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  • Charity PTSD to return in Emmerdale following Leyla and Suzy deaths

    Charity PTSD to return in Emmerdale following Leyla and Suzy deaths

    Fans of Emmerdale have predicted that Charity Dingle‘s PTSD will return following the tragic deaths of Leyla and Suzy. Charity was at the wheel when the limousine crashed into an ice covered lake last week – having swerved to avoid son Noah, who was wandering deliriously in the road.

    As the car smashed into the frozen lake, Suzy was killed instantly – sustaining life-ending injuries. The soap later revealed that Leyla had also been injured in the crash. As those around her climbed to safety, poor Leyla was bleeding out – having been stabbed with something sharp when the car diverted from course.

    She passed out as it was just her and Kerry remaining. Although Kerry managed to drag her to shore, by then it was too late – and Leyla died in the ambulance, on the way to hospital.

    Charity looks scared in the limo on Emmerdale
    Charity had been driving the limo when it crashed (Credit: ITV)

    Two dead as Charity crashes limo

    And that’s not to mention Amy – whose life still hangs in the balance as she suffered a massive seizure last night. One can only imagine how poor Charity must be feeling, driving the car when two people were killed.

    Some have wondered whether this might cause her PTSD to resurface. Last year, Charity struggled with her mental health after killing gangster Harry, suffering a bout of PTSD which led her to stab husband Mack in all the confusion.

    Charity since recovered – but will the trauma of the limo crash cause it to return?

    Charity looks traumatised on Emmerdale
    Traumatised Charity struggled with her mental health after killing gangster Harry (Credit: ITV)

    Charity PTSD to resurface following ice limo crash

    Writing on social media, fans shared their thoughts on Charity’s future. And many agreed that tis might cause her PTSD to return.

    “As much as I don’t want another death on Charity’s conscience, I think it could be a way of revisiting her ptsd storyline which they seemed to have completely forgotten about and I for one, am absolutely fine with them revisiting. Raise awareness and that,” wrote one fan.

    “Just had a thought. I think something might happen again with Charity’s mental health,” said another.

    “No cause charity is going to be such a mess after all this isn’t she,” said a third.

    “Amid all the tragedy, I keep coming back to – poor Charity. What will this do to her?” asked another.

    What will the guilt of the limo crash do to Charity?

    Read more: All the ‘flaws’ in limo crash scenes in Emmerdale as fatalities revealed

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  • Emma Atkins on Tom’s downfall as Charity takes him on – and it’s all connected to DI Bails

    Emma Atkins on Tom’s downfall as Charity takes him on – and it’s all connected to DI Bails

    Emmerdale star Emma Atkins has revealed that Charity will finally cotton on to the truth that not all is well with Belle and Tom. In fact, she has teased Charity could be Tom’s downfall. Hallelujah!

    The actress states it’s all down to her own personal history with evil DI Bails. That’s what makes Charity realise something is up. But as she pressures Belle to reveal all, can she get to the truth and help Belle?

    We really hope so!

    Charity talks to Belle on Emmerdale
    Charity pushes Belle – but is it too far (Credit: ITV)

    Charity’s suspicions of Tom grow – and it’s about time

    In upcoming Emmerdale spoilers, Charity is growing very concerned about Belle’s behaviour. She wants Belle to open up and tries to get the other Dingle women – Chas, Lydia and Mandy to help her. But the safe space turns toxic when the questions about her marriage overwhelm Belle and she rushes out.

    Charity follows and won’t let it lie, determined to get her to open up. But emotional Belle sees Tom approaching and violently pushes Charity away before running off.

    Tom spins yet another tall tale that Belle is struggling with her mental health – and everyone apart from Charity buys it. But with the Dingles taking Tom’s side, has Charity missed her chance to prove it?

    Tom then sets about planning to take Belle to a remote part of Wales – he tells her it’s just a holiday, but actually he is interviewing for a job there. He knows Charity is suspicious and if he wants to keep control he has to get Belle away from her family as soon as possible.

    Charity with her head down in the police station as DI Bails stands with his hands in his pockets looking serious
    Charity was abused so she knows the signs (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Emmerdale star Emma Atkins says ‘Charity’s on to Tom’

    Emma Atkins, who plays Charity, has revealed Charity knows exactly what Tom’s game is – and it’s all thanks to men like DI Bails. Charity was abused and raped by Bails and eventually saw him convicted years after the fact.

    Now, as an adult, she knows the signs and knows what to look out for. Her one problem? Getting everyone else to see them too.

    Referring to Charity’s past experience with Bails, Emma told Entertainment Daily: “I felt that if anyone was going to recognise those signs of abuse, it probably would be Charity, because she’s lived and breathed it in her past. She starts to notice behavioural changes in Belle.”

    Emma then went on to say: “She’s on to him [Tom], and I think that’s going to excite the audience in a way, because everybody’s saying ‘when is he going to get found out?’ So I think they’ll enjoy the fact that someone’s on to him, finally!”

    So far, Charity’s efforts have amounted to nothing – but then we know she doesn’t let anything get in her way usually. In Charity versus Tom, we know who our money’s on!

