Martin Crowe was introduced as a policer officer in Classic Emmerdale, but his story really began when he set eyes on Louise Appleton. Having fallen head over heels, Martin was besotted with Louise.
However, Martin’s full focus was on his beloved daughter Kayleigh, as well as his demanding job in the police force. He remained in the village for just over two years.
Martin first appeared in Emmerdale back in May 2004.
He was introduced as the investigating officer when Jack Sugden was accidentally shot by his adoptive son Andy. Martin then investigated Scott Windsor and Syd Woolfe’s beating of rapist Frank Bernard Harbourne in October 2004.
The flirt was on from day one with Louise and Martin (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Meeting Louise Appleton
Martin’s story really began when he met Louise Appleton in 2005. The duo came across one another at a karate class, which Louise had attended with pal Diane’s young daughter Victoria.
There was an undeniable spark between Louise and Martin from the get-go, but it took a while for anything romantic to happen between the duo. Eventually, they started a relationship and Martin moved into The Woolpack with Kayleigh to live with Louise.
Louise was thrilled to have met a good guy (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Martin’s daughter Kayleigh
Martin was a devoted father to daughter Kayleigh, who he had been granted full custody of after splitting from his ex-wife. While Kayleigh was fond of Louise, she struggled to bond with the youngster.
Louise regularly frustrated Martin with her lack of parenting skills, especially when Kayleigh began rebelling as a teenager. Martin was tough on his daughter, but Louise let her get away with anything, leaving them living in conflict.
Happiness didn’t last (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Heartbreak and exit
When Martin learned Sam Dingle had helped his wife Alice die due to her terminal cancer battle, he vowed to arrest Sam. Louise supported Martin, which caused friction between her and Diane.
During an argument, Diane mentioned Louise’s ex Ray Mullan, who Louise accidentally killed. As Martin overheard, Louise had to confess all to him.
He promised not to report Louise but insisted they could no longer be in a relationship. Martin then moved out of The Woolpack with Kayleigh and exited the village for good in 2006.
Serial killer John has gone down in Corrie history (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Where is actor Graeme Hawley now?
After leaving Emmerdale, Graeme went on to appear in Shameless, The Royal and The Stepfather. In 2007, he landed a role on ITV soap Coronation Street, playing villainous John Stape. He was an English teacher turned kidnapper and serial Killer.
He remained on the soap for four years, before being killed off in October 2011. John’s daughter, Hope Stape, still remains on Coronation Street with mum Fiz.
Graeme has since had roles in Peaky Blinders, Finding Alice, Casualty, Doctors and In with the Flynns.
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers, Martin makes a bold move with Louise, and the village bids a heartfelt goodbye to Seth. These episodes originally aired on the 3rd and 4th of November 2005.
Martin and Louise hit it off at karate class (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Martin and Louise’s budding romance
Louise takes young Victoria to her karate class, only to be roped into joining the session herself. Paired with Martin, there’s a palpable chemistry between them, despite their playful pretense of annoyance.
Youngsters Victoria and Kayleigh, can’t help but spill the beans about Louise and Martin’s mutual crush. Embarrassment aside, Martin courageously asks Louise out for lunch the next day, setting the stage for a new romance.
Nicola’s wedding woes
Meanwhile, Nicola arranges for Laurel to meet a top dressmaker, hoping to inject some excitement into the wedding plans. However, Laurel’s heart isn’t in it, and she disappoints Nicola by showing no enthusiasm.
Laurel’s grieving over Seth’s death, making wedding preparations seem frivolous. The tension peaks when Nicola rebukes Laurel, only to be met with a heartfelt explanation about her sorrow.
Laurel’s heart isn’t really in wedding planning (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Laurel and Ashley want a simple wedding
Laurel realises that her love for Ashley is what truly matters. She decides against Nicola’s elaborate wedding plans, opting instead for a simple, heartfelt ceremony.
Despite Nicola’s disappointment, Laurel stands firm, insisting it’s her and Ashley’s day. In a candid moment, Laurel jokes about wishing they could marry the next day, underscoring her desire for simplicity.
