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
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10 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Will in deep fake disaster, Belle is haunted by Tom and Moira gives Ruby a Glasgow Kiss

Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal Will’s tormentor is set to take things to a new level as he continues to try and hide his secret from Kim. He finds out his blackmailer can’t be Rose, but who is it?

Meanwhile, Belle decides to give Tom a taste of his own medicine while Moira sees red and attacks Ruby. But, has Moira got the wrong end of the stick?

Here are 10 Emmerdale spoilers for next week.

Will calls Rose’s number (Credit: ITV)

1. Will calls ‘Rose’

Having reached the conclusion that his tormentor has to be Rose, Will calls the mystery number. He seethes down the phone to ‘Rose’, telling her to give it up. Jimmy is aghast by Will’s brazen approach.

However, Will then sees a video of Rose in Ibiza and realises the phone didn’t ring with an international dial tone (hmmm…) He and Jimmy are both confused by who the caller could be and Will is left worrying about his life being ruined.

Jimmy is stunned by Will’s call (Credit: ITV)

2. Will is blackmailed

Jimmy shows Will an email on the work account. He’s left furious as he’s faced with porn images with his and Rose’s faces on them. Jimmy encourages him to go to the police.

A further deep fake video pops up, leaving Will fearing this is more than someone just trying to scare him. Will’s tormentor demands ten grand to keep his secret.

What will Will do next?

Tracy meets up with Nate (Credit: ITV)

3. Tracy finds out about Nate’s new job in Emmerdale spoilers

Meanwhile, Nate tells Mack he’s been offered a job in Scotland and must make a decision by the following day. Nate is torn over the decision.

Shortly after, he shares the news with Tracy. Neither Nate nor Tracy are willing to admit their feelings to one another. As a result, Nate keeps quiet, pretending not to be upset.

What’s next for Nate and Tracy?

Tom is still tormenting Belle (Credit: ITV)

4. Tom threatens Belle

Belle is left devastated when she receives an email informing her there will be no disclosure following her Clare’s Law Application. Tom watches via his secret cameras, delighted by the news and basking in Belle’s distress.

Afterwards, Tom makes a coded comment to Belle. This alerts Belle to the fact Tom knows about the results of her private email. He reminds her of some exposing photographs he could release of her, leaving Belle stunned.

Belle has had enough (Credit: ITV)

5. Tom gets a taste of his own medicine

After realising the password to access her photos has been charged, Belle is left feeling distraught. However, she decides to fight back against Tom (YESSS, you teach him a lesson Belle!)

Belle forms a plan to steal Tom’s tablet in a bid to give him a taste of his own medicine. Before long, Tom is confronted by Belle in the Woolpack.

Will anyone believe Belle’s accusations?

5. Amelia reveals her new romance in Emmerdale spoilers

Surprisingly, Amelia reveals she and Tom are now in a relationship (seriously girl?!) She says it’s early days and they’ve been seeing each other for a couple of weeks.

As a result of Amelia’s announcement, Belle and Lydia are both left speechless by the news and Belle is terrified for Amelia’s safety.

Later on, Tom lets himself into Belle’s home using his key and Belle warns him to leave Amelia alone.

A special episode starring Belle is due to air (Credit: ITV)

6. Belle’s haunted

The day after her run in with Tom, Belle leaves her house in a trance-like state and wanders down Main Street. She is haunted by her imagined futures.

In this special episode focusing on Belle’s choices (ooh, we do love a good special episode), will she find the courage to open up about the abuse she’s faced?

Moira lashes out at Ruby (Credit: ITV)

7. Moira sees red

When Moira spots Cain and Ruby bantering, along with Ruby giving Cain’s arm a squeeze, she sees red. Moira barges into Mill Cottage and accuses Ruby of trying to sleep with Cain.Â Ruby is baffled by Moira’s actions.

Shortly after Cain and Caleb arrive, Moira headbutts Ruby with Cain having to restrain her (Moira’s the Queen of the Glasgow Kiss and we can’t wait for this one!) Eventually, Moira is taken away by Cain, while Caleb promises a furious Ruby he will sort it all out.

8. Cain is frustrated

Following Moira’s actions at Butlers, Cain demands to know what is going on with his wife. He soon realises she’s forgotten to go for her blood tests.

As a result, Cain storms out, while Moira is left feeling confused and upset.

What’s wrong with Moira? (We’re DESPERATE to know) And, will Cain forgive her?

Aaron has grown fond of John (Credit: ITV)

9. John’s final day on the farm arrives in Emmerdale spoilers

Feeling unable to ask John to stay, Aaron is left feeling awkward when he hears it’s John’s last day on the farm.

So, is this the end for Aaron and John? It’s Soap Land, so we’re guessing not…

Nate and Tracy can’t find Frankie (Credit: ITV)

10. Frankie’s missing

Meanwhile, Tracy and Nate are left panicked when they cannot locate Frankie and realise they don’t know where she’s gone. Before long, Tracy decides it’s time to call the police.

