Tag: Belle Dingle

Name:  Belle Dingle
Year Born: 1998
Joined: December 25, 1998
Married to: Tom King
Children: None
Parents: Zak Dingle (father), Lisa Dingle (mother)
Siblings: Nathan Dingle (half-brother), Ben Dingle (half-brother), Butch Dingle (half-brother), Sam Dingle (half-brother), Cain Dingle (half-brother), Tina Dingle (half-sister).
Place of Work: Take a Vow
Played by: Eden Taylor-Draper
Key Storylines:
  • 3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Friday September 27: An ambulance arrives in the village as Tom lies lifeless

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

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

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

    Fears mount for Belle in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Belle is in serious danger

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

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

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

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

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

    2. Will Tom survive?

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

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

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

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

    Other locals are in crisis in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Could another villager be in peril?

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

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

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

    All will be revealed…

    Read more: Fans predict a Moira death twist

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

    5 reasons Tom mustn’t die after Belle finally snaps

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

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

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

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

    Confrontation!

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

    Belle had whacked him in the back with the axe!

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

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

    It’s too easy for Tom to die in Emmerdale

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

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

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

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

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

    Belle’s not to blame

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

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

    Belle can’t cope with a trial

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

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

    Belle really doesn’t deserve to go to prison

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

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

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

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

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

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

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

    Belle finally fought back – with devastating consequences

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Laurel slept with Charles in Emmerdale tonight

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

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

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

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

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

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Cain left town

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

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

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

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

    John stayed in town

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

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

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

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  • Amelia Spencer – Mean girl or brainwashed victim?

    Amelia Spencer – Mean girl or brainwashed victim?

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

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

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

    Who is Amelia Spencer in Emmerdale?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Amelia and Tom

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Amelia in Emmerdale is a mean girl

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Or is she a victim?

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

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

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

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

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

    Read more: The worst couples in Emmerdale over the years

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

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

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

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

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

    Belle falls into Tom’s trap in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Belle hopes Amelia is starting to see the light

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

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

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

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

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

    2.Tom holds Belle hostage

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

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

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

    Is tragedy about to strike?

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

    Laurel and Charles get it on in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Anger turns to passion for Laurel and Charles

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

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

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

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

    4. Manpreet wants Charles back

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

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

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

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

    It’s John to the rescue in Emmerdale spoilers

    5. John saves Pollard’s life

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

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

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

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

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  • 3 Spoilers for tonight, Wednesday September 25: Amelia launches an attack on Belle over Tom as Kerry and Amy decide to take action

    3 Spoilers for tonight, Wednesday September 25: Amelia launches an attack on Belle over Tom as Kerry and Amy decide to take action

    In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, Amelia is still standing by her man as she defends evil Tom to Belle and Chas. The teen’s family are concerned about her loyalty towards the abuser and fear she’s still seeing him. But can they find a way to cut contact before Amelia becomes Tom’s next victim?

    All this and more in Emmerdale on Wednesday September, 25!

    Amelia lashes out at Chas and Belle in Emmerdale
    Amelia gives Chas and Belle what for after hearing them talking about Tom (Credit: ITV)

    Tom has a hold over Amelia in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Tom is controlling Amelia from afar

    No one has heard a peep from Tom since he got dismissed from his job at the vets. But his campaign of cruelty against Belle has become the talk of the village. Most people are firmly Team Belle, but there are a brainwashed few – yes, Jimmy, we’re looking at you – who still think Tom is innocent.

    Amelia is also refusing to believe the man she’s fallen in love with could be capable of such things. The naive barmaid has been completely taken in by Tom, and has been paying him secret visits. Amelia has also agreed to carry on getting ‘justice’ for Tom and prove Belle is on a mission to ruin his life.

    Will she ever realise what kind of a man he is?

    Amelia has a go at Chas and Belle in Emmerdale
    Can Belle and Chas make Amelia see the truth? (Credit: ITV)

    2. Amelia lashes out at Belle and Chas

    Meanwhile, Belle fears Tom is lurking somewhere, biding his time and planning his next attack.

    She discusses her concerns with Chas in the back room of The Woolpack, as they try and figure out what to do. But Amelia walks in and overhears the tail end of the conversation.