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Debbie’s school troubles
Lisa’s day takes a turn for the worse when she gets a call from Debbie’s headmistress, revealing that Debbie has been skipping school. Furious, Lisa decides Debbie can’t be trusted and must stay home with Sarah.
Debbie is left upset, but Emily’s comforting assurance that she’s happy to look after Sarah gives Debbie a silver lining, allowing her some precious free time.
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Seth is buried, but where is Betty?
The village gathers to say goodbye to Seth, but Betty is noticeably absent, choosing to mourn in her own way. Her evasiveness and the villagers’ speculation add a layer of intrigue to the sombre event.
Seth’s eco-coffin is buried with respect, and the villagers head to The Woolpack to toast the master poacher. Betty, Laurel, and the Dingles eventually join, their muddy shoes hinting at private tributes. Ashley’s curiosity is piqued, but he wisely decides not to ask questions, letting the moment remain a poignant mystery.
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.
In Classic Emmerdale airing on ITV3 on Friday August 2, Betty cancels Seth’s cremation, Debbie throws a dramatic party, and Pearl returns from holiday to shocking news. These episodes originally aired on November 1 and 2 2005.
The villagers prepare for Seth Armstrong’s funeral, but Betty Eagleton refuses to attend. Kim Tate shows she does care about some people when she sends a surprising crate of booze.
Devastated Betty seeks solace in Seth’s hide and chastises him for leaving her. Biff Fowler arrives and convinces Betty that Seth stayed away to spare her pain.
Betty starts to come around but balks at the finality of cremation. Biff supports her decision to halt the proceedings, shocking the villagers. Embracing her memories, Betty buys everyone a drink and leads a heartfelt toast to Seth at The Woolpack.
Eric Pollard, Alan Turner, and Sam Dingle join in, sharing fond memories and poetry in Seth’s honor.
Debbie snogs Daz and throws a party
Meanwhile, teenage drama unfolds as Debbie Dingle snogs Daz Eden to fend off Kayleigh Gibbs. Heartbroken, Kayleigh finds comfort in Louise Appleton, who organises a girls’ night to lift her spirits.
Kayleigh’s awkward questions about sex catch Louise off guard, but she navigates them gracefully. However, soon Martin arrives and his surprise visit causes drama when he reacts to Kayleigh’s make-up.
Daz’s plans for Debbie go wrong (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Daz’s plan backfires
Debbie’s truancy prompts Daz to plan a party, hoping to integrate her back into school life. However, the party spirals out of control.
Debbie’s kiss with a schoolmate alarms Daz, who fears she might make regrettable choices. In a desperate move, Daz fetches Lisa Dingle. Lisa’s arrival and subsequent dragging of a mortified Debbie out of the party mark a humiliating end to the night.
Pearl Laddersbanks returns from holiday, eager to share her experiences. She shows off her holiday pictures, but Betty’s news about Seth crushes her. The revelation leaves her devastated.
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.
Devastation has hit in Classic Emmerdale as Seth Armstrong has died. The beloved gamekeeper at Home Farm was expected to return to the village to be with Betty, but tragedy struck on the plane.
Seth was an icon of the village and even a long-time friend of ice queen Kim Tate. His death hit the residents of Emmerdale hard and his legacy still lives on.
Show icon Seth Armstrong was much-loved by everyone (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Seth Armstrong in Emmerdale, the early years
Born in November 1926, but he never knew his father. In fact, both he and his sister were illegitimate and their births were never registered. And Seth wasn’t even his real name! He as actually called Archibald Seth, but used his middle name as his first.
Although his heritage was unknown a discovery was made in 1991 that he was an illegal descendant of the Verney family, former Home Farm owners. However, this was all later revealed to be an April Fool’s prank played by Seth himself!
Seth was married to Meg. They had two children: Jimmy in 1953 and Fred in 1962.
Throughout the 70s, boiler man Seth did a lot of poaching at Home Farm and was eventually made gamekeeper in 1980.