Is Frankie OK?

Read more: Whatâ€™s wrong with Moira? 5 theories over whatâ€™s really going on

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook page @emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

27th August 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Haunted Belle must take on Tom when she learns he’s in a relationship with Amelia

There’s terror for Belle in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers when she discovers Tom is in a relationship with Amelia.

Belle is haunted by visions of the future as she fears Amelia will become Tom’s next victim. A special episode explores the choices she now must make. But will Belle find the courage to open up about her abuse?

Belle reels from the news that Amelia and Tom are now an item (Credit: ITV)

Belle makes a disturbing discovery in Emmerdale spoilers

Belle’s nightmare is showing no signs of being over yet. Controlling Tom is continuing to do his worst, even going as far as threatening Belle with revenge porn.

As if the fear of Tom exposing nude images of her wasn’t bad enough, Belle has now discovered Tom has changed the password to access her photos.

This has made Belle realise the only way to get back at Tom is by playing him at his own game. After laying her hands on his tablet, she confronted Tom in the Woolpack, publicly accusing him of foul play. Chas and Amelia were witness to the outburst and shocked by what they heard.

But there’s another huge shock in store for Belle when Amelia announces she’s Tom’s new girlfriend. OMG, we didn’t see that one coming!

Belle is in distress after her latest encounter with Tom (Credit: ITV)

Belle fears for Amelia’s safety

Amelia gives more details on her new relationship with Tom, explaining they’ve been together a couple of weeks. Blimey! She only dumped Noah a matter of days ago!

Belle and Lydia can’t believe what they’re hearing and voice their disapproval. But for Belle there’s an even deeper concern. She knows first hand what Tom is capable of. So will he do the same to vulnerable Amelia?

Later, Tom is up to his old tricks as he lets himself into Belle’s house with his own key. Belle stands up to her evil ex, ordering him leave Amelia alone. But will he listen? Will he heck!

He regains the upper hand and enjoys making Belle feel frightened, as he warns her to back off.

Traumatised Belle is haunted by her imagined futures (Credit: ITV)

Belle is in a state of complete terror

The day after her run-in with Tom, Belle is in a total trance.

She leaves her house and takes a wander down Main Street. On her way she’s haunted by the horrors of her imagined futures, with Tom still in control.

In a special episode focusing on Belle’s trauma, she’s left faced with choices to make. Will she find the courage to open up about her abuse and expose Tom’s wickedness? And can he be brought to justice before any harm comes to Amelia?

Read more: The moment Tom became soap’s worst ever villain

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook page @emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

27th August 2024
Review of the week: Piper’s alive, Ella’s lashing out, and what is Dawn up to?

This week’s Emmerdale review is an emotional rollercoaster – just like the soap itself! We’ve been pulled every which way this week and frankly we don’t know whether we’re happy, sad or just plain confused!

Read on to find out what’s been leaving our heads in a spin in this week’s Emmerdale review.

Piper’s alive! But Tom’s still evil (Credit: ITV)

Piper’s alive!

Of course the big revelation this week was that poor Piper, Belle’s beloved pooch, is ALIVE!

We have to admit, we had our suspicions. We’ve been soap fans long enough to know that, in the words of Taylor Swift, ‘no body, no crime’.

But even though we didn’t see Tom run Piper over, we wondered if we were being a bit hopeful. Maybe the soap rules were different for animals. And things did look bleak when Tom brought Piper’s little wicker coffin up to Wishing Well to bury her beside Belle’s Shetland pony, Hamish.

And then! The best twist ever! Piper’s alive! For a second we were thrilled to bits. Except, Tom’s given her away, and Belle still thinks she’s dead. How evil can one man be?! Honestly, THIS is what we mean by an emotional rollercoaster!

Ella was furious when Amelia posted a photo of her on the salon socials (Credit: ITV)

Ella lashes out!

We can’t quite get to grips with how we’re supposed to feel about child killer Ella.

On the one hand, she’s done her time and everyone deserves a second chance. On the other – she doesn’t exactly help herself, does she?!

This week, when Gary – the cousin of her victim, Joanne – turned up at Ella’s birthday celebrations, Ella lost it.

Wendy tried to help but Ella lashed out, giving poor Wendy a huge thump in the face and scaring her. It turned out Ella wanted to be sent back to prison – the only real home she’d ever had.

But on top of our conflicted feelings about Ella, we also felt a bit odd about Liam and Manpreet trying to gaslight a frightened and battered Wendy into withdrawing her statement. Ella may have had her reasons, but she still attacked Wendy.

Maybe we just need to get to know Ella better, but for now, the jury’s out on how we feel about this former jailbird.

Jai’s up to something, but so is Caleb (Credit: ITV)

Jai and Laurel’s money battle

Jai and Laurel’s divorce is becoming more acrimonious by the day and this week things took a turn. Except we’re not quite sure what’s going on.

