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  • 2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Steph continues to try, and Kim gets emotional

    2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Steph continues to try, and Kim gets emotional

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Steph continues to try and get Ruby to forgive Anthony. And Kim gets emotional at Will’s request.

    Last night’s episode (Thursday December 12) was an incredibly hard-hitting instalment of the soap. We finally got answers to why Ruby hates Anthony, and it was sadly exactly what fans predicted.

    We can only imagine that the storyline has more twists to come, especially as an unknowing Steph is still adamant to bring them together.

    But elsewhere in the village, Will proposes an idea to Kim that leaves her emotional and him guilty. Is he in too deep with this plan?

    Read on for full Emmerdale spoilers of tonight’s episode.

    Emmerdale spoilers: Steph continues to force Ruby and Anthony together. (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Steph doesn’t give up.

    Everything about Ruby and her father’s relationship made sense after yesterday’s episode. Including why he didn’t want her around when she was pregnant.

    Ruby was sexually assaulted by Anthony when she was a child. And while the flashbacks only showed her 16th birthday, it was clear that was not the first time.

    Caleb also emphasised that Steph was his daughter, so could Emmerdale be about to pull a hugely dark twist where she is really Anthony’s? The timings do line up..

    But while we, as viewers, know this, her on-screen family remain oblivious. Which means Steph hasn’t given up her attempts to get them to be a united family.

    Tonight, she once again uses her best efforts to bring her family together again. We doubt it’s ever going to work, but when will the truth be revealed?

    Kim gets emotional over Will’s proposal. (Credit: ITV)

    Will’s guilt sets in

    The back and forth between Kim and Will continues. And it looks like the saga will finally come to an end on Christmas Day.

    Earlier in the week the pair returned from their trip, and Peter revealed to Will that there was someone else they were working for. Someone who desperately wanted to take Kim down.

    We know we’re getting a Christmas Day return, and fans have been bombarding social media with their predictions – Joe Tate? Jamie Tate?

    But tonight an oblivious Kim continues to put effort into their Christmas together, to represent a new start to their relationship.

    However, that’s not the case with Will. Doing what he was told to do by Peter, Will proposes they renew their vows on Christmas Day.

    The question makes Kim extremely emotional, as the Tate icon hasn’t got a clue about his secret plan.

    But some fans do seem to think she is playing him. And we also know Home Farm is taking centre stage this Christmas, so what exactly will happen?

    Read more: First look at Christmas in Emmerdale – reunions, drama and more!

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  • Emmerdale was right to do Ruby’s storyline, but it is a painful watch – OPINION

    Emmerdale was right to do Ruby’s storyline, but it is a painful watch – OPINION

    Emmerdale revealed the truth about Ruby and her relationship with her sinister father in tonight’s episode – and it was pretty shocking.

    In a series of flashbacks to Ruby’s 16th birthday viewers saw the reason for Ruby’s extreme reaction to her dad’s return to her life. It turned out poor Ruby was a victim of sexual violence by her father and suddenly her panic attacks and struggle to cope with her dad’s presence made sense.

    Ruby looks at an old photograph
    Ruby was thinking about her 16th birthday (Credit: ITV)

    Flashbacks to the past

    The episode was cleverly done – swapping between the Dingles gathering for Cain’s 50th celebrations and flashbacks to Ruby’s 16th birthday.

    At first, viewers were led to believe that Ruby’s old friend Rob could have been involved in her trauma. Anthony pointed him out in the photograph of the party and asked Ruby if she was sorry they’d lost touch.

    “He was one of the good ones,” Ruby commented.

    Terrified Ruby as a teenager was hurt by her father (Credit: ITV)
    Terrified Ruby as a teenager was hurt by her father (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale Ruby was struggling

    As the episode went on, it was clear Ruby was struggling. Despite her slapping on a brave face and forcing herself along to Cain’s party, it was obvious she wasn’t comfortable.

    And when the flashbacks revealed more, we could see why. It turned out, Rob was gay and only a friend to Ruby. It was Anthony who was the real predator.

    In the present day, he clocked the tension between Cain and Ruby, and realised what had happened, making barbed comments to his distressed daughter.

    The flashback was even more upsetting as after the party, Anthony came into Ruby’s bedroom and told her that her mum – Helen – had gone round to a friend’s.