    Misunderstanding what they’re saying, angry Amelia jumps to Tom’s defense. She rails at Belle and Chas, accusing them of waging a war against him – oh seriously, girl, you’re getting on our nerves now.

    Can Belle and Chas find a way to make Amelia understand she’s being played?

    Kerry and Amy are worried about Amelia in Emmerdale
    Kerry and Amy decide it’s time to take action (Credit: ITV)

    Fears grow for Amelia in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Amy and Kerry make an alarming discovery

    Word of Amelia’s outburst soon reaches Kerry and Amy, who are troubled by her refusal to back down.

    Both ladies have had little success in being able to convince Amelia that Tom’s a wrong’un. They’ve tried both the direct and softly-softly approach. But have they worked? Have they heck!

    Concerned about Amelia’s latest tirade, Amy and Kerry suspect she’s still in contact with Tom. They decide to do some digging to get to the truth. But will they discover Tom’s whereabouts? And can they help Amelia before it really is too late?

    Read more: Emmerdale’s worst ever couples 

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  • John’s secret was revealed, Kim hit Will where it hurts and Lydia got emotional – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    John’s secret was revealed, Kim hit Will where it hurts and Lydia got emotional – here’s what happened in Emmerdale tonight

    Emmerdale tonight saw John’s secret revealed to viewers – and it wasn’t as exciting as we’d hoped. Sure, it was emotional, but it felt a bit flat.

    Meanwhile, Kim took more revenge on Will and hit him where it hurt – literally and metaphorically.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Tuesday September 24.

    Lydia Dingle supports Belle Dingle in Emmerdale
    Belle was supported by Lydia (Credit: ITV)

    Lydia opened up to Belle

    Belle was frantically searching for hidden cameras in the Dingle homestead. Lydia kept insisting Belle had evidence and encouraged her to go to the police.

    Belle then asked Lydia for help – getting her to explain what it was like when she went to the police over Craig and her rape. But Belle was still unsure as they had dropped the charges in Lydia’s case and she felt no one would believe her over Tom. Lydia tried to convince Belle people will see through it as she has evidence. Is it enough to get Belle to go to the police, though?

    The conversation and memories hit Lydia hard as she broke down in tears.

    But later Lydia offered more comfort to thoughtful Belle telling her she had to decide what happened next. Will Belle finally report her abusive husband?

    John throws Victoria out of his van in Emmerdale
    Victoria now knows John’s Aidan Moore secret (Credit: ITV)

    John’s secret fell a bit flat in Emmerdale tonight

    Victoria apologised to John for her frankly weird and obsessive behaviour, but it still didn’t stop her prying.

    John then finally gave in explained who Aidan Moore was. He was apparently his best mate and he died when they were serving in Afghanistan. He went into great detail about Aidan’s death and given he has refused to open up about anything at all, this all seemed quite strange.

    John got pretty emotional (for him!) and broke down as he was telling the story. Not that we’re saying this didn’t happen, but surely there’s more to it? The fact this big secret that has been teased for some weeks was delivered right at the beginning of the episode and then not referenced again felt very flat. Hopefully this isn’t it. And if it is, what a waste.

    Will Taylor grimaces in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
    Will was jealous (Credit: ITV)

    Things weren’t going well for Will

    Will broke the news to Jimmy Caleb is his new business partner. Jimmy was not happy in only the way Jimmy can’t be. Hearing the commotion, Dawn gave Will the time of day for 10 seconds, but then changed her mind and walked off again.

    Will then went toe-to-toe with Kim again, who was claiming she’d slept with someone else last night as said man came down the stairs. How long are we going to have to deal with these two going back and forth? Much as we love Queen Kim Tate, this sort of tit-for-tat is going to get pretty boring, pretty quickly.

    Will then may have made a mistake, threatening to have Kim killed in front of a witness. Has he just played right into her hands – can we feel another faked death coming on?!

    He earned himself a punch from Kim’s bit of suit after calling her a ‘trollop past her sell-by date’. Kim did tend to Will’s wounds, though, and they even made jokes at each other. And Will admitted he was very jealous. Could she be thawing? Can they make it work and we can all forget about this nonsense storyline?

    Not at the moment, because Kim fired back that he needed to move out. Sigh.