Everyone’s lying and scheming and covering things up and now Caleb seems to be involved and we’re completely baffled.

All we really know is we’re totally Team Laurel!

Will’s fretting (Credit: ITV)

What’s Dawn up to in our Emmerdale review?

So Rose vanished, Will thinks Kim is responsible, Kim thinks Will did it, and she’s gone off to Dubai which makes Will even more suspicious that she’s the guilty party.

Meanwhile, Will’s sending Dawn messages from Rose’s phone and fretting, while Dawn worries about where her mum is.

Except.

In Friday’s episode we discovered that Dawn’s been lying. She’s setting Will up for something and we’re not sure who’s in on it? Is this Dawn working with Rose to take revenge on her dad?

Or is it Dawn and Kim who have teamed up? Could Dawn, Kim AND Rose all be in on it? What even is IT? We’re so confused – and looking forward to next week’s episodes when hopefully it’ll all be explained.

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook pageÂ @emmerdaleinsiderÂ for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

24th August 2024
Emmerdale just confirmed Piper the Dog’s real fate – and now we can finally sleep at night

Piper the Dog’s real fate has been confirmed in Emmerdale – and she’s alive! The adorable pup was believed to be dead after evil Tom deliberately ran her over, but it’s now been revealed she’s OK.

While Piper appears to have some injuries, at least she’s still with us. However, it remains to be seen if Belle will ever be reunited with her beloved dog.

Here’s everything you need to know about Piper in Emmerdale.

Piper’s alive! (Credit: ITV)

What happened to Piper?

Evil Tom has used Piper as a weapon against Belle ever since they got married. He knows how much Belle loves Piper, so has been deliberately mean to the poor dog. He previously locked her outside while he and Belle were in Wales and also once injected Piper to make her seem unwell.

In recent scenes, Tom deliberately hit Piper with his car while no one was around. He took her from Lydia and Sam’s house while they were out at the pub with Belle.

He then used Piper’s injuries as a way to get Belle to speak to him. Tom assured Belle he would do all he could to save Piper, however the following day he informed Belle that Piper was going to have to be put down.Â In heartbreaking scenes, Belle bid farewell to her beloved dog.

It wasn’t long until she came to the conclusion that Tom was to blame for Piper’s death. However, no one would listen to Belle’s accusations and instead took Tom’s side. How awful!

Tom gave Piper away to an unknown couple (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale confirms Piper the Dog’s fate

Despite Piper having been ‘buried’ in heartbreaking scenes, it’s now been confirmed that she’s alive and well.

In a shock twist in Wednesday’s episode (August 21), Tom was seen handing over Piper to an unknown couple. The pair seemed to think they were rescuing the dog, seemingly unaware that Piper had actually been taken from Belle.

Tom made out that Piper’s previous owner was a horrible woman who had neglected the little dog. Can this guy stoop any lower?!

Meanwhile, Belle is unaware her dog is alive and still believes she buried her. However, she is convinced Tom is responsible for what happened to Piper and appears determined to expose him once and for all. Go Belle!

Read more: As Piper is brutally murdered, here are some more of Emmerdaleâ€™s saddest animal deaths

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook page @emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

21st August 2024
Emmerdale tonight: Piper’s true fate was revealed, Jai stooped to a new low and Mandy got carried away

Emmerdale tonight saw Laurel left devastated when Jai lied about his finances during their first mediation session. The former couple’s split is becoming more bitter by the day and their divorce looks set to get messy.

Elsewhere, Tom gained access to Belle’s laptop and found out she’d contacted the police. Also, Piper’s true fate was revealed while Gabby and Vinny continued to grow closer.

Everything was happening in Emmerdale on Wednesday August 21.

Mediation was tense for Jai and Laurel (Credit: ITV)

Jai’s lies

Laurel and Jai’s first mediation session arrived. Laurel was feeling uncertain beforehand, as she worried if Jai would be thoughtful or not. Ruby gave her some advice in cafe as she compared Caleb to Jai (erm, okay then…)

The mediation session got off on the wrong foot after Jai arrived late. He came bounding in, insisting he didn’t want to be difficult (yeah, right!) Things soon took a turn, with Jai claiming he’d sold Holdgate to his sister and Tenants to Liam.

He said he had debts to pay off after making bad decisions, leaving Laurel baffled.Â Laurel pleaded with him during the meeting, but he continued to insist he was skint. She then lashed out, but Jai continued to put on act in front of the lawyer.

Later on, Caleb and Jai met up to discuss business, with Jai admitting he felt guilty about what he’d done to Laurel. Caleb insisted Jai owes Laurel nothing and encouraged him to continue with his lies.

After Jai left, Caleb told Ruby he was surprised at how trusting Jai is. Is Caleb up to something?

Tom spied on Belle – again

Tom let himself into Belle’s home (nothing new there) and attempted to guess the password to her laptop. He grew frustrated when he realised she’d changed it, but after some deliberation he managed to correctly guess it.

