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:
  • 12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Belle spirals, Ruby is rattled by a revelation and Nicola starts to see the truth

    12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Belle spirals, Ruby is rattled by a revelation and Nicola starts to see the truth

    Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal Belle is struggling with the pressure she’s under and she makes a huge mistake when she breaks her bail conditions. But as she is threatened with arrest, will she reveal how bad things have got?

    Also, Ruby learns something devastating when her mum’s will is read, and Nicola starts to see how afraid Carl is.

    All this and more in these 12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week.

    Helen’s will is read in Emmerdale spoilers

    Ruby is surprised by what she finds out in Emmerdale spoilers (Credit: ITV)
    Ruby is surprised by what she finds out (Credit: ITV)

    1. Ruby discovers a family secret

    As Ruby prepares for the reading of her mum’s will, Caleb is meanwhile terrified his secret will be exposed. When Ruby reacts with shock to one of the documents, Caleb takes a deep breath, sure he’s been found out.

    But things take a turn when it is revealed Helen was secretly in touch with Ruby and Caleb’s daughter, Steph.

    Chas is a shoulder for upset Ruby (Credit: ITV)
    Chas is a shoulder for upset Ruby (Credit: ITV)

    2. Ruby confides in Chas

    Feeling alone and vulnerable, Ruby turns to Chas. She confesses she is grateful for the link Caleb is providing her to the Dingles given she has no one in her life from her own family.

    Has Caleb got away with deceiving Ruby in Emmerdale? (Credit: ITV)
    Has Caleb got away with deceiving Ruby? (Credit: ITV)

    3. Caleb is relieved

    Breathing a sigh of relief, Caleb thinks his secret is safe once the will reading has finished. But how much longer can he keep his £100k secret from Ruby?

    Belle is struggling in Emmerdale spoilers

    Belle is distressed by Mandy's news (Credit: ITV)
    Belle is distressed by Mandy’s news (Credit: ITV)

    4. A revelation upsets Belle

    Mandy accidentally reveals that Cain had told Zak about Tom’s abuse. Belle is very upset and soon struggles to cope with the news they were talking behind her back.

    Lydia are Sam worry as Belle is convinced Tom sent the flowers (Credit: ITV)
    Lydia are Sam worry as Belle is convinced Tom sent the flowers (Credit: ITV)

    5. Is Tom taunting Belle?

    A bunch of condolence flowers arrive at the Dingles’ without a note. Belle loses it and thinks they undoubtedly must be from Tom, taunting her over her dad’s death. She breaks her bail conditions when she then confronts Tom over the blooms.

    DS Foy warns Belle of the trouble she could be in in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
    DS Foy warns Belle of the trouble she could be in (Credit: ITV)

    6. Belle arrested in Emmerdale spoilers

    Things get worse for Belle as DS Foy arrives and consequently arrests her for confronting Tom. He warns her if she goes near him again, she’ll be going to prison, but will Belle listen?

    7. The extent of Belle’s mental state is revealed

    Although she is putting on a good front, once alone, Belle’s head is obviously full of voices. But she can’t hear the voice of her dad’s calming tones coming through, which distresses her more.

    As Lydia and Sam realise how bad things have got, Belle hits her lowest point. Can anyone help her?

    Moira’s operation is imminent in Emmerdale spoilers

    Moira and Cain are worried about the future (Credit: ITV)
    Moira and Cain are worried about the future (Credit: ITV)

    8. Moira gets a date

    A new date comes through for Moira’s brain tumour operation. Her relief at the surgery coming soon is quickly replaced by worry over how big this is and whether she’ll make it through.

    Will Vanessa agree to Moira's request in Emmerdale? (Credit: ITV)
    Will Vanessa agree to Moira’s request? (Credit: ITV)

    9. Moira asks Vanessa a favour

    Following the news of her op, Moira turns to her friend Vanessa. She then asks Vanessa for a big favour. What is it? And will Vanessa agree?

    John tries to help Billy in Emmerdale spoilers

    Billy is determined to fight again, but John's not sure (Credit: ITV)
    Billy is determined to fight again, but John’s not sure (Credit: ITV)

    10. Mack and John help Billy

    Mackenzie is shocked to discover Billy is training for another unlicensed fight. But Billy is determined to prove he’s not a useless dad who can’t provide for his wife and kids.

