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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Smug Tom got a win and Pollard devastated Brenda multiple times

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Smug Tom got a win and Pollard devastated Brenda multiple times

    Emmerdale tonight saw Brenda Walker left distraught over and over again by Eric Pollard as he finally accepted he’d been scammed. And then she made a big decision about their future.

    Meanwhile, Tom was smug when he called Angelica and realised she was on his side. How will he use this to his advantage?

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

    Things went from bad to worse for Brenda and Pollard (Credit: ITV)
    Things went from bad to worse for Brenda and Pollard (Credit: ITV)

    Brenda stood by Pollard – despite him breaking her heart in Emmerdale tonight

    Brenda had decided they were in this together, but Eric was still kidding himself that he could sort it all out. He soon realised he couldn’t when he found out his advisor’s number was no longer in service. They have been scammed. And the police can’t do anything because Pollard invested the money of his own free will.

    Brenda was devastated, especially as Eric tried to placate her by saying at least they had a roof over their heads. But Brenda pointed out the deeds were in his name and everything she has worked all her life for was gone.

    Knowing he needs to make it right, Pollard decided his only resort was to sell the shop. But Brenda was more concerned with whether he only proposed because he was hyped up on his meds and Eric confessed that was very possible. She was once again distraught.

    But later she insisted she was not leaving and she would support him every step of the way through his Parkinson’s. Although as Brenda is actually leaving, we all know that isn’t going to happen!

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    Tom won Angelica over in Emmerdale tonight

    Angelica was heading back to school and all was happy in the King household now Tom was out of their lives. But Angel insisted Tom was still family.

    Tom phoned home and discovered he was calling Angelica and not his uncle Jimmy. But he was also relieved to hear Angel was on his side as he reeled her in and told her they would keep speaking. Smug Tom was filled with glee when he realised he had someone else to manipulate.

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Caleb took Anthony’s side

    Ross and Steph got flirty in the Hide, but then Anthony arrived. Steph decided to fight his corner with Ruby again after she learned Ruby was ignoring Anthony. Anthony then managed to manipulate Caleb into taking his side too.

    Steph and Caleb confronted Ruby (who was making her own Christmas wreath – not sure this is something Ruby would do), who was most hurt by her husband’s interference.

    These two will never get on - especially when Ross finds out Mack stole the money (Credit: ITV)
    These two will never get on – especially when Ross finds out Mack stole the money (Credit: ITV)

    Ross was under pressure – as Mack gloated

    Ross went to see Charity, but encountered Mack instead. He wanted to pick Moses up after school and take him for a burger. But it turns out Moses has a VERY active after school social calendar with a birthday party and then bowling and then a sleepover at a mate’s.

    Mack smugly told him he and Charity would be spoiling Moses this Christmas – but Ross still has no idea exactly how Mack got the money. Meanwhile, Mack splashed the cash on Charity’s Christmas presents wanting to spoil her rotten.

    Elsewhere, Ross was feeling the pressure when both April and Jade rounded on him in the pub. April wanted to know why he’d ignored her since he’d been home and Jade wanted answers over her missing money.

    Cut to Mack giving the cash to Amy for Chloe and Reuben. But he doesn’t want to see any pictures or know anything because it’s too hard being apart from his son. Probably should have remembered he had one, then shouldn’t he?

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

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  • 4 spoilers for tonight: Eric faces the music, and Ross gets a harsh warning

    4 spoilers for tonight: Eric faces the music, and Ross gets a harsh warning

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Pollard faces an angry Brenda, and Tom manipulates Angelica.

    Fans have seen Eric’s health deteriorate lately. Just last week he opened up to Leyla on how he has put his entire savings into cryptocurrency. And things are only set to look worse.

    Also as Tom is finally behind bars for his abusive behaviour, he still finds a way to control someone. This time, he turns his attention to someone close to home.

    All of this and more in Emmerdale spoilers for tonight’s episode.

    Emmerdale spoilers for tonight

    Emmerdale spoilers: Will Brenda forgive Eric? (Credit: ITV)

    1. Eric faces the music

    After realising there is no money in his account, Eric is terrified that he has made a huge mistake.

    And now Brenda knows everything, Pollard has to prepare himself to face her anger.

    But he isn’t giving up, as he is determined to make things right. However, those attempts don’t go down well.