Though Seth always liked a side-hustle! In 1985 he opened a social club to rival the Woolpack, but the beer made people poorly, so with only a profit of 10p, he closed down!
Seth also worked at the Woolpack and was pretty workshy. But his affable charm – and the fact landlord Alan Turner could blame Seth for his own mistakes – meant he kept his job!
Seth and Betty were couple goals! (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Seth and Betty
When he was 18, Seth had enjoyed a romance with Betty Pendagast. But she had left for London and married someone else.
1993 was not a good year for Seth. In February his wife, Meg Armstrong died and he was grief-stricken. The locals rallied round and helped with cooking and cleaning, but more tragedy struck when his house was destroyed by the plane crash.
However by 1994, things were looking up. Betty returned to the Dales, now Betty Eagleton, and recently widowed. Their old feelings immediately reignited and they planned to marry.
After some thought, the couple decided living together was enough and moved into Keepers Cottage. 1994 proved to be something of a lucky year when Seth was called a hero for shooting ‘the beast of Beckindale’ – although this had been an accident!
Seth stayed loyal to Betty until his 2005 death – even running her ex, Reggie, out of town when he tried to blackmail her. However, despite their love, the couple did split several times.
Seth set up a webcam and documented Betty’s daily routine to everyone on the internet. He earned free breakfasts in return. When Betty found out, courtesy of Edna Birch, she was devastated and left him. But Seth’s public apology saw them reunite.
They separated again in 2002 when Betty went to stay with Kathy in Australia after she had given birth. Seth was worried Betty would want to move to Oz, but she insisted she would never leave Emmerdale.
Kim does have a heart! (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Seth Armstrong and Kim Tate in Emmerdale
In a time when no one was friends with Kim Tate, Seth Armstrong broke the mould! In fact, Seth was one of the only ones to defend her when her lover Dave Glover died. The village turned on Kim for her affair with Dave, but Seth stuck up for her and was by her side.
In 1998, Kim married Steve Marchant and it was Seth who gave her away. When Seth died, Kim sent a crate of booze to his funeral.
He survived a lot (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Seth’s scrapes!
Rogue Seth was always in and out of trouble! He was beaten up by badger baiters in 1986. And in 1988 he went out into the woods with Jackie Merrick to hunt a fox that was bothering the village. But Jackie accidentally shot himself and died, throwing Seth into heartbreak as he believed he should have died instead.
It was feared Seth himself had died in the 1993 plane crash after he was thrown out of the pub and his house destroyed. But he eventually turned up just fine, much to everyone’s relief.
Seth was attacked by poachers in 1989, and in 1999, led the search party for Rachel Hughes, who was sadly discovered dead.
He was involved in a bus crash in March 2000 and initially Betty thought he had been killed. However, he was found and taken to hospital, where he recovered. But just months later, he won some money on the horses and was mugged by two young girls. The incident caused him to develop agoraphobia. The villagers once again rallied round and helped him to leave the house again.
Betty was never reunited with Seth. Sniff. (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Seth Armstrong in Emmerdale dies
Seth himself went to Australia in 2003 to see Kathy and never returned. Betty was hurt, but he sent her a plane ticket to visit him there instead.
It was then revealed by Kathy, who returned for the funeral, that Seth had been ill and knew he was dying. He had wanted to come home so he could be with her in his birthplace when he went.
In true Seth style, his funeral was held with a wake at the Woolpack – but his coffin was smuggled out to the woods, where he was buried illegally, as per his final wishes! The coffin that was put in the cemetery was a replica and only Betty, Laurel Thomas, Zak and Sam Dingle ever knew the truth.
Who played Seth Armstrong in Emmerdale?
Seth was played by the great Stan Richards. Born on December 8 1930, in South Yorkshire, Stan played Seth from 1978 to 2004, making him one of the longest-serving characters on the show.
Before taking up acting, Stan had been a stand-up comedian and a pub pianist. He also had roles in Coronation Street, Last of the Summer Wine, Crown Court and All Creatures Great and Small.
