Claire King has played Kim on and off since 1989. She’s also had memorable roles in prison drama Bad Girls and played Erica Holroyd in Coronation Street between 2014-2017
Thomas Tate – Bertie Brotherton
Three-year-old Thomas is the son of Gabby Thomas and Jamie Tate. He was conceived after a one-night stand, but Jamie made it clear he did not want to be a part of his son’s life and even faked his own death to prove it! Kim, however, wanted her grandson in her life and signed 20 percent of what she owned to Gabby, provided the baby was named Tate! Thomas is played by Bertie Brotherton.
Little Lucas is Dawn’s eldest son (Credit: ITV)
Lucas Taylor – Noah Ryan Aspinall
Dawn Taylor’s son, Lucas was taken away from her when she became addicted to drugs. When she got herself clean she then fought to get Lucas back and he now lives with her and husband Billy along with half-sister Clemmie and half-brother Evan. Noah Ryan Aspinall took over the role in 2021 from previous actor Dexter Ansell.
Teen Arthur is trying to find his place in the world (Credit: ITV)
Arthur Thomas – Alfie Clarke
Alfie Clarke has played Arthur Thomas since 2009 when he took over the role. The son of Laurel and Ashley was swapped at birth and the mistake was discovered after the other baby died of cot death. Arthur was reunited with his parents, but suffered devastation when Ashley died of early onset dementia in 2017. Arthur’s next big storyline came in 2022 when he came out as gay. He is currently having something of a teenage rebellion.
Rosie Bentham plays Gabby (Credit: ITV)
Gabby Thomas – Rosie Bentham
Gabby Thomas has packed a lot in her 22 years. She’s the daughter of the late Ashley Thomas and Bernice Blackstock, half-sister of Dee-Dee, Arthur and Dotty Thomas and the mother of Thomas Tate. Gabby is also Kim Tate’s protegee and the co-owner of the Hide. Emmerdale is actress Rose Bentham’s first television role and she’s played Gabby since 2016.
Dotty won’t remember her dad, Ashley (Credit: ITV)
Dotty Thomas – Tilly-Rue Foster
Laurel gave birth to her daughter with Ashley, Dotty, in midst of Ashley’s dementia diagnosis. He sadly didn’t remember Dotty was his at her christening. Dotty was named after Ashley’s mum, Sandy’s late wife, Dorothy. She is played by Tilly-Rue Foster.
Things aren’t looking rosey for Laurel right now (Credit: ITV)
Laurel Thomas – Charlotte Bellamy
Laurel Thomas has been a resident of Emmerdale since 2002. She’s divorced from Jai Sharma, and is mum to Arthur and Dotty Thomas, who she shared with her late husband Ashley Thomas. Laurel is a recovering alcoholic, but after a tough year seems to be fighting the lure of the bottle once again. Laurel is played by mum-of-three Charlotte Bellamy, who previously played a religious fanatic in EastEnders.
Emmerdale cast 2024 – last up, the Ws!
Losing Heath and dealing with Pollard’s behaviour has been too much for Brenda (Credit: ITV)
Cain’s son with Amy Wyatt is an accidental killer (Credit: ITV)
Kyle Winchester – Huey Quinn
Kyle is the son of Cain Dingle and Amy Barton. He was born in the local cemetery after Amy hid her pregnancy from everyone. She eventually gave Kyle up for adoption, but when his adoptive parents died she wanted him back. However he’d been left in the care of Joanie Wright. Kyle and Joanie moved to the village and Cain began to accept his son. In 2022, Cain went to prison after taking the blame when Kyle shot Al Chapman. Kyle, played by Huey Quinn, lives with Cain and Moira and Amy and Matty.
Rebellious April has been missing since Christmas (Credit: ITV)
April Windsor – Amelia Flanagan
April Windsor is the daughter of Marlon Dingle and the late Donna Windsor and the half-sister of Leo Goskirk. The character came to the Dales in 2014 and lives at Smithy Cottage. April attends the local secondary school and is friends with Cathy Hope. She went missing on Christmas Day 2024 and Marlon has been trawling the streets searching for her ever since. The character is played by Amelia Flanagan, who comes from a family of actors. Amelia’s sister Isabella and brother William both appear in Coronation Street as Hope Stape and Joseph Brown.