    Clearly frightened, Ruby begged her father not to do it again as he came towards her…

    Ruby hyperventilating outside on Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Composite: EI)
    Ruby’s clearly not doing well (Credit: ITV/Composite: EI)

    A dark twist

    Back in the present day, there was a grim moment as Anthony toasted Steph and told Caleb very pointedly that he was lucky Steph was his daughter. WHAT did he mean by that? Is he Steph’s father?

    This storyline is one of the darkest in Emmerdale’s history – and if it turns Anthony is both Steph’s grandfather and father, then it’s unprecedented in soap.

    There have been family sexual abuse stories in soaps before, going right back to Brookside’s Beth Jordache’s ordeal at the hands of father Trevor, and Mandy Richardson in Hollyoaks being abused by her dad, Dennis.

    Since then we’ve seen Emmerdale’s Aaron Dingle face his abusive dad Gordon in court, and Paul Foreman deal with his grooming by his stepdad Kel Hinchley in Coronation Street.

    Plus Hollyoaks recently tackled sibling sexual abuse with JJ and Frankie.

    But it feels like Emmerdale is breaking new ground with this story.

    Ruby, Caleb, Steph and Anthony on Emmerdale
    Ruby wasn’t happy to see her dad (Credit: ITV)

    A tricky one for Emmerdale to tackle – and for Ruby

    There is no doubt that Beth Cordingly, who plays Ruby, and Nicholas Day, AKA Anthony, have the acting chops to pull this storyline off.

    Beth Cordingly has already made us so invested in Ruby’s past – brilliantly portraying her alter ego as damaged and vulnerable as well as brash and confident.

    And yet – there’s something about this storyline that leaves us a little uncomfortable.

    We’ve been watching soaps for a long time. We know they handle tricky topics sensitively and carefully, and play a huge role in raising awareness and sharing messages.

    Emmerdale in particular has managed to pull off huge stunts, shocking stories and dramatic confrontations before the watershed.

    But in this case, this storyline is very grim, very dark, and possibly more suited to a late-night gritty drama than primetime soap.

    We’ve got faith in Emmerdale’s writers, actors and crew but this will be a tricky story to get right. We’ll wait and see what happens next.

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Ruby’s history with her dad was exposed in upsetting scenes

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Ruby’s history with her dad was exposed in upsetting scenes

    Emmerdale aired devastating flashbacks for Ruby Fox-Miligan tonight as it was revealed her father had sexually abused her as a child. The worst attack came on her 16th birthday – and possibly conceived Steph.

    Elsewhere, Tom tried to manipulate Jimmy, but it didn’t work, and Moira lashed out at Cain in front of everyone, before they made up. But for how long?

    Here’s everything that happened in a rather difficult-to-watch Emmerdale tonight, Thursday December 12.

    Terrified Ruby as a teenager was hurt by her father (Credit: ITV)
    Terrified Ruby as a teenager was hurt by her father (Credit: ITV)

    The truth about Ruby and her dad was revealed in Emmerdale tonight

    Ruby was looking at an old photo of her 16th birthday and had a flashback. Steph noticed a boy in the picture, Rob, was looking lovingly at her, but Ruby dismissed her. However she was still having flashbacks to her birthday that were clearly distressing her.

    When Anthony arrived at the house he started talking about her sweet 16 too. Ruby was clearly uncomfortable, especially as he kept banging on about this Rob. The memories of the party continued to haunt Ruby and she recalled leading Rob up to her bedroom and her dad looking angry about it.

    Ruby then went to Cain’s party and insisted a bottle of wine was the only way to celebrate. She also had a clandestine conversation with Cain that was clocked by Anthony. He got abusive with Ruby telling her she slept around and he knew all about it.

    As they talked about Rob again, we flashed back to Ruby giving Rob condoms and it turned out he was gay and going to meet his boyfriend. As Anthony again accused her of sleeping with Rob on her 16th birthday, Ruby spat:”We both know exactly what happened on my 16th,” leaving Anthony looking worried.

    Ruby continued flashing back to that night when Anthony had got rid of her mother and took Ruby some cake up to her bedroom. He then closed and locked the door as Ruby begged him: “Please not again, please not today.”

    As we came back to the present day, Steph joked about being a ’16th birthday baby’ and Caleb stressed again she was his daughter, which made it very clear Anthony is (probably) Steph’s real dad.

