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:
  • Emmerdale spoilers: Tom turns his manipulation to Angelica as his true colours are totally exposed

    Emmerdale spoilers: Tom turns his manipulation to Angelica as his true colours are totally exposed

    In a new Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Tom King turns his manipulation tactics to a different member of his family, as his luck continues to run out.

    Viewers have been desperate for Tom to pay for his crimes for months, and the end is finally in sight.

    The Emmerdale villain spent his relationship with Belle tormenting her – physically and emotionally.

    Recent scenes have shown Tom begin to spiral in front of other people, and after he physically forced Amelia out of the house witnessed by Jimmy and a police officer, his time up?

    He tried to escape the country, but Belle was cleverer than him and he got caught and carted off the jail. Amelia and Jimmy have disowned him and are refusing to see him, so Tom really has lost everything.

    So when he turns his attention to another vulnerable character, has he found a new way to show his power?

    Read below for full Emmerdale spoilers for this storyline.

    Tom looked stressed in the interview room (Credit: ITV)
    Emmerdale spoilers: Tom’s manipulation continues (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Tom manipulates Angelica

    Angelica King has only just returned to the village, after doing time for causing the death of Heath Hope.

    However, she has came back as a slightly different person, as she believes she is evil for what she did.

    So when Tom is arrested, she feels she can relate to him. This leads to her making contact with him while he is in prison.

    Obviously, Tom sees this as his way of getting things to go his way. It doesn’t take too long before Angelica finds herself reeled in and agreeing with his anti-Belle stance.

    Belle also has to pass bad news on to Jimmy and Nicola that Tom has pleaded not guilty – what a shock!

    With Angelica the only family member currently on his side, he tries to keep her team Tom.

    Emmerdale: Angelica King stands by the gravestones
    Angelica is Tom’s next target (Credit: ITV)

    When he convinces her to try and win Jimmy round again, will she do it? And will Jimmy start believing Tom’s lies once again?

    Emmerdale fans are eager for the storyline to close with Belle getting the justice she deserves. And we know the end is coming, but will it be the right outcome?

    Read more: Why Cain and Ruby sleeping together was the worst decision the soap has made

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom still isn’t done scheming and Anthony shared some bad news

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom still isn’t done scheming and Anthony shared some bad news

    Emmerdale tonight saw Tom King vow to keep fighting in his battle against Belle, with him instructing his solicitor to get Amelia back on side.

    Meanwhile, Anthony returned and shared some sad news with his family, but Ruby refused to believe a word of it.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale on Friday November 29.

    Amelia is struggling with what she's put Belle through (Credit: ITV)
    Amelia is struggling with what she’s put Belle through (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Amelia did something stupid

    No, she hasn’t taken Tom back, thank God… The episode opened with Jimmy attempting to scrub the word “scum” from the front door. While Angelica wondered if it was about her, Nicola was quick to insist that it “was done by someone who hates Tom”. So that narrows it down then…

    As Charity and Belle stopped by to say it wasn’t them, Jimmy took the opportunity to apologise to Belle for not seeing through Tom’s lies sooner. Charity said they didn’t blame him. She was soon distracted by Amelia in the distance and followed her to the church.

    Sitting in the church, Charity was quick to realise that Amelia had been the one to spray ‘Scum’ on the door. Amelia said she knew it was stupid as Tom is not even there! Amelia just wanted to do something to make herself feel better as she felt so guilty for what she’d put Belle through by believing all of Tom’s lies.

    Charity reassured Amelia that none of it was her fault, telling her Tom did a number on her – he saw a young, single mum with no family, someone vulnerable who he could use. Amelia agreed, saying: “He was so lovely at first, then I saw the mean side to him and he was so clever at explaining that away.”

    Later, Amelia confessed to Jimmy that she had been behind the graffiti and offered to help clean it off. She also apologised to Belle, who told her she forgave her and that they could all move on.

    Tom's not giving up (Credit: ITV)
    Tom’s not giving up (Credit: ITV)

    Tom continued to plot from behind bars

    In prison, Tom phoned his solicitor mate Ollie and threatened him to keep representing him. “Maybe the police need to know about you…” he snidely told him. He instructed Ollie to keep trying to get hold of Amelia. 

