Emmerdale spoilers for tonight reveal that Tina tells Vinny the truth. Feeling overwhelmed, Vinny disowns Mandy. Can she win him round?
Elsewhere, Caleb threatens Pollard about interfering with his business.
Here’s what’s happening in Emmerdale spoilers for Monday November 11.
Tina tells Vinny the truth (Credit: ITV)
1. Tina reveals all in Emmerdale spoilers
After opening the door to her caravan, Tina finds herself in a random field. Defiant Mandy demands that Tina leave the Dingles alone.
However, Tina can’t be persuaded and later, when Mandy arrives at the Dingles, she finds Tina is already there with Vinny. Mandy is outraged when Tina drops her bombshell.
Vinny is shocked by Tina’s news (Credit: ITV)
2. Vinny disowns Mandy in Emmerdale tonight
Mandy begs Vinny to listen to her reasons for hiding the truth from him, but Vinny isn’t prepared to hear her out. As Mandy and Tina argue, Vinny slips away.
Later, on Main Street, Mandy’s secret becomes public knowledge. The Dingles probe Mandy and demand answers as Tina leaves, unnoticed.
Vinny is distraught that Mandy could lie to him for so long about who is mum is and he disowns her, leaving Mandy feeling devastated by the consequences of her actions.
Pollard struggles to hold it together (Credit: ITV)
3. Caleb threatens Pollard
Pollard confronts Caleb about the increase in traffic due to his warehouses, but Caleb doesn’t take him seriously and bats away his complaints.
Pollard is angry at being ignored so he commandeers one of Caleb’s lorries. But due to not having his medication and feeling stressed, his hand tremors and he crashes into some crates. Shaking, Pollard struggles to hold it together.
Later, Caleb visits the shop and warns Pollard against interfering with his business. Pollard does his best to keep his dignity in check in front of Caleb.
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Emmerdale has been on air for an incredible 52 years and the village has been home to thousands of characters, but who are the longest-serving? While there are no original characters still in the show, there are others who have on screen for a significant number of years.
Eric Pollard comes out on top with 38 years of service, but which locals, past and present, have clocked up decades in the Dales?
Here’s a rundown of the 20 longest-serving Emmerdale characters of all time. Is your favourite on there?
Eric Pollard has been on our screens for 38 incredible years (Credit: ITV)
Longest-serving Emmerdale characters: 1. Eric Pollard
The award for the longest-serving character in Emmerdale history goes to the one and only Eric Pollard. It’s been 38 – yes, 38 – years since the former antiques dealer stepped foot in the famous village. He was only meant to stay for 12 episodes, but now has over 3300 under his belt.
Chris Chittell, who is also Emmerdale’s longest-serving actor, quickly won fans over with his portrayal of immoral Eric. He made his first appearance on September 30, 1986 and soon became a permanent fixture.
Pollard has certainly packed a lot into his nearly four decades in the Dales. He’s been married five times, committed fraud, bigamy and discovered he had a son he never knew existed.
Eric may be a pensioner living with Parkinson’s every day, but don’t be fooled – there’s still life in the sly old fox!
Annie Sugden was Emmerdale’s original matriarch (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
2. Annie Sugden
Sugden matriarch Annie was the beating heart of the village, particularly in the early days of Emmerdale.
Annie was introduced back in the first episode, which aired on October 16, 1972. She was portrayed by actress Sheila Mercier, and remains the longest-serving female character in the soap’s 52-year history.
The Sugdens were Emmerdale’s central family and headed up by Annie, who was a real heroine. She had practically raised her three children – Jack, Peggy and Joe – singlehandedly, while managing to run a busy farm.
Annie was also a true survivor, and overcame financial troubles, addiction battles, and even nearly being killed in the 1993 plane crash. She left the village in July 1994 to start a new life in sunny Spain.
She popped back a few times over the years, making her last appearance on February 2009, in what was her 1595th episode. Annie died off screen in August 2020, aged 100.
Jack Sugden was the life blood of the village (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
3. Jack Sugden
Another member of the OG Emmerdale gang, Jack Sugden became one of the show’s most important characters.
He was originally played by actor Andrew Burt on and off between 1972 and 1976. In 1980, Jack made a permanent return to the village, and the role was taken over by Clive Hornby.
For the next 28 years, Jack was a staple of village life. An experienced and hard-working farmer, he was a respected pillar of the community. He lost his first two wives in tragic circumstances, but found happiness with Woolpack landlady, Diane Blackstock.
The biggest headache in Jack’s life were his children – particularly his sons Robert and Andy, who formed a long-running rivalry.
Following Clive Hornby’s sad death in July 2008 the decision was made to kill Jack’s character off. He died the following February while visiting his mum, Annie in Spain. Jack’s body was returned to his beloved village and laid to rest in the local cemetery.
In total, Jack was in Emmerdale for 35 years and four months.
Kim has been delivering the drama since 1989 (Credit: ITV)
4. Kim Tate
Coming in at fourth place for years in service, is the indomitable lady of the manor, Kim Tate.
As the glamorous gold-digging wife of millionaire Frank, Kim made her debut on December 12, 1989. The Tates arrival in the village marked the dawn of a new ‘sexier’ era for the soap. And Kim had sex appeal galore!
Played by the brilliant Claire King, Kim is best known for her steamy love affairs, criminal capers and the moment she stood and watched Frank die and did nothing. She’s entertained millions for over 1500 episodes.
Kim was away from the Dales between 1999 and 2018, but has now been back on the throne of Home Farm for six years. And long may she reign!