    It was all very grim, but all credit to Beth Cordingly whose calm, but shaky performance has us all gripped.

    Tom didn't get what he wanted out of Jimmy at the prison (Credit: ITV)
    Tom didn’t get what he wanted out of Jimmy at the prison (Credit: ITV)

    Tom was not giving up in Emmerdale tonight

    Elsewhere, from one manipulative creep to another, Tom was causing trouble again. Jimmy was trying to make Christmas magical for Angelica, who was still banging on about her cousin. A giant inflatable Santa wasn’t going to cut it.

    So Jimmy decided to do as she asked and visit Tom in prison. Tom started with an apology and admitted he was struggling Although that’s probably just another act of manipulation. Tom continued to tell Jimmy horror stories of being in prison to try and scare him into helping him.

    Although Jimmy agreed to visit and give Tom a second chance, it was on the basis he changed his plea to guilty. Of course, Tom continued to blame Belle and once again lost his temper calling Jimmy an idiot.

    But actually, on this occasion Jimmy wasn’t an idiot, because he left and told Tom very clearly he had burnt his last bridge.

    Tom turned his manipulation back to solicitor Ollie, who admitted his defence was strong, but it all comes down to his word against Belle’s. Ollie suggested they rehearse his performance in court, but Tom wasn’t interested, instead he has another plan. Sigh. It involved Ollie going to visit Angelica and getting her to help them by posting a video online.

    Upset Moira couldn't contain her hurt any more (Credit: ITV)
    Upset Moira couldn’t contain her hurt any more (Credit: ITV)

    Moira and Cain reunited

    Cain was feeling remorseful, but Moira wasn’t really interested. However they were still continuing with Cain’s surprise party – for the sake of the kids.

    At the party he just kept slipping up and Moira was still not forgiving. She made a massive scene in the pub in front of everyone before rushing out and Chas and Charity took Cain to task. They went on about him being the head of the family again and once more he made out he was just scared.

    When he went to speak to Moira, she told him he needed to be there for her because she didn’t think their marriage could survive much more. Cain surprised her by saying he’d spoken to her consultant, made extensive notes and also put together a plan to cover the farm while she was having treatment. They reunited, but the Ruby secret is still hanging over him…

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Still plotting, Will was only disappointed Peter wouldn't move against Kim sooner (Credit: ITV)
    Still plotting, Will was only disappointed Peter wouldn’t move against Kim sooner (Credit: ITV)

    Will showed no signs of remorse

    Kim and Will returned home from Italy. Kim was deliriously in love, Will insisted he wasn’t having second thoughts about them and they planned Paris for Valentine’s Day. So lovely and happy. Except he’s still plotting against her.

    Meeting with Peter later on, Will insisted he needed it all done by Christmas. However, Peter delivered the news there had been a change of plan. He told Will the mystery third party had insisted Christmas Day was the day it would all play out. The man in question (so we know it’s a man!) is out of the country until Christmas Eve. He will contact Will when the time is right.

    April helped Ross

    April is saving Ross. She brought him food and the key to Tall Trees behind Marlon’s back. Ross agreed to stay until new year.

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

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  • Ruby will kill her dad, new fan theory predicts

    Ruby will kill her dad, new fan theory predicts

    Fans of Emmerdale have predicted a murderous twist to the story of Ruby Fox-Miligan and her dad. This comes as the soap prepares to reveal exactly what Anthony did to Ruby on her sixteenth birthday, resulting in all those years of trauma and misery.

    Ruby is clearly struggling with her estranged father being back on the scene, especially given how quickly he seems to have wriggled his way back into her life.

    Anthony was in a particularly smug mood last night as he offered a weak apology for meddling in Caleb and Ruby’s affairs. And, as he showed up at the house, Steph even managed to score him an invite to Cain’s birthday party. Forced to play nice, Ruby swallowed her obvious pain in the face of Anthony’s smugness.

    And, as Ruby’s situation continues to worsen, one fan has wondered whether Ruby might kill her father.

    A smug Anthony points in Ruby's face on Emmerdale
    Anthony continues to haunt Ruby (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fan predicts that Ruby will kill her dad

    Writing on X as last night’s scenes aired, one fan wondered whether Ruby might snap and kill Anthony.