Tom then put malware software on her laptop in a bid to watch what she’s up to. He headed home and proceeded to look through Belle’s emails and search history, discovering she’d contacted the police and been searching about domestic abuse.

Tom later met up with a lawyer friend and sought some advice about his divorce. He told him that Belle was making false accusations about him.

Mandy found out Ella’s 30th birthday is coming up (Credit: ITV)

Mandy got carried away

Rhona, Manpreet, Ella and Mandy decided to head for lunch at The Hide to chat all about Mandy’s honeymoon.

Ella made a swift exit after the meal, but accidentally left her bag behind. Her driving license fell out as Rhona picked up the bag, and they discovered Ella is turning 30 tomorrow.

Mandy was quick to insist they should plan something special for Ella, while Manpreet wasn’t so sure.

Tom gave Piper to an unknown couple (Credit: ITV)

Piper’s alive!

In a shock twist, it was revealed that Piper the Dog is actually alive and well! The poor pup has definitely sustained some injuries as she was seen with a cone around her head.

And, just when we thought Tom couldn’t get any worse, he did. He gave Piper away to an unknown couple, who were under the impression they were rescuing Piper. He told them Piper’s former owner hadn’t been looking after her.

Meanwhile, Belle was seen speaking to Piper’s grave as she still believes her beloved dog is dead. Evil.

Also in tonight’s Emmerdale…

Also, Vinny expressed his interest in spending some more time with Thomas, despite Gabby insisting he doesn’t have to. Later on, Vinny and Gabby headed to the playground with Thomas. While there, they shared a touching moment when Vinny said he felt Liv would be happy for them. How cute.

Read more:Â Tom spies on Belle sleeping â€“ 13 other creepy things heâ€™s doneÂ

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook pageÂ @emmerdaleinsiderÂ for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

21st August 2024
Emmerdale tonight: Laurel and Gabby proved to be a great team, Vinny and Gabby are loved-up and Tom is still evil

Emmerdale tonight saw Jai left squirming when he realised Laurel is the one buying his shares in The Hide. Laurel and Gabby wasted no time in rubbing Jai’s nose in their new plans.

Elsewhere, Vinny sought reassurance from Gabby as their relationship continued to heat up. Also, Belle took serious action against Tom after another showdown.

It was all happening in Emmerdale on Tuesday August 20.

Gabby and Laurel were thrilled to tell Jai of their plans (Credit: ITV)

Laurel’s plan

Gabby happily informed Jai she is planning to buy his shares, much to his annoyance.

Later on, Gabby sent Jai over an email outlining her proposal. He began quizzing her about where she’d sourced the money from. Eventually, Gabby revealed Laurel is the new investor.

As Jai continued to belittle Laurel, she and Gabby hit back at him, prompting him to eventually back down.

Jai later signed the contract, but then took a suspicious phone call. He informed the caller that the money would be with them tomorrow before saying Laurel doesn’t know what’s coming. We love plotting Jai… oh no, wait, we don’t!

Belle buried Piper

Belle arrived at the vets to collect Piper, but was left heartbroken when Tom revealed Piper had already been discarded of.

An upset Belle headed home, but Sam and Lydia then told her that Tom had already arranged to bring Piper’s body round. Tom then arrived, insisting Belle hadn’t listened to him and Piper was simply in his car, not in the surgery.

Later, Tom, Belle, Lydia and Sam proceeded to bury Piper. Belle took the opportunity to reveal what Tom did to Piper at the Welsh cottage, but everyone took Tom’s side, despite Belle’s pleas.

After another showdown with Tom, Belle headed to the police station. She sought advice about being abused and brought up Claire’s Law, in a bid to find out about Tom’s past.

What will Belle find out?

Things are heating up between Gabby and Vinny! (Credit: ITV)

Vinny and Gabby’s romance

Charity apologised to Vinny for mocking him. She encouraged him to communicate with Gabby and share his insecurities.

Vinny later headed to The Hide to chat with Gabby about their ‘different experience levels’. A hugely awkward conversation followed, but the couple appeared to settle things.

In the evening, Gabby went to The Woolpack to celebrate her new business venture. She ordered a bottle of Prosecco as she eagerly waited for Vinny to arrive to meet her. While she was alone at the bar, Tom attempted to chat to Gabby.

He complimented her, admitting he finds her attractive, before mocking her romance with Vinny. Unimpressed by Tom’s comments, Gabby brushed him off. Vinny arrived just in time, with Gabby passionately kissing him in front of everyone at the pub.

Also in tonight’s Emmerdale…

Mandeep told Ella that Liam still thinks about her and quizzed her over rekindling her relationship with him. Ella shot down any possibility of getting back with Liam.Â She and Manpreet later headed on a girls’ night out together.

Read more:Â Tom spies on Belle sleeping â€“ 13 other creepy things heâ€™s doneÂ

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook pageÂ @emmerdaleinsiderÂ for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

20th August 2024
Review of the week: Tom’s shocking revenge, wedding bells, and a secret revealed

Well! There is a lot to say in this week’s Emmerdale review! Because what a week of Emmerdale that was!