After a break from Emmerdale between 2003 and 2004, Stan wanted to go back, but sadly died of emphysema on February 11 2005 before he could return. Seven months later, an off-screen death was written for the character so the soap could pay their final respects to the actor.
Stephanie ‘Steph’ Stokes in Emmerdale was the scheming daughter of Alan Turner and mother of Tricia Dingle. She came to the village in 2002 and spent the next four years wreaking havoc. Still to this day Steph is regarded as one of the soap’s best ever villains.
The character was portrayed by actress and former model, Lorraine Chase.
A former jailbird, Steph was selfish to the core and didn’t care who she hurt along the way. Breaking the law was second nature to her, as was stealing other people’s fellas.
Steph’s reign of terror finally came to an end when she was jailed for the murder of her abusive brother, Terence. But in a shock twist, she didn’t actually commit the crime.
So why did Steph take the rap? And where is she now? Everything you need to know is here.
Tricia wasn’t best pleased to see her mum (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Steph Stokes and her arrival in Emmerdale
Ex-con Steph was introduced to Emmerdale viewers on September 3, 2002. She turned up at daughter Tricia’s engagement party and instantly turned heads with her glamorous appearance.
Kind-hearted Tricia agreed to give her mum a chance to redeem herself and Steph decided to stay. She began working for Rodney Blackstock at the Antiques Barn and showed talent for spotting valuable items.
After attempting to flee to France with Rodney’s prized porcelain, Steph struck up a romantic relationship with her boss. They became engaged, but Steph eventually jilted Rodders after realising he wasn’t as well off as she thought.
Things between Steph and Alan were strained at best (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Steph’s complex relationship with dad Alan in Emmerdale
Steph had a complicated and often strained relationship with her father. She had never forgiven him for abandoning her when she was a young girl.
Alan disapproved of many of things Steph did, but tried his best to support her choices. When Steph’s best friend Shelley Williams arrived in the village, Alan paid for them to open a beauty salon.
But in January 2004, tragedy struck when Tricia was killed in a storm. Steph and Alan were initially united in their grief. But as Steph plunged into depression, Alan grew closer to Shelley.
The discovery that her father was sleeping with her best friend sickened Steph. Unable to control her jealousy, she started a vicious rumour that Shelley was a gold-digger. It did the trick and Shelley dumped Alan shortly afterwards.
Relations between father and daughter then went from bad to worse.
During a heated row, Alan declared he wished Steph had died, not Tricia. She responded by pushing him down the stairs, which caused him to lose his memory. Steph then started drugging Alan to keep him under her control. Shelley returned to Emmerdale in search of Alan, and Steph kidnapped her friend, locking her in the B&B cellar.
Events came to a dramatic head when Steph attempted to kill her and Alan by driving them over the edge of a quarry. She stopped herself at the last minute and was arrested. Steph was questioned by the police over the whereabouts of Shelley – who by this point had disappeared.
The horrified Emmerdale locals were convinced Steph had murdered Shelley and branded her ‘psycho Steph’.
Shelley met a watery end (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
The saga of Steph and Shelley
Whilst in prison, Steph was in the grips of a mental health crisis and started experiencing flashbacks of her killing Shelley.
Shelley soon turned up again – alive and well – but refused to forgive Steph’s past sins.
The ladies were reunited on board a ferry in March 2005, which turned out to be Shelley’s last journey. Steph pleaded with Shelley to return home to Alan and tried to grab her friend’s arm. But their heated confrontation resulted in tragedy when Shelley took a tumble overboard.
Steph feared she’d be suspected of murder and chucked Shelley’s suitcase into the water, before returning to the village as if nothing had happened.
Terence was killed by Steph’s husband (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Steph’s terror at the hands of brother Terence
Steph thought she’d finally found her happy ever after when she met handsome doctor Adam Forsythe. Romance blossomed, and Steph fell in love for the first time in her life. It also gave her the courage to share with Adam the dark secrets of her past.