    John steps in to help, resulting in a coaching session to improve Billy’s defence. However John doesn’t think Billy is in any fit state to fight and asks for Aaron’s help to persuade him. But will Billy listen to reason?

    Also in Emmerdale spoilers next week

    11. Nicola senses something isn’t right

    At last Nicola can see Carl is afraid of Tom. However what will she do about it? And will she get to the bottom of why?

    Will Jimmy and Caleb's deal go through in Emmerdale? (Credit: ITV)
    Will Jimmy and Caleb’s deal go through? (Credit: ITV)

    12. Jimmy and Caleb do business

    Caleb is gleeful as Jimmy prepares to sign over the haulage yard to him. But will it all go to plan?

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  • Spoilers: Belle breaks her bail conditions as she starts to hear voices again

    Spoilers: Belle breaks her bail conditions as she starts to hear voices again

    As she starts to hear voices again, a tormented Belle Dingle breaks her bail conditions in Emmerdale spoilers for next week. Belle’s mental health takes a turn for the worse in the wake of dad Zak’s death.

    And the revelation that Cain had told Zak about Tom’s abuse causes her even more torment, spiralling out of control as she confronts Tom.

    But how far will Belle go?

    Belle looks pained as she talks to Mandy on Emmerdale
    Mandy has some disturbing news for Belle (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Belle’s mental health takes a turn

    Belle grows deeply upset when Mandy accidentally lets slip that Cain had told Zak about Tom’s abuse. She struggles with the knowledge that Cain and Zak had discussed the situation behind her back.

    Then, when a bunch of condolence flowers arrive without a note, Belle panics, fearing that Tom is up to his old tricks again. Belle’s spiralling mental state leaves Lydia and Sam increasingly concerned – especially when she breaks bail conditions to confront Tom.

    Belle argues with Lydia while holding a bouquet of flowers on Emmerdale
    Belle is convinced that Tom is up to his old tricks again (Credit: ITV)

    The police issue Belle a stark warning

    Belle feels bereft when DS Foy turns up to arrest her for breaking her bail conditions. In the police interview room, she is horrified when the police warn her that if she contacts Tom again, she’ll be going to prison.

    Back home, Belle appears normal while she fights her demons inside. The next day, Lydia grows concerned that poor Belle may not be coping at all.

    The police talk to a stressed-looking Belle on Emmerdale
    Belle gets a no-nonsense warning from the police (Credit: ITV)

    Belle’s torment continues

    As she continues to spiral, Belle’s head is a cacophony of voices fighting to be heard. Amid the chorus, she is desperate to hear her father’s calming words.

    Belle and Lydia are distressed when they realise the true extent of Belle’s mental anguish as they find her at her lowest ebb.

    Can Belle’s family get her the help she needs?

    Read more: The Pollard family tree in Emmerdale: Eric Pollard and all his wives!

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  • Fans slam ‘cringe’ plot holes as Tom smashes up tablet

    Fans slam ‘cringe’ plot holes as Tom smashes up tablet

    Fans of Emmerdale have slammed last night’s episode of the soap (Monday, October 7) for its many ‘cringe’ plot holes – as sneaky Tom King attempted to cover his tracks by destroying the tablet which was full of evidence of his own wrongdoing.

    Sneaking into Butlers Farm – after first menacing little Isaac – Tom stole back his tablet. At home, in the garden, he then destroyed the incriminating device – first stomping on it (rather ineffectually) and then smashing it to bits with a rock.

    Tom’s latest act only succeeded in confusing viewers, who found the scene full of plot holes and technological inaccuracies.

    Tom smashing his tablet on Emmerdale
    Tom smashed his tablet in with a rock (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans question soap logic as Tom destroys tablet

    Writing on a Reddit discussion thread, fans shared their frustration, with one viewer saying: ‘Why on earth did the tablet start SMOKING when he was smashing it up?? Entire episode was baffling start to finish.’