Even in such an action-packed week, of course one story stands out: Tom’s evil attempt to hurt Belle by hurting Piper!

It was gasp-out-loud shocking and we are desperately hoping that Piper pulls through.

And that was only a small part of the dramatic events in this week’s Emmerdale. Read on for the rest of our Emmerdale review of the week to find out what we thought.

Paddy and Mandy’s super-quick wedding in our Emmerdale review

After a few hiccups, Paddy and Mandy finally made it to the altar for the second time, 25 years after they first tied the knot. They raced through their vows in record speed so they could get it all done before vicar Charles had to rush off again.

And that was really the theme of the whole thing – speed. Mandy’s money troubles only emerged a couple of weeks ago, she set up her fin-dom alter-ego Madame Diamante Dales last week, and paid off a chunk of her debts almost immediately.

Bear exposed Mandy’s alter-ego! (Credit: ITV)

The truth is out!

But within days, her future father-in-law Bear had found out, given her an ultimatum to stop or he would tell Paddy. Mandy agreed, but Bear set her up, exposed her – in a manner of speaking – and the truth was out.

Paddy decided the wedding was off, but a quick chat with Mandy later and everything was on again.

Our heads were spinning with the speed of it all. But we can’t deny it’s nice to see Paddy and Mandy happy. Let’s just hope it lasts!

Newcomer John has intrigued us (Credit: ITV)

Sugden secrets

Normally a newcomer to the village who’s hiding a secret leaves us cold. But to our own surprise, we’re finding John Sugden rather intriguing!

It’s partly the casting. Oliver Farnworth is bringing hints of both Jack and Robert Sugden to the role, and physically he’s perfect to be a Sugden. (We reserve the right to take all of this back in a future Emmerdale review if John turns out not to be a family member after all!)

Why does John have a dog tag with the name Aidan Moore on it? (Credit: ITV)

More secrets!

Anyway, John’s prickly nature and downright hatred of Mack has won us over (come on, Mack’s very annoying!). And then Victoria found his army dog tag. He said he didn’t want to talk about that part of his life, which is interesting in itself.

But it turned out the dog tag wasn’t even his! Instead it bears the name Aidan Moore. WHO is Aidan? Why does John have his dog tag? We’re definitely invested in this now.

Vinny and Gabby are cute together (Credit: ITV)

Vinny and Gabby

We loved Liv but it’s nice to see Vinny finding some happiness after so much heartache. And who knows, maybe he’ll calm Gabby down a bit. We think this unlikely match could just work.

Poor Piper! (Credit: ITV/Emmerdale Insider)

Tom and Piper

OMG, where to begin with this one?! We still feel a bit sick just thinking about it. Having tormented Belle while she was in Scotland with endless messages, her abusive husband Tom was determined to keep up his harassment when she returned.

First, he bought her a car, which everyone thought was totally lovely – except Belle herself (and Charity, who’s thankfully still suspicious). Belle turned down his gift, but Tom wasn’t finished.

He let himself into the cottage, bringing flowers and a pint of milk for Belle, and acting like everything was normal. He told Belle they should get back together, and when she said no, he wasn’t happy.

Tom tried his old tricks, telling Belle she wasn’t strong enough to make such a big decision. He even threatened to take his own life. It was tough to watch! But Belle stayed strong.

Tom was soon back to his old tricks (Credit: ITV)

More threats

As usual, though, Tom had the upper hand – chillingly watching Belle through his hidden cameras. He could even see her undressing in the bathroom and later watched her sleep FROM INSIDE HER HOUSE. We’re into horror movie territory here!

And that wasn’t even the worst bit. In Friday’s episode, Belle stood up to Tom in public, humiliating him in the pub. And so Tom took terrible revenge.

He drove off in the Mini he’d bought for Belle and saw Piper in the road. Did he stop to make sure she was safe? No. He. Did. Not.

Instead, he put his foot down and accelerated towards the helpless pup.

Did you gasp out loud? We definitely did! Will evil Tom be the hero for saving the pooch’s life, or will he give Belle a shoulder to cry on if Piper doesn’t make it? Either way, it’s not looking good for Belle!

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

Visit our Facebook pageÂ @emmerdaleinsiderÂ for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think!

17th August 2024
Emmerdale tonight: Tom became soap’s worst ever villain when he ran Piper over and Gabby confused us all

Emmerdale tonight could possibly have aired the worst scenes in its history. Tom took his anger out on Piper the dog in a way that has gone beyond anything he’s ever done before. We are shook.

Meanwhile, Gabby gave out confusing signals, but weÂ think she likes Vinny, and Aaron’s pleased for them, so that’s all good.

There was plenty to talk about in Friday August 16 episode of Emmerdale.

Evil is the only word to describe Tom now (Credit: ITV)

Peeping Tom the monster

Let’s talk about Tom first shall we? Actually let’s organise a mob to go and get him and make him suffer.

