Tag: Cain Dingle

Name:	Cain Dingle
Year Born:	1974
Joined:	March 30, 2000
Married to:	Moira Dingle
Children:	Debbie Dingle, Nate Robinson, Kyle Winchester, Isaac Dingle
Parents:	Zak Dingle (father), Faith Dingle (mother)
Siblings:	Nathan Dingle (half-brother), Butch Dingle (deceased half-brother), Ben Dingle (deceased half-brother),Caleb Miligan (half-brother), Sam Dingle (half-brother), Chas Dingle (half-sister),Tina Dingle (half-sister), Belle Dingle (half-sister)
Place of Work:	Mechanic at Barton and Dingle Automotives
Played by:	Jeff Hordley
Key Storylines:	Recently on screen, Moira decided to give Cain another chance after his affair with Ruby and he’s embroiled in the cover-up of Anthony’s murder

Following ‘weird’ Nate mention at Zak’s funeral, all the ‘hints’ he’s really dead

Nate Robinson was mentioned in last night’s Emmerdale and, as one fan put it, it was quite frankly ‘weird’. Cain’s son failed to turn up to the funeral of his grandad Zak – and in fact hadn’t even responded to any messages about Zak’s death.

Cain did not seem to think this was odd in any way, shape or form. But we certainly do. Something doesn’t add up here…

Where’s Nate? (Credit: ITV/EI)

Where is Nate Robinson in Emmerdale?

When Moira was in the midst of her brain tumour symptoms she leaned in for a kiss with Nate, which was witnessed by Caleb, who revealed all to Cain. Cain went mad, beat Nate up and disowned him. Tracy, who had rekindled things with Nate, dumped him again and Nate was left with nothing.

He decided to take a job in Shetland and made plans to leave immediately. However, in his last scene before he left he told John Sugden he wouldn’t be going quietly. But then he did exactly that… and we haven’t seen him since.

Meanwhile, the barn he was heading off to to confront Moira in caught fire and no one saw Nate.

Then on Monday, September 15, Tracy received a text message from Nate, which read: “Settling in, head’s a mess, don’t call me, I’ll call you when I’m ready.”

So Nate is apparently in Shetland… Or is he?

The residents gathered for Zak’s funeral – but not Nate (Credit: ITV)

Why Nate didn’t come to Zak’s funeral in Emmerdale

Although plenty of Dingles were missing from Zak’s funeral, Nate’s absence was particularly strange.

In scenes inside the Woolpack Caleb suggested to Cain he was the reason for Nate’s no-show. Cain dismissed his brother and told him Nate hadn’t even replied to Tracy’s text about Zak dying.

WHY WOULDN’T HE EVEN REPLY? Zak did nothing wrong to him! This doesn’t stack up.

Hints Nate is dead in Emmerdale

It was such an odd mention of Nate last night that it got us – and some viewers – thinking. Why not say he couldn’t make it? Or it was too short notice? Why mention him at all and comment that he just hadn’t replied. Surely that’s a huge hint there is more to this?

“Nate still missing in action then? Weird,” wrote one fan on social media. Another queried: “Hang on! Do we still not technically know where Nate is?”

“Is Nate dead? Did he die from his injuries somewhere and nobody knows?” mused a third.

The evidence is adding up – is Nate dead?

This was the last time anyone saw Nate – when he was talking John (Credit: ITV)

1. No one has heard from him

In the month since he left, he’s supposedly sent one message to Tracy. He hasn’t called now he knows about Moira’s brain tumour. He didn’t respond to a message telling him his family member was dead and he didn’t come to the funeral. Has he even checked in on his beloved daughter Frankie? The one he couldn’t bear to be parted with? Come on.

2. He just disappeared

There’s no doubting Nate’s exit was really strange. Either actor Jurell Carter really annoyed someone and was given the worst exit ever, or there’s more to it.

The barn fire was happening as he was on his way to said barn to confront Moira. So why didn’t he make it? Why did he change his mind? So many unanswered questions that hint he’s actually dead.

3. John’s shifty behaviour

John was actually the last person to see Nate alive. He also informed Tracy Nate had just upped and gone. But at the time he was standing very closely guarding his van and making sure the door was firmly shut. He looked shifty. Was that what we now know to be his general demeanour? Or was he hiding something?

Things weren’t exactly peachy last time they met (Credit: ITV)

4. No one cares about Nate in Emmerdale!

Cain’s reaction to his son’s absence at the funeral could not have been less bothered. Tracy hasn’t got a clue where he is and despite one or two tears at the start of his disappearance, she’s not been fussed since. Frankie doesn’t see her dad either. It’s like Nate never existed. Or he’s actually dead somewhere…

Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast for 2024

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18th October 2024
Zakâ€™s funeral was moving, emotional and perfectly fitting – but where was everybody?