Robert has been off our screens for five long years (Credit: ITV)
Longest-serving Emmerdale characters: 5. Robert Sugden
The time between Robert Sugden’s first and last appearances is an impressive 33 years and seven months.
The son of the late Jack and Pat Sugden, Robert made his first appearance on the day of his birth – April 22, 1986. Since then, the character has been played by four different actors, most recently Ryan Hawley.
Robert’s one of Emmerdale’s most popular, yet flawed, figures. His standout storylines include the love triangle between him, Katie Addyman and his adoptive brother, Andy. And of course, his iconic affair with Aaron Dingle. Robron forever!
The character’s last episode on-screen was November 1, 2019, when he was sentenced to 14 years in prison for manslaughter. Here’s hoping they let him out for good behaviour so the fans can get the comeback they’re craving.
Alan Turner was another fan favourite in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
6. Alan Turner
Many fans will remember Alan Turner as the iconic and kind-hearted landlord of The Woolpack. But he wasn’t always a cuddly grandfather figure.
When Alan arrived on March 18, 1982 he was a ruthless and pompous businessman who made his fair share of enemies. But time mellowed him and and Alan ended up becoming a highly respected local and friend to many.
Actor Richard Thorp, who was previously known for his roles in British films such as The Dambusters and The Barrets of Wimpole Street, played Alan for 2696 episodes until his death in June 2013. The character was written out of the show, and died off-screen in October 2013, with the village mourning his passing.
Victoria has lived her whole life in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
7. Victoria Sugden
This year marked Victoria Sugden’s 30th on Emmerdale – and what a journey it’s been!
Born to Jack and Sarah Sugden on March 31, 1994, Vic has lived in the village her entire life. She was originally played by Jessica Heywood, then Hannah Midgley, before Isabel Hodgins took over the part in 2006.
Victoria has had an eventful life so far. She underwent emergency surgery as a baby, lost both her parents at a young age, had a stint in psychiatric care, split from husband Adam Barton and was the victim of a rape attack that resulted in the birth of her son, Harry. After a short-lived romance with toyboy Jacob Gallagher, Victoria is focusing her energies on getting to know her long-lost half-brother, John.
Her character has been without a big storyline for a while, but being part of such an iconic brood, we think Vic will always have a home in Emmerdale.
Sam is now the longest-serving Dingle (Credit: ITV)
8. Sam Dingle
Sam’s staying power is pretty impressive. Next year, the much-loved Dingle, and actor James Hooton (who’s played Sam from the start) will be celebrating their 30th anniversaries on the show. This means Sam is the longest-serving Dingle.
Zak’s third son arrived in Emmerdale on Valentine’s Day 1995 straight from a Young Offenders Institution. Sam’s always been the most gentle and naive of the Dingle clan, but has toughened up with age. That’s what life in the Dales does to you!
He’s experienced terrible heartache, losing his first love, Alice to cancer when their son Samson was a few months old. But Sam has since found his happy ending with wife Lydia, and the arrival of his granddaughter, Esther.
There’s never a dull moment when Mandy is around (Credit: ITV)
9. Mandy Dingle
Bubbly, brash and a bit bonkers – there’s no mistaking Mandy Dingle. She’s been bringing her own brand of craziness to Emmerdale on and off for over 29 years. Wow!
We first clapped eyes on Mand on July 20, 1995 when she came to live with her Uncle Zak after being kicked out of home. The character turned actress Lisa Riley into a household name.
After two disastrous marriages – the first to her own cousin, Butch, then local vet Paddy Kirk – Mandy left the village in 2000. She returned 19 years later with son Vinny in tow (although it’s now transpired he’s actually Tina Dingle’s offspring).
Mandy is now happily re-married to Paddy, but for how long?
Zak Dingle is sorely missed by everyone (Credit: ITV)
Zak was the strong-willed head of the Dingle family and a staple on our screens for 28 years and eight months.
A former notorious bare-knuckle boxing champ, Zak was introduced on October 20, 1994. Over the years, more and more members of the Dingle clan were introduced – from children, to cousins and other distant relatives.
The man behind Zak Dingle was Bury born actor Steve Halliwell. He starred in 2929 episodes, but was forced to step down in June 2023 due to ill health. Steve sadly died on December 15, 2023 at the age of 77.
Just missing out on a place in the top 10 (for now) is everyone’s favourite chef, Marlon Dingle. Played by Mark Charnock, he’s been a permanent fixture since his arrival on October 17, 1996. That means he’s been on our screens for 28 years.
Although not an obvious Romeo, Marlon has been married five times. His current missus is Rhona Goskirk, but arguably the real love of Marlon’s life is his best mate, Paddy, who’s lived in the village nearly as long as he has.
Mark was recognised for his incredible soap career in May 2023 when he received the British Soap Award for Outstanding Achievement. In his acceptance speech the actor joked his almost three decades on the show was ‘the longest streak of luck in television history’!
Paddy has been on one heck of a journey (Credit: ITV)
12. Paddy Dingle
There’s only one man that could follow on from Marlon – his bestie, Paddy Dingle.
We bet when actor Dominic Brunt’s first episode aired on February 20, 1997, he wouldn’t have dreamed he’d still be here 27 years later. And like Marlon, Paddy has never had any time out from the village.
The local vet started out as a locum before settling in the Dales and opening his own practice. Unlike his professional job, Paddy’s personal life has been rather more chaotic. He’s been married five times to four different women, had a few steamy affairs, and battled crippling depression.
So after more than 3200 episodes, we’re wondering what the writers have in store next for Paddy?
Lisa was brave enough to take on Zak’s family (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
13. Lisa Dingle
Oh lovely Lisa, she was another great character who left us too soon.