    Later, Ollie visited Tom and informed him that Amelia still won’t answer his calls and they haven’t been able to add her to his approved caller list. Tom was adamant that they had to keep trying though, and said: “Amelia is just upset, so capitalise on that. Say that I’m missing her, I don’t care, say anything. I just need her to be sat in that court supporting her innocent boyfriend, preferably with her daughter.” The twisted mind of Tom…

    Ollie told Tom that he might get a reduced sentence if he pleads guilty, but Tom said he’d do no such thing and he vowed to keep fighting Belle. “It’s me against Belle – and a jury,” he said. “Think about it. My wife is a complete nut-job and she’s just come out of the loony bin. She’s not going to make a good impression on the jury and we’re going to make sure of it.” What has Tom got over Ollie and how long will Tom keep deluding himself for?

    Steph was shocked by her grandad’s news (Credit: ITV)

    Anthony shared some bad news

    Ruby’s dad Anthony recently arrived to a hostile reception from his daughter. He returned in tonight’s episode and informed granddaughter Steph that he had prostate cancer and didn’t know how much longer he had left.

    Steph told him him they’d make the most of every moment, with Anthony agreeing and saying, “now I really must make peace with your mother.”

    However, Ruby was not pleased to see her dad back. After Steph revealed all about the prostate cancer, Ruby responded that she didn’t believe a word of it and walked off.

    Later, Caleb and Steph tried again to encourage Ruby to clear the air with her dad, but she remained reluctant. What has happened between them that Ruby can’t get over?

    Brenda is excited about the wedding (Credit: ITV)

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight

    Eric continued to play dangerously

    Following the engagement party, Brenda confirmed that her and Eric’s wedding will be taking place in January. She revealed that Eric is being super generous – wedding of her dreams followed by a round the world cruise. 

    Following the revelation that Eric had invested his money in cryptocurrency, Leyla encouraged him to quit while he was ahead. However, later, he phoned “Mikey” and asked for a short term loan, using his property as collateral. Uh oh, this one isn’t going to end well.

    Chas got the sharp end of Ella's tongue (Credit: ITV)
    Chas got the sharp end of Ella’s tongue (Credit: ITV)

    Ella didn’t hold back

    Meanwhile, Chas and Ella met up. Chas informed Ella that her and Liam were going to go public with their relationship. Ella was angry as she told Chas that she would miss sneaking around. “It’s what you do best, secret affairs, you love it,” she said. She then went on to say: “You’ve got form as long as your arm, which means you’ll probably get bored of Liam and cheat on him too. I hope he breaks your heart first, if you’ve even got one.” Don’t hold back, Ella…

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

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  • Emmerdale fans rejoice as Tom King is taken down in a ‘really great’ plot twist: ‘Best episode in a long time’

    Emmerdale fans rejoice as Tom King is taken down in a ‘really great’ plot twist: ‘Best episode in a long time’

    It finally happened. Despite thinking he could run away, Emmerdale’s Tom King was stopped and arrested by DS Foy last night – in what some fans are calling the ‘best episode in a long time’.

    Fans have been desperate for Belle to get the justice she deserved. And after Emmerdale released a trailer for this week’s episodes, many hoped it was a sign the end was in sight.

    Earlier this week, Belle was given the good news that Tom was charged for his crimes. But knowing her scheming husband, she knew he would be up to something, and that he wasn’t going to go down without a fight.

    Belle and Tom have one more showdown as he plans to flee
    Emmerdale Tom King was finally outsmarted by Belle (Credit: ITV)

    Released on bail, Tom thought he could continue to manipulate Jimmy into letting him live there, but even his uncle had caught on to the man he really is. And after a long conversation with Belle, Jimmy knew he couldn’t let Tom back in his life.

    With everybody turning their back on him, Tom decided he had to flee the village. After giving Amelia false information regarding where he was going, Tom set off.

    But the Emmerdale villain couldn’t resist having another attempt at terrorising Belle when he spotted her on the street – and this proved to be his downfall.

    Belle acted like she was letting him go, but in reality she slotted her own phone in his belongings, meaning he was now trackable.

    Tom was then caught by DS Foy right before he got the chance of escaping, and Emmerdale fans are over the moon with the plot twist.

    Tom is arrested - Emmerdale
    Belle managed to trick Tom leading to his arrest (Credit: ITV)

    Fans react to Emmerdale Tom King’s arrest

    Viewers took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the ending of the episode.

    One fan praised: “So happy Belle finally outsmarted Tom. She’s going to get the outcome she deserves.”

    Another wrote: “That was the best episode of Emmerdale in a long time. Congratulations to all involved.”

    “This plot twist is amazing. Belle is a legend for confronting Tom and putting her phone in his bag. Really glad everyone has found out how vile he really is,” a third penned.

