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Review of the week: Dawn whinges, Matty left terrified and finally some laughs from Mandy and Rhona

It’s been a complicated week in Emmerdale as we review everything that’s gone one. Things have been looking bleak for Matty in prison, Dawn is struggling to cope with Evan’s illness, and Lydia made an awful realisation.

But there has been one unexpected moment of fun in among all the misery.

Here’s what’s been going on.

Dawn forgot Clemmie’s birthday because of all her moaning (Credit: ITV)

Dawn and Billy’s anguish

It’s been tough seeing Dawn and Billy coping with baby Evan’s leukaemia diagnosis. This week things got even trickier for the pair when Billy broke the protective ‘bubble’ at Home Farm and the little lad ended up back in hospital with a temperature.

It’s not been easy for Dawn and Billy – and it’s not easy for us viewers either! In fact, this whole storyline feels like a slog. Dawn’s a devoted mum, doing her best, but she’s being a bit, well, annoying. Surely it’s unrealistic to expect a whole family to put their lives on hold for what could be years? Kim can’t run weddings at Home Farm, putting a big dent in their income. Billy can’t do his personal training, even Clemmie and Lucas are being half-heartedly home-schooled, by people who don’t know what a fronted adverbial is or how to calculate 10 per cent of something.

And by the end of the week, Dawn had even forgotten Clemmie’s birthday (which seems unlikely, to be honest, as she loves her daughter fiercely), giving Rose a chance to save the day, while Kim was out in the cold.

Sadly we feel Dawn’s constant whining is making us far less sympathetic to what should be a heart-wrenching story.

Amy dropped Matty right in it (Credit: ITV)

Matty’s torment

There’s not much happiness in the Dales this week and Matty’s prison horror is heaping misery on the misery. This week, his wife Amy accidentally landed him in it when she inadvertently revealed he was trans to prison bully Robbo.

The next thing we saw was poor Matty battered and bruised in the prison infirmary. Though shockingly, he admitted he’d asked his cellmate Les to beat him up as hospital was the only place he feels safe. It’s a tricky situation for Matty, there’s no doubt. He’s determined to stay put in the cell, but frankly we reckon if it was us in that situation, we’d be running to that isolation wing as fast as our legs would carry us.

And there is a bright side to Matty’s torment – at least while he’s banged up, he doesn’t have to listen to Dawn whining, eh?

Samson is more scared of Josh than he is of Moira, which frankly seems a bit stupid (Credit: ITV)

Kidnap!

Meanwhile ferocious mum Moira was on the warpath, trying to force the truth out of Samson. She even went as far as kidnapping the lying lad – with some help from brother Mack – in an attempt to get him to admit Matty didn’t stab him.

But no, Samson’s staying schtum for now at least. In fact, he even managed to persuade Moira he was going to confess and instead he dropped her right in it with the police! What a snake!

We can’t help thinking Samson’s not being especially savvy. Is he really more scared of Josh than he is of Moira? Moira who killed Emma Barton and let her son take the blame? That Moira? Foolish choice, Samson. Foolish!

Lydia’s on to Samson now,Â though, and she can be just as fierce as Moira, though a lot less handy with her fists, so we reckon it’s only a matter of time before Samson fesses up. Which is good news for those of us who are finding new, evil bestie Josh, intensely annoying!

Mandy and Rhona have become firm friends overnight! (Credit: ITV)

I’ll tell you what I want

Rhona and Mandy’s odd feud seemed a bit forced at first and we weren’t totally on board with it. BUT! What we were totally on board with was the making up. The pair were set up by barmaid Gail after Marlon and Paddy begged her to sort out the beef between them.

And it worked! Before long, the women were necking drinks and sharing stories, and heading into town. In fact, we didn’t see them again until they were staggering home in the early hours – crossing paths with Moira and Mack who’d been at the cop shop.

When Rhona woke up at Paddy and Mandy’s later, she was in a bad way! She even discovered she had a sore back. “What did I do?” she asked. What she did – apparently – was get a tattoo of a Spice Girl! Possibly, Posh. Maybe Sporty. Mandy wasn’t sure. Either way, it was some much-needed light-relief in the midst of all this week’s misery!

Zig-ah-zig-ah, indeed.

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.

13th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira arrested after Samson ‘snitch-up’

Itâ€™s been messing up the soap schedules… but is football finally coming home? Let’s just say it stands a much, much better chance than poor Matty Barton after his family’s latest desperate attempt to get him out of jail in Emmerdale tonight.