Zak’s kind-hearted second wife and mum to Belle, Lisa was the glue that held the Dingles together. She came to the Dales on August 13, 1996 and viewers quickly took her into their hearts.
Fans were outraged when Zak left Lisa for Joanie Wright, but he soon came to his senses. The soulmates wed in a tear-jerking ceremony on May 24, 2019, but by this point Lisa was dying. She slipped away peacefully at Wishing Well Cottage just hours after saying ‘I do’, marking the end of a 23 year stretch on the soap.
Lisa’s last appearance was via voice in February 2024 when Belle read a letter from her late mum.
Seth’s character was originally intended to stay for a few episodes (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
14. Seth Armstrong
Gamekeeper Seth is no longer with us, but he will always be remembered as one of the all time greats.
Identifiable by famous handlebar moustache and woolly beanie hat, Seth was what you might call a loveable rogue. He was introduced on May 16, 1978, but was only meant to be for a few episodes. He stayed for 26 years, seven months.
However, the fans really took to actor Stan Richards’ portrayal of Seth and by 1980 he was a full-time regular. In total, he featured in 1862 episodes.
Seth is probably best remembered for his romance with Betty Eagleton. The golden oldies had been sweethearts when they were young, but proved to us all love has no age.
Seth was written out of the show in 2003 due to Stan Richards’ ailing health. The character made his last appearance on December 24, 2004 via a video call with Betty. Stan died in February 2005 and Seth was given an off-screen death in October of the same year.
Belle has become one of Emmerdale’s most important characters (Credit: ITV)
Longest-serving Emmerdale characters: 15. Belle Dingle
Like Victoria Sugden, Belle Dingle is another Dales lifer.
The character made a memorable entrance into the show on Christmas Day 1998 when she was born in a pigsty. Belle was originally played by twins Emily and James Mather (the latter of whom stopped appearing in 2000). From 2005, she’s been portrayed by Eden Taylor-Draper.
Belle’s been through a lot for a lass her age. She’s survived falling down a mineshaft, she accidentally murdered her best friend, had an affair with a married man and has battled schizophrenia. 2024 has been beyond hellish for Belle with the ordeal she’s suffered at the hands of her abusive husband, Tom King.
Now approaching her 26th birthday, Belle has featured in over 1960 episodes.
Kim Tate’s son Jamie was a chip off the old block (Credit: ITV)
16. Jamie Tate
Surprising as it seems, but Jamie Tate makes it into the top 20 of Emmerdale’s longest-running characters.
Kim gave birth to her only child on September 24, 1996 at Hotten General Hospital. He was at the centre of a ‘Who’s the Daddy’ storyline, as Kim wasn’t sure if Jamie was Frank’s or her lover Dave Glover’s son. It later transpired he was Frank’s. During his first three years Jamie was portrayed by no fewer than five different actors.
Jamie left the village via helicopter in 1999, and spent two decades away. He returned in 2019 (this time played by Alexander Lincoln), a qualified vet, with a wife and daughter in tow. Jamie soon proved he had inherited his mother’s appetite for adultery and general manipulation.
After causing chaos for a couple of years, Jamie did the off again in September 2021 and faked his own death. So far, Jamie has starred in 472 episodes, and the door has been left open for his return.
Bernice always made an impression wherever she went (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
17. Bernice Blackstock
She may have been a bit of a Marmite character, but Bernice Blackstock clocked up a lot of years in Emmerdale.
Work brought the redhead to the Dales, and she was introduced to viewers on November 25, 1998 as the new barmaid of The Woolpack. Bernice rose through the ranks and actually ended up becoming landlady. She’s also best remembered for her marriage to Reverend Ashley Thomas, and running the Grange B&B with Bob Hope.
Bernice had several stints in the village, the longest being seven years, but in 2023 actress Samantha Giles announced she was quitting the soap. The character left under a cloud of shame after being exposed for tax fraud.
Bernice’s last episode aired on November 14, 2023, marking her 1630th appearance. She’s now currently living in exile on the Costa del Sol, and no doubt getting up to mischief.
Cain is the new head of the Dingle family (Credit: ITV)
18. Cain Dingle
It’s almost been a quarter of a century since Cain came into our lives. And how glad we are he did.
The Dingle bad boy, first showed up at his cousin Butch’s funeral on March 30, 2000. And he’s been here ever since, bar when actor Jeff Hordley took a three year hiatus between 2006 and 2009.
Cain is one of the show’s most popular characters and it’s not hard to see why. His criminal capers and affairs of the heart are legendary, as is his loyalty towards his beloved brood. With Zak now dearly departed Cain has assumed the role as head of the village’s most iconic clan, and we reckon he’ll do a brilliant job at it.
Charity Dingle is a classic Emmerdale icon (Credit: ITV)
19. Charity Dingle
Another big fan favourite, Charity Dingle has been shaking things up since she got here on March 30, 2000. Yes, she arrived on exactly the same day Cain did – which was quite fitting given the pair’s history.
Much like her cousin, Charity has had a very colourful life. She’s lived on the streets as a prostitute, been the victim of abuse, served time in jail, been married four times and managed to find the time to have four children.
Played by Emma Atkins, Charity is the current landlady of The Woolpack, which she runs with son Ryan Stocks. She’s now under 100 episodes shy of the 3000 mark.
Bob has given us some good laughs over the years (Credit: ITV)
Longest-serving Emmerdale characters: 20. Bob Hope
Cheeky chap Bob Hope has providing entertainment in Emmerdale for 24 years. That’s a lot of laughs!