    A viewer expressed how happy they were that their theory was wrong. “I honestly thought he was going to force her into the car, pretend he was going to the police station but really take her somewhere else. I’m so glad it happened the way it did. Such a great twist.”

    As Tom is finally behind bars, there’s still a chance he isn’t gone yet. As Belle said herself, she can’t see him ever pleading guilty.

    Will Tom be back on our screens? Will he do the right thing and plead guilty?

    Read more: Six Emmerdale characters who should have left the village by now

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  • 4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Anthony’s back, Eric’s taking risks and will we see Tom again?

    4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Anthony’s back, Eric’s taking risks and will we see Tom again?

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Anthony is back with some huge news, and Eric continues to make risky decisions.

    Recently Emmerdale welcomed two new members into the Fox-Miligan family; Anthony and Steph. Ruby may have wanted her daughter to stick around, but she was more than happy to get her dad to leave the village.

    But tonight sees Anthony return, and he brings some huge news.

    Also in tonight’s episode, the question remains; will we see Tom again? Last night (November 28) the villain finally got his comeuppance as a smart plot twist saw Belle use her phone tracker to take him down.

    Find all of this and more below for Emmerdale spoilers for tonight.

    Anthony devastates Steph with his news (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers 1. Anthony’s back

    Despite Ruby telling everyone how much she does not want her father in her life, Anthony returns to the Dales.

    But this time, he brings the news of his cancer diagnosis, leaving Steph stunned and devastated.

    After assuring him he has her support, Steph hopes the news will help mend the fracture in their family. But when Ruby finds out, is she willing to put the past behind them?

    We know her strained relationship with him comes from when he tried to force her to get a termination. And with fans theorising that something more sinister happened in her childhood, is there more to the story?

    Even after the engagement party, Eric continues to take risks with his money. (Credit: ITV)

    2. Eric continues to take risks

    Last night viewers discovered just exactly why Eric suddenly has no issues with spending huge amounts of money.

    As he surprised Brenda with tickets for a honeymoon cruise, many of those closest to him began to get suspicious – not Brenda, she just wanted to know if Jane McDonald would be there.

    After revealing to Leyla that he has invested all of his savings into cryptocurrency, it looks like his risks are just set to continue.

    Leyla tried to warn him it may be a scam, but Eric being Eric wasn’t having any of it, and was adamant it will eventually result in a big pay-out.

    But as his risks continue, will Eric ever tell Brenda?

    They may have been caught, but Chas continues to be resolute. (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers 3. Chas remains determined

    The truth came out to Ella last night about Chas and Liam’s relationship. Even though the couple had decided it was time to tell them, Ella’s stalking skills meant she managed to work it out first.

    So now, Chas and Liam don’t have to hide their relationship, which should be a positive thing for them.

    But with Ella’s history and fan theories suggesting she may take revenge, will their happy story last?

    Tom is arrested - Emmerdale
    Belle managed to trick Tom leading to his arrest (Credit: ITV)

    4. Will Tom be back?

    He was convinced he was getting away, but Tom couldn’t help but try to terrorise Belle Dingle one last time before he ran, and that proved to be his downfall.

    Tricking him into thinking she was letting him go, Belle actually slipped her phone in his things, which meant he could now be tracked.

    As he was in the queue, about to board his new life, DS Foy arrived and arrested him.

    But while this means he is behind bars, Tom is not the sort of person to go down without fighting, so could he make another appearance?

    Read more: Why are these six Emmerdale characters still here?

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom thought he’d got away with it – until Belle took her revenge!

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom thought he’d got away with it – until Belle took her revenge!

    Emmerdale tonight saw Tom King’s escape plain foiled as Belle and DS Foy brought him down. But is it for good?

    Meanwhile, Jimmy and Amelia both realised the error of their ways – about time – and Pollard’s secret was exposed.

    Here’s everything that happened in a very eventful Emmerdale on Thursday November 28.

    Tom was brought to justice in Emmerdale tonight

    At last Jimmy knows what Tom is (Credit: ITV)
    At last Jimmy knows what Tom is (Credit: ITV)

    Jimmy saw Tom for what he is

    Jimmy was struggling with understanding what had happened and still couldn’t quite believe Tom was guilty. But he soon realised he had to apologise to Belle.

    Tom then arrived home and insisted he was prepared to fight Belle to clear his name. Jimmy asked him to just be honest if he wanted them to stay on his side. But of course Tom couldn’t stop lying.