    Soon enough, Brenda is questioning if Eric even wanted to marry her, or if his decision was influenced by his medication.

    As Brenda is devastated, Eric has to live with the heartbreak and turmoil he has caused. Can he make things right with Brenda? Or is this the beginning of the end for the couple, especially as we know Brenda is leaving the village.

    2. Tom is still pulling strings

    Just when everyone thinks Tom is finally out of the picture, he proves how manipulative he can really be.

    The only other member of his family that he hasn’t had a chance to try and win over is Angelica.

    With his niece having spent time away for causing the death of Heath, Angelica has been feeling that she is evil lately. And although Jimmy and Nicola have been trying to make her see this isn’t the case, it appears Tom is the one to get through to her.

    Tonight, she finds herself being reeled in by his flattery, and soon enough she’s on Team Tom and believes his anti-Belle stance.

    More Emmerdale spoilers for tonight

    Ross is furious as Mack taunts him with his bond to Moses – but when Jade threatens Ross, will Mack regret it? (Credit: ITV)

    3. Mack taunts Ross

    When Ross Barton returned recently, he made it clear to Mackenzie who Moses’ father was.

    But as time has gone on, Ross keeps messing up. And Mack is the one who gets to pick up the pieces.

    Nobody knows that Mack is the one who stole Jade’s money, and he is chuffed with himself knowing he can provide for his family more than Ross can.

    This is something he wastes no time in taunting Ross with – leaving the Emmerdale bad boy furious.

    4. Ross gets a warning

    We’re sure that whenever Ross finds out Mack stole the money he will be out for revenge. But until then, Ross has to deal with the fact Jade blames him. And tonight she makes it extremely clear to him there are consequences to the money going missing.

    She gives him a harsh warning, telling him what will happen if he doesn’t find a way to give her the ten thousand pounds.

    And it seems that no matter how many times Ross assures her it wasn’t him who stole it – she does not believe him.

    Will Ross manage to find the money? Or will those closest to him face the consequences?

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Eric gambled his life away and Angelica started to scheme

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Eric gambled his life away and Angelica started to scheme

    Emmerdale tonight saw Eric lose everything as his crypto currency gamble fell apart, as Brenda realised her account had been cleaned out, too.

    And instead of ‘fessing up to his wife-to-be, Pollard decided to gamble even more. Will he end up regretting it?

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale on Monday December 2.

    Emmerdale tonight Eric threatened Liam with the police
    Eric threatened Liam with the police (Credit: ITV)

    Pollard lost everything in Emmerdale tonight

    Eric was confused when the increase in crypto wasn’t showing on his account and tried to get hold of his advisor. And when he wasn’t available, Eric started to worry – only to fret even more when Noah admitted he’d only invested £100 in crypto because he was too sensible to risk losing more.

    Later, Brenda found a wedding dress, but when she went to pay for it with her savings, her card was declined. Confused, she told Leyla her account had thousands in it and headed off to phone the bank.

    But as she reached number nine in the queue to speak to someone, she got home and filled Eric in. He told her it was a technical glitch and said it would be sorted.

    In desperation Eric turned to the racing pages of the newspaper, hoping to win back the money he’d lost, when he was interrupted by Liam who clocked him taking cash from the till.

    Liam returned to hear Eric placing the bet and warned him that his medication could make him act recklessly.

    Eric confessed to Liam that he’d lost the cash, and had secured a loan on his house. Liam begged him to come off the medication, but Pollard insisted he was going to the bookies and threatened to call the police!

    Poor Brenda couldn't believe Eric had done this to her (Credit: ITV)
    Poor Brenda couldn’t believe Eric had done this to her (Credit: ITV)

    Brenda was devastated!

    Back home, Eric returned triumphant with Brenda’s wedding dress. But it turned out Liam had got to Brenda first and explained what her husband was up to. And she’d spoken to the bank and found out the truth about what had happened to her savings.

    A clearly devastated Brenda asked her fiancé what he was thinking, blowing her life savings. Eric tried to get round her by showing her his winnings because his horse had come in. But Brenda wasn’t listening. She told Eric his betrayal was so deep, she couldn’t get over it!

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    Angelica is falling under Tom's spell (Credit: ITV)
    Angelica is falling under Tom’s spell (Credit: ITV)

    Tom’s family deserted him – or did they?