Elliot Windsor – Luca Hoyle
Elliot Windsor is the son of Jimmy King and Kelly Windsor. Jimmy only found out about him when Kelly moved back to the village and claimed he was their boy together. Kelly later decided to go to America with her new boyfriend and left Elliot with Jimmy and Nicola to bring up. She took him back again in 2012, but once again abandoned him with Jimmy in 2016. Luca Hoyle took over the role in 2016.
Paddy’s dad likes a beard trim! (Credit: ITV)
Bear Wolf – Joshua Richards
Bear Wolf is a former wrestler, but despite his ferocious name, is a complete softie at heart. He’s the father of Paddy Dingle and grandfather of Eve Dingle. He’s been a local in the village since February 2019 and lives in Tenant House. Bear is played by Joshua Richards, whose other credits include Downton Abbey and The New Adventures of Robin Hood.
It’s been a while since Emmerdale cast member Vanessa has had a story of her own (Credit: ITV)
When Vanessa fell pregnant with Johnny she didn’t know if Adam Barton or Kirin Kotecha was the father. A paternity test showed Adam was the dad, however it was soon revealed Kirin’s father Rakesh had faked the results and Kirin was the daddy after all. Vanessa’s partner at the time, Charity, then adopted Johnny in 2020. He is played by Jack Jennings.
Bad mum Kerry won’t be winning any awards for her parenting! (Credit: ITV)
Kerry Wyatt – Laura Norton
Wild Kerry Wyatt is the mum of Amy, but Amy was taken into foster care when she was young due to Kerry’s risky behaviour. Kerry has spent many years trying and messing up repairing their relationship, but things seem to be on a more even keel now. Kerry is played by Laura Norton.
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Since his Christmas return, fans have been trying to work out what is going on with Joe Tate in Emmerdale, and it seems one line from an episode has caused many viewers a lot of worry that his death might be on the horizon.
Joe’s behaviour has had us all wondering if he is sick. From the attacks of pain he has when he is on his own to the painkillers he seems to be taking a lot of – he has all the signs of someone who is ill.
And after a comment he made this week, fans can’t help but think the soap has just given the biggest clue that Joe is going to die. But if he really is sick, then why has he returned to Emmerdale?
Fans worry that Joe is going to die (Credit: ITV)
Is Joe in Emmerdale going to die?
In Monday night’s episode, Joe bonded with Noah some more by giving him a watch that belonged to his dad – the only thing he has left of him. The true emotion that Joe showed really makes us believe he wants to stay close to Noah.
He told his little brother that when he wears the watch he ‘hopes you can be reminded of us.’ That line in itself was enough to cause concern. Joe got emotional and apologised to Noah for not being there for him, and assured him he was ready for ‘big brother duties.’ But it wasn’t that which worried viewers.
When Noah was telling him he does want him to be in his life, Joe was emotionally happy. But he added: ‘I’m not going anywhere. I promise.’
Soaps are good at using subtle lines to foreshadow things to come. And fans didn’t miss this one. If people weren’t concerned about Joe in Emmerdale before, then they definitely are now!
Immediately viewers took to X to see if anyone else picked up on the subtle foreshadowing, and expressed their worries that we will lose Joe Tate.
Joe has been keeping something secret (Credit: ITV)
Fans fear for Joe
One wrote: “I’m guessing Joe is going to die then after that scene with Noah.”
Another worried fan penned: “Another gorgeous Joe and Noah scene last night. But I fear a Joe Tate death was foreshadowed.”
If he is dying, then him giving the last thing he has that belonged to their dad to Noah may have been his way of tying up some loose ends.
With many theories on what’s actually wrong with him, fans are still in the dark. But some have suggested he may need a transplant and that’s the real reason he’s bonding with Noah…
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In recent Classic Emmerdale scenes, Dawn Woods died following an explosion. But what happened to her son, TJ Woods?
Along with most of the village, Dawn went to the show home opening at the King’s River development. However, Sadie’s sabotage caused the house to explode.
Dawn was pulled from the wreckage, but later died from her injuries. Her son TJ with Terry Woods was just a toddler at the time, but where is he now?
TJ lost both his parents (ITV/Shutterstock)
TJ’s birth in Emmerdale
Terry Junior is the son of Dawn and Terry Woods. He was born in October 2003. Dawn had contracted German measles while pregnant, so there was concern that TJ could be deaf, but they soon received news that this wasn’t the case.
While wetting TJ’s head, Terry suffered a stroke and collapsed. Once he was allowed home from hospital, Dawn struggled to look after both him and the baby.