He made his debut on September 19, 2000. Back then Bob was working as a stocking salesman and made an instant impression on postmistress Viv Windsor. The flirty pair went on to marry, and Viv became the fourth Mrs Hope. She wasn’t the last though, Bob was also hitched to Brenda Walker for about five minutes until she found out he was sleeping with Laurel Thomas. Yes, despite his cringey character, Bob is quite the ladies’ man.
Actor Tony Audenshaw will be celebrating his quarter of a century on the show next year, and is approaching his 3000th episode. Now that calls for a double celebration!
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In Emmerdale spoilers, Pollard and Caleb are fighting – but the pair appear to be warming up to each other…
Yes, you heard that right. The cold heart of Caleb makes a kind gesture to a struggling Eric.
As the longest-serving character in the soap, Eric has been a resident of the village for nearly 40 years. Caleb is not known for his nice gestures, but this could be about to change.
The week starts with Pollard confronting Caleb about the increase in traffic due to his warehouse.
In true Caleb fashion, he blithely bats away his complaints and refuses to take him seriously. Typical Caleb…
Seething at his dismissal, Eric takes action commandeering one of Caleb’s lorries.
Due to not having his medication and being in a state of stress, his hand tremours and he crashes into some crates. In 2023, Eric was dealt a shattering blow when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He’s still full of life, but needs support from the residents of the Dales.
Concerned and shaking, Pollard struggles to hold it together after the shocking reminder his health is slowly deteriorating.
Later, Caleb comes to the shop and warns Pollard against interfering with his business and Pollard does his best to maintain his dignity in front of Caleb. The proud man doesn’t want to let on he’s struggling.
Caleb offers a kind gesture (Credit: ITV)
A new friendship on the horizon?
The next day, Pollard’s embarrassed when Caleb spots him wandering into the village, clearly out of sorts. Aware he’s in need of help, Caleb offers him a lift.
Utterly beaten, Pollard swallows his pride and accepts. Caleb drops a vulnerable Pollard at Liam’s house and despite their usual bickering, Pollard’s emotional as he thanks Caleb for his kindness.
Liam assures Eric that his brief paralysis was a symptom of not having access to his usual medication. Adamant that he doesn’t want to worry anyone, Eric makes Liam promise not to tell his family.
Caleb’s surprised to see Pollard back behind the counter at the shop so quickly after the incident. Pollard assures Caleb that he’s not giving up.
While Caleb is known for keeping his distance, the pair share a kind moment and could even be warming up to each other.
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Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal Mandy’s secret is exposed by Tina – and Vinny does not react well. Meanwhile, Pollard needs Caleb’s help – but isn’t happy about it.
Elsewhere, Angel is really not coping and Tom has a nasty threat for Paddy.
Here’s everything that’s happening in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers.
Mandy’s lies exposed in Emmerdale spoilers
The Dingle ladies are anything but friends now (Credit: ITV)
1. Mandy goes to war with Tina
Tina opens the door of her caravan and sees she’s in a random field. Mandy has taken her there and demands she leaves the Dingles alone for good.
But when Mandy returns home, she discovers Tina is already there…
The truth is out and Vinny is certainly devastated (Credit: ITV)
2. Tina reveals the truth
The worst has happened: Tina has told Vinny she is his real mum. Vinny is totally overwhelmed by the bombshell, but Mandy begs him to listen to her explanation.
However as Tina and Mandy start arguing, Vinny slips out, unable to cope with the revelation.
Mandy is left distraught by Vinny’s reaction (Credit: ITV)
3. Vinny disowns Mandy
Soon the argument has spilled out onto Main Street and Mandy is under fire from the Dingles. They are upset she lied to them and want to know why.
But it’s Vinny’s response that hurts Mandy the most: he is distraught she lied and disowns her. Mandy is devastated.
Be a mum or take the money – Vinny gives Tina her choices (Credit: ITV)
4. Vinny gives Tina an ultimatum
Tina tries to talk to Vinny who doesn’t really want to hear her excuses. He then makes her an offer: take £50k, return Zak’s will and leave for good, or stay in his life and be a proper mum. What will Tina decide?
Caleb helps Pollard in Emmerdale spoilers
Pollard is angry at Caleb (Credit: ITV)
5. Pollard takes on Caleb
Fed-up with the amount of traffic Caleb’s warehouse is causing, Pollard complains. But Caleb doesn’t take him seriously and it leaves Eric furious.
Determined to make himself heard, Pollard hops in one of Caleb’s lorries and drives off. But he hasn’t had his medication and because he’s so wound up, it causes tremors and he crashes into some gates.
Pollard’s rash reaction worries Caleb who then rescues him (Credit: ITV)
6. Caleb rescues Pollard
As Pollard tries to maintain some dignity in front of Caleb, the latter tells him not to interfere with his business again.
However later on, Caleb sees shaky Eric wandering the village and he clearly needs help. Pollard is embarrassed, but forced to swallow his pride and accept a lift. He drops Pollard at Liam’s who confirms this is all because he hasn’t got access to his usual medication.
Pollard makes Liam promise not to tell his family to avoid causing worry. Later, Caleb comes into the shop and it’s clear there’s a warmth growing between the men.
Angel is not coping in Emmerdale spoilers
Nicola is devastated when Angel reveals her true feelings (Credit: ITV)
7. Angelica snaps
Nicola thinks it’s time Angel returned to school, but the teen snaps at her mum when she brings it up. Angel makes a confession: she thinks she is evil. Nicola is worried for her daughter and doesn’t know what to do for the best.