    Another viewer agreed, pointing out: ‘Smashing a tablet doesn’t delete data. This is becoming a joke now. Have they forgotten about the cloud? It’s actually cringe at this point.’

    ‘Would have been a lot cheaper to restore the tablet to factory settings, Tom!,’ joked another.

    Elsewhere, fans found themselves irritated to see Tom menace Belle yet again, pointing out that she could just… record his slasher villain behaviour.

    ‘And again Belle doesn’t have a camera on her phone,’ sighed another fan.

    Frustrating stuff. However, the end may yet be in sight…

    Carl watching through a window as Tom destroys his tablet on Emmerdale
    Carl Jr was watching through the window (Credit: ITV)

    Carl Jr sees all

    However, unbeknownst to Tom, there had been a witness to his act of destruction – cousin Carl Jr, who watched him destroy the tablet from a window inside the house.

    What Carl decides to do with this information remains to be seen, but if he does speak up, then the youngster could ultimately be Tom’s downfall…

    Read more: John’s mysterious past finally revealed

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  • Fans predict ‘unexpected saviour’ as Tom makes terrible mistake

    Fans predict ‘unexpected saviour’ as Tom makes terrible mistake

    Fans of Emmerdale have predicted that Tom King’s downfall is at hand – and an ‘unexpected’ saviour could be responsible.

    Last night’s episode (Monday, October 7) of the soap saw Tom destroy all evidence of his wrongdoing against Belle, stealing back his missing tablet and then smashing it up to hide the incriminating footage within.

    Tom holds his tablet looking angry on Emmerdale
    Tom trashed his tablet (Credit: ITV)

    Tom destroys the evidence

    This followed the events of last week, in which Moira stumbled across Tom’s videos – then promptly forgot she’d seen them in the first place, suffered a seizure, and lost the tablet.

    Having gotten the tablet back, Tom then destroyed it, whacking it to bits with a rock. Job done, eh?

    Little did Tom know, but cousin Carl Jr had seen it all… witnessing Tom’s curious act of aggression through the window.

    But what happens next?

    Carl watching through a window as Tom destroys his tablet on Emmerdale
    Little Carl saw everything (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans predict Carl will bring Tom down

    Writing on social media as the episode aired, fans shared their theories – and many wondered whether little Carl Jr might be Tom’s undoing.

    “The evil Tom lurking around and plotting, not knowing Carl knows what he’s done, the downfall of Tom begins!” wrote one gleeful viewer.

    “The way little Carl King is going to turn out to be the unexpected hero of this abuse storyline,” said another.

    “Grass on him Carl,” wrote a third.

    “I hope Carl Jnr spills everything!!!!!,” prayed a fourth.

    Tom glares at Belle on Emmerdale
    Earlier in the episode, Tom had attempted to threaten Belle again (Credit: ITV)

    Smug Tom rubs it in

    Earlier in the episode, Tom had continued to menace Belle, taunting her as she walked through the village. While Belle assured him that he was ‘going down’ for what he had done, smug Tom remained… well, perfectly smug.

    Will Carl be the end of Tom’s reign of terror?

    Read more: John’s mysterious past finally revealed

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  • Spoilers: The Dingles devastated as they get news of Zak’s death

    Spoilers: The Dingles devastated as they get news of Zak’s death

    In Emmerdale spoilers next week, the Dingles are devastated as they learn of Zak’s death. They gather and raise a glass to Zak’s memory and say goodbye to the great man. Get those tissues ready.

    Cain can't believe the news as Moira sobs (Credit: ITV)
    Cain can’t believe the news as Moira sobs (Credit: ITV)

    Zak Dingle dies

    Last month, Cain travelled up to Scotland, where Zak has been living, after getting word from daughter Debbie that Zak’s health was deteriorating.

    In upcoming scenes, Cain returns home from Scotland unexpectedly. Moira experiences a seizure while cooking breakfast and receives news that she can go in for an operation the next day. But she avoids telling Cain this news.

    As Cain goes for a shower, Moira answers a call from Debbie – revealing the tragic news Zak has passed away.

    Sam, Belle and Cain reminisce over their dad in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
    Sam, Belle and Cain reminisce over their dad in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    The family reminisce about Zak in Emmerdale spoilers

    Cain tells the rest of the family about Zak’s death. Zak was such a big part of the village that it’s a sad day for everyone.