Steph bravely revealed she’d been sexually abused as a child by her brother Terence Turner. She also came clean to Adam about Shelley’s watery end. But instead of running a mile, Adam pledged his support to Steph.
Shortly afterwards, Steph’s past came back to haunt her when Terence arrived in the village. A violent alcoholic, he started to make her life a misery all over again.
But events took a shocking turn when Adam arrived back at the B&B to find Terence terrorising Steph. A fight broke out, and Adam bludgeoned Terence to death with a fire extinguisher, before burying his body in the woods.
Adam then whisked traumatised Steph to Barbados, where they married. The newlyweds came back to the Dales and Adam began drugging his wife to ensure she didn’t out his killer secret.
Steph was last seen mourning Alan (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Steph’s arrest and imprisonment for murder
After realising Adam’s true nature, Steph decided to take back control in her life. But then Terence’s body was found and she was arrested for murder.
Steph protested her innocence throughout her trial, but when Shelley’s suitcase was found floating in the sea she knew it was game over. Steph pleaded guilty to killing Terence to ease her conscience over what she did to Shelley and Alan.
It was a final, and shocking, act of selflessness, but Alan was proud of his daughter for being ‘honest’.
Steph was sentenced to life imprisonment and told she’d likely spend the rest of her days behind bars.
The character made a final memorable appearance in October 2013 when she returned for Alan’s funeral. Steph arrived dressed in her best and handcuffed to a prison officer. She then returned to jail – not before hurling a few insults at the locals.
And as far as anyone knows, Steph remains under lock and key. No doubt causing mayhem amongst her fellow inmates.
Lorraine made her name in the 1970s (Credit: Cover Images)
Who played Steph Stokes in Emmerdale?
Steph Stokes in Emmerdale was played by actress Lorraine Chase.
Born on July 16, 1951 in South East London, Lorraine started her career as a model. She shot to fame appearing the 1970s adverts for Italian liquor Campari.
Lorraine then made the switch from modelling to acting, starring in television shows such as Worzel Gummidge, The Other ‘Arf and Lame Ducks. Her CV also includes episodes of Casualty, The Bill, My Family and Doctors.
She won her role in Emmerdale after then-executive producer Steve Frost noticed the resemblance between Lorraine and Sheree Murphy (who played Steph’s daughter, Tricia).
In 2011, Lorraine was a contestant on the 11th series of I’m A Celebrity, finishing in ninth place. Lorraine’s time in the jungle was fraught with tension after fellow campmate Pat Sharp threatened to burn her teddy bear.
Lorraine’s now a reality TV pro, having appeared on Celebrity Carry on Barging and Celebs on the Farm.
Where is Lorraine Chase now?
Lorraine Chase is still in the acting game.
She was last seen on screen in 2019 when she appeared in an episode of BBC medical drama, Holby City.
She’s also a patron of the theatre charity The Music Hall Guild of Great Britain and America.
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Wednesday July 31, Steph finally confesses her feelings to Adam, while Kayleigh and Victoria’s daring theft causes a commotion at the Post Office. These episodes originally aired on October 27 and 28, 2005.
Steph makes an unexpected admission (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Steph and Adam’s unspoken truth
Adam tries to break through Steph’s walls after the previous evening when she tried to stab him with a knife. Despite his attempts, Steph’s embarrassment leads her to push him away.
Adam feels frustrated by her actions, so he decides to respect her boundaries, convincing Steph that he might not be interested. In a surprising turn, Adam decides to leave. This prompts Steph to confront her true feelings. In a heartfelt confession, she admits she cares for him.
Daring theft at the post office
At the village Post Office, Daz challenges Kayleigh and Victoria to steal something. Viv catches them red-handed and calls Martin and Louise. Martin persuades Viv not to press charges. The situation escalates into a heated argument with Louise. However it’s clear the kids aren’t the only thing causing tension between these two – there’s definitely a rising sexual tension in the mix too! How long can Louise and Martin fight it?