Can Nicola and Jimmy get past this? (Credit: ITV)
8. Laurel steps in
As distraught Nicola turns to Laurel for advice, Laurel tries her best to support her friend. She thinks Nicola would cope better if united with Jimmy, but given their current situation and disagreements over Tom, Nicola doesn’t want to hear it. As Laurel encourages her to make amends, will Nicola agree?
Also in Emmerdale spoilers for next week
Jai has no idea what he’s got himself into (Credit: ITV)
9. Caleb continues to play Jai
Caleb gives Kerry a job, which annoys Jai who had refused her one earlier. Fed-up with never being consulted, Jai therefore demands back the money Caleb hid for him offshore.
Caleb makes a call and proves it can’t happen immediately, but it is clear he is playing Jai. Will Jai realise? Or will he back down?
Tom’s threats shock Paddy and therefore put him in an impossible position (Credit: ITV)
10. Tom threatens Paddy in Emmerdale spoilers
Paddy is left with food for thought when Tom threatens to expose the vets’ dirty laundry unless he gets his job back. Will Paddy, Rhona and Vanessa give into him?
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In Classic Emmerdale spoilers for episodes airing on ITV3 on Friday October 25, Dawn’s out for revenge, Louise is crushed and Noreen’s giving up politics!
These episodes originally aired on March 16 and 17, 2006.
Dawn celebrates!
It’s celebration time for Dawn as she passes her driving test, and heads to the pub for congratulatory drinks. When Jo arrives to join in the fun, she brings two letters for Dawn. One is an offer of a place on the college course she’s been aiming for and Dawn’s delighted.
But the other is from the DHSS letting Dawn know she is being investigated for fraud. Bob tells his daughter not to worry but Jo – thinking out loud – says with all the jobs Dawn has on the side, perhaps she’s in trouble.
Kelly catches Scott and quizzes him about what he’s done – Scott says he reported Dawn ages ago because he was angry with her, but now he regrets it. Kelly says it’s too late for him to be sorry, and she just hopes Dawn doesn’t find out who shopped her.
There’s good news and bad news for Dawn (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
It’s curry-oke night in the Woolpack and Louise takes to the stage as Olivia Newton John. But after singing just a few lines, she’s laughed off and crushed, she hurries away. Diane is sympathetic but reminds Louise that she’s tried to tell her she can’t sing several times. Louise snaps back, but ends up in floods of tears.
Sabotage in Classic Emmerdale spoilers
Marlon and Toni are butting heads in the Woolpack kitchen. So Marlon takes matters into his own hands and decides to sabotage Toni’s cooking.
Dawn wants revenge!
The next day, Dawn’s nervous as she attends her fraud interview and discovers the investigator is Philippa Reed. She tells Dawn someone reported her and Dawn’s fuming. She admits she’s done a bit of extra work but didn’t think it was enough to cause a problem. But as Philippa produces video recordings and print-outs of Dawn’s bank statements, things start to look bleak.
Meanwhile, another officer is quizzing Ashley and Viv, and gathering evidence, and Dawn’s shocked to discover she could end up with a custodial sentence.
Back in the village she’s determined to find out who shopped her, and Kelly’s her first suspect. When it seems Kelly’s hiding something, Dawn’s on to her and Bob has to hold her back!
Kelly’s furious with Scott and when he says he had no idea things would get this serious, points out that even he can’t be that stupid.
Katie tells Andy she’ll be going to her aunt’s when she’s out of hospital (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Political thinking in Classic Emmerdale
Eric’s fretting after hearing several people say they’re going to switch their vote to Noreen. But, after a bruising interview with the Hotten Courier, Noreen decides her political career is over.
Katie tells Andy that the police have found her mum and they’ll be staying at her aunt’s together when she is out of hospital. Daz is delighted to know Katie will be out of their lives.
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When you think of Emmerdale, you think of Eric Pollard and his family. As the longest-serving character in the soap, Eric has been a resident of the village for nearly 40 years.
He arrived in the Dales on September 30, 1986, and quickly made his mark as a villainous schemer.
Over the years, Eric’s family have entered the picture. To date, Eric has been married five times. His fifth wife, and one true love Valerie Pollard, left him a widower after she died in 2015.
Eric’s son, David Metcalfe, also spent 17 years in the Dales, and gave Eric his two grandchildren, Amba and Theo.
Here’s all you need to know about the Pollard clan.
Eric Pollard is loved by millions (Credit: ITV)
Eric Pollard – head of the family in Emmerdale
The Pollard family is headed by the one and only, Mr Eric Pollard. The village veteran is played by Chris Chittell, who’s the longest-serving actor on Emmerdale.
Eric was introduced to the soap in 1986 and was only meant to stay for 12 episodes. However, his immoral antics were an instant hit with viewers and he was soon made a permanent character.
From the off, Eric made himself unpopular with the locals. The sly and cunning schemer was always up to no good, whether it was committing theft, fraud, or even bigamy!
Eric has always had a taste for alcohol and an eye for the ladies. He’s had five marriages, and plenty of flings in between. One of these resulted in his son David, who was born in 1981. Eric knew nothing of David’s existence until he rocked up in the village in 2006.
The pair made up for lost time and grew close. Whilst far from a model parent, Eric has proved himself to have a paternal instinct. As well as being there for David, he and wife number five, Val, took in wayward teen Amy Wyatt (now Barton).
Time has mellowed Eric, that and his ailing health. In 2023, Eric was dealt a shattering blow when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Thankfully, there’s still life in the old dog yet, and Eric is being supported by his friends and neighbours.
David Metcalfe – the son of Eric Pollard
David Metcalfe is the son of Eric Pollard, father to Amba and Theo Metcalfe, and stepfather to Jacob Gallagher.