    Meanwhile, Jimmy fibbed to Nicola that he was going to the yard, but instead he was worrying about how to respond to an email about Tom in prison. Tom wanted to add Jimmy to his contacts.

    Nicola wasn’t impressed by Jimmy’s lies and she really wasn’t happy about him considering visiting his nephew. She told her husband in no uncertain terms to get the prison to take them off Tom’s list of contacts.

    But later, Angelica filled in the form herself. Is she planning to visit her evil cousin?

    Chas came clean in Emmerdale tonight

    Elsewhere, Liam told Cain about his romance with Chas and was relieved when Cain gave his approval. But Cain was still grumpy and stressed holding things together at the farm and the garage and he really didn’t want to celebrate his 50th birthday!

    Steph wanted proof of Anthony's cancer diagnosis
    Steph wanted proof of Anthony’s cancer diagnosis (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby got a shock

    Steph begged Ruby to give Anthony a chance, so Ruby confronted her dad and demanded proof of his cancer diagnosis.

    She was taken aback when Anthony showed her the proof she wanted, and realised he was telling the truth.

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

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  • Emmerdale spoilers: Eric’s world spirals out of control as he loses everything

    Emmerdale spoilers: Eric’s world spirals out of control as he loses everything

    In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Eric Pollard’s issues seem to get even more out of control.

    Over the last few weeks, fans have watched as Pollard’s health has deteriorated more and more. The long-standing character was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

    His symptoms have been getting worse as he deals with a shortage of medication. One episode saw him walking around the village in his pyjamas after he struggled to move.

    But things began looking up for him after Brenda accepted his marriage proposal. However when their engagement party ends with Eric making a huge confession to Leyla, things go awry.

    Read on for Emmerdale spoilers for this storyline.

    Emmerdale spoilers: Eric and Liam have a confrontation over money (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Eric faces more trouble

    As wedding planning is in full swing, Eric is confused when there doesn’t seem to be any uplift in cryptocurrency in his account.

    Just his luck, it’s at the exact same time that Brenda finds her perfect wedding dress.

    As expected, Brenda is shocked to discover they don’t have enough money to pay for the dress.

    But when Pollard lies and tells her it’s because of a technology glitch, will she believe him?

    To try and solve their money issues, Eric becomes set on betting on a horse, but when Liam blocks the door after he spots him being reckless with the shop’s cash, will a confrontation ensue?

    Brenda questions if Eric’s proposal was genuine (Credit:ITV)

    Eric worries they have lost everything, and realises it’s time to face Brenda.

    Of course, Brenda is shocked and devastated at everything she hears, and begins to question if his proposal was genuine or influenced by his medication.

    With Brenda’s exit from the village looming, viewers are left wondering how this story will play out?

    Will Eric and Brenda get married? What will tear the couple apart?

    Read more: Emmerdale fans fume as ITV ‘cuts’ final episode scene short

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  • Emmerdale spoilers: Pollard makes a confession to shocked Leyla

    Emmerdale spoilers: Pollard makes a confession to shocked Leyla

    In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Eric Pollard makes a big confession to Leyla. What has he revealed?

    Eric has had a tough time of late, what with his worsening Parkinson’s symptoms caused by a shortage of the medication he requires. One episode saw him make a scene in the surgery as he demanded an appointment, while he was also found by Caleb wandering around the village in his pyjamas.

    But there is time for celebration next week when he and Brenda hold their engagement party. Read on for full spoiler details for this storyline.

    Brenda and Eric celebrate at their engagement party (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Brenda and Eric’s engagement party

    It’s been a tough year for Brenda and Eric, with the death of Brenda’s stepson Heath Hope and relationship troubles between the pair. However, the couple seem to be back on track now and scenes this week see the pair get engaged with plans for a Christmas wedding.

    Next week, at their engagement party, Eric gives a speech and announces he and Brenda will be going on a cruise for their honeymoon. Brenda is overjoyed with the news.

    With the engagement party in full swing, Rodney is curious about how Eric suddenly has lots of money. Pollard plays wry, but then he suddenly panics and quickly leaves the party.

    Rodney wants to know what Eric is hiding (Credit: ITV)

    Eric confesses to Leyla

    Having witnessed Eric’s sudden exit at the party, Leyla is suspicious. She swiftly exits the party too and follows him home.