The late, great Zak Dingle took his final journey through Emmerdale village last night for his funeral and was laid to rest at home. The episode was moving and emotional as friends and family gathered to say their final farewells to the soap icon.

It comes after actor Steve Halliwell died in December 2023. Emmerdale waited to pay tribute to the man who was so synonymous with the ITV soap.

However, although the scenes were beautifully written and played out – and it was quite right that only the Dingles were around his graveside as he was buried, we – along with other viewers – were left wondering: where exactly was everyone?

Zak’s funeral procession leaves the Woolpack (Credit: ITV)

Zak’s funeral in Emmerdale

The whole week has been a tribute to Zak as we first learned the news he had died on Monday and then Cain and Sam brought his body home on Wednesday. It was revealed he wanted to be buried within 48 hours. So that’s what the Dingles did.

On Thursday October 17, Cain and Sam drove Zak’s body in the rusty old van to the village. Some of the residents gathered to pay their respects and even PC Swirling made an appearance. Which is more than can be said for a lot of the village. But more on that later.

Zak’s coffin was then carried into the pub for one last pint, where memories were shared and stories swapped. Fair play to the production team here, they made the Woolpack seem far far busier than it actually was!

After a good-old sing song in the Woolie, Zak was drummed up the road to his final resting place. The Dingles gathered around his graveside and Tina Dingle then arrived to cause trouble. The less said about that, the better.

Cain couldn’t cope with giving a speech and rushed off, but Belle stepped up with a lovely touch of burying Zak with Lisa’s ashes so they could be together.

It was, all in all, a beautiful, perfect tribute to the character – and the actor – so many loved. Every single Dingle played their part and gave loving and subtle performances (except Tina, obviously!)

But there was just one thing missing: people. Where was everybody?

Mack and Matty weren’t there (Credit: ITV)

Those missing from Zak’s funeral in Emmerdale

Let’s start with the family – the Dingles are huge, but so many of them weren’t there. We get the plot device of Zak wanting to be buried within 48 hours meaning people couldn’t get there in time, but what about the ones who do live in the village? And more importantly those actually related?!

Where was Mack? He’s Charity’s husband, Moira’s brother and basically a Dingle in all-but name. And given he’s involved in just about every single other storyline, why was he not there for this? Too busy helping Billy train for his boring boxing matches maybe?

Marlon’s wife Rhona was also absent, along with kids April and Leo. Vanessa could probably have coped at the vets for a couple of hours on her own, no?

Moira’s son Matty didn’t make an appearance, nor did his wife Amy. Neither Kyle nor Isaac were there to say goodbye to their grandad.

Don’t even get us started on Debbie not turning up – if ever a recast was called for, this was the time. Nate was at least mentioned as was Ryan, but their excuses were poor.

Others in the village also didn’t bother. Nicola, who said she was going to pay her respects, didnâ€™t. Will, who couldn’t even put his plotting against Kim aside for one hour to attend the Woolpack revelries and nod his head. Victoria Sugden didn’t show, Laurel, Charles (although Zak had stipulated no vicars!), Jimmy, Liam to support best friend Cain, Manpreet, Jai. The list goes on.

All of these people have lived beside Zak in the village for a number of years, some have been family through marriage, and yet did any of them pay their respects? Nope.

Faith and Liv’s funeral had a huge turnout (Credit: ITV)

Faith’s funeral

When Faith died and Liv left us days later in October 2023, they were given a joint funeral. And in an Emmerdale first, the entire adult cast lined the village as their bodies processed through.

Yes, this was done in the 50th anniversary year, so it required something special. However, did the great Zak Dingle not warrant the same treatment? Surely the entire village should have turned out for him as well?

In this 30th year of the Dingles, it seems only right that everyone should celebrate them – and bid their farewells. So why were so many people missing?

Fans also felt the absences with many asking on social media: “Where was Rhona, Mack, Mattyâ€¦.?”

Another wrote: “Although this episode was sad and had tears in my eyes I’m not ashamed to say, but I felt there was a lack of farewell respect to the legend Steve Halliwell.”

“I think someone as iconic as Zak Dingle, and for an actor who gave such longevity to the soap, he deserved something more special. I was expecting more returns like Delilah Dingle, Emily Dingle, Bernice, Kathy. Rhona, Mack and Matty weren’t even there,” added one more.

Tina turned up at Zak’s funeral (Credit: ITV)

The Dingles that were there did Zak proud!

Despite the surprisingly poor turn out, there is no denying the Dingles that were there did Zak proud. They made sure he got the send off he deserved and wanted.

The writers pitched each moment and line perfectly and the scenes around the grave were just lovely (minus Tina’s interruption). It was classic Dingle.