    Kim then went to visit Dawn and apologised for what happened with Rose. She wanted to be part of Dawn’s family and be friends again. Dawn seemed much more forgiving of Kim than she does of her own dad. But is Kim on the level or is she trying to isolate Will from his family? Does she really mean it?

    Will then decided to team up with Caleb to take Kim down. He promised to do anything – legal or illegal to “bring her to her knees” and “make her life a misery”. Will Caleb bite? And what does this mean for Kim? And once again, how much longer are they going to drag this out for?

    Laurel's ideas don't go down well with Charles or Claudette in Emmerdale
    Just get on with the romance already! (Credit: ITV)

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Charles and Claudette were still planning the Harvest Festival – let’s hope this also comes round quickly because it’s not the most riveting storyline.

    Gail got involved, wanting to throw a disco in the village hall. Laurel was totally on board, Claudette was not. Modernising the church seems to be a long way off.

    Laurel soon stormed off and Claudette decided she must be menopausal! But then Charles overheard Laurel being mean about his mum and it didn’t go down well.

    We appreciate all of this is just a plot device to get Laurel and Charles together, but it all feels a bit forced and crowbarred in to give the characters something to do. Laurel hasn’t really been near the church for years, now all of a sudden she’s a dedicated parishioner who wants to improve attendance? Riiiiight.

    Read more: Queen Kim has proved no one can take her down many times before

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  • 4 Spoilers for tonight, Tuesday September 24: Lydia revisits her painful past to help Belle get justice and Charles clashes with Laurel

    4 Spoilers for tonight, Tuesday September 24: Lydia revisits her painful past to help Belle get justice and Charles clashes with Laurel

    Lydia reopens old wounds in tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers as she confides in Belle about her rape ordeal at the hands of Craig Reed. But will her act of bravery inspire Belle to go to the police about Tom?

    Also in Emmerdale on Tuesday September 24, Charles isn’t a fan of Laurel’s unorthodox plans for the church harvest festival.

    Lydia Dingle supports Belle Dingle in Emmerdale
    Belle and Lydia share an emotional heart-to-heart (Credit: ITV)

    Belle has a big decision to make in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Tom’s abuse has left Belle feeling violated

    Belle is still reeling from the discovery that Tom was spying on her.

    After being alerted by Kim that Dale Head was in a mess, Belle paid a visit to her former marital home. Inside, she discovered a screw lying on the floor and realised, to her horror, it belonged to a camera.

    Belle knew in that moment that Tom must have rigged the device up and been using it to secretly film her. This is just the latest in a long line of sickening crimes, which so far, Tom has got away with.

    But will Belle change that by going to the police?

    Belle and Lydia make a discovery in Emmerdale
    Belle tells Lydia she can’t report Tom to the police (Credit: ITV)

    2. Belle refuses to report Tom

    Concerned for Belle’s safety with Tom still on the loose, Lydia gently urges her to go to the police. But sadly it’s no use. Belle refuses to report Tom through fear of having to relive her trauma and share personal footage in a public court room.

    However, after taking some time to reflect on everything, Belle starts to come round to the idea.

    She goes to Lydia for support, and asks if she’ll share her own experience of turning Craig into the cops.

    3. Lydia opens up to Belle

    Despite the trauma of having to revisit harrowing memories, Lydia agrees to share her story with Belle in the hope it will inspire her to take action.

    Afterwards, the ladies gaze over the Dingle land as they reflect on their difficult day. Belle is feeling thoughtful, but comforted by Lydia’s support.

    United together, Lydia hopes she’s said enough to encourage Belle to go to the police. Is justice finally about to be served? And will the police be able to locate Tom?

    Laurel's ideas don't go down well with Charles or Claudette in Emmerdale
    Check out the face on Charles, he’s definitely not impressed (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel is ruffling feathers in Emmerdale spoilers

    4. Charles isn’t a fan of Laurel’s vision

    Laurel has big ideas how to inject a bit of fun into the upcoming harvest festival.

    She unveils her plans to Charles and Claudette – but doesn’t quite get the reaction she was hoping for. Mum and son think Laurel’s vision is far too modern for their traditional church and make their disapproval clear.

    But will Laurel respect their wishes and back down? Or is there trouble ahead?