    She is later gobsmacked when an ashen Eric makes an admission. But what exactly has he confessed? And could he be in trouble?

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

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  • Eric to kill Brenda as his Parkinson’s gets worse, heartbreaking fan theory predicts

    Eric to kill Brenda as his Parkinson’s gets worse, heartbreaking fan theory predicts

    With Eric Pollard struggling with his Parkinson’s in Emmerdale and Brenda Walker set to leave the show, fans have come up with a heartbreaking theory.

    This comes after it was reported by The Mirror that Lesley Dunlop, who plays Brenda, will be leaving Emmerdale after 16 years on the show. There has already been a lot of speculation over how Brenda will leave the show, with some fans believing she will die as they can’t see her leaving Eric.

    Now, other fans have taken this theory a step further and suggested that Eric will be the one to kill Brenda.

    Eric is walking away from Will and Caleb near the van on Emmerdale
    Pollard has been struggling with his health (Credit: ITV)

    What’s happening with Eric in Emmerdale?

    Eric was diagnosed with Parkinson’s a year ago, after suffering from numbness and tingling. In order to portray the story realistically, the story has been playing out slowly.

    Scenes this week have seen his illness come to the forefront once again. Earlier in the week, he started shaking after confronting Caleb over the number of lorries driving through the village.

    Tuesday’s episode (November 12) saw Eric act erratically in the surgery after he demanded an appointment. He was eventually escorted away by Brenda.

    In Wednesday’s episode (November 13), things got even worse when Eric struggled to get himself out of bed due to not feeling his legs. He eventually managed to do it and was later found walking outside in his pyjamas and slippers by Caleb.

    Caleb took Eric to see Dr Liam, who told Eric he was suffering from freezing. This was caused by a shortage in Eric’s usual medication.

    Brenda and Eric are talking in the pub
    Fans have predicted that Eric will kill Brenda (Credit: ITV)

    Fan theory: Eric to kill Brenda?

    As well as struggling physically, Eric has been struggling mentally. Could this cause him to act irrationally and attack Brenda? Fans think so.

    Taking to X, one fan wrote: “Is Eric gonna have a turn & kill Brenda?” We’ve seen Eric behave out of character due to the lack of medication he needs, so it wouldn’t be beyond the realms of possibility.

    Another fan had the same idea, writing: “Eric to off Brenda.” It is not yet known when Brenda’s exit will take place, but could she be facing a heartbreaking end?

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

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  • Eric Pollard to take his own life as his Parkinson’s symptoms worsen, predict fans as they question whether he is leaving Emmerdale

    Eric Pollard to take his own life as his Parkinson’s symptoms worsen, predict fans as they question whether he is leaving Emmerdale

    Fans of Emmerdale have predicted that Eric Pollard will take his own life, following recent scenes that have seen him struggling with his Parkinson’s symptoms.

    Last year, Eric was diagnosed with the neurological condition. He originally kept it a secret, but finally shared the news with his partner Brenda.

    With Eric struggling lately, Emmerdale fans are predicting that they are setting things up for a sad ending.

    Eric’s symptoms have been bothering him lately (Credit: ITV)

    What happened to Eric?

    Earlier in the week, Eric suffered from the shakes when he went to confront Caleb over the number of lorries travelling through the village.

    However, in Wednesday’s episode (November 13), Caleb became an ally after he realised how much Eric was struggling.

    Eric didn’t turn up for work because he couldn’t get his legs to move in order to get out of bed. When he finally managed to get himself out, he walked into the village in his pyjamas and slippers, where he was found by Caleb.

    Caleb took Eric to see Dr Liam, who told Eric he was suffering from something called freezing. While Eric believed his Parkinson’s was worsening, Liam reassured him that wasn’t the case. The problem is actually that there is a shortage of the medication that Eric requires.

    It was clear that Eric didn’t like the idea of being somebody’s problem. Could that realisation cause him to take his own life? Fans certainly think so.

    Eric is struggling to hold it together - but why? (Credit: ITV)
    Will Pollard die in Emmerdale? (Credit: ITV)

    Fans predict Eric Pollard will take his own life

    Taking to X, fans were quick to jump on the idea that Eric will take his own life. “Who’s willing to bet Eric books Dignitas?” wrote one fan, referring to the Swiss organisation that provides physician-assisted suicide.