    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.

     

     

  • Emmerdale star Emma Atkins: Award winner, mum of one, and fan of the great outdoors

    Emmerdale star Emma Atkins: Award winner, mum of one, and fan of the great outdoors

    Emma Atkins is best known for playing Emmerdale troublemaker Charity Dingle. The actress joined the cast in 2000, and has been involved in several high-profile storylines.

    Charity is legendary for her illegal scams, multiple affairs, being framed for murder and ending up behind bars.

    The character of Charity is also best known for her on/off fiery romance with cousin Cain, who’s often acted as her partner in crime.

    She’s been married four times and has as many children. Charity is also an accidental murderer after taking the life of gangster Damon Harris, who was holding her husband, Mackenzie Boyd hostage.

    In comparison, actress Emma’s life is far less chaotic. Here’s everything we know about her.

    Emma Atkins on the red carpet at the British Soap Awards
    Emma has played Charity Dingle in Emmerdale since 2000 (Credit: SplashNews.com)

    Who is Emma Atkins?

    Emma Atkins is a British actress who plays Emmerdale’s Charity Dingle. She made her first appearance on the soap back in March 2000.

    Actress Suranne Jones also auditioned for the part of Charity. She went on to play Karen McDonald in Coronation Street.

    How old is Emma Atkins?

    Emma Atkins was born on 31 March 1975, making her 48-years-old. She grew up in the small village of Silverdale in Lancashire.

    Emma’s mother worked in Wakefield Prison and her sister Jillian Atkins is a fashion designer.

    After school, Emma went to study at the University of Salford then pursued a career in acting.

    Emmerdale fans are convinced Charity Dingle will take devastating revenge (Credit: ITV)
    Charity in Emmerdale is force to be reckoned with (Credit: ITV)

    Emma Atkins as Charity Dingle in Emmerdale

    Emma plays Charity Dingle – the irrepressible landlady of The Woolpack.

    She’s been married four times, and her current husband is Mackenzie Boyd, aka Mack.

    Charity has four biological children – daughter Debbie Dingle, and sons Ryan Stocks, Noah Dingle and Moses Dingle. She also has an adopted son, Johnny, from her relationship with his mum, Vanessa Woodfield.

    Charity is a true survivor.

    Following the death of her mother by suicide when she was just a child, Charity ended up living on the streets and fell into prostitution.

    At the age of 14, Charity was raped by police officer Mark Bails, the product of which was her son Ryan. She believed Ryan had died at birth, but years later found out he had survived and was adopted by the midwife Irene Stocks.

    When Bails came back on the scene, Charity bravely managed to have him convicted and he was sentenced to 30 years in prison.

    Charity has recently been in the grips of PSTD, after shooting dangerous criminal Harry dead while trying to protect Mack.

    Emmerdale Atkins smiles on Lorraine
    The actress has also won plenty of awards (Credit: ITV)

    Emma Atkins, award winner

    Emma has been nominated for numerous awards over the years – including Best Actress at the British Soap Awards and Serial Drama Performance at the National Television Awards.

    She’s scooped the Best Actress gong at the TV Choice Awards, Inside Soap Awards and Daily Star Soap Awards.

    Emma Atkin as Lesley in Heartbeat looks shifty
    A part in Heartbeat (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    What else has Emma Atkins been in?

    Emma is of course most recognised as Emmerdale’s Charity.

    She’s also featured in episodes of BBC series Dalziel and Pascoe, Mayo, I’m with Stupid, New Street Law, Doctors and Casualty.

    In 2008, she starred in the seventeenth series of Heartbeat, playing the part of Lesley Ashton.

    Debbie and Charity look upset and tense in Emmerdale
    Charity bid farewell to the Dales in 2004 (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Emma Atkins’ Emmerdale exit

    Emma announced she was leaving Emmerdale in 2004 to explore other opportunities.

    She worked as a jobbing actress for the next five years before announcing her return to soap in March 2009.

    Emma took a second, but shorter, break in 2015 after giving birth to her son, Albert.

    She’s a real-life mum

    Emma is a proud mum of one to her son, Albert. The actress kept her pregnancy a secret from viewers at the time.

    Emmerdale bosses cleverly wrote Charity’s stint in prison to coincide with Emma’s maternity leave.

    The actress welcomed her baby boy just before her 40th birthday in March 2015. She called Albert “the best present” in an interview with The Sun.

    Emma Atkins and partner Tom smile on the red carpet
    Her partner Tom (pictured with Emma in 2014) stays away from the spotlight (Credit: Shutterstock)

    Emma keeps her personal life private

    Emma is in a long-term relationship with her partner, Tom. The actress’s other-half isn’t famous and is reported to be a businessman.

    The couple have made a red carpet appearance together, but on the whole Emma prefers to keep her life away from the spotlight.

    She chooses not to share snaps of either Tom or their son, Albert on social media.

    On Emma’s Instagram – followers will instead find a stunning array of arty outdoors shots (mainly trees) from her walks in nature.

    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.