    The family take comfort in each other. Knocked for six by Zak’s passing, Cain, Sam and Belle reminisce about their father.

    Later, the villagers all gather and wave Sam and Cain off as the pair poignantly head to Scotland to bring Zak home, while, thanks to Chas, the Woolpack becomes a space for mourning.

    Later, at Wishing Well Cottage, the Dingles raise a glass to Zak.

    The residents gather for Zak's funeral (Credit: ITV)
    The residents gather for Zak’s funeral (Credit: ITV)

    Mystery guest at the funeral

    On the day of the funeral, a long-lost relative appears at the graveside, shocking the whole family. Who is it?

    Following actor Steve Halliwell’s death last year, Emmerdale bosses confirmed that Zak would get an on-screen send off.

    Earlier this year, Emmerdale producer Sophie Roper said: “We lost Steve recently – the very sad loss of Steve. So we’re going to be marking Zak’s passing – the iconic Zak Dingle character – in the coming months with a Dingle funeral.”

    She went on to add that filming the funeral scenes would be “very difficult for a lot of people who work on our show and a lot of our viewers who have grown and loved Zak for many, many years.

    “But there’ll be a hugely fitting tribute for such an iconic character coming up.”

    We’re sure there won’t be a dry eye in sight.

    Read more: The Dingle family tree

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  • 12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Zak Dingle death, Moira delays her op, and Ruby makes a discovery

    12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Zak Dingle death, Moira delays her op, and Ruby makes a discovery

    Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal that the Dingles are hit with some extremely heartbreaking news as Zak Dingle passes away.

    Elsewhere, Moira sparks concerns from Matty as she considers delaying her operation. And, Ruby finally discovers Caleb’s betrayal. How will she react?

    Here’s a look at all of the drama in the Dales in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers.

    Zak Dingle dies in Emmerdale spoilers

    Emmerdale spoilers: Dingle grieving Zak at home

    1. Zak passes away

    Next week’s episodes are set to be super emosh, so get those tissues ready! Moira takes a phone call from Debbie and is saddened to hear that Zak has passed away.

    Despite having suffered a seizure whilst making breakfast, Moira keeps this quiet from Cain and focuses on breaking the news to him.

    2. Moira breaks the news to Cain

    Moira then sits Cain down and tells him that his dad has died. Cain knows what he has to do as he then brings his family together to tell them about Zak’s death.

    3. The Dingles mourn Zak

    The Dingles and Zak’s old friends and acquaintances are deeply affected by the news.

    Cain, Sam and Belle share a moment together as siblings, heading outside to remember their father.

    Emmerdale's Dingles and Kim are mourning Zak in the pub

    4. Cain heads off to Scotland

    After telling everyone about Zak’s death, Cain then exits the village and makes his way to Scotland to bring Zak home. Emotions are high as the family prepares for Zak’s funeral.

    5. A funeral family reunion

    At the Woolpack, everyone gathers to pay their respects to Zak as his funeral takes place.

    Later on, at his graveside, a long-lost Dingle relative turns up. But, who is it?

    Moira delays her operation in Emmerdale spoilers

    Emmerdale's Moira and Matty are standing seriously outside

    6. Moira’s decision leaves Matty worried

    With Cain and the family grieving Zak, Moira decides to delay her operation for her brain tumour.

    Matty speaks to Moira and shares his concerns. But, can he get Moira to change her mind about the operation?

    Billy continues to keep secrets in Emmerdale spoilers

    Emmerdale spoilers: Billy and Mack are talking in the kitchen

    7. Billy continues to keep secrets

    Billy confides in Mack that he’s going to continue fighting but nobody must find out. Mack agrees to keep this a secret and supports his friend.

    Later, Will gives Dawn some money and promises to help her secure a loan…

    8. Another fight is planned in Emmerdale spoilers

    Knowing that the family need the cash, Billy arranges his next fight. He wants to provide for his family the best he can. But, this may not be the wisest way to do it…

    Ruby discovers Caleb’s betrayal in Emmerdale spoilers

    Emmerdale spoilers: Ruby and Chas are talking in the Woolpack

    9. Ruby confides in Chas

    In the Wooly, after receiving her mum’s ashes, Ruby has a fair bit to drink as she confides in Chas about how she’s been feeling.