    “Ruby killing Antony?” this viewer suggested.

    But if not Ruby, others were still hopeful that Anthony might meet his end before too long.

    “I hope Anthony dies a slow and painful death and hopefully at Caleb’s hands,” said another, reacting to the confirmation that Anthony had indeed abused his daughter as a teenager.

    “Anthony, be warned, your past will catch up with you,” another said.

    Ruby looks upset as she looks at a photo on Emmerdale
    Ruby continues to reckon with her harrowing past (Credit: ITV)

    The truth is revealed in flashback to Ruby’s 16th

    In scenes airing tonight, the truth about Anthony’s evil will be revealed during a series of flashbacks to Ruby’s sixteenth birthday party.

    In the difficult episode, the soap reveals that Ruby was the victim of sexual abuse by her father as a teenager.

    Although the scenes are not graphic, Emmerdale issued a warning to viewers on social media.

    The message read: “In tomorrow’s episode (Thursday 12th), Emmerdale will contain references to sexual violence that viewers could find distressing.” It was accompanied by a website link where viewers could seek advice.”

    Fans have praised the soap for its sensitivity in providing a trigger warning for this terrible subject matter.

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

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  • Emmerdale confirms Ruby was the victim of sexual violence as they prepare to air flashback episode

    Emmerdale confirms Ruby was the victim of sexual violence as they prepare to air flashback episode

    Ruby Fox-Miligan’s tragic past will be revealed in tonight’s episode of Emmerdale. Viewers will learn that she was a victim of sexual violence as a child.

    As Steph goes through some old photos she comes across a photograph from Ruby’s 16th birthday. When she shows her mum Ruby says she doesn’t remember – but it’s clear she does.

    Ruby and Steph look at a photograph
    Ruby says she doesn’t remember but it’s clear she does (Credit: ITV)

    Flashback to Ruby as a teen in Emmerdale

    In flashback viewers will then get to see Ruby’s sixteenth birthday party. It’s here they will get a glimpse of her tragic past – although the scenes are not graphic in content.

    Ruby’s husband Caleb doesn’t know what happened to Ruby as a child. This is because she has buried the trauma as a coping mechanism throughout her life.

    Ruby looks upset as she looks at a photo
    Tricky times for Ruby (Credit: ITV)

    But now the arrival of Steph as well as Ruby’s dad Anthony has stirred up a lot of emotions for Ruby. Her life has begun to spiral out of control. The painful memories have resurfaced and flooded her thoughts. And the truth about her past goes someway to explaining why she pushed Steph away as a child.

    Fans have been convinced that something awful happened with her father. Some even speculated he could be the father of Steph and not Caleb.

    Others are sure the mysterious Rob, who has been mentioned by Anthony and we will see in the flashforward, is behind the attack.

    “Ruby has always been troubled and volatile in nature,” said Emmerdale Producer, Laura Shaw. “Finally our audience will be able to learn more about the past that has haunted her and made Ruby the woman she is today.”

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  • What happened on Emmerdale tonight: Cain tried to confess, April learned the truth, and Anthony gloated

    What happened on Emmerdale tonight: Cain tried to confess, April learned the truth, and Anthony gloated

    Emmerdale tonight found Cain Dingle on the verge of confessing to wife Moira about his fling with Ruby. As he drowned his sorrows, the drunken Dingle went on a village bender before being dragged home to his furious wife.

    It was then that she revealed what the doctor had actually told her yesterday – and Cain once again swallowed his own lies.

    Elsewhere, Ross made a bad situation worse, Jimmy and Nicola tried to cheer Angel up, and Ruby tried to build bridges with Steph… while smug Anthony continued to gloat.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Wednesday December 11.

    Cain looks guilty on Emmerdale
    Cain was feeling wretched (Credit: ITV)

    Cain hit the bottle in Emmerdale tonight

    Waking up in a prison cell, Cain was greeted by a sympathetic PC Swirling. With Jai agreeing not to press charges for yesterday’s rampage, officer Swirling offered Cain a few words of wisdom along with his release.

    At home, an irritable Moira told Matty how she wanted nothing to do with Cain. A text from Chas reminded her about Cain’s upcoming surprise birthday party, but she and Matty were more focused on her treatment.