    Read more: Here’s why we’re totally Team Laurel 

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  • As Kim and Will split, all of the breakups the village has seen so far this year

    As Kim and Will split, all of the breakups the village has seen so far this year

    Makeups and breakups are part and parcel of soaps, and Emmerdale is no exception.

    Last week, Kim Tate and Will Taylor joined the ever growing list of couples who have split after she ended their marriage due to him keeping the truth about his night with Rose from her.

    In true Kim Tate style though, she didn’t simply break up with Will. No, she blackmailed him and then had him dig a grave – as you do.

    Only time will tell if they find their way back together. In the meantime, here are the other major Emmerdale couples who have fallen by the wayside this year…

    Nate is on his phone, Tracy watches
    Nate left the village alone (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Tracy and Nate

    Tracy and Nate split earlier this year after she had an affair with Caleb just months into their marriage.

    The affair made Tracy realise that she didn’t love Nate and she told the poor guy that she hadn’t even been in love with him on their wedding day. How to kick a man when he is down – you probably could have kept that bit to yourself, hey Tracy…

    During the summer, it looked like a reunion might be on the cards and Tracy even agreed to her and Frankie joining Nate in Scotland, where he had received a job offer.

    However, after Moira kissed Nate, his family got the wrong end of the stick and turned against him, leading him to leave for Scotland on his own. Though we never actually saw him leave

    Victoria and Jacob initially kept their relationship a secret (Credit: ITV)

    Victoria and Jacob

    Jacob and Victoria’s relationship initially started out as a secret because she understandably didn’t want people to know she was dating her ex boyfriend’s young son.

    Once the relationship was out in the open, Jacob’s dad David left the village after feeling betrayed by his son and ex girlfriend.

    The relationship came to an end this year when Jacob turned down a placement in Berlin in order to stay with Victoria. Following this, his mum Leyla accused Victoria of holding her son back.

    Victoria agreed with Leyla’s assessment and decided to end things with Jacob, leaving him heartbroken as he begged her to reconsider.

    Manpreet tried to get back with Charles (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Charles and Manpreet

    In the wake on his son Ethan’s death, Charles struggled to accept any support from his partner Manpreet and he called time on their relationship.

    Charles’ mum Claudette tried to meddle and told Manpreet that there was still a chance for the pair. But with Charles struggling with trust issues, his mind was made up.

    Despite the pair getting together in 2021, it was revealed that they’d actually known each other 15 years previously, but she left him at the alter on their wedding day.

    Charles cruelly told Manpreet that he hadn’t trusted her since she left him at the alter 20 years ago. So why he got back together with her later and stayed with her for a few years is anybody’s guess…

    Tom and Belle look tense in Emmerdale
    Tom abused Belle (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Belle and Tom

    One break up we were all ecstatic about was that of Belle and Tom. Having been abusive to Belle for most of their relationship, we were all desperate for her to get the strength to walk away.

    That finally happened recently with Belle telling Tom that he can’t control her any more.

    During their marriage, Tom mentally tortured Belle. As well as keeping tabs on her every move, he locked her in the house, tried to turn her against her family and even abused her dog Piper in his sick plot.

    However, despite the pair no longer being a couple, Tom has continued to try and hurt Belle. One twisted move saw him give Piper away and pretend she had died. It’s easy to see what his new girlfriend Amelia sees in him…

    Laurel stands up to Jai in The Hide in Emmerdale
    Laurel and Jai continued to work together following their split (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Jai

    Another couple fans weren’t too upset to see the end of was Jai and Laurel.

    The couple went their separate ways earlier this year following their rows over Amit’s departure and Jai’s betrayal of his half-brother Suni.

    The line was completely crossed when Jai insulted Laurel’s late husband Ashley, leaving Laurel feeling disgusted that she’d ever married Jai.

    In the wake of their split, Jai has continued to be cruel to Laurel. So we think it’s safe to say that those two thankfully won’t be getting back together.

    Noah and Amelia look sad
    Amelia couldn’t forgive Noah (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale split: Noah and Amelia

    This young couple split after Amelia determined that Noah was responsible for Samson being sent to jail.

    After Noah admitted he was the one responsible for grassing up Samson, Amelia saw this as a betrayal – given that Samson is the father of her young daughter.