It was just a shame more people didn’t turn out to see it.

Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list for 2024

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18th October 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Zak was laid to rest and there’s a new (old) Dingle in town

Emmerdale tonight said a final farewell to the legendary Zak Dingle as he was laid to rest at home. But things were fraught as Cain spiralled and Belle struggled. Not to mention Tina Dingle turning up wanting her cut of the will!

As the Dingles try to hold it together, here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Thursday October 17.

Zak’s funeral brought up emotions (Credit: ITV)

The village gathered for Zak’s funeral in Emmerdale tonight

As the Dingles prepared to give Zak the send off he very carefully planned, it was clear Cain was struggling more than the others. But Belle was also not coping and stayed with her dad alone when the others went to pick flowers.

Cain and Sam drove Zak’s body in the rusty old van to the village with the sounds of Rhinestone Cowboy blaring out of the stereo. The residents turned out – we wouldn’t say in force because there were more than a few missing – with even PC Swirling making an appearance to pay his respects. Zak was then carried into the pub for one last pint. At the pub everyone shared stories of Zak and fondly remembered him.

Things were tough for Cain as he struggled with his new role in the family (Credit: ITV)

Cain found it hard

At the Woolie, Cain was reminded he was now official head of the family and he had to lead the way. But making any sort of speech was too much for him and all he could do was raise a toast to his dad.

One by one all the missing Dingles were mentioned, including Nate, who had never got back to anyone – suspicious, us? Yes! But we’ll save that for another time!

After a good-old sing song in the Woolie, Zak was drummed up the road to his final resting place. The Dingles gathered around his graveside and that’s when a mystery blonde, who had earlier been taking photos of Wishing Well, arrived, swigging whiskey.

Tina Dingle made no friends out of her family at the funeral (Credit: ITV)

Tina turned up

“The one and only Tina Dingle,” Chas declared to the shock of the surrounding family. And Tina made no bones in making her presence felt, throwing insults at all of them one by one. She didn’t even recognise Belle! But it turned out she’s kept in touch with Mandy all these years.

Cain couldn’t cope with giving a speech at the graveside and rushed off. The other Dingles did their best to stay composed as they said their final goodbyes. And Belle decided to bury Zak with Lisa’s ashes so they could be together.

Meanwhile, Mandy had found out Tina’s secret: she’d been taking photos of the house because she’s there for her share. And she was determined she was going to get it. But when she started laying into Sam, Lydia stepped up – and pushed her into a puddle of mud! It was revealed Zak did make a will and left the house to Belle, Cain and Sam. And the fall exposed Tina’s ankle tag – so she’s definitely not whiter than white!

She was then taken away by the police, but declared: “This isn’t over.” So is that the last we’ll see of Tina? Or is another Dingle heading to the village to cause chaos? Whatever your thoughts, there’s no denying she’s brilliant casting – and definitely a Dingle.

Moira ‘fessed up as Cain spiralled

Moira admitted to Cain she had cancelled her operation because of the funeral. She insisted she needed to protect him, but Cain lost it and said he was failing everyone. When Sam referred to him as head of the family again, Cain broke down and said he couldn’t live up to that title.

Sam and Belle then sat together and were upset that the funeral hadn’t given them any closure. But they reasoned they had to sort Cain out, they had to keep the family together.

They question is, without Zak, can they?

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

Caleb and Will continued to plot (Credit: ITV)

Ruby bought Caleb’s lies as he continued to plot

After spending the night in the B&B, Caleb was still struggling to appease Ruby. He also had other troubles as his business deal was set to fall apart. Jai was in his ear and we were left wondering why Emmerdale chose to bother with this storyline on tonight of all nights (or at all, if we’re honest).

After being sent off by Cain to make amends with Ruby, Caleb once again apologised – with a few more lies thrown in about what actually happened, of course. He accused Helen of calling Ruby all sorts of names and said he was protecting her from the insults. Oh Caleb, if ever there was a time to tell the truth, it’s now and you blew it. This will come back to bite you on the bum, mark our words.

The solicitor then called and flagged a payment made the morning Helen died. She’s looking into it and will report back – see, Caleb, we warned you now was the time to be honest…

Will and Kim continued to bicker in Emmerdale tonight

Will was avoiding Kim, who was feeling lonely. She asked Gabby to move back in, that’s how desperate she is!

Back at Home Farm there was more bickering between Kim and Will. We don’t know how many times we have to say it’s boring, but it really is.

Will decided to push Caleb a bit harder to get one over on Kim, but honestly this weird vendetta holds no interest at all.

Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list 2024

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17th October 2024
3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Thursday October 17: Zak’s funeral takes place

Emmerdale spoilers tonight see an hour long episode as the Dingles and other villagers gather to say goodbye to Zak Dingle as his funeral takes place.