Del and Carl’s misunderstanding
Val urges Del to use Carl’s grief to their advantage by securing a contract with Home Farm. Sensitive to Carl’s recent loss of his brother Max, Del refrains from pushing the agenda. She chooses to offer friendship instead. However, soon enough Val’s meddling reveals Del’s initial motives to Carl. He feels furious and mistrustful.
Del’s second chance in jeopardy
Del’s desperately tries to mend things with Carl, but her efforts fall flat. He declares she’s ruined her chances with him after Val’s revelation. Despite her genuine feelings, Carl remains unconvinced. Tension continues in their budding relationship.
Betty is thrilled with Kathy’s news about Seth (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Betty feels thrilled by a message from Kathy announcing Seth’s return to celebrate his birthday. The villagers buzz with anticipation. They spread the joyous news of Seth’s upcoming return to Emmerdale.
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.
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Tuesday July 30, Adam and Steph’s unexpected romance takes a dark turn, while Alice’s health scare finally comes to a head.
Elsewhere, Debbie faces a disappointing birthday and Louise meets a new man. These episodes originally aired on October 25 and 26 2005.
Adam and Steph share an awkward moment (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Adam and Steph’s awkward date
Adam and Steph’s dinner date at The Woolpack takes an unexpected turn. Betty Eagleton joins them! Not quite the romantic evening Adam had in mind!
Then, Adam’s polite assertion that they are on a date surprises Steph. The real shock comes later, however, when at the B&B, Adam makes a move, kissing Steph on the neck. Her reaction is swift and severe; she warns him off with a knife, leaving Adam terrified and Steph horrified by her own rage.
Divorce finalised, but sparks fly
Meanwhile, Adam and Isla Forsythe finalise their divorce. After signing the papers, Adam helps Isla to her car. Steph hides her jealousy behind a forced smile.
Adam corrects Steph’s misunderstanding about Isla moving back in. This brings a sly smile to Steph’s face and leaves Adam feeling pleased with himself. But do they have a future together?
Alice gets the all clear (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Dingle relief as Alice gets the all-clear
The Dingle clan nervously waits at the oncology clinic for Alice Bates’ test results. Zak tries to keep Sam’s spirits up, but the tension is palpable.
When Alice announces she is cancer-free, the relief is overwhelming. Tears of joy flow, bringing a rare moment of pure happiness for the Dingles. But how long will it last?
Karate class chemistry
Victoria Sugden’s karate class takes an amusing turn. Louise Appleton is roped into participating. She’s partnered with Martin Crowe, Kayleigh’s dad, and their undeniable chemistry is obvious. The young girls plot to get the two together.
A birthday forgotten
Debbie Dingle’s sixteenth birthday does not start off as planned. Her family forgets her special day, leaving her feeling neglected. When Lisa finally remembers and hastily organises a party, Debbie is unimpressed. She feels overshadowed by Sarah Sugden Jr., sparking a bit of birthday drama.
Family reunion fail
Tom King is eager to mend family ties. He invites his sons to live with him at Home Farm. However, Jimmy bluntly refuses. He cites his disdain for living under the same roof as Sadie. Tom is upset, and the family reunion is in jeopardy.
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.
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers, Ethan makes a jaw-dropping confession during a church service, while Alice has a devastating health scare. These episodes, airing on ITV3 on Monday July 29, originally aired on October 23 and 24 2005.
Anger turns to joy for Laurel and Ashley (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Ethan makes a shocking sermon confession
Ethan leads the Sunday service as Ashley rushes Gabby to the hospital after a medicine mishap. During the service, Ethan shocks the congregation by confessing his love for Laurel. He admits to misleading Bishop Postlethwaite about Ashley and Laurel’s relationship to keep them apart.
This revelation forces Ethan to leave the village in shame. Ashley, filled with regret for doubting Laurel, apologises. The Bishop grants permission for their marriage. Ashley then proposes to Laurel, reigniting their future plans.
Wedding bells and clashes
Laurel and Ashley’s engagement news spreads joy, but not everyone is pleased. Betty teases Edna for doubting Laurel’s character. Meanwhile, Nicola’s excitement about wedding plans quickly turns into a clash with Lesley over Nicola’s behaviour towards Ivan.