    Chas then suggests that she contacts the hospital to try to find out what her mum’s last words were.

    10. Caleb’s betrayal is uncovered

    Ruby takes Chas’ advice and is horrified to discover that Caleb visited Helen at the hospital before she passed away.

    As Ruby confronts her husband, will the truth come out?

    Caleb and Will plot against Kim in Emmerdale spoilers

    Emmerdale spoilers: Caleb and Will are talking to each other outside

    11. Gabby moves back in

    Kim asks Gabby to move back into Home Farm, with this adding more fuel to Will’s fire.

    12. Caleb and Will want revenge

    Caleb’s in a mess with his finances, having lied to the bank.

    Will then meets up with him and talks about their plan to bring Kim down. Will this revenge be sweet though?

    Read more: Detective Foy is a hit with fans as they demand he become a regular: ‘At last somebody playing a realistic soap cop’

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  • 4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Monday October 7: Tom makes a huge mistake while Charles and Jai clash

    4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Monday October 7: Tom makes a huge mistake while Charles and Jai clash

    Emmerdale spoilers tonight see Tom unknowingly make a huge blunder, which could come back to haunt him. He finally gets his hands on his tablet and wastes no time in destroying the device. But, somebody’s watching…

    Meanwhile, Will and Jimmy enjoy a boozy lads night but are soon interrupted by Kim and her date. Also, Charles and Jai have a very public bust-up, which leads to an unexpected break-up.

    All this and more in tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers.

    Tom holding his tablet which contains proof of his abuse against Belle in Emmerdale
    Tom manage to get his hands on his tablet (Credit: ITV)

    Tom makes a big mistake in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Has Tom been caught out?

    In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, Tom keeps an eye on Isaac, who still has his tablet. He eventually catches Isaac alone, who says the tablet is at home.

    He tells Tom where the spare key is hidden, allowing him to retrieve the device himself. Tom lets himself into Butlers Farm to get the tablet but is forced to hide when Matty walks in.

    Elsewhere, Belle bumps into Moira and quizzes her about the voicemail she left her. However, Moira still doesn’t recall anything.

    Later on, Belle bumps into Tom, who remains confident he will be triumphant in court. Once alone, Tom begins to smash up his tablet to ensure any evidence is destroyed. But, Carl is secretly watching…

    Jai and Charles have a public bust-up (Credit: ITV)

    Charles and Jai are feuding in Emmerdale spoilers

    2. Charles’ run-in with Jai causes chaos

    Eagle-eyed Manpreet spots tension brewing between Charles and Jai. It doesn’t take long for the pair to square up to one another, but Charles is left embarrassed when Manpreet berates him and storms off.

    Later on, Charles tells Laurel about his clash with Jai. Laurel is eager to talk about it, but Charles stands firm and informs her their relationship is done.

    Has Laurel and Charles’ romance finished before it’s started?

    Will is shocked to see Kim looking glamourous in Emmerdale
    Will and Jimmy’s boozy night is interrupted… (Credit: ITV)

    Will and Kim continue to bicker in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Jimmy and Will’s boozy night

    Having been feeling guilty about pressuring Jimmy into selling his shares in the haulage, Will decides to invite Jimmy over for a few drinks at Home Farm. He promises there will be no business talk.

    Jimmy is glad to have a distraction from the investigation surrounding Tom. He and Will enjoy a beer together, but Kim soon comes back and is furious at the state of the house.

    Kim dresses to impress Peter and make Will jealous in Emmerdale
    Kim enjoys rubbing Will’s nose in it (Credit: ITV)

    4. Kim’s revenge

    Following their earlier clash, Kim opts for the ultimate revenge against Will. She comes downstairs looking stunning ready for a dinner date with her financial advisor, Peter.

    Jimmy is stunned by what he sees while Will is left absolutely seething. Has Kim pushed Will too far?