Just when we thought he couldn’t get any worse than secretly putting cameras in Belle’s house to spy on her getting changed and sleeping, he proved us wrong. He went further than he’s ever been before and he actually hurt Piper.

Belle decided to brave it out and go to Sam’s birthday drinks in the Woolpack. But lo and behold, Tom was there waiting. He tried to play the nice guy, but soon when she rejected him – and his car – again he grabbed her tightly by the wrist and became menacing. Of course, only very quietly so no one could hear him.

But then Belle flipped and shouted at him to leave her alone and get out. Tom stood up and made a big show of giving in to her demands leaving the punters in no doubt about who was in the wrong here.

It soon became clear why Tom had been so adamant about Belle taking the car – he’d put a GPS tracker in it. Of course he had.

But as he was driving it off to sell it on, he came across Piper in the road. He didn’t stop and rescue her, no, no, he put his foot down and drove straight at her.Â He ran Piper over.

HE RAN PIPER OVER. We cannot. We actually cannot deal with him. WHAT. A. MONSTER.

Later he was seen with the dog wrapped in a blanket running to the vets. Belle hurried after him as he promised to do all he could to save Piper’s life.

If that dog does not make it, we swear we will not be responsible for our actions.

Aaron gave his blessing (Credit: ITV)

What does Gabby want?

Gabby was honoured Vinny’s first time was with her, but she just wants to keep it ‘fun’. Vinny seemed unclear what ‘fun’ was – and honestly, she confused us too. Not casual, apparently. So what?

Well certainly not doing things as a couple, because she was very reluctant to attend Sam’s birthday drinks with him. But was more than happy to have round two later on.

Meanwhile, Aaron told Vinny he was happy for him and glad he was moving on and it was all really lovely. As long as Gabby makes her mind up about what she wants, we see no trouble brewing here…

Sarah wants more out of life (Credit: ITV)

Sarah was fed-up in Emmerdale tonight

Charity was furious to find Sarah hungover having slept in a car at the garage. She went mad telling Sarah she knows the risk of boozing. But Sarah is feeling fed-up. And we can’t blame her really – what does she have going on? An apprenticeship at the garage, no real friends and no romantic prospects, it’s not exactly scintillating for an 19-year old, is it?

So Charity promised her a day filled with excitement – and she didn’t mean Sam’s birthday party.

Mandy and Paddy were making their presence felt in Emmerdale tonight

Liam did not get much sleep after Mandy and Paddy’s bedroom Olympics. They ended up back at Liam’s place after Nicola chucked them out of the B&B for being too loud and disturbing the other guests. How classy.

Meanwhile, Liam’s space was well and truly invaded when Mandy announced she was moving in and giving the place a leopard print makeover. And she’s only going to charge him mates’ rates for her interior design skills. Lucky, lucky Liam.

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

Nate tried to make friends with John, who made it clear as well as family, he also doesn’t need friends. Honestly, we’d have stopped bothering ages ago.Â But Victoria and Nate are both still pushing and finally got him to accept a drink in the pub later on. Small victories and all that.

Soon he even challenged Mack to a game of darts, which got fraught when Mack bet Â£100 he’d win. He lost.

Elsewhere, Amelia is fast becoming one of the most unlikeable people in the village. After laying into Noah last week and sticking by Samson, who’s done nothing for her ever apart from reject her and be mean, she laid into Belle tonight.

Without knowing anything at all about the situation, she stuck her nose in where it really wasn’t wanted and gave Belle what for for standing up to Tom. Apparently Belle was too harsh and Tom’s a good guy.

What it’s got to do with her, we really don’t know. But once again, Amelia’s behaviour has left us baffled. Has she ever spoken to Tom? Does she know anything about him? Is she developing a crush – is that where this is going? Maybe if sees what he’s really like, she’ll have the judgemental frown wiped off her face.

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

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16th August 2024
As Tom spies on Belle sleeping, 13 creepy things he’s done – and the absolute worst one of all

Tom King is back to manipulating and trying to control estranged wife Belle Dingle in Emmerdale. Although he’s watched her on cameras before, tonight took things to a whole new level.

Belle has told Tom she needs complete space from him – she doesn’t want to see or hear from him. He agreed and backed off – but we know he’s watching her on his phone on secret cameras he’s installed while she’s been away.

It’s a huge invasion of privacy – at least she knew the others were there. And it means he’s not giving her the space she’s asked for.

But is it the worst thing he’s done? Let’s take a look at the timeline of all the creepy things Tom has done to Belle since their doomed union began second time around.

Tom’s violence reared its head before they married (Credit: ITV)

1. Pushing her into a table

During the big ‘Who killed Craig’ week last year, Belle revealed her alibi was Tom proposing to her. But she had felt like it wasn’t the right time to get engaged and rejected the ring.