    Phoning the station, Moira was infuriated to learn that Cain had already been released – and gone AWOL again. She was less than sympathetic to Swirling’s worries that Cain is ‘struggling,’ too.

    But, after unveiling plans for a fifty-candle cake for Cain, Isaac had Moira doubting herself… the party’s back on!

    Meanwhile, in the pub, Cain hit the bottle with a large whiskey. Nagging Chas and Mack both told him to go home and make up to his wife.

    Moira looks angry on Emmerdale
    Cain’s state did nothing for Moira’s mood (Credit: ITV)

    Moira told Cain the truth

    Instead of going home, Cain headed to the allotment. There, he set about pounding beers by himself. It was there that he was found by Liam, who was worried to hear that his friend hadn’t been home yet.

    Hauling Cain home (and apparently leaving three unopened beers at the wayside!), Liam dropped the drunken Dingle off, where he was full of (slurred) apologies. Moira ruined the surprise element of his upcoming party, warning him that he needed to get his act together for the kids’ sake.

    “There’s something I need to tell you,” he responded, his guilt weighing heavy.

    And, on the verge of confessing, he was shocked to learn that Moira still needs radiotherapy for a tumour that could yet come back.

    She then informed him that, as he couldn’t be trusted, she’d face the rest of her treatment alone. Well done, Cain.

    April learned the truth about her mum’s death

    Ross started the morning by vomiting up the bottle of vodka he’d confiscated from April. Finding him in his car, she was appropriately grossed out by his current living situation. When he told her how he was planning on leaving the village, the youth beseeched that he stay and teach her more about her mother.

    Reluctantly, Ross agreed. Over lunch at the Hide, he fielded some difficult questions about mum Donna.

    However, Ross’s excuses for Donna’s death didn’t sit right with April. And, as he kept digging himself into a hole, April learned how her mum had actually died trying to protect her. Talk about making a bad situation worse. And presumably the pizzas went to waste too, along with Cain’s tinnies.

    Anthony smiling as he talks to Ruby on Emmerdale
    Anthony was in a smug mood (Credit: ITV)

    A visit from Anthony

    Anthony popped around to see Ruby and Caleb with an apology for the day before. Describing himself as an ‘overprotective dad,’ he managed to smooth things over – while Steph volunteered her mum to make a coffee for Anthony.

    She also had Ruby score an invite for Anthony to Cain’s birthday party before flouncing out to work. Alone together, the atmosphere turned frosty – while Anthony tried to reassure her that he planned on staying out of her business in future.

    Later, she attempted to build bridges with Steph. A tearful Ruby apologised for Steph’s rough upbringing, reassuring her that she’d always loved her.

    Outside, she informed Anthony that she’d sorted his invite to Cain’s party. As Anthony reiterated his hope that they could move on from the past – “things that are usually buried for a reason” – Ruby swallowed her obvious pain.

    “Positivity at last,” laughed a smug Anthony. “Be a terrible shame to let anything ruin it.”

    Ominous… but what are they both sweeping under the rug?

    Jimmy and Nicola got festive in Emmerdale tonight

    Jimmy was feeling regretful at having torn up Tom’s letter. As Nicola attempted to draw him out of his funk, he suggested that they channel Angel’s energy into something other than Tom – Christmas, for example.

    Later, as the family set about decorating the house, Angel appeared to show signs of lightening up. However, her festive mood was short-lived – furtively hiding an incoming call from Hotten Prison and, presumably, dear uncle Tom.

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

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  • Is Ruby’s dad the most vile Emmerdale character ever? Here’s all the evidence

    Is Ruby’s dad the most vile Emmerdale character ever? Here’s all the evidence

    He’s only recently arrived in Emmerdale, but Ruby’s dad is already proving to be a controversial figure – just ask his daughter. Anthony Fox made his debut last month, popping up to torment his estranged daughter and son-in-law… and he’s already at home in the village.

    Ruby was mortified at the sight or her dad, leading to fan speculation that there’s a terrible secret lurking in his past. Whatever Anthony may have done to his daughter (and viewers have their ideas about that too), he’s quickly emerged as one of the soap’s most disliked figures.

    Here’s a run-down of all Anthony’s bad behaviour so far.