However, there is a surprise in store when a long-lost relative appears at his graveside.

Elsewhere, Will and Caleb plot to bring down Kim Tate in Emmerdale spoilers for Thursday, October 17.

The Dingles “raise merry hell” to Zak (Credit: ITV)

A final goodbye in Emmerdale spoilers

1. Zak’s funeral takes place

During yesterday’s episode, Sam and Cain returned home from Scotland with Zak’s body. While Belle was angry that they’d thrown Zak in the back of a van, Cain explained that they had no choice.

Zak had left instructions that he wanted to be buried within 48 hours of his death and wanted a party to end all parties. Cain vowed that they would ‘raise merry hell.’ Tonight’s special episode will see the ‘party’ play out in the form of a funeral.

But the Dingles are in for a shock when a long-lost relative appears at the graveside. Jeff Hordley, who plays Cain revealed: “Itâ€™s someone you might know. Theyâ€™re not going to make things go smoothly for the Dingles.”

Who is it?

Caleb and Will chat about Kim (Credit: ITV)

Caleb and Will plot in Emmerdale spoilers

2. Caleb has money trouble

Caleb is under pressure from the bank. He is operating on a wing and a prayer as he has lied to them about his situation.

3. Will wants to bring Kim down

Kim asks Gabby and Thomas to move back to Home Farm, but Will is suspicious and questions her motives. He is soon put in his place, which leads him to go and have a chat with Caleb.

Will and Caleb chat about bringing Kim down soon. The two men spur each other on in their plan to get one over on Kim. What are they plotting?

Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list 2024

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17th October 2024
â€˜Best episode of Emmerdale everâ€™ say fans after Cain tells the Dingles of Zakâ€™s death

Cain broke the news that Zak Dingle has passed away last night in Emmerdale, and fans have been full of praise.

He told each Dingle individually, breaking the news to them whilst music played over the top of these scenes.

Fans have now hailed Tuesday’s episode (October 15), the ‘best episode of Emmerdale ever’ – and we don’t blame them!

The whole village was rocked (Credit: ITV)

Cain broke the news of Zak death to the Dingles

This week in the Dales, Moira received a phone call from Debbie. She then found out that Zak Dingle had sadly passed away.

Once Cain found out the news, he then made it his job as the new head of the family to tell each Dingle the sad news last night.

First telling Belle and Sam, Cain then continued to make his through the family as he broke the news to each household of the Dingle clan individually.

However, these scenes had music playing over the top which meant that the Dingles’ reactions to the news could only be seen and not heard – a beautiful moment.

The family then came together to support each other as Cain set off in the Dingle van to bring Zak’s body home from Scotland. Sobs.

The scenes were really emosh (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale fans praise soap for ‘best episode’ as Zak dies

With Zak being such a loved character on Emmerdale, the scenes were bound to be emosh. However, viewers were not prepared for just how many tissues they needed to use up whilst watching last night.

Fans have now praised last night’s episode, even calling it ‘the best episode of Emmerdale ever’ – and we can totally see why.

One fan commented: “A very moving Emmerdale tonight. Lots of past character mentions, powerful scenes and the old van. One of the best Emmerdale episodes in recent years.”

Another person added: “One of the most beautiful and heartbreaking scenes ever.”

A third viewer contributed: “Wow. Powerful episode tonight and a fitting was to say farewell to the character in honour of the great actor who played him. RIP.”

A fourth person shared: “Thanks Emmerdale, I just cried for a solid hour. But a beautiful tribute to the man himself!”

Another viewer praised: “Emmerdale at its best. Fitting tribute to a true legend x.”

A final person sobbed: “One of the saddest episode Iâ€™ve ever watched. Emmerdale at its best.”

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16th October 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Soap airs beautiful episode as the Dingles learn of Zak’s death

Emmerdale tonight was all about the Dingles as news of Zak’s death spread. In poignant and moving scenes we saw a family in trauma pull together and be there for each other. Not a scene was out of place and thankfully, Emmerdale got this just right.

Here’s a recap of what happened in Emmerdale tonight, Tuesday October 15.

Zak’s death news hit the Dingles hard (Credit: ITV)

The Dingles found out about Zak

Tonight was the night the Dingles discovered Zak had died. The family gathered at the homestead as the news broke and each other them dealt with it differently. But one thing was for sure: they all supported each other in the way only Dingles can.

Cain stepped up in Emmerdale tonight

News of Zak’s death was slowly sinking in with Cain, who was silent and struggling. More details emerged as Moira revealed Debbie said Zak had been out poaching that morning and had had “the best morning ever” before falling asleep in his chair with a grin on his face. But he never woke up.