    Jimmy finally realised who Tom was and told him to pack his bags. Jimmy then went to see Belle. He apologised and told her he was ashamed of himself for not believing her.

    Tom tried again and again and again to get Jimmy back on side, but Jimmy had finally seen the light. He told Tom he ‘disgusts’ him and once again threw him out. So Tom reverted back to his old tactic of pretending he was going to kill himself. But Jimmy saw through it straightaway and insisted it was over.

    Tom lost it then and laid into Jimmy about being weak and stupid, he even said his dad Carl had thought the same. Jimmy told him: “You really are a chip off the old block”, referring to Carl King and his many, many crimes, his weakness, his bullying and his abusive nature.

    Tom's lies aren't washing so he decided to leave (Credit: ITV)
    Tom’s lies aren’t washing so he decided to leave (Credit: ITV)

    Tom plotted to flee

    Meanwhile, Amelia went to visit Tom and wanted answers over him being charged. But Tom wasn’t in any mood to talk and manipulate, he just wanted her gone. Tom then called Ollie and told him it was “time for plan B” – plan B was running away to Saudi Arabia.

    Tom then told Amelia he wanted her and Esther to join him in Saudi Arabia once he was settled. Although she agreed, said she believed him and offered to help him get away, something in Amelia’s manner had changed – had she finally seen the light?

    Tom stole Kerry’s car so he wouldn’t be tracked and told Amelia he was heading to the airport. She let him leave. But then she went to the Woolpack and told everyone Tom had done a runner.

    Cain and Charity raced to stop him, but it turned out he had tricked Amelia to cover his back.

    Belle did not give Tom what he wanted (Credit: ITV)
    Belle did not give Tom what he wanted (Credit: ITV)

    Tom and Belle – the final showdown

    As he was driving along, Tom saw Belle walking and couldn’t resist pulling over. He told her she’d never get justice as he was running away – but one day he was coming back to make her pay. As she stood up to him, he couldn’t control himself and aggressively slammed her against the car.

    Their confrontation saw Belle take none of his abuse as he tried even more to manipulate her. Belle had all the power as Tom told her: “Someone’s found her voice” – and it’s not before time.

    It was Belle who walked away as Tom screamed after her that he loved her. But she just kept on walking. Yes, Belle.

    And just like that Tom was caught (Credit: ITV)
    And just like that Tom was caught (Credit: ITV)

    DS Foy to the rescue again in Emmerdale tonight

    Meanwhile, Cain and Charity realised Tom had conned everyone. At the same time he was meeting with Ollie who’d got him a fake passport and called him a cab to get him to a ferry.

    Tom’s smug smile as he thought he’d got away with it was soon wiped off his face when DS Foy arrived at the ferry port!

    It turned out during their confrontation Belle had slipped her phone into his bag. She gave the details to the police who tracked the device and rushed to catch him.

    Tom tried to run, he screamed, he fought, he kicked, but there was no escaping justice. At last.

    Ella was distraught by the lies Chas and Liam had told (Credit: ITV)
    Upset Ella couldn’t believe the lies Chas and Liam had told (Credit: ITV)

    Ella caught Chas and Liam out in Emmerdale tonight

    Ella was clearly growing suspicious of Chas and Liam and was making things very uncomfortable for them. She dug for dirt with Mandy and found out Chas isn’t a fan of girl code, making her even more sure of what she thought she knew.

    Chas soon told Liam they had to come clean to Ella, but they decided to spend lunchtime having a quickie instead of confronting the situation there and then. And Ella was determined to catch them out.

    She burst into Liam’s and confronted him, forcing them to tell her the truth – or rather reveal it in scantily clad clothes. Ella launched into them both for lying and cheating and treating her like “muck”. Not strictly fair, but still. The truth is out now.

    Eric is lying to everyone about his windfall (Credit: ITV)
    Eric is lying to everyone about his windfall (Credit: ITV)

    Pollard in peril in Emmerdale tonight

    Pollard was pulling out all the stops for the engagement party and Leyla was excited. The bash then got underway at the Hide and Eric made a speech, surprising Brenda with a first class round the world cruise for their honeymoon.

    As everyone speculated why Eric was suddenly splashing the cash when he has a reputation for being tight, Leyla noticed Pollard was not quite right. She followed him home and he confessed he’d invested everything – his entire savings – in cryptocurrency and his account was empty.

    A quick call to the helpline saw Eric’s mood pick up, despite Leyla’s concerns he was being scammed. But later he made a huge gamble when he decided to invest some of Brenda’s cash as well. This will all end in tears, mark our words.