He was the product of an affair between Eric and a lady called Lydia. Eric had walked out on Lydia when she was pregnant, but didn’t know about David’s existence. When David revealed his true identity, Eric demanded he take a DNA test. This confirmed he was his son.
David settled in the Dales and went on to open David’s Shop, which is located in the heart of the village. Much like his father, David was a ladies’ man. The David Beckham doppelganger’s conquests included Delilah Dingle, Jasmine Thomas, Nicola King (before she was married to Jimmy) and Leyla Harding.
David was married three times. Twice to Leyla’s sister Alica Harding, and once to Tracy Shankley, who supported him through his battle against testicular cancer in 2015.
He has three children. His stepson, Jacob came into David’s life in 2010 after he started dating his biological mum, Leyla.
His daughter Amba was conceived during a fling with her mum, Priya Sharma. And David’s son Theo is the product of his ill-fated romance with schoolteacher Maya Stepney.
Maya was sent to prison for grooming Jacob, and baby Theo arrived on the doorstep on Christmas Day 2019. The paternity of the tot was in question, but a DNA test confirmed David was the daddy.
David started an on/off relationship with Victoria Sugden, but was heartbroken to discover she’d fallen for Jacob. Devastated by the betrayal, David quit the village in November 2023, taking Amba and Theo with him.
The Pollard family in Emmerdale: Eric’s wives
Eric’s first – and secret – wife, Eileen (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Eileen Pollock
Eileen Pollock was Eric’s first wife. They married in 1964 and had already split by the time Eric came to Emmerdale. She appeared in seven episodes of the soap in 1994 and was played by actress Arbel Jones.
During their time together, Eileen and Eric had had a son, Edward, who was tragically stillborn. Eric and Eileen parted ways a few years after Edward’s passing but never actually divorced. Eric then changed his surname to Pollard in a deliberate move to stop Eileen from finding him.
However, Eileen discovered Eric’s whereabouts after reading about the death of his new wife, Elizabeth Feldmann, in the plane crash of December 1993.
In March 1994, Eileen turned up in the village. She threatened to expose Eric as a bigamist unless he paid her off. Eileen got what she wanted and left the village, never to be seen again.
Tragedy struck for Pollard with second wife, Elizabeth (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Elizabeth Pollard
Elizabeth Pollard (nee Jeffries) was the second wife of Eric. She came to the village in 1990 along with her two children from a previous marriage – Michael and Elsa.
A love triangle formed between Elizabeth, Eric and Alan Turner, but it was Pollard who won her heart. The couple became husband and wife in October 1992, but Elizabeth had no idea that Eric was still married to Eileen.
Elizabeth thought she was the woman who could tame Eric. But she then found out he was planning to commit fraud and frame her son for the crime. She threatened to report Eric to the police, but didn’t get the chance after being killed when an airliner exploded over the village.
Speculation was rife amongst the locals that Eric had murdered his wife. It was concluded in 2011 Elizabeth had died after being struck by falling debris.
Eric and Dee got hitched after meeting on holiday (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Dee de la Cruz
Diwata Margharita ‘Dee’ de la Cruz (previously Pollard) was the third wife of Eric Pollard. The couple met when Eric made a trip to the Far East in 1997 and ended up falling for Filipino student Dee.
Following a whirlwind romance, Eric popped the question and then Dee followed him back to the village. Their unlikely courtship raised a few eyebrows amongst the locals, but it seemed like the real deal when Eric and Dee married in May 1997.
Their union didn’t last long due to Eric’s possessive behaviour. When a letter arrived saying Dee’s mother was ill, Eric thought it was a scam to get money out of him. He hid the letter, preventing Dee from getting the chance to see her mother – who died shortly afterwards.
When Dee discovered what Eric had done she left him and the Dales. Their marriage was annulled.
Gloria betrayed Eric and left him high and dry (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Gloria Weaver
Eric’s fourth wife was veterinary surgery receptionist Gloria Weaver. She was introduced to Emmerdale in May 2000 as a member of Reverend Ashley Thomas’s congregation. Gloria disapproved of Ashley’s relationship with Bernice Blackstock and was very vocal in making it known.
Eric and Gloria became involved when he purchased some of her old antiques and the pair hit it off. After their marriage in 2002, Gloria set her sights on a career in politics.
Her ruthless nature became apparent when she told Eric to bed fellow councillor Glynis Hardy to increase his chances of becoming mayor.
Eric did as he was told and was duly elected, but when his dalliance with Glynis became public knowledge, Gloria refused to stand by her man.
She stood for election and won her own seat, then relocated to London and began an affair with her young male colleague.
Gloria was caught out by Steph Stokes and forced to tell Eric she’d been unfaithful. He responded by throwing her out on the street. As a final act of revenge, Gloria faked her own death and went off to start a new life elsewhere.
Val was really the true love of Pollard in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
Val Lambert
The love of Eric’s life was his fifth wife, the late Valerie ‘Val’ Pollard (nee Lambert), played by Charlie Hardwick.
Val was an irrepressible force – outspoken, opinionated, with a huge lust for life and tendency for troublemaking. She was the younger sister of Diane Sugden and mother of Paul and Sharon Lambert.
Eric more than met his match in Val and their chemistry was an instant hit with the viewers. The couple set up their own fabrics company, but their relationship ran into trouble when Eric started putting his political career ahead of Val.
They reconciled, married in 2008 and purchased The Grange B&B. Two years on, Val and Eric took on teenage tearaway Amy Wyatt.
The Pollards’ marriage hit the rocks not long after and Val fled to Portugal. She returned with a little more than a suntan after finding out she’d contracted HIV from her holiday fling, Ian Chamberlain.