    Noah was eager to continue to be a part of young Esther’s life as he has been like a father figure to the girl – even setting up a trust fund for her. But Amelia told him he needed to stay away, even cruelly telling him that Esther is young enough to forget about him.

    Amelia has now moved on to abuser Tom, so she may soon come to regret letting Noah go.

    Read more: Tom spies on Belle sleeping – 13 other creepy things he’s done 

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  • 5 Spoilers for tonight, Monday September 23: Victoria rumbles John’s ‘Aidan Moore’ secret and Belle makes a chilling discovery

    5 Spoilers for tonight, Monday September 23: Victoria rumbles John’s ‘Aidan Moore’ secret and Belle makes a chilling discovery

    In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, Victoria wants answers after finding Aidan Moore’s dog tags hidden in John’s caravan. Unfortunately her brother doesn’t want to tell her – or anyone – who Aidan is, and shows Vic the door.

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale on Monday September 23, Belle bravely returns to Dale Head. Inside she discovers the remnants of Tom’s hidden cameras and realises her evil ex was spying on her. Will Belle report him to the police?

    Get ready for another week of drama!

    Victoria Sugden finds John Sugden's dog tags with Aidan Moore on in Emmerdale
    Victoria realises John has been lying to her (Credit: ITV)

    John is lying to Victoria in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. John is a bit of a mystery

    John is keeping us all guessing about his past – and the identity of this mysterious Aidan Moore.

    Back in the summer, viewers learnt that John was harbouring a secret when he was seen clutching army dog tags belonging to an ‘Aidan Moore’. Everyone is desperate to know who Aidan is. Fans have been giving their theories, ranging from Aidan being a past lover, to John himself!

    Whatever the case, John doesn’t want anyone knowing about Aidan. He was clearly on edge when Victoria caught a glimpse of the tags – even though she didn’t clock Aidan’s name. And when Vic tried to question John about his time in the army he shut her down.

    However, that’s not stopped Vic’s desperation to get to know her brother. She’s being determined John is going to be part of the Sugden clan – whether he wants to or not!

    John finds Victoria snooping in his van
    John catches Victoria red-handed  (Credit: ITV)

    2. Victoria loses her temper with John

    Victoria shows John some pictures from the Sugden family album, but he’s more interested in looking at his phone. Hurt by his rudeness, Victoria snatches John’s phone out of his hands to see what’s got his attention.

    She’s shocked to find he’s been texting Aaron and realises their affair must be back on.

    Later, Victoria confronts John in The Woolpack about his secret relationship. But as usual, John doesn’t want to discuss it and storms out of the pub. What else is he hiding? Well, Victoria is about to find out…

    John catches Victoria in his van in Emmerdale
    John is furious with Victoria for invading his privacy (Credit: ITV)

    3. Victoria makes a shocking discovery in Emmerdale spoilers

    Later on, Victoria heads over to John’s van to apologise. She knocks, but there’s no answer.

    Unable to resist temptation, Vic decides to let herself in for a quick snoop around. It’s not long before she finds the tin containing the dog tags, and this time she sees they’re stamped with ‘Aidan Moore’.

    As Victoria reels, John suddenly arrives and catches her red-handed. He’s furious at her invasion of privacy and throws Victoria out. Will she be able to get the truth out of him?

    Belle and Lydia make a discovery in Emmerdale
    Lydia is by Belle’s side as she makes a sickening discovery (Credit: ITV)

    Lydia supports Belle in Emmerdale spoilers

    4. Belle revisits her painful past

    Belle receives a phone call from Kim to say Dale Head has been turned upside down.

    She’s reluctant to return to the place of such misery, but Lydia offers to go with her. Supported by her sister-in-law, Belle enters the property and finds it’s in disarray.

    She knows at once Tom must have been there, but nothing prepares her for what she’s about to find.

    Tom King threatens Belle Dingle in Emmerdale
    Will Belle tell the police about Tom’s stalking? (Credit: ITV)

    5. Belle realises Tom has been stalking her

    While sorting through the mess Belle notices a screw lying on the floor.

    Her blood runs cold as she realises it’s from a mini secret camera, which means Tom must have been spying on her. The discovery leaves Belle deeply shaken and left with a decision to make.

    Will she go to the police and report Tom for stalking?

    Read more: Everything you need to know about Belle Dingle

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