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

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  • Has Tom left Emmerdale for good despite his escape failing? Here’s what happens next

    Has Tom left Emmerdale for good despite his escape failing? Here’s what happens next

    It all came crashing down for Tom King in tonight’s Emmerdale as he was captured while trying to flee the country. The walls were closing in and Tom knew the evidence was against him, so decided to leave – only for Belle and DS Foy to team up and bring him to justice – and hopefully, to jail.

    But is this the last we will see of Tom in Emmerdale now he is behind bars? He’s broken his bail, so we can’t see him getting it again any time soon seeing as he is a proven flight risk. So what now – will he just disappear off-screen?

    Not likely!

    Tom's lies aren't washing so he decided to leave (Credit: ITV)
    Tom’s lies aren’t washing so he decided to leave (Credit: ITV)

    What happened to Tom in Emmerdale tonight

    After being arrested and charged on Wednesday November 27, Tom arrived back from the police station tonight (Thursday November 28) shouting and raving about how he was innocent.

    But this time, uncle Jimmy did not believe him. He kicked Tom out and despite Tom attempting several forms of manipulation including framing Belle, emotional blackmail and finally rage, Jimmy stood firm.

    So Tom decided to resort to Plan B – escaping the country to Saudi Arabia with the help of his solicitor mate, Ollie. He asked for Amelia’s help in getting away, stole Kerry’s car and confidently drove off.

    However he made a huge mistake when he couldn’t help but stop to taunt Belle.

    Belle did not give Tom what he wanted (Credit: ITV)
    Belle did not give Tom what he wanted (Credit: ITV)

    Tom and Belle had a final showdown

    He brazenly admitted he was running away and laughed that she would never get justice. But Belle Dingle was too smart to let him manipulate her. As he commented she had “found her voice” she said she’d just “had enough”.

    He tried being aggressive, but she still didn’t give in. Eventually she walked away. He shouted he loved her, but she didn’t turn back.

    Tom then got himself a fake passport, headed to the ferry terminal and waited to board a vessel to Rotterdam. However what he didn’t know was that during their confrontation Belle had slipped her phone into his bag. She gave the details to the police who tracked the device and rushed to catch him.

    Tom’s smug smile as he thought he’d got away with it was soon wiped off his face when DS Foy arrived at the ferry port!

    Tom tried to run, he screamed, he fought, he kicked, but there was no escaping justice and he was arrested for breaking his bail and carted away.

    Belle Dingle
    Belle’s ordeal is coming to an end (Credit: ITV)

    Has Tom left Emmerdale for good?

    Well, the short answer is no. But don’t worry, we don’t have to wait too long for the final chapter of this story.

    Earlier this month, Emmerdale confirmed a special hour-long episode to air in December. It will highlight the real-life voices of domestic abuse victims and survivors.

    And with the special episode, the stage will be set for Belle’s harrowing storyline to reach its conclusion.

    “When we first embarked on this journey we knew we wanted to show domestic abuse, coercive control and manipulation in all its guises,” said Emmerdale Producer Laura Shaw.

    “We knew from the outset that Belle would need some sort of closure on Tom and we know our Emmerdale audience always look forward to our villains getting their comeuppance. We don’t want to spoil the outcome of this story and reveal what will happen to Tom, but needless to say, Belle’s going to be in a much better place by this Christmas.”

    Emmerdale has worked closely with New Beginnings Peer Support – a domestic abuse charity.

    “When Emmerdale explained they hoped to include the real life testimonies of domestic abuse victims and survivors within these scenes we knew it would be the truest way for them to authentically close this storyline,” explained Lindsay Oliver, the CEO of the charity. “We hope these final episodes will continue to raise awareness about domestic abuse, controlling relationships and the fact there is help out there.”

    When does Tom’s final episode air?

    There’s a few weeks to wait before we finally see the end of Tom King. Emmerdale has not confirmed an exact date. However, speculation suggests it will all conclude on Thursday December 19. And when it comes, it’s set to be brilliant.

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

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  • DS Foy must become a permanent character – and get with Ella, Emmerdale fans demand

    DS Foy must become a permanent character – and get with Ella, Emmerdale fans demand

    Emmerdale detective DS Foy has become our hero in recent weeks as he fought to bring Tom King to justice. And finally it looks like he’s done it. Phew!

    It was clear he believed Belle’s domestic abuse allegations from the start and he has fought her corner the whole way. Even as Tom tried to manipulate him, it became obvious that wasn’t going to work.