    Read more: Emmerdale characters that have been recast, including Aaron Dingle

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  • Emmerdale fans ‘turn off’ as Moira forgets evidence that could help Belle: ‘This is turning into a farce now’

    Emmerdale fans ‘turn off’ as Moira forgets evidence that could help Belle: ‘This is turning into a farce now’

    Frustrated fans of Emmerdale found themselves infuriated by last night’s episode of the soap, in which Moira Dingle appeared to be on the verge of revealing damning evidence which could have proved Tom King’s evil once and for all.

    This came as Moira discovered Tom’s tablet, loaded full of footage of an unsuspecting Belle. After finding Isaac with the tablet (having stolen it from little Carl), Moira had a nose about and soon discovered Tom’s secret files.

    Moira looks shocked on Emmerdale
    Moira discovered the truth last night (Credit: ITV)

    Moira to the rescue… briefly

    Realising that the footage was just what Belle needed to clear her name, Moira left a message on Belle’s phone, before heading out to find her.

    Disaster struck when Moira found herself struggling to drive; having left her phone at home, she soon forgot why she’d gone out in the first place. Abandoning the car, she wandered off and suffered another terrible seizure.

    When Mack found her, all was lost – and Moira didn’t remember anything from the preceding few hours, including the tablet and her message to Belle.

    And, just like that, all the evidence was gone.

    A worried-looking Moira on the phone in Emmerdale
    Moira quickly called Belle in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans slam ‘farce’ as Moira forgets the evidence

    As these scenes aired, fans took to social media to share their frustration.

    “I was so angry last night watching this. After Moira, knowing what has happened to Belle, why did she not phone the police. Now he has his tablet back and smash it up. He is going to get away with everything and poor Belle will always be in fear. Even Jimmy is hiding evidence now. Yes I know this abuse goes on in homes all over the world but now it is getting silly the alarm bells are ringing. Why do the police not interview people in the village and talk to the mental health team to get Belle’s mental health records. She did give her social worker an insight of what is happening. Come on writers get back to the seriousness of the story,” wrote one fan on Instagram.

    “Emmerdale highlighting such an important topic but turning it into a farce where nobody cares anymore,” said another on X.

    “Sometimes I wish things in Soapland were just straightforward. For the love of God let Moira hand over the tablet, getting bored of the whole Tom/Belle situation. Just want to see Tom get his comeuppance now,” a third said.

    “It’s getting on my nerves now, gone on for way to long,” bemoaned another.

    Someone else said: “For the first time I am turning off.” Another agreed: “Me too. Domestic abuse story that should be done tastefully is turned into a farce.”

    “I’ve turned it off,” said one more. “I knew the minute she had it that it would turn into a farce. It’s ridiculous and frustrating. Somebody let me know when this storyline is over.”

    Was last night’s episode a step too far?

    Read more: Tom was arrested as his downfall began

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira found vital evidence against Tom – but then she forgot about it

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira found vital evidence against Tom – but then she forgot about it

    Emmerdale tonight saw Moira see Tom’s secret video footage of Belle. It’s just the evidence Belle needs, but a seizure made Moira forget everything. So what does this mean for Belle’s case?

    And as Tom continues to build up a false picture of himself, will he get to the tablet first and destroy the evidence?

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale on Thursday October 3.

    Belle and Tom in Emmerdale tonight

    Tom needs to get to the evidence first (Credit: ITV)
    Accused Tom needs to get to the evidence first (Credit: ITV)

    Tom under pressure

    Tom was released and Jimmy was excited to see him like a puppy. Tom’s injury is absolute agony, but he can apparently still sit in a chair and lean back.

    Things weren’t looking too bad for Tom, annoyingly. He was pretty smug that he’d managed to trick the police and they don’t seem to know about his tablet. Meanwhile, Amelia was once again fawning over him, and a stand-off in the street between Jimmy and Amelia and Vinny saw the police step in. Gotta love DS Foy!

    Meanwhile, Belle was feeling guilty about what she did to Tom. It was only made worse when DS Foy then turned up and told her they couldn’t find any cameras to prove it. It’s obvious Foy believes Belle, but his hands are tied.