Dawn soon begun an affair with her stepbrother Scott, but once Terry discovered this he chucked Dawn out. A nasty custody battle over TJ then ensued.
Dawn wanted to take TJ to see her mum Jean in Spain and she warned Terry he would never see his son again. Terry called the police on Dawn to stop her leaving with their son. However, eventually, Dawn was awarded sole custody.
Jean took TJ to Morocco (Credit:ITV/Shutterstock)
What happened to TJ in Emmerdale?
TJ was two and a half when his mum Dawn was killed in the explosion. Dawn’s mum Jean accepted compensation from the King family and attempted to take TJ to Morocco.
Terry brought TJ back to the Dales, but the youngster struggled without his mum. He later contracted E-Coli, but luckily there was no lasting damage.
When TJ was 7, he became an orphan after Terry was killed in a fire. Dawn’s dad Bob Hope decided the best thing for TJ would be for him to join Jean in Morocco.
Viv had also died in the fire, leaving Bob to raise Cathy and Heath alone. Raising TJ too would have been too much for him.
Bob and Brenda took TJ to the airport. The following year, 2012, Brenda went to visit TJ, but not much has been heard of him since.
TJ was a child when he left Emmerdale (ITV/Shutterstock)
Why now is a good time for TJ to return?
TJ’s main links in Emmerdale are his grandfather Bob and auntie Cathy. Bob has been struggling recently due to it being the anniversary of his son Heath’s death.
Upcoming scenes will see Bob put on a brave face as Heath’s headstone is due to be erected. Bob and Cathy comfort each other as they reminisce about Heath.
A visit from grandson TJ could be just the medicine for Bob. TJ will be 21 now – Emmerdale has a chance to build a new character, in much the same way as they did with Joe Tate (who previously left as a child and returned as an adult.)
Bob also suffered a setback romantically recently when Wendy left the village. Could ex-wife Jean return with TJ and reignite things with her ex-husband?
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Emmerdale spoilers from the ITVX early release episode on Wednesday January 22 have confirmed the outcome of the shooting in the barn. Anthony Fox and Caleb Miligan were last seen locked in a game of Russian Roulette that saw Caleb pointing a gun at his father-in-law’s head.
But viewers did not know who had been shot.
Anthony was not at all sorry for the hurt and pain he has caused (Credit: ITV)
What happened in Emmerdale last night?
Last night (Tuesday January 21), Caleb had tracked down Anthony and driven him to one of Moira’s barns. There he had pulled a gun on his father-in-law and demanded he tell the truth about what he did to Ruby.
Anthony tried to talk his way out of it, claimed Ruby was lying and that as a care home kid, Caleb had no idea how real families worked. But Caleb didn’t buy any of it. He loaded the gun with one bullet and every time Anthony lied or insulted Ruby, Caleb pulled the trigger.
However when Anthony finally confessed – but with no remorse whatsoever, it was revealed the gun was empty. Caleb had just wanted him to feel the same terror Ruby had all those years ago and since.
But then Caleb loaded the gun for real. Anthony played his trump card and revealed Cain and Ruby were sleeping together. In Caleb’s moment of confusion at the revelation, Anthony lunged for the weapon and it went off. The action immediately cut to Cain arriving outside. And that was the ending so we were left wondering who got shot. Was Anthony finally dead?
The gun went off in a struggle, but it was not revealed whether Caleb or Anthony got shot (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale spoilers confirm outcome of the gunshot
Well, it turns out the answer is no. Anthony managed to escape.
The action picked up as Cain raced into the barn to find Anthony running into the fields and Caleb brandishing a gun.
Neither of them had been hit. The gun had gone off when Anthony tried to grab it off him. Caleb then bent down to pick it up, but Anthony got past him and fled.
Caleb still wanted to go after his father-in-law, but Cain talked him out of it and they headed home, where Caleb was making barbed comments about Cain being the saviour. But he didn’t confront his brother or wife over what he had been told.
Aaron has good reason to be against Anthony (Credit: ITV)
New twist at the end of Emmerdale tonight
Although Anthony got away, he only hobbled as far as the depot, where his plan was to contact Steph. But his phone died.
Inside, as he tried to use the office phone, he was confronted by a menacing Aaron Dingle. Aaron had put two and two together and worked everything out. He knows what Anthony is and he is out to punish him.
So what happens next? Will Aaron finish Anthony off?
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