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  • 4 convincing theories looking at what’s wrong with Joe Tate on Emmerdale – Transplant to brain tumour like his dad

    4 convincing theories looking at what’s wrong with Joe Tate on Emmerdale – Transplant to brain tumour like his dad

    Something is clearly wrong with Joe Tate in Emmerdale as he’s been seen popping pills after struggling, but what is it?

    He’s come back to the village a new man, same face but different personality it seems. He’s actually being nice to Kim, which is somewhat concerning…

    But, has he really gained some morals? Perhaps ill health has made him see the light at long last. As we ponder that possibility, here are four huge theories as to what could be up with Joe.

    Joe's promo pic
    Is he looking for a donor? (Credit: ITV)

    1. Transplant

    Joe doesn’t look to be very well, clearly taken some sort of medication for a reason. One theory is that he’s got an illness like leukaemia and has returned to the village in the hope of finding a transplant donor.

    Noting that Joe has recently been in touch with Jamie, one fan reckoned that Jamie wasn’t a match so now he’s working his way round the family in the hopes of finding someone to save him.

    One fan wrote: “Joe suddenly getting in touch with Jamie was to get him tested and obviously he wasn’t a match. Jamie left Emmerdale before Caleb came and Jamie talks to no one in the village but Joe knew of Caleb’s existence. He mentioned him to Charity. He has done his research. Caleb (and Noah) could be a potential match.

    “I think it’ll be Caleb (not Noah).”

    Another fan added: “That’s my guess – leukaemia, he’s had some chemotherapy, but now needs a bone marrow transplant. So he’s looking for a close relative who could be a match.”

    Joe Tate serious
    Could something really serious be the matter? (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale Joe Tate 2. Brain Tumour

    Another theory is that Joe could have a brain tumour and actually be dying. He might therefore be back in the village to make amends with Kim before he passes.

    This would mean that Joe would have the same illness that his father Chris Tate had.

    Before his original exit, one fan reckoned that Joe could have a brain tumour.

    “Joe Tate is so delusional, wonder whether he’s got a brain tumour like his dad Chris had?”

    If he kept this a secret all this time but his condition had gotten progressively worse, has he felt forced back into the village now that he’s received a worrying prognosis perhaps?

    Emmerdale's Joe serious
    Is he hiding something troubling? (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale Joe Tate 3. Heart defect

    We all know that Frank Tate died of a heart attack. It is possible that Joe also has a problem with his heart, which would make sense as to why he recognised the signs of Will’s heart attack.

    He was also seen taking medication in some obvious pain, which could be linked to the heart. This may be why Joe felt the need to help Will, as he also runs the risk of having a heart attack himself due to a defect. Unless, something else is wrong with Joe?…

    Joe serious
    Has Joe been driven to addiction? (Credit: ITV)

    4. Addiction

    Perhaps, when Joe was seen taking medication it was actually down to an addiction he’s developed. Before Joe left the Dales previously, he’d suffered a right attack by Cain which was so bad that Cain had presumed that he’d died.

    Could he now be taking medication to manage that initial pain from his run-in with Cain all those years ago?

    Just what is wrong with Joe?

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

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.

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

  • Caleb and Ruby to both die this year after Romeo and Juliet clue, fan theory fears

    Caleb and Ruby to both die this year after Romeo and Juliet clue, fan theory fears

    Emmerdale fans are concerned that Caleb and Ruby could die following a comment about them being the modern day Romeo and Juliet.

    In Monday’s episode (Monday, January 6) Caleb reminisced about he and Ruby having to sneak around. Now fans are worried that this could be a clue of what is to come.

    Both Caleb and Ruby have proven to be popular characters since joining the ITV soap. But could the end be near for them?

    Caleb and Ruby danced in the kitchen (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale?

    Following the revelation that Anthony Fox sexually abused daughter Ruby when she was a teenage, there has been lots of hints that Steph might not be Caleb’s daughter.

    In a recent episode of Emmerdale, Caleb Miligan once against spoke about the time Steph was conceived.