Cain knew he had to break the news to everyone in person and set out across the village to deliver the worst. In a beautiful sequence of scenes, we didn’t hear him telling each family member, we just saw it accompanied by solemn piano music. It was emotional, tears flowed, but there was a lovely sense of calm. Bravo Emmerdale for making the best of this heartbreaking story.

And even Monty the dog got his moment, as both Belle and Cain hugged him. Aw!

As the village arrived at Wishing Well to send their condolences to the family, Zak and Cain drove away in the rickety old van to bring Zak home where he belonged.

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

Sam and Belle bonded

Before they discovered what had happened, Sam wanted to get Belle out in the fresh air – he was taking her animal snaring. They went out to their dad’s favourite place, which was poignant since news hadn’t yet reached them of Zak’s death. But Belle wasn’t best pleased when she discovered they were trapping rabbits and tried to rescue them!

She the confided in Sam that she was worried Zak would be disappointed in her – they way she let Tom control her and grind her down. Sam insisted she had not let her dad down – she never could.

As they were walking back from the fields, Cain was waiting to tell them the awful news.

Belle later disappeared and Sam and Cain found her outside. The three siblings looked out over the view and talked about Zak, drawing strength from each other. Sam felt Zak had been with them in the forest while they were snaring. But will that help him make peace with the situation?

Tearful Chas was comforted by Liam (Credit: ITV)

Chas struggled to cope

It was Chas who took the news particularly hard. Unable to be in the room with the family while they grieved, Chas pretended she was going back to work, but she was also unable to be in the Woolpack with all the hustle and bustle there. Liam found her crying at the allotment and insisted on taking her for a walk.

She confided about how fierce Zak was when he was young, how they all went to him when they needed anything and how he was like a dad to her.

Liam was desperate to support Chas, but then Ella called and he didn’t answer. The moment got confused as Liam announced he wanted to be with Chas – but it was unclear how he meant it (or very clear depending on how you look at it!). Chas couldn’t handle it though and told him to go to Ella. WHEN will these two just admit how they feel?

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

Kim was distraught over Zak’s death (Credit: ITV)

Will and Kim grew closer

Will had arrived to ask for a loan, but he found Kim in tears over Zak’s death. He offered her a comforting hug and she melted into Will’s arms. They talked about Zak and he stayed, hugging her some more. He even had the good sense not to ask for the money he’d come crawling for.

Moira made a decision in Emmerdale tonight

She has decided she is not having the operation tomorrow. Matty was horrified, but Moira insisted she couldn’t risk Cain losing his wife less than 24 hours after Zak. Is she making the right decision?

Read more: Emmerdale cast list 2024- who’s who

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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15th October 2024
As the Dingles celebrate 30 years – The best ever Dingle moments

The Dingles feel like part of the furniture in Emmerdale. Their numbers keep growing and their storylines keep getting more dramatic, and it’s hard to remember a time when there wasn’t at least one Dingle in the village!

It’s 30 years since the family burst on to our screens, and they’re right at the heart of storylines this week as the family get the sad news that Zak – the head of the Dingles and Belle, Sam and Cain’s dad – had died.

Emmerdale is celebrating the whole Dingle clan this week, so we decided to join in by remembering some of the best Dingle moments!

Here’s what we chose – what are yours?

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Silly moments for the Dingles in Emmerdale

It’s strange to remember this now but when the Dingles first arrived on-screen, they were often the butt of jokes! Their scams and money-making schemes were the talk of the village – remember these?!

Barry Clegg built the rocket and Butch planned a space trip (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Butch in space

In 1997, Lisa’s ex-husband Barry Clegg built a rocket that ran on pig waste. So of course the Dingles decided to build a rocket and send Butch into space. Mark Charnock, who plays Marlon, says it was his favourite Dingle moment. It won’t surprise anyone to know their attempt to send Butch into space failed!

Hillbilly rock

It’s a bit of a cheat as it wasn’t just Dingles, and it wasn’t just in Emmerdale but the Woolpackers – a country music band – had some chart success back in the late 90s.
Steve Halliwell, aka Zak Dingle, was joined by fellow Emmerdale stars Alun Lewis (Vic Windsor) and Billy Hartman (Terry) as well as Jane Cox (Lisa Dingle), and reached number five in the charts with Hillbilly Rock!

Babies for the Dingles in Emmerdale

We’ve seen five generations of Dingles on our screens and some very memorable births!

Baby Belle’s arrival was a surprise for her parents! (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

A Christmas miracle

Lisa didn’t know she was expecting when she gave birth to baby Belle. She felt a bit peculiar while she was out in the pen, helping Paddy look after a poorly pig. Lisa gave birth to baby Belle with Paddy’s help, on Christmas Day in 1998.