Val’s diagnosis caused her and Eric to split up for a while, but they found their way back to one another and soon started cooking up new scams.
In 2015, Val planned to fake her own death after she helped Carly Hope and her dad Bob commit fraud. The idea was for Val to ‘die’ to avoid going to prison, then she and Eric could start a new life abroad together.
Unfortunately Val never got that far when she was one of the villagers killed off in the Summer Fete storyline of August 2015.
Val met her maker in the Hall of Mirrors after being impaled by a shard of glass – a gloriously gothic exit for her character. She rose from the dead a few days later, appearing as a ghost to bid a final farewell to Eric.
The Pollard family in Emmerdale: Eric’s grandchildren
Jacob betrayed dad David, but Pollard forgave him (Credit: ITV)
Jacob Gallagher
Although not biologically Eric’s grandson, for all intents and purposes these two are close family. Jacob, played by Joe-Warren Plant is the adopted son of David and calls Pollard grandad.
Eric has been by Jacob’s side supporting him through lives ups and downs – including his affair with teacher Maya Stepney. Although Pollard and Jacob fell out when the young Gallagher started dating Victoria Sugden, they have reconciled.
Jacob is now supporting Eric through his Parkinson’s diagnosis and is there for his grandad every step of the way.
Priya and David’s daughter Amba (Credit: ITV)
Amba Metcalfe
Amba Metcalfe is David Metcalfe’s daughter from his relationship with Priya Kotecha and Eric Pollard’s granddaughter. The character was played by Ava Jayasinghe.
She was born in May 2014 on the back seat of a car after Priya went into labour six weeks early. Amba was rushed to hospital and diagnosed with sepsis, but thankfully made a full recovery.
The youngster left the Dales in January 2023 when Priya accepted a job offer in London. Dad David went to join the family when he departed the village in November 2023.
Little Theo in Emmerdale was fortunately not hurt by killer Meena (Credit: ITV)
Theo Metcalfe
Theodore Eric ‘Theo’ Metcalfe is the son David fathered with his ex-girlfriend Maya Stepney. He’s the half-brother of Amba Metcalfe and Eric Pollard’s grandson.
Maya gave birth to Theo in November 2019 and gave him the name, Alex. On Christmas Day she abandoned her baby son on David’s doorstep with a note asking to look after him. Theo now lives with David full time.
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In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, an ambulance arrives in the village. But which village resident is it for? Who is on their way to A&E and will they survive? You’re not going to want to miss a moment of Emmerdale on Friday September, 27.
An ambulance arrives in the village to help one resident (Credit: ITV)
Fears mount for Belle in Emmerdale spoilers
1. Belle is in serious danger
Belle’s hell is far from over after coming face-to-face with her abusive ex, Tom in Thursday’s episode.
She had been waiting at Wishing Well for Amelia to arrive after the teen mum asked if they could talk about Tom. Belle had dared hope Amelia was starting to see the light about the evil vet, but it was all a trap set by Tom.
Having ensured Belle was home alone, Tom then let himself into the Dingles’ house and confronted his former wife. She tried to escape, but Tom blocked Belle’s exit and proceeded to lock the doors.
Belle was being held hostage and there was seemingly no way out… After a dramatic showdown, Belle stabbed her evil ex in the back with an axe and fell lifeless to the floor…
Tom tortured Belle but ended up the victim (Credit: ITV)
2. Will Tom survive?
Responding to a call, an ambulance arrives in the village and parks up in a field. Its blue lights are flashing, signaling an emergency has occurred.
But who dialed 999 for Tom? Has Belle called them or someone else taken control of the situation?
Is Tom’s reign of terror finally over? Or is this just the beginning for a frightened Belle as she must face justice over what she’s done?
Has Pollard’s health taken a turn for the worse? (Credit: ITV)
Other locals are in crisis in Emmerdale spoilers
3. Could another villager be in peril?
Although Tom is the most likely candidate for the ambulance, let’s not forget there are another couple of residents whose health is in a fragile state.
Pollard almost suffered an angina attack, which was only prevented by John Sugden’s quick-thinking. But might Eric have experienced a second attack and not had John on hand to administer first aid?
And then there’s Moira, who’s just been diagnosed with a non-cancerous tumour. Have the emergency services arrived to help Moira?
Tom makes a dramatic return to the village in tonight’s exciting Emmerdale spoilers as he holds Belle hostage at Wishing Well Cottage. Will she make it out alive?
Elsewhere in Emmerdale on Thursday September 26, Laurel beds another vicar when her and Charles give into their desires. But will Charles’s ex Manpreet catch them in the act? And, John becomes a local hero after his quick-thinking actions save Pollard’s life.
Menacing Tom holds Belle hostage at Wishing Well (Credit: ITV)
Belle falls into Tom’s trap in Emmerdale spoilers
1. Belle hopes Amelia is starting to see the light
Belle has been doing everything in her power to make Amelia see what kind of a monster Tom is. So far, the teen mum has been refusing to hear a bad word said against her boyfriend and refuses to be believe he’s a violent abuser.
But it seems Belle’s pleas may finally have been heard when Amelia agrees to talk.
She asks Belle if they can meet at Wishing Well to discuss everything and Belle is only too happy to agree. She makes sure they’ve got the PLACE to themselves then waits for Amelia to show.
Belle is in terrible danger, can she make it out alive? (Credit: ITV)
2.Tom holds Belle hostage
Belle hears the door open and turns round to see Tom standing there.