    Playing Made of Stone by the Stone Roses, he grabbed Ruby as he told her “it’s our song”.

    While Steph mocked her parents for listening to old music, Caleb informed her that the song was the soundtrack to her being here. “There we were, me and your mum, playing tunes like this and sneaking around. Hiding in corners and well several things lead to several other things,” he told a mortified Steph.

    During this time, Anthony had made his way into the room and was watching on. Caleb spotted him and added: “And you know what? It was all to avoid the disapproval of someone not a million miles from here.”

    Anthony then said: “I guess you were the modern day Romeo and Juliet,” with Caleb agreeing that yes they were.

    Fans are concerned that Ruby and Caleb could die (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale Fan theory predicts sad ending for Caleb and Ruby

    Following the episode, a fan took to social media to question if there was a deeper meaning to the Romeo and Juliet comment.

    “Erm ‘Modern day Romeo & Juliet’ comment in tonight’s Emmerdale… that better not be a hint to Caleb and Ruby both dying later this year. Ruby is one of the best things to happen to Emmerdale in a long time, so I’ll be raging,” they wrote on X.

    Another fan agreed and added: “Well we know from the flashforword, Caleb will be in hospital and at death’s door.”

    Could this theory become a reality?

    Read more: 12 Emmerdale spoilers for next week

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  • Will is definitely dead – all the evidence as fans refuse to believe his demise is real

    Will is definitely dead – all the evidence as fans refuse to believe his demise is real

    Emmerdale fans are refusing to believe that Will Taylor is dead despite the evidence stacking up that the character has indeed passed away.

    Will died after having a heart attack on Christmas Day. But fans are still convinced his death was a set up.

    Along with his death being shown on screen, actor Dean Andrews has also posted a goodbye message. Yet this isn’t enough to convince some viewers that Will will not be returning to the soap.

    Fans believe Will is still alive (Credit: ITV)

    Will dies in Emmerdale

    In the lead up to his death, Will had been plotting with financial advisor Peter to bring Kim Tate down. Following Joe Tate’s surprise return, he revealed all to Kim about her husband’s plan.

    Will tried to defend himself, but the Christmas Day episode ended with him clutching his chest. In the Boxing Day episode, Kim watched on sceptically, believing Will was faking the heart attack for sympathy.

    It was only when Joe returned to Home Farm that Kim finally realised Will was in desperate need of medical attention and she started to help him.

    Kim called 999 and followed instructions to try and save his life. Paramedics soon arrived, but they quickly realised nothing could be done and Will was pronounced dead.

    Since then, Will’s daughter Dawn has suspected that Joe could be involved in her dad’s death. But following a call from the coroner, who confirmed Will died of natural causes, Dawn apologised to Joe.

    However, scenes showing Will dead on the floor and the coroner’s report are still not enough to convince some fans that Will isn’t coming back.

    Will was played by Dean Andrews (Credit: ITV)

    Dean Taylor shares exit message

    Following some speculation that Will is still alive, actor Dean Andrews posted a video on Instagram to shut down the fan theory.

    “Hi everyone – Dean Andrews here,” he said.

    “I just wanted to come on to thank everybody that has sent messages regarding my departure from Emmerdale. There was a little conjecture as to whether Will was dead – he is dead, he’s gone. I’ve been left for around seven or eight weeks.

    “I’d been there for around five-and-a-half years, and in that [time] I worked with some really lovely people – some amazing crew and my little family along the way have always been lovely to work with so I thoroughly enjoyed it. But it’s time to move on, and move on we shall.”

    Kim was emotional when Will proposed a vow renewal (Credit: ITV)
    Fans believe Kim is being set up (Credit: ITV)

    Fans refuse to believe Will is dead

    Despite the death being shown on screen, including paramedics declaring Will dead, and the actor’s goodbye message, fans still believe there is a twist.

    After Dawn spoke to the coroner on the phone, fans took to social media to claim the call had been fake.