However, what viewers saw, but Belle didn’t explain to her family, was that Tom had lashed out at her for rejecting his proposal and pushed her violently into a table. Belle then injured her head, making Tom direct his manipulative behaviour towards her in a bid to make her stay with him.

2. Calling off the wedding

Belle didn’t want to lose the surname Dingle when she got married. Well, who can blame her when it’s such an iconic one?

But Tom wasn’t having that, he needed her to be his and only his and was determined to scrub out her connection to the Dingles once and for all. When he threatened to call off the wedding, Belle agreed to take his name. But we’ll always call her a Dingle!

3. Wedding night rejection

Tom wasn’t impressed by the Dingle celebrations on his big day. He became more frustrated at the reception as he watched them transform the event into pure chaos.

Things were made worse when Ruby stood up in front of everybody ready to make a spectacle. Tom was livid and blamed Belle for her family ruining everything.

Belle then decided to read a letter from her late mum Lisa, left for her on her wedding day. But Tom tried to stop her and accused her of caring more about her family than him. He then demanded that Belle spent the night on the sofa.

Tom’s belittling was horrendous (Credit: ITV)

4. Tom humiliated Belle in Emmerdale

Wanting to give him a sexy surprise, Belle turned up at the vets in nothing but a trench coat. Tom was horrified, rejected and humiliated her and made her feel worthless. He also meddled with her job at Take A Vow, losing her a huge client.

Belle had no idea she was being spied on (Credit: ITV)

5. Tracking her on an app

Tom downloaded an app on his phone which kept track of Belle and her movements. He had her under constant surveillance, but she had no idea.

6. Tom faked a robbery to scare Belle in Emmerdale

When his tracking app proved Belle wasn’t where she said she was, Tom went home and smashed the house up. He then told Belle they’d been robbed and hid her engagement and wedding rings to make her feel even more guilty.

As Belle started to feel unsafe at home as a result of Tom’s lies, he took the opportunity to installÂ a lot of security cameras so now he had a valid excuse for watching her all the time.

Vinny didn’t do it! (Credit: ITV)

7. Isolating Belle from best friend Vinny in Emmerdale

If anyone’s going to spot abuse, it’s Vinny who was abused by did dad, Paul Ashdale. So jealous Tom knew he had to keep them apart at all costs. He kidnapped Piper when she was under Vinny’s care and led Belle to believe it was all Vinny’s fault.

He then attacked Vinny and left him for dead at the Scrap Yard. When Vinny survived, Tom belittled him and made fun of him being a virgin to further push him away.

Things got physical (Credit: ITV)

8. Physical abuse

After a while, Tom’s mental abuse turned physical. He punched Belle in the stomach and held her hand under scalding water. He then gaslighted her into thinking he wasn’t involved in those awful things.

Belle was not ready to have kids (Credit: ITV)

9. Tom forced Belle to get pregnant in Emmerdale

Belle made it very clear she didn’t want a baby at this point, she wasn’t ready and was worried for her mental health. But Tom pushed and pushed and gaslit and eventually she gave in even though she really didn’t want to.

10. Turned everyone on to his side

Throughout all of this, Tom has manipulated everyone into believing Belle is the one with the problem. He told Dr Liam Belle was aggressive and scared him. He faked it that Belle wasn’t taking her medication and he even managed to convince Charity and Cain, Belle’s loving and protective family, he is the victim here.

Poor Piper! (Credit: ITV/Emmerdale Insider)

11. Abused Piper

This had fans up in arms: when Tom drugged Piper the dog to make Belle come home from the mental health unit. Of course Belle rushed back thinking her beloved pooch was dying, but Piper made a miraculous recovery.

Piper was then at the centre of Tom’s plot again when he locked her outside all night in Wales and forbid Belle from tending to her. He then told Belle she should have brought Piper in and it wasn’t fair to have left her out there all that time!

12. Tom locked Belle in in Emmerdale

A number of times, Tom has taken Belle’s keys and locked her in the house. Once a fire started on the stove and she couldn’t get out. But Tom made her believe she’d just misplaced her keys and the door wasn’t even locked.

Belle managed to get away at last (Credit: ITV)

13. The Welsh holiday cottage

Everything that happened during their ‘romantic’ getaway was simply awful. From the way he forced her to make his toast, to locking Piper out and Belle in, to screaming and shouting at her and her cutting her hand. It’s no wonder Belle made a getaway – but how long can she stay away from him for?

So what was Tom’s absolute worst moment?

He’s done so much bad stuff the jury is definitely still out on what was the worst – but the Emmerdale Insider team definitely have their thoughts.

Kaggie Hyland – Editor-in-Chief

“Leaving Piper outside all night at the cottage – well, any and all abuse of the puppy! And Lisa’s ashes – knowing he was destroying something so precious that could never be replaced was so low.”

Carena Crawford – Editor

“The gaslighting and physical abuse of Belle (and Piper) had been tough to watch, but for me it’s locking her in the house. I could feel myself panicking as Belle couldn’t get out.”