    Another echoed the thought, writing: “Emmerdale. I see a Dignitas storyline coming…” While a third fan added: “ Euthanasia storyline incoming then?!”

    A fourth fan wrote: “I reckon Eric’s going to commit suicide,” while other fans expressed their sadness that Eric might be leaving. “Hope this isn’t leading to Eric’s exit,” one said.

    Chris Chittell, who plays Eric, is married to co-star Lesley Dunlop in real life. It was recently announced that Lesley, who plays Brenda, will be leaving the soap. Could a double exit be on the cards?

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

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  • What’s wrong with Eric Pollard in Emmerdale? His Parkinson’s battle and health decline as fans fear he’s going to die

    What’s wrong with Eric Pollard in Emmerdale? His Parkinson’s battle and health decline as fans fear he’s going to die

    Eric Pollard is clearly struggling with his health on-screen in Emmerdale right now. But as he appears to be in decline, what exactly is wrong with him? Is this a sign his Parkinson’s is worsening? Or is there something else afoot?

    Furious Pollard wanted to teach Caleb a lesson (Credit: ITV)
    Furious Pollard wanted to teach Caleb a lesson (Credit: ITV)

    What’s wrong with Eric Pollard in Emmerdale?

    Emmerdale’s longest-serving character, Eric Pollard is currently going through the mill with his health. Struggling with the stress Caleb’s new depot empire is bringing to his daily life with reems of lorries running back and forth along the road by his house, Pollard lost it on Monday.

    When Caleb was dismissive over Eric’s complaints and refused to take him seriously, Pollard took action. He jumped into one of the lorries. But he suffered hand tremors and crashed the vehicle into some crates. Pollard was clearly worried about the state of himself as he couldn’t stop shaking.

    Last night (Tuesday November 12) Pollard desperately tried to get a doctor’s appointment to get to the bottom of what was wrong. However he couldn’t get through on the phone and caused a scene in the surgery demanding Ella’s help. He was escorted out by Wendy and Bear.

    Things come to head tonight when Pollard can’t get out of bed and is then found wandering the road alone in his slippers by Caleb. Caleb takes him to Liam’s house, but will the good doc come up with a diagnosis? What is wrong with Pollard?

    Emmerdale's Eric is sad as he stands in a field alone
    Eric’s condition will play out on screen for a long time (Credit: ITV)

    Eric diagnosed with Parkinson’s in Emmerdale

    Exactly a year ago, in November 2023, Pollard revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Eric first confided in Mandy about his illness, but begged her to keep it a secret. He refused to tell partner Brenda, son David or grandson Jacob.

    He confessed that he’d been experiencing numbness and tingling as well as being less steady on his feet.

    Emmerdale worked closely with the charity Parkinson’s UK to portray the story as accurately as possible. The soap assured viewers the story would play out on screen over a long period of time.

    At the time Emmerdale Producer Laura Shaw said: “When Eric Pollard is diagnosed with Parkinson’s he’s naturally very scared and unsure of what the condition means for his future. The unique position of a show like Emmerdale means we can tell this story really authentically over a long period of time and we can really shine a light on what a diagnosis like this means and follow Pollard on his journey of learning to live with it.

    “Working closely with Parkinson’s UK, who have been guiding us through every step of the way, we hope seeing Pollard’s story helps to raise awareness of Parkinson’s and show the day to day reality of those living with it, as well as the impact it can have on friends, family and the local community.”

    Eric Pollard actor, Chris Chittell said: “I feel really privileged to be given this storyline. Parkinson’s is indiscriminate, deceptive and wickedly unkind targeting so many. I want to do this storyline justice for the most courageous of people who are having to bear the brunt of this condition.”

    Eric is struggling to hold it together - but why? (Credit: ITV)
    Eric is struggling to hold it together – but why? (Credit: ITV)

    Is Eric Pollard going to die in Emmerdale?

    This week’s scenes have concerned fans who have speculated Pollard might die. It comes after a freshly dug grave was spotted on set by a fan on the Emmerdale tour. The grave is positioned next to his beloved wife Val – could this mean something? With Pollard clearly unwell, viewers have started to wonder.

    One fan commented on X: “Emmerdale are so setting up Eric’s death this is so sad.” Another added: “Don’t like Eric getting bad when it’s nearly Christmas. Don’t want a Christmas death.”