    Caleb and Anthony have a tense conversation on Emmerdale
    Caleb didn’t take too kindly to Anthony’s probing (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby’s dad on Emmerdale: Village snoop

    This week’s episodes saw Anthony learn about Caleb’s affair with Tracy. Demanding answers, he confronted Caleb on Tuesday night (December 10) – only for Caleb to threaten to ‘smash his teeth down his throat’ if he didn’t back off.

    His meddling continued afterwards as he questioned Ruby, wanting to know how she could stand for cheating Caleb.

    “Please Caleb can you smash his teeth down his throat,” laughed one fan.

    He snapped at Ruby

    It was during his conversation with Ruby that viewers caught a glimpse of the real Anthony. As Ruby went to leave, Anthony snapped, telling her to sit down. Known firebrand Ruby was surprisingly compliant – suggesting that there might be to rumours of abuse.

    “Anthony showing his true colours to Ruby!!!” noted one shocked fan.

    “Ruby’s dad showing his nasty side to Ruby again,” said another.

    Anthony looking comfortable in the cafe on Emmerdale
    Anthony’s clearly hiding something (Credit: ITV)

    What is Ruby’s dad hiding on Emmerdale?

    Ruby’s reaction to her dad – a shell-shocked look on her face – suggests there might be truth to rumours of childhood abuse. Indeed, many think that Anthony sexually abused Ruby as a child – and may even be Steph’s ‘real’ father.

    This resulted in a panic attack last week, as Ruby was forced to make nice with Anthony in front of Steph and Caleb. But how long before someone takes notice?

    “I think the real reason that Ruby does not want to be around her father has more to with him not standing up for her against her mother when she was a child. Because of the scene with the hyperventilating, I think he’s sexually abused her as a child,” wrote one fan.

    “I’ve got an awful sickening theory about Ruby and her dad in #Emmerdale. He mentioned someone called Rob possibly being Steph’s dad but what if her dad was abusing her and he’s actually the father and that’s why she can’t bear to be around him,” said another.

    Anthony standing behind Steph as they talk on Emmerdale
    Anthony recently revealed that he has cancer (Credit: ITV)

    He could be lying about his cancer

    Another popular fan theory is that Anthony is lying about his cancer. He recently won grandaughter Steph on side by telling her that he had been diagnosed with cancer. However, some viewers think that he’s not being entirely honest about this either…

    “He’s going to pretend to have cancer so he isn’t so hated on when it’s revealed that he’s Steph’s dad,” one fan theorised.

    He’s manipulative

    Between his following Steph into the village and using her to force a relationship with Ruby, Anthony is clearly manipulating his doting granddaughter for his own ends.

    Last week, he told her that he planned on leaving the village if he couldn’t reconcile with Ruby. Lo and behold, days later, and Steph had forced her mum into letting Anthony in – essentially telling her that she’d be leaving too, if Anthony did.

    Anthony talking to Ruby on Emmerdale
    He gives us the creeps too (Credit: ITV)

    He’s just plain creepy

    Whatever Anthony may or may not have done (and our money’s on it being something terrible), Anthony is also… well, he’s a creep. If any further evidence is required, just look at that sneering face hogging the camera yesterday.

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

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  • 5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Cain is arrested and Anthony confronts Caleb

    5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Cain is arrested and Anthony confronts Caleb

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight (Tuesday, December 10), Cain find himself in a bit of bother and is arrested, leaving Moira to receive her pathology results alone.

    Elsewhere, after learning about Caleb’s affair with Tracy from Brenda, Anthony confronts his son-in-law.

    Here’s what’s happening in Emmerdale spoilers tonight.

    Moira doesn't need any more worry as she's still recovering (Credit: ITV)
    Moira doesn’t need any more worry as she’s still recovering (Credit: ITV)

    1. Moira is worried

    Although Moira feels anxious that she hasn’t heard from Cain all night, she’s sure he’ll be home for her test results. She sends Matty home and delays her appointment.

    But as time goes by, Moira is unable to postpone the appointment any further. She makes a last ditch phone call to Cain, and, feeling terrified, she prepares to receive her pathology results alone.

    Cain’s aggressive behaviour leads to an arrest (Credit: ITV)

    2. Cain is arrested

    Having lied to Moira about his whereabouts due to his guilt, Cain tries to get back to Moira in his van. But he is blocked from leaving by Jai’s awkwardly parked car.