    Belle was terrified – she knows Tom won’t stop until he kills her. And she knows the evidence is stacked against her. But then she mentioned his tablet and the police admitted they didn’t have Tom’s tablet in their possession.

    Tom tried to play dumb and claimed he lost the tablet months ago. DS Foy didn’t buy it for a second and assured him they would find it. Please, please, please be right!

    Jimmy was then shocked to learn Tom had been secretly filming Belle. The scales may be starting to fall… Tom managed to persuade Jimmy it was all in Belle’s best interests and he was keeping her safe. Of course, stupid Jimmy bought it.

    Amelia was still fussing round Tom, who snapped at her. Tom’s solicitor Ollie arrived and told him to stop acting so guilty. He advised Tom to make sure they didn’t find the tablet and to keep Amelia sweet so it discredited Belle’s abuse claims. He told Tom to find the tablet or he’s “done for”.

    Moira found evidence – and then forgot it!

    Step forward Moira! Carl had the device in question to play Zombie computer games, but little Isaac nicked it off him! And then Moira got her hands on it… Moira looked through the files, realising it was Tom’s tablet.

    And, yes! Moira saw video footage that Tom had filmed of Belle at home. Thank goodness…

    Desperate to get the tablet into the right hands, Moira left a message for Belle telling her she needed to see this as ‘it’s even worse than you imagined’. Then deciding this was more important than her brain tumour problem, Moira grabbed the car keys and drove to see Belle instead.

    Soon though, she was struggling to drive, had got lost and had forgotten her phone. The stress and the pressure and the brain tumour all worked against her. She parked up, got out and wandered off down a bridleway. It wasn’t long before she collapsed, having another seizure.

    Mack eventually found her and brought her round – and she didn’t remember anything. Most importantly (and infuriatingly), she didn’t recognise the tablet, she didn’t remember leaving Belle messages and all the evidence is lost.

    NOOOOOOOOOOOO! What is Emmerdale doing to us?

    Liam lies to Ella in Emmerdale
    Liam lied to Ella about his whereabouts, which suggests he’s not that into her (Credit: ITV)

    The Liam/Ella/Chas love triangle resumed in Emmerdale tonight

    Liam is still lying to Ella about going to a seminar when actually he’s going to a murder mystery event. As he got dressed in his outfit, Ella caught him and Liam eventually confessed where he was going, stressing the emphasis on murder several times.

    She took it well and told him she didn’t mind, so off he went to have his fun. But we suspect she probably would mind when she finds out about his dalliance with Chas later on…

    He popped into the Woolpack to steady his nerves before the event. As he and Chas joked, she went a bit quiet and confessed she had a rash near her breast. She was worried it was the cancer coming back and Liam took a look at it. He diagnosed an allergy rash and Chas was relieved, throwing her arms around him.

    When is Emmerdale going to just get these two together and stop all the lingering looks and tooing and froing? It’s clear they want to be, so why is he messing around with Ella? It’s not creating tension or a love triangle, it’s just getting us all frustrated!

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Arthur made us all cringe

    Teen rebel Arthur is ‘too old’ for school and wanted to hang out around the village to flirt with John Sugden. Arthur thinks Aaron’s miserable and John could do better.

    But his attempts to flirt didn’t go too well, though John did smile, which made Arthur think he was in. Arthur pestered him again later and John dismissed him, but said he’d chat to him tomorrow. Arthur definitely thinks he’s got a chance and it was all really cringeworthy.

    Laurel and Charles are caught out by Arthur in Emmerdale
    Charles and Laurel were caught by Arthur (Credit: ITV)

    Laurel and Charles made Arthur cringe

    But next it was Arthur’s turn to cringe when he caught his mum ‘at it’. Charles still wanted Laurel to help with the Harvest Festival and not taking no for an answer he followed Laurel home to ask her to stop avoiding him.

    But the bickering and back and forth got them hot and bothered again and they couldn’t resist. However, just as they descended the stairs and started snogging again, Arthur caught them at it. “It’s like sandpaper on my brain,” he cried. But promised not to tell anyone.

    Read more: Tom was arrested as his downfall began

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom was arrested and his lies might just be catching up with him!

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Tom was arrested and his lies might just be catching up with him!