Tamzin Meyer – Assistant Soaps Editor

“The worst thing for me was definitely when he drugged poor little, absolutely adorable Piper to make her ill. Those scenes were sickening!”

Kerry Barrett – Freelance Soap Writer

“Even despite Tom’s violence and manipulation up until now, I was really shocked this week when he was watching Belle sleeping on his phone. It seemed like such an invasion of a space where she should feel safe, and she appeared so vulnerable. It made me shiver.”

Joel Harley – Freelance Soap Writer

“The physical abuse – punching her in the stomach after she told him he needs help; holding her hand under scalding hot water – then gaslighting her over it all afterwards.”

Read more: James Chase insists Tom and Belle’s abuse storyline can’t end yet

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15th August 2024
Emmerdale tonight: Mandy and Paddy’s super-speedy wedding and Tom’s latest sinister plot exposed

Emmerdale tonight saw Mandy and Paddy’s big day called off then back on, then nearly called off, then finally on again. They said I do in record speed and pledged this was forever. Let’s all just remember forever equates to a couple of days in Soapland, eh?

Also, Tom’s manipulation tactics did not work on a returning Belle, but he’s not worried because he has something else up his sleeve…

Here’s a recap of everything that happened in Emmerdale on Thursday August 15.

Mandy was not giving up without a fight (Credit: ITV)

Mandy and Paddy’s slapstick wedding day

Paddy decided he couldn’t go ahead with the wedding. So gleeful Bear called everything off before breaking the news to Mandy herself. Mandy was already dressed and sparkling (t0 say the least) ready for her big day, but Bear didn’t care a jot.

As Bear took rather too much pleasure in telling her Paddy had pulled out, Mandy sped off to save her day. She and Paddy talked and she defended herself insisting she keeps her clothes on and wears a mask, so all it is is making money out of being a financial dominatrix.

Paddy wasn’t fussed over how she was making the money, it was the lies. But they soon reconciled, Paddy’s lending her the money to pay her debts and it was a race against time to get the wedding back on.

Now, it depends whether you like slapstick and Mandy-style comedy as to whether you enjoyed the next bit. They raced round the village and then waited at the church. Charles had a funeral so needed to get going and one by one the guests arrived, all having gone back to work and all hilariously (!) asking if they had time to get changed. “No,” everyone shouted in response each time.

But with no sign of Vinny or Bear it looked like they were going to miss the ceremony. They weren’t answering their phones or anywhere to be found. So Mandy raced outside and bellowed: “VINNY” across the Dales. He shouted back and then made it to the wedding. It’s a miracle.

After saying I do at super-top speed, Paddy and Mandy were hitched. “No regrets,” Pads told his new bride. “This time it’s forever.” Which usually means it’ll last about six months then all go wrong.

Tom didn’t get his way (Credit: ITV)

Tom lurked and spied on Belle in Emmerdale tonight

Belle arrived home from Scotland to find Sarah and a Mini waiting for her. Sarah handed over the keys, told Belle it was hers and it was a gift from Tom. Belle refused to accept it.

Before she could barely get in the front door, Tom had let himself in with milk and flowers to welcome her home. Let’s talk about getting back together was his opening gambit. But shocked Belle fought her clear anxiety and told him she didn’t want the car and they weren’t getting back together.

Tom tried to manipulate her and told her her brain couldn’t make those sorts of decisions because she was mentally unstable, but Belle stood firm. She told him no contact, no texts nothing at all. He surprisingly agreed.

Of course we all know why he agreed when he was then seen watching Belle sleeping on his phone. With secret cameras all over the house, there is absolutely no escape for Belle yet. Sigh.

Aw, happiness at last? (Credit: ITV)

Vinny and Gabby got it on

After an awkward encounter in the village, Gabby went home with a bottle of wine for one rather than go to the wedding with Vinny. Vinny turned up to apologise to Gabby for his behaviour last time. They kissed and she led him to the bedroom. Cherry popped.

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

Victoria couldn’t find John, despite her very best stalker efforts. She thought he’d left town. But eventually she found him – once again squaring off with Mack and Aaron at the pub – and they finally agreed on how to proceed. John is going to live in his, apparently stinky, van, but have a shower at Victoria’s and kick a ball around with Harry. That’s that sorted, then.

John also apologised to Sarah, who blackmailed him into buying her a drink.

Elsewhere, Nicola broke down and confided in Bob Angel is staying in prison for longer due to her fight. Bob told her at least she’s getting her child back and then apologised immediately. We mean, he does have a point…

Meanwhile, Charity was desperate to find out why the wedding had been called off originally. She told Mack “It won’t last anyway”, but he insisted they would be having “hot sex” until they were in their 90s.

Charity has also started to suspect Tom again. Her Spidey Senses are tingling apparently – and not from Mack’s hot sex comment. If she could just make up her mind about Tom and stick to it, that would be much easier!

Read more: 5 Reasons Mandy and Paddy’s marriage is already doomed

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15th August 2024