    Fuelled by a desperate voicemail from Moira, Cain tries to get a move on, but is stopped by Swirling. His agitated state and aggressive approach leads to an arrest – brilliant timing, Cain!

    Deflated, Cain tries to appeal to Swirling’s better nature and asks for the chance to have one private conversation with Moira on the phone.

    The request is granted. Moira remains composed but she feels gutted at Cain’s callousness and is aghast to hear what he has done. However, she shares the news that her results were clear. But later, she admits to a heartbroken Matty that she’ll need radiotherapy and they cry together.

    Anthony questions Caleb (Credit: ITV)

    3. Emmerdale tonight: Anthony confronts Caleb

    Having heard from Brenda that Caleb previously had an affair with Tracy, Anthony isn’t best pleased. He confronts his son-in-law about the affair.

    But Ruby isn’t impressed by her dad’s actions. Defending Caleb and her own decision to move on from the affair, Ruby is left unsettled by unconvinced Anthony’s persistent questioning.

    Jimmy rips up the letter (Credit: ITV)

    4. Jimmy reads Tom’s letter

    During yesterday’s episode, Angelica did her best to convince dad Jimmy to give Tom a chance as he is all alone in prison.

    Tonight, Jimmy gives in to Angel and reads his nephew’s letter. However, what he reads rattles him and he sees it as another attempt to manipulate them.

    Ross previously realised he’d scared his son (Credit: ITV)

    5. Ross changes his mind in Emmerdale tonight

    Having been called a bully and told to go away by his own son, Ross knows he has work to do where Moses is concerned.

    However, when Ross observes the close bond between Mack and Moses in tonight’s episode, he abandons his plans to reconcile with his son.

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moses cut ties with Ross and Anthony discovered Caleb’s affair

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moses cut ties with Ross and Anthony discovered Caleb’s affair

    In Emmerdale tonight, Ross continued to get on the wrong side of everybody and discovered that son Moses is scared of him.

    Meanwhile, Anthony found out about son-in-law Caleb’s past affair with Tracy and wasn’t best pleased.

    Here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight (Monday, December 9.)

    Caleb and Charity, Marlon talking in the pub
    Caleb had been plotting with Charity and Marlon (Credit: ITV)

    Caleb’s plan went wrong

    Ross was on operation wind up Caleb duty again in tonight’s episode. As Ruby and Caleb sat eating breaking, Ross strolled down stairs and asked about coffee. “Can no wake up without my coffee,” he said.

    When Caleb asked why he was there, Ross responded,  “Oh did Steph not tell you about our sleepover?” He then stripped off the dressing after Caleb pointed out that it was his. And let’s be honest, the only one complaining was Caleb…

    Later, Ross received a message from Jade wanting her £3,000. Jai told Ross that he and Caleb were going to a meeting and Steph was taking the other staff on a team building trip, the the depot would be empty – and there was £20k in the safe that Ross could help himself to.

    Jai met with Caleb and told him that Ross had taken the bait. Caleb then proceeded to tell Marlon and Charity, who equally detest Ross, of his plan, and added that Ross thinks the CCTV is down, but it’s not.

    Caleb’s plan was to catch Ross stealing the money, then use the footage to drive him out of the village, but would it be that simple? Well, no, because Ross wasn’t born yesterday.

    When Caleb logged into the CCTV, he was greeted with a sign in the depot which read “nice try idiots.” Ross then walked in and said: “As if I was going to fall for a sting like that? Who puts 20 grand in a safe and brags about it.”

    To rub salt into Caleb’s wounds, Ross informed him that he had disabled most of the CCTV himself and one of his vans might be missing…

    Charity, Ross, Moses talking
    Ross realised his son was scared of him (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Moses told his dad to go away

    After Moses witnessed Ross’s attack on Mack, Ross decided to go see his son and make amends. However, he was about as welcome as root canal treatment.

    Charity and Mack didn’t want Ross there and even Moses told him to “go away.” Ross attempted to apologise to his son, but Moses was visibly scared.

    Ross told Moses he would never hurt him, with Mack quipping: “Other than that time you nearly fired a shotgun at him.” Moses then told his dad he was a bully and run off, leaving Ross feeling defeated.

    Brenda and Anthony talking
    Brenda filled Anthony in (Credit: ITV)

    Anthony discovered Caleb’s affair

    Ruby’s dad Anthony seemed to spend the episode going from business to business and not doing much at all, but he didn’t manage to find out about Caleb’s affair with Tracy.