Laurel dreams of a lavish wedding, but Ashley prefers a quieter affair. Their different personalities emerge as they plan their future together. Can they make it work?
The Dingles’ golden dream
Meanwhile, over at Home Farm, the Dingles are on a fishing adventure. Shadrach is convinced he’s spotted something shiny and valuable in the lake’s depths. Zak daydreams about striking gold, but given the Dingles’ luck is either really a likely story? At least it gives us all some laughs.
Alice fearfully awaits her test results (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: A terrifying diagnosis for Alice
Things are tough for Sam and Alice as he fears for her health. The couple, distracted and sombre, joins the family in their underwater treasure hunt. However, they soon decide to share their terrifying news: Alice might have cancer.
The Dingles are left stunned but promise to support Alice as she awaits her test results.
Victoria’s karate conundrum
Victoria complains about having no one to take her to karate lessons with Jack and Diane away. Louise reluctantly steps in, though she wishes Victoria had more traditionally girly interests.
Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Steph’s jealousy
Steph battles her jealousy when Adam’s wife, Isla, visits to finalise their divorce. The tension adds yet another dynamic to the village’s already complex relationships.
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.
In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for Friday July 26 on ITV3, Sadie suspects an affair between Jimmy and Kelly, while Laurel and Ashley face a shocking break-up after a devastating accusation. These episodes originally aired on October 20 and 21 2005.
Classic Emmerdale: Sadie has suspicions
Sadie can’t hide her annoyance when she bumps into Kelly, all dolled up for another secret rendezvous with Jimmy. After overhearing a flirty comment and a suspicious phone call, Sadie confides in Matthew that something is going on between Jimmy and Kelly.
Matthew suspects jealousy on Sadie’s part, but she assures him her reaction is because Jimmy should still be mourning Max. However, Matthew’s feelings for Sadie are strong, and she has to remind him of their pact not to act on their emotions.
The tension between them is electric and undeniable.
Sadie and Matthew are losing the fight against their feelings (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Matthew and Sadie struggle with their secret
Matthew’s resolve soon weakens as he confesses to Sadie that they can’t keep ignoring their feelings for each other. Sadie visits him later, admitting she feels the same but insists they can’t act on it because of their complicated pasts and the business.
Jimmy’s lavish gift
Meanwhile, after another passionate night, Jimmy gifts Kelly an expensive handbag. Donna notices the bag and digs for details about Kelly’s mysterious lover. She is shocked when Kelly reveals it’s Jimmy.
Lisa feels disappointed to learn that Cain is out of a job again. She takes matters into her own hands by visiting Dawn, hoping she will rehire Cain.
Dawn refuses, citing trust issues, but offers Lisa a job at the garage instead. Lisa cleverly negotiates that Cain will assist her once he’s back, securing a future for him.
Classic Emmerdale: Val’s kind gesture
Val steps in to help Sandra after Eric turns her away from the factory for lack of experience. Feeling sympathetic, Val offers Sandra a job regardless. This small act of kindness could start something better for Sandra.
Laurel breaks up with Ashley (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Laurel and Ashley’s heartbreak
Ashley informs Laurel that Ethan is claiming she made advances on him. Ashley doubts Laurel’s innocence and the pressure from the Bishop leads to a shocking break-up.
An incredulous Laurel ends their relationship, leaving Ashley stunned and Ethan with mixed feelings of satisfaction and regret.
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.
In this week’s Classic Emmerdale, things have been heating up between Kelly Windsor and Jimmy King, as the pair take to a hotel together following a run-in with bad vicar Ethan Blake.
In episodes which aired today (July 25), steamy scenes see Jimmy and Kelly share a steamy bubble bath together. Meanwhile, back in the village, she stirs the pot by gossiping with Edna Birch about a supposed affair between Ethan and Laurel Potts.
Played by actress Adele Silva, Kelly was one of Emmerdale’s most memorable residents, appearing on the soap from 1993 to 2007.