    In Emmerdale tonight Tom was taken to the station and charged for coercive and controlling behaviour. Hallelujah!

    As he lied and lied and lied some more the police are digging to get to the bottom of the truth – and we are keeping everything crossed they soon find it and Belle gets justice. Please, Emmerdale, please!

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

    Tom’s downfall began in Emmerdale tonight

    Belle reported Tom - and herself - to the police last night (Credit: ITV)
    Belle reported Tom – and herself – to the police last night (Credit: ITV)

    The police took Tom in

    Tom was just about to leave hospital when he was then taken to the station by the police after being arrested for coercive and controlling behaviour! Woo hoo!

    He immediately tried to change his statement saying he’d lied about being mugged and it was Belle – let’s just hope that makes things even worse for the little weasel. His face was a picture when he was informed Belle had admitted the attack and handed in the weapon. Oh yes, we are loving this!

    Tom then went down his usual road of blaming her mental health and irrational behaviour. He claimed she was angry and called him names – useless and ugly (we’d have called him worse, tbh). He also claimed she got physical with him, throwing things, pushing him around and assaulting him in the street. The gall of this man is something else. Tom honestly believes he is going to get away with this. Bravo James Chase for creating the most unlikable man on television.

    Tom doubled-down on his lies when asked whether he was lying. However he was forced to admit he installed a camera, although he insisted it was to keep her safe. DS Foy wanted to know if he’d kept the footage to prove his claims of domestic abuse. The police are also seizing all of Tom’s electrical equipment and we are praying that he hasn’t deleted everything and is caught out.

    Back in the village Jimmy had finally worked out what was going on and laid into Belle telling her her lies wouldn’t work. Losing his temper, Nicola advised him to use her camomile bubble bath to calm down. That’ll fix everything, right?

    Tom slipped up

    Back in the interview room, Tom was having a conflab with his solicitor and admitted there was footage. He denied it was abusive and slipped up confessing there was more than one camera. He told his solicitor the footage was on a tablet in a zombie case – which was at that moment being used by his cousin Carl at home.

    So the police haven’t yet got the tablet and we know Tom gets his hands on it next week. But is there enough evidence against him to convict him?

    At last he’s on the ropes. Has he been too slick in his lies to be believed? Is it time for Tom to be taken down? We really, really, really hope so.

    Moira Dingle finds her flock of sheep have been killed in Emmerdale
    Moira was devastated by her mistake (Credit: ITV)

    Moira killed some sheep in Emmerdale tonight

    After being exonerated yesterday over the sheep escape, Moira was insistent she is fit to work alone. But then the sheep all collapsed. They had ingested paint, that Moira put into their feeding trough by mistake.

    Mack was not best pleased – and not at all kind to his sister. She told him she’d killed her son’s sheep and she needed to apologise to him. He also told her she wasn’t allowed to work any more. On her farm. That she owns. Best interests or not, he might want to remember he’s just an employee here.

    Devastated Moira broke down insisting the tumour was taking everything away from her. Mack did apologise (big of him) for his tone, but said he was worried about her. She sobbed in his arms as she agreed to stop work.

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Aaron Dingle decides to use John Sugden's van to stash his stolen goods
    Whoops, Aaron! (Credit: ITV)

    Aaron outsmarted by John

    Aaron was loading the smart watches into John’s van having swiped the keys after John said no. Aaron insisted it was all good as John was working all day. Cut to Liam and John discussing how John had an afternoon off. Can we all see where this is going?

    Yep, John caught him out and read him the riot act. But a quick bunk up in the back of the van was good enough for an apology and all was well again.

    Liam and Ella back together

    Turns out they are sleeping together. Casually. But Ella wants to be exclusive again and she misses Liam. He agreed to give it a go. He seems to have very quickly got over her child-killer past. But then he turned down her offer of lunch at Bun-in-a-Million to eat an onion ring the size of his head. It’s an offer that’s hard to refuse, but Liam did. Sounds amazing to us!

    Apparently it was because he was going to a murder mystery event and didn’t think Ella would be up for it due to her murderous past. He hasn’t quite forgotten it then.

    Read more: Tom tries to blackmail Belle and fans are not happy

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