    “I bet it wasn’t the coroner on the phone,” said one fan, while another added: “I bet he is alive and it was all a set up.”

    A third fan said: “Will has definitely set his death up with Joe, they are going to wreak havoc in Home Farm.”

    A fourth fan said: “The thing I find odd is that in real life a post mortem would take a while as would dates for a funeral.”

    “I don’t believe he is dead. I’ve said that all along. They are trying to set Kim up,” wrote a fifth fan. While a sixth simply said: “I smell a rat.”

    What more evidence do fans need?!

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

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Ruby completed a DNA test and Dawn made a discovery about her dad

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Ruby completed a DNA test and Dawn made a discovery about her dad

    In Emmerdale tonight, Ruby Fox-Miligan sent a DNA test off, so she’ll soon receive answers as to whether Caleb is Steph’s father or not.

    Elsewhere, Mary confronted Laurel about her attachment to Marlon, much to Marlon’s dismay.

    Here’s all that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Monday January 6.

    Ruby with a DNA test in Emmerdale
    Ruby collected DNA (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby decided to find answers

    Following her chat with Chas last week, Ruby ordered a DNA test. Tonight, she collected samples from Steph and Caleb in order to see if there’s a match.

    First she pulled a strand of hair from Steph’s head. Steph shouted out ‘ow’ in surprise, with Ruby claiming it had been a grey hair. Seems like she could have gone about it in a less painful way, hairbrush maybe?

    Later, Ruby asked Chas if perhaps she was better off living in ignorance. Chas encouraged her to go ahead with the plan. But while she was collecting Caleb’s sample, he walked in. Ruby quickly hid the clear plastic bag and pushed Caleb away when he tried to kiss her.

    Caleb was shocked at Ruby’s reaction. She claimed she needed to talk to him about something. But she chickened out of telling him the truth and instead asked him if he would have stayed with her if she hadn’t got pregnant. He insisted he would have. Ruby then told Caleb he was the best thing to ever happen to her and he repeated the sentiment.

    Later, Ruby posted the DNA kit and will soon have answers. However, she continued to worry about what the answer might be. Caleb played a song by the Stone Roses and told Steph it was the soundtrack to her being conceived… not awkward at all….

    When Anthony walked in, Ruby looked visibly awkward as she continued to fret that Caleb isn’t Steph’s dad.

    Dawn serious in Home Farm
    Dawn made a discovery (Credit: ITV)

    Dawn made a discovery in Emmerdale tonight

    Following Will’s death from a heart attack over Christmas, Dawn has struggled to process her dad’s death.

    Tonight, she got emotional when Jimmy brought over a box of Will’s stuff from the office. When Joe walked in, she sniped at him that the post mortem results would be out soon and they’d know the truth.

    However, the coroner later called to share that there was no suspicious activity, leading to Dawn issuing an apology to Joe, who she had previously suspected of being involved in her dad’s death.

    The camera then panned to the box of Will’s stuff, showing a memory stick. Dawn later found the memory stick, which had her name on it.

    She put the memory stick into a computer, where Will appeared on the screen, saying that if she was watching it then it meant he was dead. He then shocked Dawn by adding: “It also means that Kim did it.”

    Mary and Laurel talking in the Woolpack
    Mary had a word with Laurel (Credit: ITV)

    Mary stuck her nose in

    Police called Marlon to inform him they’d made an arrest regarding the girl who was stabbed. Marlon relayed the information to Rhona, who snapped: “Forgive me for not jumping for joy that April hasn’t committed a violent crime.”

    Mary told her daughter that she was being harsh on Marlon, before realising that Laurel is to blame for the tension between the couple.

    Later in the pub, Marlon recruited Sarah to help him search for April again. Mary said he needed to give himself a break, but Marlon refused.

    Rhona continued to be snappy with Marlon, leading to Mary approaching Laurel at the bar. She told Laurel that she had enough support already so she needs to leave Marlon alone.

    Laurel walked out of the pub, while Marlon was angry at his mother-in-law’s interference.