    All hail DS Foy!

    In fact, fans are so impressed with him they have demanded from the start he becomes a permanent character. And some are even coming up with romance storylines for him – with child killer, Ella Forster! A copper and a killer? That’s an interesting mix!

    Detective Foy delivered excellent news to Belle (Credit: ITV)
    Detective Foy delivered excellent news to Belle (Credit: ITV)

    Detective Foy in Emmerdale

    As soon as he heard rumours that Belle had been abused by Tom it was obvious DS Foy felt there was some truth in it. Last month he gently questioned Belle over her involvement in Tom’s axe attack and even though it was clear she was lying, he could see a frightened woman and didn’t probe too hard.

    After doing a deal with Belle that he wouldn’t tell the police the truth, Tom then told DS Foy he was mugged with a very elaborate story about the horrors he had been through. But at the same time, Belle had double-crossed him and handed herself into the cop shop. She’d dug up the axe and revealed herself to be the victim of domestic abuse.

    DS Foy arrested Tom for coercive and controlling behaviour. Although Tom insisted Belle was the abusive one and her mental health was the problem. But it was very clear to viewers DS Foy did not believe a word Tom was saying.

    As Tom continued to try and outwit the police, he attempted to destroy incriminating footage of him spying on Belle. But Foy and his team recovered it and announced on Wednesday (November 27) they had enough to charge Tom. At last!

    And tonight (Thursday November 28) Foy will be the hero again when Tom tries to avoid justice.

    DS Foy in Emmerdale brought Tom to justice (Credit: ITV)
    DS Foy in Emmerdale brought Tom to justice (Credit: ITV)

    Fans love Foy!

    DS Foy was a big hit with fans last time round – and it’s fair to say he still is!

    “Please, Emmerdale, keep Detective Foy,” begged one fan on social media. Another agreed: “DS Foy needs to be a regular character!” Athird added: “Now, how can we get Foy written into every storyline forever?”

    Others speculated on a possible romantic connection if he does stick around.

    “Can we have Ds Foy as a love interest for someone?” asked one. Someone else said: “Whoever in the village gets to [bleep] DS Foy is a lucky [bleep]!!”

    A third suggested: “Det Ella on the case. Get it on with silver fox Det Foy!” referring to Ella’s ‘investigation’ into whether Liam is sleeping with Chas.

    A fourth said: “Make him a regular! Have him marry Leyla!” which might be a bit impossible, given she’s rumoured to be leaving…

    Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list for 2024 – who’s who in the village

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  • Tom is charged by DS Foy but is this really the end of him? Here’s what happens next

    Tom is charged by DS Foy but is this really the end of him? Here’s what happens next

    They took their time, but the Emmerdale police have finally recovered the video footage from Tom King‘s tablet that proves he’s been abusing wife Belle Dingle. Hallelujah!

    Tom was charged with coercive controlling behaviour and assault against Belle. No doubt fans of the soap will be delighted Tom’s reign of terror has finally come to an end. Or has it? Is this really the last we’ll see of him? Knowing Tom King, is he actually likely to go down without a fight?

    Amelia was terrified as Tom aggressively dragged her outside (Credit: ITV)
    Amelia was terrified as Tom aggressively dragged her outside (Credit: ITV)

    What happened to Tom in Emmerdale tonight?

    Tom’s creepy behaviour reached new heights on Tuesday November 26 when he snuck into the house, stole Belle’s top and then gifted it to Amelia. However tonight, he was not happy to see Amelia wearing the top – obviously worried he was about to be caught out.

    He hit out and told her it wasn’t a work outfit and she was to go home and change. But before she could, Belle arrived and saw Amelia in the jumper. She realised what Tom had done and rushed off.

    Amelia then went to see Tom and nervously questioned him about where the top came from. He went mad, grabbed her forcefully by the arm and dragged her out of the house. Amelia shouted he was hurting her and the whole thing was witnessed by Jimmy – and DS Foy! YES!

    Tom was hauled down the station and advised to contact his solicitor. The police had finally recovered the footage from Tom’s tablet – they have proof he’s been watching Belle. Tom tried to talk his way out of it, but it was to no avail. DS Foy later arrived at the pub and told Belle her husband had been charged. And as well as that, she is not being pursued for axing him in the back.

    It’s win, win all round – or is it? Because we know Tom, and we know he won’t stop fighting…

    Tom thought he was going to get away with it (Credit: ITV)
    Tom thought he was going to get away with it (Credit: ITV)

    Has Tom left Emmerdale?