    In David’s shop, Anthony overheard Tracy on the phone trying to arrange childcare. When Anthony enquired about her stress, she admitted that Frankie’s dad had run off to Shetland leaving her a single mum.

    Anthony felt sorry for Tracy, though he was confused when his daughter Ruby came in and was immediately rude to Tracy.

    Later, Anthony changed his hang out place of choice to the cafe. And as luck might have it, Tracy was there. After she left, it gave Anthony the opportunity to mention to Brenda that it must be hard being a single mother. Brenda was quick to respond that it was her own fault for playing away with Caleb.

    When it became clear that this was new information to Anthony, Brenda quickly regretted opening her mouth. But time travel hasn’t been invented yet, so there’s no getting out of this one. What will Anthony do with this information?

    Moira on the sofa in Emmerdale tonight
    Moira told Matty her plan (Credit: ITV)

    Moira planned a party as Cain felt guilty

    Cain continued to do everything in order to avoid spending time with Moira. Moira believed it was because he was being a helpful husband and doing all the jobs so she can rest. But really, Cain is being eaten up by guilt.

    When Moira sings Cain’s praises, Matty responded: “He’s putting you first, mum. Not all husbands would do that.” If only they knew…

    Later, Caleb and Ruby arrived with flowers and chocolate for Moira. Cain couldn’t get out of there fast enough, and invented a story about needing to go to Dudley for a car.

    When Matty returned, Moira was listening to the song Somewhere In My Heart at full volume. After she turned it down, she told Matty: “This song is very special to me and Cain.” She then told Matty that she wanted to surprise Cain with a party to thank him for all his support.

    Meanwhile, Cain was shown parked up in his van, with the same song playing on the radio (Cute!). Still feeling guilty, he sent Moira a message to say he would be stuck in Dudley overnight. Will Cain end up admitting the truth?

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight

    Ross revealed to Marlon that April had been kidnapped, thinking that he already knew. Marlon later spoke to April about it, who proceeded to defend Ross – you’re the only one, April!

    Brenda put Jimmy in his place and had us giggling when she told him: “Typical Jimmy, washing your hands of a difficult decision.” Because let’s be honest, Jimmy probably has splinters from all those fences he sits on.

    Speaking of Jimmy, Angel spoke to him about Tom, telling him Tom was all alone and Jimmy should go see to him.

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  • 3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Moira plans a party and Anthony makes a discovery

    3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Moira plans a party and Anthony makes a discovery

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Moira states her intention to throw Cain a surprise party for his birthday, but Matty doesn’t believe his mum is well enough.

    Elsewhere, Ross is upset and shocked when he realises that son Moses is scared of him and doesn’t want to be near him.

    All this and more in Emmerdale spoilers tonight (Monday, December 9).

    Emmerdale lying on the sofa in Emmerdale
    Moira wants to throw Cain a surprise party (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Moira outlines her plans

    As a thank you, Moira intends to throw a surprise party for Cain for his birthday. However, Matty is unconvinced that she’s well enough and tries to talk her out of it.

    Meanwhile, Cain lies about his whereabouts and hunkers down for the night, consumed by guilt over his fling with sister-in-law Ruby. But will he confess his secret?

    Anthony and Brenda talking on Emmerdale
    Brenda slips up (Credit: ITV)

    Anthony learns of Caleb’s affair

    Ruby’s dad Anthony recently arrived in Emmerdale, much to Ruby’s despair. While he has been trying to integrate himself back into the family, he discovers something that could upset the apple cart.

    Brenda accidentally lets slip about Caleb’s affair with nephew Nate’s wife Tracy. The news of the affair darkens Anthony’s mood, what will he do?

    Moses, Charity and Ross talking
    Ross is shocked to learn his son is scared of him (Credit: ITV)

    Ross is defeated

    Last week, Ross beat up Mack. Despite Charity trying to stop him, he carried on and the attack was witnessed by son Moses – who begged his dad to stop.

    Following the attack, Charity warned Ross he’d never see his son again. Tonight, Ross is shocked to realise that Moses is petrified of him.

    Knowing that he’s made Moses not want to be near him or spend time with him, Ross is defeated. Charity has no time for pity and sends him packing.

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

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