But what happened to Kelly Windsor… and could Adele ever return to the soap?
Adele Silva played Kelly on Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/YouTube)
Who was Kelly Windsor?
Kelly first appeared in the village in 1993, along with her mother Viv, father Vic, stepbrother Scott and half-sister Donna.
During her time, Kelly became known for a series of high-profile and often controversial romantic attachments. This included a relationship with stepbrother Scott. The resulting affair led to the collapse of her marriage to Roy Glover and a subsequent mental health crisis which led her to try and take her own life.
For a while, it looked as though Jimmy may be the one, but he jilted her at the altar after he learned that she’d both aborted his child (doing so to keep a lucrative modelling contract) and kissed Eli Dingle.
She left the soap again in 2007, briefly returning in 2011… with Jimmy’s son, Elliot, in tow.
Adele left Emmerdale to pursue career opportunities beyond the Dales (Credit: ITV/YouTube)
Why did Adele Silva leave Emmerdale?
Speaking to The Sun at the time, Adele revealed how she left Emmerdale out of a fear of being typecast.
“I look quite young and everyone thought of me as being Kelly the schoolgirl. I struggled to get away from the little girl image. I’ve grown up a lot, though, and I’m looking forward to going back and showing the cast and crew that I’m now a sexy woman,” she told the tabloid about her 2000 exit.
She left again in 2007, taking what was initially supposed to be a 12-month break to focus on other projects. Her return was confirmed for 2008…. but it took her four years to return to the soap.
When she did, she did so as a part of Jimmy’s amnesia storyline. Once this was up, she left again, declining to return to the soap after the birth of her first child in 2014.
Adele’s other TV appearances include Celebrity Mastermind (Credit: BBC/YouTube)
What else has Adele Silva been in?
During her time away from Emmerdale, Adele appeared on episodes of Lily Savage’s Blankety Blank, Celebrity Fear Factor and the third series of Hell’s Kitchen.
In 2008, she appeared in the comedy-horror film Doghouse alongside EastEnders star Danny Dyer, and, uh, Strippers vs Werewolves in 2011.
She went on to play Angela in Hollyoaks, briefly appearing in the Channel 4 soap opera across several episodes in July 2015.
Between acting work, Adele was spotted working at a clothing store in Los Angeles – pictured cleaning windows in a branch of Ted Baker.
“I was taking time out, travelling and living in New York and Los Angeles. I knew the manager and as I love clothes, I thought it would be a nice way to meet people because it’s hard to make friends in a place like LA. It can be isolating. I did a drama course for the same reason,” she said during a 2011 interview.
Adele is now a teacher at the National Film and Television School.
Former Emmerdale star Adele Silva – husband, family and children
Adele is mum to Sienna (Credit: Shutterstock)
Just 15 weeks before she joined Hollyoaks in 2015, Adele gave birth to her daughter Sienna.
She revealed during an interview with Lorraine at the time that she had suffered three miscarriages before having her longed-for child. Sienna is now nine.
Speaking to OK just after Sienna’s birth, Adele admitted: “I thought we’d never get here.”
Sienna’s dad is Adele’s long-term partner Oliver Farber. Prior to meeting Oliver, Adele was in a relationship with Blue singer Anthony Costa.
The actress hasn’t ruled out a return to the soap (Credit: ITV/YouTube)
Will Kelly Windsor ever return to Emmerdale?
While Kelly hasn’t returned to the Dales since her 2011 exit, the door remains open for her return. Calls for her return include Mandy Dingle star Lisa Riley, who said to Inside Soap earlier this year: “I think she’s a great actress and there’s a lot of untold stories there.”
And Adele herself told The Sun in 2022 she’d be up for a return.
“I’d definitely go back if they asked me,” she said. “Obviously Kelly’s son is there and she’s not seen him for years.
“Then there’s little April. You can imagine Marlon’s face if her auntie Kelly turned up. He’d be horrified.”
And with her daughter, Sienna, being older now, Adele admitted it would be a good time to return.
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