    It has been said actor James Chase, who plays Tom, is leaving at Christmas. Earlier this year he revealed to Entertainment Daily that he always knew Tom has a “shelf life”.

    He said: “He can’t get away with it. [Belle] needs justice for what happened to her and I think also the viewer needs that. From all the hell we’ve seen Belle get put through, we have to see her win in the end or at the very least, for him to lose.”

    James continued to say Tom needs to go to “prison at least”.

    And now he has been arrested and charged, is that it?

    There's more to come for Belle (Credit: ITV)
    There’s more to come for Belle (Credit: ITV)

    What happens next? It’s not over…

    Emmerdale released a trailer last week of what’s to come this week as Tom faces justice. And there are scenes shown in that that we have yet to see on screen – pretty scary ones at that.

    Tom was shown pushing Belle against a car as he shouts at her: “You always have to take things too far.” Meanwhile, a worried Cain and Charity were seen in a car rushing to the rescue. With the walls closing in, what will Tom do?

    So it’s safe to say, this is not the end of Tom – yet.

    Emmerdale has confirmed it will be a happier Christmas for Belle, so we know it’s over soon. But has Tom saved the worst for last? Just what will he do? And what will happen to him?

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

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: DS Foy was the hero of the hour as Tom was finally charged!

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: DS Foy was the hero of the hour as Tom was finally charged!

    Emmerdale tonight saw Tom King brought to justice as he was charged by DS Foy for his treatment of Belle. Not only that but the case against Belle has been dropped.

    Colour us relieved. But is it really over?

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale on Wednesday November 27.

    Tom’s reign of terror seemingly came to an end in Emmerdale tonight

    Belle knew it was her top, but Amelia seemed confused (Credit: ITV)
    Belle knew it was her top, but Amelia seemed confused (Credit: ITV)

    Belle was convinced Tom had won

    Unable to sleep and worried about Tom’s ongoing presence, Belle visited Zak’s grave. She knew Tom was stalking her again, but she couldn’t prove it. Belle is sure the police are not on her side.

    Meanwhile, Amelia gave Tom a haircut and he was all over her. However he was not happy to see she was wearing the top he ‘bought’ her. He told her it wasn’t a work outfit and she was to go home and change. Kerry interrupted however with a chewing-gum-in-hair emergency. She also overheard Tom’s tantrum and warned Amelia once again against Tom.

    Belle then arrived and saw Amelia in the top. She realised what Tom had done and rushed off.

    Amelia was terrified as Tom aggressively dragged her outside (Credit: ITV)
    Amelia was terrified as Tom aggressively dragged her outside (Credit: ITV)

    Tom lashed out – and was taken to the station

    Amelia went to see Tom and nervously told him what Belle had said about the top going missing. He went mad and Amelia immediately backtracked. Tom grabbed her by the arm and dragged her out of the house. Amelia cried he was hurting her and the whole thing was witnessed by Jimmy – and DS Foy! YES!

    Tom was hauled down the station and advised to contact his solicitor. The police have footage from Tom’s tablet at last – they have proof he’s been watching her. Tom’s solicitor advised him not to say anything, but his arrogance was such that he felt he could talk his way out of this one as well.

    Back at the cafe, Jimmy was concerned, he tried to get info out of Belle who was shocked to hear Tom had been taken away by the police.

    Belle was overwhelmed by the news the police believed her (Credit: ITV)
    Belle was overwhelmed by the news the police believed her (Credit: ITV)

    Tom charged!

    And it seemed Tom’s rage still didn’t convince Amelia Belle was telling the truth. She still defended him to Kerry. But then she broke down and told Kerry what had happened with the top. She later arrived at the Woolpack with the jumper, just in time for another important arrival…

    At the pub, DS Foy arrived to talk to Belle and told her the forensics team has retrieved the files and Tom King has been charged with coercive controlling behaviour and assault against her. And the police are not proceeding with any case against Belle for axing him.

    This is great news, but is it really all over? Is that the last we are going to see of Tom?

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Pollard’s plans concerned Brenda

    Pollard is still worrying Brenda with his speedy wedding plans and engagement party for tomorrow. Leyla could only get the Hide at such short notice, but Eric wasn’t impressed and wanted to spoil her. As Brenda started to ask more questions, Eric fobbed her off and sent her shopping.

    Are relations between Steph and Ruby thawing? (Credit: ITV)
    Are relations between Steph and Ruby thawing? (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby tried again with Steph

    Ruby was still struggling and Chas offered counsel over family troubles. She used her own problems with Aaron to encourage Ruby not to give up on Steph.