Chas and Paddy said a sad goodbye to baby Grace (Credit: ITV)

Heartbreak for Chas

There was heartbreak for Chas Dingle when she found out her unborn baby wouldn’t survive for long after she arrived. Chas chose to continue her pregnancy and when she gave birth to baby Grace, she and dad Paddy, imagined their daughter’s future. Baby Grace only lived for 29 minutes.

Debbie’s surprise

Teenager Debbie Dingle got pregnant after a brief affair with Andy Sugden. She kept her pregnancy a secret from just about everyone and eventually gave birth to little Sarah in the woods. Debbie struggled with motherhood at first, but she’s now devoted to Sarah and her son Jack.

Weddings for the Dingles in Emmerdale

Robron finally tie the knot

Everyone had waited a long time for Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle to tie the knot. They finally got their shiz together and planned their big day, only for Aaron’s mum Chas give birth to tragic baby Grace the day before. But with Chas’s blessing the pair finally walked down the aisle and made Robron official.

Tina’s revenge

Tina Dingle played a long game of revenge when she seduced brother Ben’s killer, Luke McAllister. She wooed Luke, convincing him and everyone else they had a future, she pretended to be pregnant, planned a wedding and manipulated Luke into selling his family heirlooms. And then she jilted him at the altar. Ouch!

Chas took revenge on cheating Carl on their wedding day (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

Chas gets her own back

Tina was obviously in Chas’s mind when she found out her fiancÃ© Carl King was cheating with Eve Jenson. Just like her cousin before her, Chas kept on wedding planning, pocketing the cash Carl was handing over, and jilted him at the altar. He totally deserved it, let’s be honest. It was Chas’s finest moment!

Debbie and Pete’s explosive wedding

If we’re after the most dramatic wedding in Emmerdale, then Debbie Dingle’s big day with Pete Barton definitely fits the bill. Not only was the bride’s affair with the groom’s brother revealed at the reception, but thanks to a chain of events involving Robert Sugden, Chrissie White and Adam Barton, a helicopter crashed into the party, killing Val Pollard!

Lisa passed away on her wedding day (Credit: ITV)

Lisa’s tragic big day

After finally rekindling her relationship with Zak, Lisa was thrilled when they walked down the aisle for a second time. The pair had a perfect wedding day – the Woolpackers even made an appearance at the reception – and then Lisa headed back to Wishing Well Cottage to change her dress. She sat down next to loyal pooch Monty and passed away peacefully. SOB!

Deaths for the Dingle family in Emmerdale

Of course, with the births and the marriages, there has to come the deaths. It’s the circle of life, as Elton John would say. Here’s the best ones:

Cain gave Faith a memorable ‘trip’ to the seaside before she died (Credit: ITV)

Faith makes her mark

Yes Faith wasn’t the best mum to Chas and Cain, and she didn’t even know newcomer son Caleb, but everyone loved her just the same. From her arrival in Emmerdale to her final days spent on a trip to the seaside (sort of), she stole the show, and her peaceful death with son Cain at her side, was perfect.

Gennie’s tragic demise

It was YEARS ago but we’re still reeling at Genesis Walker’s brutal death at the hands of Dales killer Cameron Murray. Gennie had worked out Cameron was the killer, but he chased her down and killed her. It was a shocking soap moment and one Emmerdale fans will remember forever.

Drama for the Dingles in Emmerdale

Where there’s a Dingle, there’s always drama! It’s hard to pick the most dramatic Dingle moments but here’s a few that got our hearts racing.

Charity bravely faced her abuser in court (Credit: ITV)

Charity v Bails

Brave, bold Charity confronted her past, literally and metaphorically, when she took on her one-time abuser, DI Mark Bails. Not only did Charity face the rapist police officer in court, she also discovered the son she thought had died – Ryan Stocks – was alive and well, and reconnected with him.

Chas and Debbie Vs Cameron

Emmerdale killer Cameron Murray went to jail, only to escape and come back to the village to torment his former lovers Chas and Debbie. In tense scenes, unhinged Cameron held the whole pub at gunpoint, shooting Alicia Metcalfe in the process. And then he pursued a terrified Debbie and Chas through the flooded pub cellar before he was electrocuted and died.

The tension was high as Tom tracked Belle down (Credit: ITV)

Belle and Tom’s axe-wielding confrontation

It’s hard to pick a moment from this ongoing tale, but just a few weeks ago, Belle lashed out and stuck an axe in Tom’s back – and who could blame her?! The moment when a frantic, screaming Belle was on one side of the door, with Tom smashing his way through, Jack Nicholson style, will go down in Emmerdale history!

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15th October 2024
3 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Tuesday October 15: Dingles devastated as they learn of Zak’s death

Emmerdale spoilers tonight see the Dingles take comfort in each other following the news of Zak Dingle‘s death.