The pair haven’t come face-to-face for a few weeks since Tom vanished from the village in the wake of his sacking. Belle is understandably terrified as she realises Tom must have used Amelia to get her alone.
Tom is out for revenge after Belle outed his abuse to the whole village, and as she tries to escape he blocks her exit and proceeds to lock the doors. Belle is trapped with no way out and could be in mortal danger.
Is tragedy about to strike?
Laurel and Charles’s argument turns to passion (Credit: ITV)
Laurel and Charles get it on in Emmerdale spoilers
3. Anger turns to passion for Laurel and Charles
Over at Woodbine, Charles is not a happy bunny when he finds out Laurel has gone ahead with her plans for the church harvest festival without consulting him first.
A row erupts between them as Charles voices his anger, but out of nowhere the pair find themselves kissing.
The impulsive moment of lust takes both Laurel and Charles by surprise. But after enjoying a bit of spikey banter, they end up taking things upstairs to the bedroom. Ooh vicar!
Laurel and Charles end up in bed together (Credit: ITV)
4. Manpreet wants Charles back
Meanwhile, unaware of what’s happening, Charles’s ex Manpreet urges Jai not to give up on his marriage to Laurel. The pair are in the middle of a messy divorce, but Jai has now seen the error of his ways and wants his wife back.
Manpreet’s chat with Jai also makes her realise how much she misses Charles. The on/off couple split back in the summer but now Manpreet wants to rekindle their relationship.
She heads over to Woodbine, ready to tell Charles how she feels. But is she about to discover him in bed with Laurel?
John prevents Pollard from suffering a potentially fatal angina attack (Credit: ITV)
It’s John to the rescue in Emmerdale spoilers
5. John saves Pollard’s life
At the surgery, John’s quick actions prevent Pollard suffering an angina attack. The former army medic recognises the signs and is able to administer the correct medication swiftly.
Liam is impressed by the newcomer’s excellent work, while John awkwardly enjoys the praise.
Later, John accepts a job working at Brooke Surgery. Is he finally beginning to settle into his new life in Emmerdale?
It seems at least one character will likely be rushed to hospital in upcoming Emmerdale scenes. The soap has teased a mystery spoiler confirming an ambulance arrives in the village next week.
With plenty currently going on in the Dales, from Moira’s brain tumour diagnosis to Belle‘s ongoing struggles with abusive husband Tom, there’s many possible reasons why paramedics are called to the village.
An ambulance arrives in the village… (Credit: ITV)
An ambulance arrives in the village
A cryptic spoiler image shows an ambulance parked up in the Dales, but the vehicle is not in the main village. Instead, however, it is parked in nearby field. The ambulance’s blue flights are flashing, signalling an emergency has occurred.
The spoiler, believed to be for the episode airing on Friday, September 27, simply reads: “An ambulance arrives in the village…”
Soap bosses have kept all other details under wraps, therefore there are no further spoilers for the episode in question.
Is Belle in danger? (Credit: ITV)
Who could be in danger?
There’s plenty of possible reasons why an ambulance is in Emmerdale village next week. In the days leading up to the emergency, two residents in particular are believed to be in danger.
Eric has a health scare at the GP surgery next week. He suffers an angina attack, but thankfully John is nearby and comes to his rescue, managing to prevent the attack. Could the ambulance be called for Eric?
Meanwhile, Belle faces another showdown with estranged husband Tom as the domestic abuse storyline continues. Following chats with Lydia, Belle wonders whether to report Tom to the police in next week’s episodes.
Later, she manages to convince Amelia to meet up with her and invites her to the Dingles’ for a chat. As Belle waits for Amelia, Tom lets himself into the house and locks the door, leaving Belle horrified. Tom conceals the exit and as a result, Belle has no way out of the property.
Is Belle in danger? And is the ambulance called for her?
John is once again hailed a hero in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers after he saves Pollard’s life. The village veteran is on the verge of a terrifying angina attack when John steps in to help. And Liam’s so impressed he offers John a job at the surgery.
It’s John to the rescue as he saves Eric from a potentially fatal angina attack (Credit: ITV)
John is finding his feet in Emmerdale spoilers
John has decided to try and make a go of a new life in Emmerdale, but things haven’t got off to the smoothest start.
His rude behaviour has rubbed locals up the wrong way and John doesn’t seem like he’s here to make friends. Even poor Victoria, who’s been so desperate to get to know her big brother, hasn’t been able to break through his icy exterior.
Aaron has had slightly better luck, but his affair with John still feels a purely physical thing. John is harbouring big secrets from his past, which he doesn’t want Aaron – or anyone else knowing about.
Are viewers ever going to see the real John?
Pollard has a lucky escape thanks to John’s quick-thinking (Credit: ITV)
John saves Pollard’s life
John puts his experience as an army medic to good use when Eric starts feeling rather unwell.
The Dales legend’s health has taken a knock since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s last year. The news came as a crushing blow for Eric, but it doesn’t seemed to have stopped him getting up to his usual immoral antics.
Pollard is determined to carry on as normal, but events take a terrifying turn when he starts experiencing chest pains. Could he be on his way out?
Thankfully John is at Brook Surgery and recognises the signs of an oncoming angina attack. He takes Eric’s blood pressure then administers a mouth spray to alleviate his chest pains and prevent the attack.
Liam reckons John would be a wonderful addition to his surgery (Credit: ITV)
Liam rewards John’s bravery
Dr Liam is impressed by John’s quick-thinking and thanks him for helping Eric.
Although clearly not comfortable with being centre of attention, John awkwardly enjoys the praise. So when Liam offers him a permanent job, John happily accepts.
Is he finally starting to feel at home in Emmerdale?