    Jacob and Sian standing awkwardly on Emmerdale
    Jacob spent the night with Sian (Credit: ITV)

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight

    Jacob continued to struggle as he burnt the candle at both ends. Early in the episode, his mum Leyla caught him leaving the house with his co-worker Sian. She invited Sian to stay for breakfast, but Jacob felt awkward and was eager to get Sian out of the village. Awkward.

    Eric also spotted the pair, and while speaking to him, Sarah Sugden watched on – clearly upset that Jacob had moved on.

    Later, Jacob looked stressed as he got on with his studying. His mum said he was burning the candle at both ends and needed to look after himself.

    Also, in Emmerdale tonight, Cain Dingle looked unsettled upon discovering that Anthony would be staying in the village.

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

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  • As Dawn finds Will USB video, here’s how it leads to Kim’s arrest

    As Dawn finds Will USB video, here’s how it leads to Kim’s arrest

    Tonight’s episode of Emmerdale saw Will Taylor return from beyond the grave to give daughter Dawn some shocking news about the circumstances surrounding his death – which comes as the police arrest Kim Tate later this week.

    This follows Will’s shocking Christmas death as he succumbed to a fatal heart attack during a heated confrontation with Kim.

    Dying on the floor of Home Farm, Will’s death left his wife and family shocked. However, what came in tonight’s episode had Dawn questioning everything.

    Is her dad telling the truth?

    Will talks in a video on Emmerdale
    Will had a surprising theory about his own death (Credit: ITV)

    Dawn shocked as Will implicates Kim in his death in Emmerdale tonight

    Finding a USB stick among his belongings, Dawn opened the device to find it contained a video from her dad.

    “Dawn Love. I hope this means that you’re watching and not someone else,” Will said, via recording.

    “But if you are… then that means I’m dead,” he finished dramatically.

    Fake news, but Will’s final message sets into motion a chain of events which will see Kim arrested at his funeral later this week…

    Dawn looks worried on Emmerdale
    Dawn believes her dad’s chilling final message (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Kim arrested at Will’s funeral

    Emmerdale spoilers reveal that Dawn struggles to come to terms with her dad’s death – and Kim’s apparent involvement. As Billy tells her that Will’s message doesn’t actually prove anything, Dawn simmers with rage during the funeral procession.

    As Kim delivers her eulogy, Dawn explodes, accusing her of murder in front of the congregation. She reveals the contents of the video to an appalled Kim.

    Kim insists that it’s not true, but an argument breaks out – and Dawn pushes Kim into Will’s coffin. Kim tries to get Dawn back on side but, as the coffin is lowered into the ground, the police approach, and Kim is arrested.

    Can Kim prove her innocence?

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

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    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.

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

  • Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Jimmy collapses as his feud with Jack turns violent

    Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Jimmy collapses as his feud with Jack turns violent

    Jimmy King’s feud with Jack Sudgen escalates in Classic Emmerdale spoilers for ITV3 tonight – as Jimmy collapses following sabotage of the show home. This comes as the development is suddenly attacked by a rogue digger, but who is responsible?

    Elsewhere, Kelly returns to the village – as mum Viv makes a shocking request. And, in the wake of the show home attack, Cain sets Sadie a grim ultimatum. Meanwhile, Len is desperate to find Pearl after learning the truth about her money problems.

    These episodes originally aired on June 27 and 28 2006.

    Jimmy collapsed on the floor in Emmerdale as Jack and Paddy look worried
    The stress gets too much for Jimmy (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Jimmy collapses amid show home sabotage

    Jimmy confronts Jack over his involvement in Shadrach’s grotesque antics. He’s pleased to have gotten under Jimmy’s skin, but Jack denies being involved when a digger suddenly attacks the show house.

    Exchanging angry words outside The Woolpack, Jimmy and Jack have to be separated by Diane before things get violent. Jimmy tells Carl that he will make sure that the show home is ready in time.