During yesterday’s episode, Moira took a phone call from Debbie Dingle informing her of Zak’s passing. She then had the tough job of telling her husband Cain that his dad had died. Cain had only just returned from visiting his dad in Scotland and had informed Moira that Zak was doing much better.

In Emmerdale spoilers for Tuesday October 15, Cain has to tell the rest of the family the sad news.

Cain informs the family of Zak’s death (Credit: ITV)

News of Zak’s death spreads around the village in Emmerdale spoilers

1. Cain is the bearer of bad news

Cain made an unexpected early return to the Dales from Scotland in yesterday’s episode. Shortly after telling Moira that Zak’s health was improving and that his dad had practically bullied him into returning to Emmerdale, news came from Debbie that Zak had died.

Tonight, Cain informs the rest of the Dingle clan that Zak has passed away. News soon spreads and it’s a sad day for the Dingles and the village at large.

Sam, Belle and Cain reminisce about Zak (Credit: ITV)

2. The Dingles take comfort in each other

The bereaved family take comfort in being with each other. Cain and Sam later find Belle outside, staring out at the fields.

The siblings reminisce about their late father, all feeling knocked for six by Zak’s death.

Cain sets off to bring Zak home in Emmerdale spoilers

3. Sam and Cain head to Scotland

The villagers gather on Main Street to wave Sam and Cain off, as they poignantly leave for Scotland to bring Zak home for his funeral, which will take place later this week.Â

An on-screen funeral for Zak was confirmed earlier this year, following actor Steve Halliwell’s death last December.

Read now:Â Belle Dingle: Killer, mental health crisis and domestic violence victim

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15th October 2024
Will Debbie Dingle return for Zakâ€™s funeral following Moira phone call?

In Monday’s episode of Emmerdale (Monday, October 14) Moira answered the phone to Debbie, who informed her of Zak’s death. With Zak’s funeral taking place this week, will Debbie return to the Dales?

Debbie Dingle left the Dales for Scotland in 2019 and last year she was joined by her grandfather Zak Dingle.

With Debbie being his granddaughter and the pair being so close in his final months, it makes sense that she should be at the funeral â€“ but will she make an appearance?

Moira shared Zak’s death with Cain (Credit: ITV/ Composite EI!)

Zak’s death in Emmerdale

Following actor Steve Halliwell’s death last December, Emmerdale has been leading up on an on-screen funeral for his character Zak Dingle. In recent months, Zak’s ill health has been mentioned, with Cain travelling up to Scotland to see his poorly dad.

In Monday’s episode, Moira was speaking on the phone to Cain and told him to give Debbie and Zak her love â€“ not realising that he was no longer with them.

Shortly after suffering another seizure, Cain surprised Moira by arriving home early. He shared the news that Zak was doing much better and had ordered Cain to return home.

However, while he was in the shower, Cain’s phone started ringing. Moira answered and was told by Debbie that Zak had sadly passed away. Further episodes will see Cain tell the rest of the family and they reminisce about Zak before the funeral takes place at the end of the week.

Debbie is currently in Scotland (Credit: ITV/ Shutterstock)

Fans call for Debbie return

From finding out Charity and Cain were her mum and dad to the acid attack on Ross Barton, Debbie has been involved in some pretty hard-hitting storylines, so it’s no surprise that fans want to see her back.

Spoilers tease a surprise guest at Zak’s funeral and fans are praying it’s Debbie. “Would be weird if Debbie didnâ€™t come to the funeral,” one fan said on X, with another adding: “‘We need Debbie back.”

A third fan tagged actress Charley Webb, writing: “Hope it’s @miss_CharleyWebb who returns. Debbie is great,” while a fourth said: “Debbie is my all time favourite Emmerdale character. Having her back even for an episode will be AMAZING.”

Is Charley Webb returning?

In an interview with whattowatch.com last year, Charley spoke about her Emmerdale exit and admitted she had no regrets about leaving.

“It felt like the right time for me personally to make that jump from Emmerdale and I don’t have any regrets about it,” she said. “Iâ€™m ambitious to push myself and itâ€™s just about choosing the right projects from now on.”

Also, due to reported behind-the-scenes friction between Charley and the soap, Charleyâ€™s return to Emmerdale seems pretty unlikely. But some fans have suggested a recast. “Debbie with a new head. How many heads has Ben Eastenders had so far last count?,” joked one fan.

Since leaving Emmerdale, Charley has appeared in a few TV shows. Most notably in the Yorkshire Ripper drama The Long Shadow, in which she starred in four episodes.

Read now:Â Belle Dingle: Killer, mental health crisis and domestic violence victim

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.30pm and 2.05pm.