    In fact, tonight we will discover Pollard does not have access to his usual medication due to a shortage. That and the stress caused by his altercation with Caleb are what is escalating his symptoms. But can Liam help Pollard get back on top of this?

    It’s not long before defiant Eric is back working in the shop, much to Caleb’s surprise. He’s not giving up yet!

    And with a Christmas wedding on the horizon for him and Brenda there’s still life in Pollard yet. However, Brenda is also said to be leaving after 16 years, so chances are there’s also more drama ahead too.

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

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  • The love story of Val and Eric Pollard: Cheating, HIV diagnosis and tragic death

    The love story of Val and Eric Pollard: Cheating, HIV diagnosis and tragic death

    Val and Eric Pollard in Emmerdale had both been round the block a few times when they found one another. With several spouses, ex-partners, kids and grandkids between them, it looked like this was one relationship that was doomed before it even began.

    But instead Val and Eric became one of Emmerdale’s best-loved couples of all time, and Eric’s heartfelt eulogy at Val’s funeral left fans sobbing!

    Here’s their story.

    Val Lambert (Charlie Hardwick) and Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell)
    Val and Eric hit it off (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Early days for Val and Eric

    Pollard was a ruthless, manipulative conman when Valerie arrived in the village. He’d been married to Elizabeth, who died in the plane crash, letting Eric cash in on her life insurance. And it turned out he was still married to his first wife, Eileen, when he married Elizabeth!

    He’d also tied the knot unsuccessfully with Dee and Gloria.

    But when Val Lambert arrived in the village, the pair hit it off! Well, eventually. After Val had a steamy affair with her former brother-in-law Rodney Blackstock, only to end up being disowned by most of her family when the affair was revealed.

    And when she admitted that Rodney was also the biological father of her son, Paul, her family relationships got even trickier!

    With things hard for Val, she and Eric went into business together, running a fabric company. The sparks flew and they were soon enjoying a romance.

    Obstacles in Val and Eric’s way

    But of course, nothing’s ever simple in Emmerdale, and there were all sorts of obstacles in Val and Eric’s way. First there was Val’s ex – Jimmy Pepper – showing up. He demanded Val pay him all the money he’d given her over the years when he thought he was Paul’s dad. Val embezzled the cash from the pub and sister Diane dobbed her in to the police.

    Then there was Eric’s long-lost son David Metcalfe showing up. It took Eric a while to believe David was who he said he was, but they eventually forged a bond.

    Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) and Val Lambert (Charlie Hardwick) complete their vows together with the village watching on.
    Eric and Val tied the knot (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Tying the knot

    Eventually though, Val and Eric tied the knot in a very Val ceremony, and they settled down to life together.

    They fostered troubled teenager Amy Wyatt and things were good. Until Amy got pregnant, and decided to give the little boy – Kyle – up for adoption.

    Val didn’t want the baby to be given up, and she thought Eric had encouraged Amy to have Kyle adopted. The pair split, Val emptied the bank account and headed off to Portugal.

    Missing Val

    Thinking Val wasn’t returning, Eric began a romance with Brenda Walker. When Val came home she was FUMING. She marched into the pub and demanded that David help her win Eric back. When David said no, Val attacked him! But David’s wife, Alicia, got involved, punched Val in the face and got sentenced to a year in prison for assault.

    The villagers all shunned Val, but she eventually won them over – and won Eric back!

    Despite Val Pollard [CHARLIE HARDWICK] being terrified of telling Eric Pollard [CHRIS CHITTELL], she is determined to face up to her fears.
    Val told Eric she could be HIV Positive (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    HIV Positive

    In 2014, Val got bad news when a fling from her time in Portugal, Ian Chamberlain (played by Robert Cavanah, who’s currently playing DS Foy), arrived in the village. He told her he was HIV positive and warned her she could be, too.

    Once more Val and Eric split, this time thanks to her odd behaviour. Eric had a drunken one-night stand with Val’s sister, Diane, before the pair reconciled and Val told him the truth. Meanwhile, Victoria had spilled the beans to Diane, who’d got herself treatment, just in case.

    When Val’s HIV status was outed by Jacob, things really fell apart. Eric and Val split, and Val spiralled into destructive behaviour.

    Thankfully, they reconciled once more. With Val in trouble for committing fraud, and Eric having suffered a heart attack, she came up with a brilliant plan to fake her own death.