    Back at the Kings’, Jimmy falsely tells Tom and Carl that an engineer has inspected the damaged show home. Later, he grows stressed as he tries to sell his prize draw tickets.

    When Jack winds him up, he becomes short of breath – and collapses.

    Kelly returns

    Doctors tell Viv that she could never carry a baby to full term, even if she were to get pregnant. Feeling that she has failed Bob, Viv grows upset.

    In an attempt to cheer her up, Bob resorts to the only remaining option. The next day, Viv welcomes Kelly back from Italy.

    Kelly is left horrified when Viv asks her to be a surrogate for her and Bob. She immediately tells Bob, who confronts Viv. Together, they agree to find a more appropriate surrogate for their child.

    Cain sets a seedy ultimatum

    Following the attack on the show home, Cain sets an ultimatum for Sadie. He tells her that if she doesn’t sleep with him, he’ll tell Tom how she asked him to damage the show home.

    Classic Emmerdale spoilers continued: Len’s on the warpath

    Len is fuming that nobody told him about Pearl’s recent problems. Desperate to find her, he and Danny ring around.

    Read more: Emmerdale’s most iconic villains

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  • Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Pearl’s lies exposed as she grows further in debt

    Classic Emmerdale spoilers: Pearl’s lies exposed as she grows further in debt

    Classic Emmerdale sees Pearl Ladderbanks’ money woes continue to spiral out of control as she grows further in debt while trying to get back the money she invested in a dodgy Internet company. But when Val learns that Pearl’s been lying about her investment, the truth is revealed.

    Meanwhile, Terry worries about losing access to TJ as Dawn plans to leave the country, and Jimmy finds himself at loggerheads with Jack and Zak.

    These episodes originally aired on June 23 and 26 2006.

    Val glares angrily at Pearl on Emmerdale
    Val is onto Pearl (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Pearl is in trouble in Classic Emmerdale

    Pearl feels delighted when a gamble pays off. However, when the bookmaker convinces her to keep betting, she only ends up even further in debt. At The Woolpack, Eric tells Val that Pearl has been lying about her Internet investment – and Val confronts her over her lies. Later, Len tries to find out what’s wrong, but Pearl hides her distress.

    At the factory, things get worse when Val tells Del all about the scam. Later, they tell Len everything. He takes Danny with him to find Pearl.

    Terry and Dawn make peace

    Terry resigns himself to the fact that Dawn and TJ are moving away. However, Dawn promises him that he will always have access to his son.

    When he tells Jean that the problem has been resolved, she reassures him that she’ll always be on his side – unaware that he would have broken up with her if it had meant a chance at co-parenting TJ.

    Sabotage!

    Jimmy attempts to show an estate agent around the development, but is left furious when Zak and Jack disrupt the meeting. After Jimmy attempts to smooth things over, he only winds up causing more mayhem for himself.

    When the estate agent returns, Zak and Jack put together another plan to sabotage Jimmy’s plans. While the estate agent is initially impressed, she’s horrified to find Shadrach relieving himself against one of the houses.

    Also on Classic Emmerdale tonight

    Bob is worried about Viv as she considers IVF treatment. However, Viv is adamant and demands that the tests continue.

    As part of his punishment for stealing Belle’s pig, Shadrach is forced to wait on her every demand.

    As Tom and Matthew manage to have a civil conversation, Sadie feels uneasy.

    Ashley asks Edna for help with a girl guides meeting. However, Victoria and Kayleigh are uncomfortable at her presence. Feeling unwanted, Edna leaves.

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

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  • Wendy Posner set to leave the Dales as Susan Cookson character is ‘axed,’ reports claim

    Wendy Posner set to leave the Dales as Susan Cookson character is ‘axed,’ reports claim

    Emmerdale star Susan Cookson is set to leave her role as Wendy Posner, new reports have claimed.

    According to The Sun,  the star was axed from the soap rather than choosing to leave, and has already filmed her final scenes.