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

14th October 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira received Zak death news and Billy swore Mack to secrecy

Emmerdale tonight (Monday, October 14) saw Moira Dingle told that she could have her much needed operation tomorrow. After a walk down memory lane with Matty, she decided to go ahead with it. But bad news followed when she answered a call from Debbie informing her of Zak’s passing.

Elsewhere, Amelia continued to see Tom as God’s Gift. Hereâ€™s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight.

Matty convinced his mum to have the operation (Credit: ITV)

Moira received good and bad news

While cooking breakfast, Moira suffered a seizure, which saw her fall forward and burn her hand on the frying pan. Matty was worried about his mum, but relief came when Moira got a phone call from the hospital telling her there had been a cancellation and she can have her operation tomorrow.

Despite this being good news, Moira told Matty she was scared. “It was easier when it was months away,” she said. “It’s like when you arrange a night out, but when it comes to it, youâ€™d rather stop in and stay on the sofa.”

Moira and Matty went for a walk and visited Holly’s tree. They reminisced about Holly and spoke about what her life would be like now. Moira admitted that she was worried that the operation would go wrong and she’d leave her kids without a mum. After Matty told his mum that Holly would want her to do everything she could to get better, Moira resigned herself to having the operation.

“You know Iâ€™m a terrible patient, right? Non stop moaning and full of self pity for weeks…” Not much different from normal then…

Matty told his mum to tell Cain about the operation and not keep secrets. Of course, Cain chose that moment to arrive back from Scotland and wanted to know what secrets. Matty covered for his mum by just telling Cain about the seizure Moira had that morning.

Moira had another moment when she asked Matty to check on the cars. “What cars?” he asked, “Cows, you know what I mean,” she responded.

Cain said he had wanted to surprise Moira. He told her Zak was doing a lot better and had bullied him into coming home. When she later tried to tell him about the operation, she backed out again. All thoughts of the operation were erased when she answered a call from Debbie on Cain’s phone while he was in the shower.

She then had the tough job of telling Cain that Zak wasn’t doing a lot better at all, he has died. Sob.

Mack told Billy he’ll help him (Credit: ITV)

Mack kept Billy’s secret in Emmerdale tonight

Billy bumped into Mack in the village, who told him he could get him some work up at the farm. After Billy responded that that wasn’t enough, Mack continued to surprise everyone by being the voice of reason. He told Billy that farm work was better than doing something ‘really, really stupid’ such as illegal boxing. “Whatever they’re paying you, it’s really not worth it,” he said.

Billy confused Mack â€“ and us â€“ by saying he wasn’t doing it for the money, despite the fact that he literally did it for the money last week.

In the Woolpack over a pint, Billy said that fighting is a way to escape his life â€“ struggling with an ill son.Â “When I’m in there [the ring], thereâ€™s nothing else I can think about,” he said. “This is helping me deal with the worst thing thatâ€™s ever happened to me. So Iâ€™m begging you, please keep this to yourself.”

Later, Mack visited Billy at his house. He told him he’d keep his secret, but wouldn’t let him do it alone. “You need someone looking out for you and for keeping you in shape,” he said.

Mack then quoted Rocky, “You’ll be able to spit nails, kid.” It was completely lost on Billy though, as he is a boxer who has never seen Rocky. Mack spoke for us all when he said: “Wow, OK, we’ve got a lot of work to do then.”

Amelia continues to side with Tom (Credit: ITV)

Amelia continued to be a lovestruck teen

If you didn’t think Amelia could be anymore stupid, you’re wrong.

Tom met Amelia at the cafÃ© and made a big show of being in pain. When Amelia questioned this, Tom responded that it’ll take a while to heal, but ‘it helps knowing I have you by my side.’ Insert eye roll emoji.

Tom informed Amelia that he was going to take her on a special date. Cue Amelia getting dressed up ready for a fun afternoon… at the Woolpack. Yes, he took her to the local pub.

Luckily for Tom, Amelia can’t see the wood for the trees, so when Tom spouted some dross about the Woolpack being special for them and that the more time they spend there the more the locals will accept them as a couple, she went all gooey eyed.

“We can go to Leeds if you like, just think it’s way more special here,” he said. “What’s the point in showing you off in a room full of strangers?” Insert vomit emoji.Â Surely Amelia’s brain will kick into action eventually?

Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight…

Dawn visited Home Farm, initially to see Kim. But when Kim wasn’t there, she eventually confided in her dad that money was tight. Will agreed to find Â£5,000 in order to get her a new car.

While doing some plumbing work at Liam’s house, Sam got emotional talking about Samson. Liam tried to reassure Sam, telling him he was a good dad. Later, feeling cheered up, Sam told Liam he was taking Belle snaring – yes, us neither…

Read more: All the times Queen Kim proved no one is a match for her

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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

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

14th October 2024