    Val Pollard played by Charley Webb lies in the rubble of the collapsed hall of mirrors maze, surrounded by debris and broken mirror glass.
    Val’s death was brutal and shocking (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Val’s tragic death

    In 2015, Pete Barton and Debbie Dingle had a fairground in the village as part of their wedding celebrations. Val was in the hall of mirrors with Diane, having been locked in by Eric, who was fed up with their arguing. When an explosion at the haulage yard caused by Chrissie White, hit a helicopter, tragedy struck. The helicopter plunged into the fairground, trapping Diane and Val.

    Diane was rescued first but Val was stabbed by a shard of broken glass. Her death was shocking as she defiantly stared up at the glass dangling overhead and declared: “Come on then, do your worst.”

    Eric’s heartbreak

    The aftermath of Val’s death was heartbreaking for poor Eric. Because Val had thought about faking her death, it took a while for him to accept she was really gone.

    At Val’s funeral he gave a tearjerking eulogy, saying “Without her I am lost in the dark again”.

    SOB!

    Eric’s since found happiness with Brenda, who’s supporting him through his Parkinson’s diagnosis.

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

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  • Three theories on how Brenda will leave the soap after Lesley Dunlop exit news

    Three theories on how Brenda will leave the soap after Lesley Dunlop exit news

    It has been reported that Lesley Dunlop will exit Emmerdale as Brenda Walker, but it’s not yet known how she’ll leave the Dales.

    A source told The Mirror: “There have been so many exits recently and the talk is of more. With people like Lesley and Roxy potentially in the mix, nobody feels safe.

    “The show has grown a lot bigger in recent years but soaps are expensive to make. It’s inevitable saving money means losing people – but it’s a huge shame all the same for those involved, their friends and colleagues.”

    As speculation has already begun over what Brenda’s exit storyline will be, we’ve taken a look at the theories floating around.

    Brenda concerned on Emmerdale
    Losing Heath and dealing with Pollard’s behaviour have kept Brenda busy in 2024 (Credit: ITV)

    How will Brenda leave Emmerdale?

    It has been a traumatic year for Brenda, as she went through a relationship crisis with partner Eric Pollard following his Parkinson’s diagnosis.

    She was also devastated when surrogate son Heath was killed in a car crash after Angelica lost control of the wheel.

    Lesley, who is married to co-star Chris Chittell in real life, has been a part of Emmerdale for 16 years. Will her character face more trauma before her exit?

    Emmerdale's Brenda serious
    Brenda is leaving Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)

    1. Brenda to die?

    Ten years ago, Brenda survived a brain tumour. Fans have suggested that this could come back or that she’ll meet a grisly end another way.

    Brenda and Eric are happy in their relationship, so some viewers feel death would be the only realistic exit for Brenda.

    “Surely it means they will be killing her off as she wouldn’t leave Eric unless he’s dying so she leaves?,” one fan wrote in an Emmerdale fan Facebook group.

    Another fan agreed, writing: “She’s hardly been in it this year. I’ve got a feeling Brenda will die.”

    2. Brenda to move to Canada

    In 2013, Brenda’s adoptive daughter, Gennie, died after being suffocated by Cameron following a car accident.

    Gennie had a young daughter, Mollie, who lives with her father Nikhil in Canada. Could Brenda decide to move closer to her granddaughter?

    “It’ll break Pollard’s heart when she offs to Canada to be with Nikhil and our Genesis’ kid,” wrote one fan on X.

    Emmerdale's Eric and Brenda talking in the shop
    Will Brenda and Eric get a happy ending? (Credit: ITV)

    3. Brenda and Eric to leave together

    With many viewers struggling to see a way Brenda will leave without Eric, some have suggested that perhaps Eric will go too.

    “I’m hoping she and Eric just gets in a taxi and leaves. Perhaps moving to be closer to David? Since they are a couple irl he could see this as an opportunity to retire. I don’t want to lose Eric, but it’s better than him mourning yet another partner,” wrote one fan on Reddit.

    Another fan agreed, writing: “Yeah that sounds good, especially as they are married in real life. Jacob could go with them.”

    A third viewer suggested that Eric’s Parkinson’s story could be revisited as part of their exit. “His exit story perhaps? He could be leaving with Brenda for specialist care.”

    Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list 2024

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