    Ruby then went home and shared a drink with Steph. But once again it turned into an argument and Steph stalked off. Ruby managed to persuade her to stay.

    Ella's determined to catch Liam out - and her behaviour is becoming obsessive (Credit: ITV)
    Ella’s determined to catch Liam out – and her behaviour is becoming obsessive (Credit: ITV)

    Ella was on to Chas and Liam in Emmerdale tonight

    Liam was trying to leave the surgery, but Ella booked him a last-minute appointment. However, he dashed off and just as he and Chas were ripping each other’s clothes off, John burst in and caught them! He quickly made his exit and even stalled Ella on their behalf. Liam then snuck out and asked John to keep their secret. John agreed, but insisted they had to tell the truth to Ella and Aaron.

    Liam then lied to Ella about where he’d been and she checked up on him by phoning the patient he lied about. Busted Liam.

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

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  • 4 Fresh plot holes in Tom King’s story from last night’s episode: ‘How did she not see him?’

    4 Fresh plot holes in Tom King’s story from last night’s episode: ‘How did she not see him?’

    Tom King’s reign of terror over Belle is coming to an end soon. For months fans of Emmerdale have watched as he abused his wife, angry that he got away with it for so long.

    While Emmerdale bosses openly admitted they wanted the storyline to represent real life, and were going to make sure it was played out accurately, viewers couldn’t help but notice some plot holes – especially in last night’s episode of the soap.

    During the episode (Tuesday November 26), Belle returned home, finally feeling like she was in a better place to tackle what’s to come.

    But that didn’t last long as Tom snuck into her house whilst she was upstairs having a self-care day, and stole her top.

    However, the fact he managed to even get into the house without anyone seeing is something Emmerdale fans don’t understand.

    Here are some fresh plot holes from Emmerdale’s Tom King storyline, all from last night’s episode.

    Emmerdale: Tom plotholes in last night’s episode

    Emmerdale Tom was not spotted by Belle when she came downstairs. (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale Tom plot holes 1. Belle left the door unlocked

    Belle decided to stay at home, to ease herself back into village life. But after she made it clear to her family that she was still scared of Tom, fans are confused as to why she never locked the door.

    Fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their confusion.

    One wrote: “Surely if Belle was going to be home alone she would have locked her doors? She knows what he is capable of.”

    Another added: “How come none of her family told her to lock the doors or stayed with her? Tom’s still around.”

    “Belle is so worried about Tom that she didn’t lock her doors. No-one seems to lock their doors”, a third penned.

    2. Tom broke in during daylight

    Emmerdale village has a lot of residents, and it’s a fairly small area. Usually someone would be walking around outside. So, how exactly was Tom able to sneak into the Jacob’s Fold cottage without being seen?

    The position of the cottage is also quite close to the shop and the mechanics – so was nobody at any of these places?

    One fan wrote: “Again, nobody can see invisible Tom. He can walk right in without anyone noticing.”

    Another penned: “Tom entered the house in broad daylight. He wasn’t seen by any of the nosey villagers who are usually hovering around outside. That doesn’t make sense.”

    “Invisible Tom is back. He can walk into any house in the village without anyone seeing him”, a third fan commented.

    3. Belle didn’t spot Tom

    Belle came back downstairs to grab some of her clothes from her suitcase. But she failed to spot Tom who was standing beside the door, very close to her.

    Fans don’t believe this made sense at all, as it would have been very easy to spot him.

    One wrote: “How did Belle not see Tom? He is standing right there.”

    Another joked: “I think Belle might need to go to Specsavers. How did she miss him?”

    Tom snuck into Belle’s house in broad daylight without being spotted. (Credit: ITV)

    4. Amelia had no suspicions about the top

    Tom’s level of creepy went up another scale last night. He stole Belle’s top and gave it to Amelia as a present. From the looks of it, he is trying to recreate Belle using Amelia.

    But, Amelia had no queries about the top she received. With no tag, receipt or label, she just accepted her gift. But viewers agree this doesn’t make sense.

    An Emmerdale viewer wrote: “How does Amelia not see the top wasn’t new? It had no tags on it. Does she think does he’s shopping for her at charity shops?”

    “So Amelia just takes the top off Tom that is unwrapped with no bag or receipt. It most definitely doesn’t smell like a new top. This is really ridiculous now,” another annoyed fan posted.

    Read more: 11 Emmerdale spoilers for next week

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