    Wendy was first introduced to the soap in 2019 as the mother of Victoria’s rapist, Lee Posner, and his brother Luke. Her Emmerdale journey looks to have come to an end after just over five years.

    Nurse Wendy is dating Bob (Credit: ITV)
    Wendy is leaving after five years (Credit: ITV)

    Susan Cookson ‘devastated’ at Emmerdale exit

    A source told The Sun: “Susan was devastated at the decision. She loves the show and loves being part of it.

    “She’s really well liked in the cast but unfortunately budget cuts mean hard decisions need to be made and that resulted in Susan being one of a number of cast leaving.”

    The source added that the character of Wendy isn’t ‘inspiring a lot of story’ any more, so ultimately they feel her time is up.

    However, the door will be left open for Susan to return as Wendy. With Wendy having a grandson in the village, she would certainly have a reason to visit.

    Wendy and Liam
    Wendy cheated on Bob with Liam (Credit: ITV)

    Wendy Posner in Emmerdale

    She arrived in the Dales in 2019 to confront Victoria Sugden, who had accused her son Lee of rape. Wendy accused Victoria of lying, not willing to believe that her son was capable of such a thing

    Following Lee’s death, thought to be at the hands of Robert Sugden, Wendy eventually accepted that Victoria was telling the truth.

    In 2021, Wendy’s other son Luke confessed to her that before Robert attacked Lee, he himself had also attacked Lee. Wendy was torn, knowing Luke could be the real culprit. But ultimately, Robert still remains behind bars.

    Wendy begun working at the local surgery and became settled in the village. She started a relationship with Bob Hope, but they split following her affair with Dr Liam.

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

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.

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

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  • Emmerdale confirms schedule change for New Year – here’s when it’s on

    Emmerdale confirms schedule change for New Year – here’s when it’s on

    Christmas may be over, but with New Year there comes a whole new schedule shakeup. Here’s when you can catch Emmerdale this week.

    As is usually the case, Emmerdale will be on every day this week, but not always at its usual time. With the search for April continuing and Jacob’s special A&E episode set to air, fans won’t want to miss any of the action.

    So here’s what time Emmerdale will be hitting your TV screens this week.

    Jacob starts work at the hospital this week (Credit: ITV)

    New Year schedule for Emmerdale

    The schedule for Emmerdale this week will see the soap air in its regular 7.30pm slot for half hour on Monday, December 30. On New Year’s Eve it will start slightly later, at 7.45pm, finishing at 8.15pm.

    On New Year’s Day, just like Christmas Day, Emmerdale will air at the earlier time of 6.30pm for half hour. There will then be an hour long episode of the soap on Thursday, January 2. This will air between 7pm and 8pm.

    On Friday, January 3, Emmerdale returns to the 7.30pm slot, where it will air for half hour.

    Marlon and Rhone continue to search for April (Credit: ITV)

    What is happening in Emmerdale this week?

    In Emmerdale this week, the search for April continues and the police search her home looking for clues as to her whereabouts. One thing they find is contraceptive pills, which neither Marlon nor Rhona knew she was taking.

    As April’s disappearance takes its toll, Marlon and Rhona are soon at each other’s throats.

    Elsewhere, Emmerdale will air a special standalone episode for Jacob Gallagher‘s first day in A&E. However, things don’t quite go to plan and Jacob soon feels under pressure.

    When a stab victim is admitted to the hospital, Jacob recognises the purse as belonging to April and he decides to call Marlon. His boss is furious with his conduct, but this doesn’t prevent Marlon and Rhona from turning up at the hospital and begging for news. Has April been found?

    Also this week, we will see five flash forwards which hint at what’s to come in 2025…

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

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am.

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

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Marlon confronted Jade and Ruby became suspicious of her father

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Marlon confronted Jade and Ruby became suspicious of her father

    Emmerdale tonight saw a whole load of suspicion. Marlon Dingle suspected that Jade had taken April, while Ruby was suspicious of her own father’s involvement in April’s disappearance.

    Meanwhile, Billy became suspicious of Joe Tate‘s involvement in Will Taylor’s death after learning about his bad boy past.

    Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight (Friday, December 27.)

    Emmerdale: Marlon and Ross searching for April
    Ross took Marlon to see Jade (Credit: ITV)

    Marlon confronted Jade

    Bob organised a search party for April, but Marlon insisted it was all for nothing and that they wasting their time because he was sure Jade had her.

    The police paid Ross a visit to enquire about Jade, but were satisfied that she wasn’t a suspect. Later, Marlon went to see Ross, where Ross delivered one of his classic lines: “What the hell did you tell the police? Don’t think that I won’t give you slap just because you’ve had a stroke.” Stay charming, Ross.

    Marlon demanded that Ross take him to see Jade. Jade was not pleased to see Ross and told them to get out. Marlon, however refused to leave and picked up a pipe, before telling Jade: “I need you to tell me what you’ve done with my daughter.” Brave man, taking Jade on.

    Fortunately, he was saved by the police, who arrived to arrest Jade for illegal fighting and betting. They said they’d had Jade under surveillance, meaning she couldn’t have taken April.

    Marlon was at a loss, as he’d been so sure that he was right. Later, he lambasted Ross, saying this was all his fault for telling April the truth about Donna. “If anything happens to her, it’s on you,” he told Ross.

    Joe Tate promo pic (Credit: ITV)
    Joe is back (Credit: ITV)

    Joe Tate aroused suspicion in Emmerdale tonight

    Following Will Taylor’s fatal heart attack, Joe covered for Kim, lying to the police that they’d been no delay in getting Will help. Tonight, Billy became suspicious of Joe and Kim’s new found closeness.

    Joe Tate tried to talk to his half brother Noah Dingle in the village. But Noah was angry, telling Joe: “You let me think you were dead.”

    Charity then told Joe that Noah wanted nothing to do with him, adding: “You’re a ruthless liar, who destroys innocent people to get what he wants.” Joe told her people change – “Case in point. A gold digger and petty criminal turned respectable business woman.” Way to try and make friends, Joe.

    Billy witnessed the altercation and asked Charity what the deal with Joe was. She filled him in and Billy later relayed the information to Dawn.

    He then shared his suspicions with Dawn. “Kim tried to kill him, that’s why he run off,” he said. “So why has she forgiven him just now? Something is off, like really off. Dawn, I have never seen your dad and Kim happier. Their vow renewal, beautiful. And he turns up and our whole world is turned upside down. Aren’t the police doing a post mortem?”

    Billy then asked “What are the chances of him turning up just as your dad has a heart attack?” Dawn realised what Billy was getting at and said: “You think he murdered my dad?”

    Ruby and Steph serious on Emmerdale
    Ruby questioned Steph about Anthony (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby was suspicious of her dad

    During a break from searching for April, Ruby and Steph grabbed some coffee from the cafe. While there, Steph mused: “What would make a teenage girl on Christmas morning run off before opening her presents?”

    This caused Ruby to ask: “Do you know where your grandad was on Christmas morning before he came over for lunch?” Steph said he had been at the B&B. Unbeknown to them, Anthony had heard the exchange.

    Later, Anthony gave Ruby a vailed threat, telling her: “We do need to be careful you know. When nasty rumours start, people are forced to defend themselves and other things come out, secrets that can ruin lives. And we don’t want that, do we?”

    Elsewhere in Emmerdale tonight

    The villagers were mourning Will. Jimmy was devastated to hear about the death of his best friend. “How can my best mate be dead? We’re meant to be playing poker this week” Jimmy said, before recounting Will’s relationship advice – “never buy her flowers from the garage and always take all of the blame.”

    Kim and Dawn were also struggling, but Joe was quick to take Kim to the side and tell her: “I saved you yesterday. You simply cannot afford to be showing any hint of guilt or regret. I need you to keep it together. It will all be fine. I will take care of everything. Trust me.” Trusting Joe Tate seems a mistake waiting to happen, but will Kim have any choice?

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