Emmerdale tonight: Moira a Mob boss in the making

In Thursday’s hour-long visit to the Dales, Moira (played by Natalie J Robb) couldn’t bear what’s happening to her son and decided to go all Glasweegie gangster – with what appeared to be EastEnders bad boys Grant and Phil Mitchell tucked down her top for moral support – on Samson’s ass.

She and Mack ‘escorted’ Samson from the Dingles’ place to Butlers’ farm, where they ‘encouraged’ him to tell the police the truth that Josh attacked Matty, in an attempt to get him off and get him to safety.

Moira motioned to (albeit half-heartedly) strangle the teen Dingle, before he agreed to the plan.

“I won’t forget this, you’re saving Matty’s life,” she told Samson, as he insisted on heading into the cop shop alone, after his aunt insisted on driving him there.

RED ALERT MOIRA! RED ALERT!

Later, the police arrived and Moira and Mack were in shock to discover what all viewers had figured out 15 minutes earlier – snivelling Samson had doubled crossed her!

The local plod arrested M & M on suspicion of kidnapping and imprisonment – and Mamma Barton once again reminded us why she’s a soap icon as she calmly kissed her boys goodbye as though she was heading out to buy bread.

With Matty now looking even more like he’s toast.

The look of let’s be friends this is not (Credit: ITV Emmerdale)

Friends with baggage

Elsewhere, there was a refreshingly grown-up conversation between exes Charles and Manpreet as they opened up about why their relationship actually started to go wrong a long time ago – and agreed it was lovely they could be friends. Before then ending up in bed together.

Charles couldn’t wait to make his exit afterwards as doe-eyed Manpreet said, “I’ll see you again soon then for a drinkâ€¦ or something.” The look on her face suggested that ‘something’ she had in mind isn’t Scrabble.

Friend-ing with benefits with the grieving ex that harshly dumped her… what could possibly go wrong?

Has Kim’s kindness to Billy just made her own life unbearable? (Credit: ITV)

Kim’s kindness an awful foreshadowing?

There was more anxious pacing at Home Farm as gravely ill baby Evan was admitted to hospital with an infection. Dawn was on the warpath convinced that husband Billy was to blame after he supposedly returned home from a job in Bristol, bringing with him the offending germs.

Thankfully only Kim knew that job in Bristol was actually a booze-up with Nate and, as Dawn took Billy on a very long guilt trip, Kim stepped in to suggest she had brought the infection about after meeting a client.

Dawn branded her stepmother selfish and stupid before spitting cryptically, “She’s not getting away with this.”

In another room, meanwhile, Kim assured Billy: “Let her have a big rant about the big, bad witch. She can shout and scream at me all she likes. It’ll all calm down once Evan is better.”

Will the words ‘once Evan is better’ come back to haunt her – and tear the family apart?

What did you think of Emmerdale tonight?

Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.Â

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

11th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Matty beaten, Billy messed up

Emmerdale tonight saw things get worse for Matty when he was taken to hospital after a beating. But things weren’t as they seemed when the end of the episode revealed a huge twist about the attack.

Also, Billy messed up by getting drunk while out with Nate. Kim covered for him, but will it cost her?

Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight (Tuesday July 9).

Matty is in a dangerous situation (Credit: ITV)

Matty beaten to a pulp

In his prison cell Matty couldn’t sleep and was panicking about Les leaving him all alone. Matty tried to put on a brave face, told Les it was brilliant and he would be all right.

Robbo continued to torment Matty calling him ‘Barbie’ and ‘freak’. Matty then confided in a prison guard who said they’d do everything they could to keep him safe. She offered to remove him to segregation, but he refused, not wanting to be locked up with rapists and paedophiles.

Meanwhile, back at home Amy and Moira were worried they hadn’t had their lunchtime call from Matty. When the phone rang, they found out he’d been rushed to hospital.

They raced down there and saw he’d been beaten to a pulp. Matty broke the news to Amy that she was to blame due to her loose lips. Moira was fuming and suggested Amy just punch him herself. Matty defended Amy, insisting it was just a mistake. He then confessed he wanted to stay in hospital as it’s the only place he’s not frightened all the time.

Moira did apologise to Amy back home, but it was clear she blamed herself anyway, claiming: “I might have signed his death warrant.”

At the hospital, Les came to visit. Not sure that would be allowed, but still, he was kind and caring. And then it was revealed Matty had actually got Les to beat him up so he could get out of prison and stay in hospital. But in fact, he was going back to the wing in a day, so it had “all been for nothing.”

And with Les gone, it looks like things are going to get a whole lot worse for Matty now…

Kim covered for Billy as she felt sorry for him (Credit: ITV)

Billy messed up in Emmerdale tonight

Kim tried to reassure Billy over what happened with Evan’s meds, but Dawn wasn’t as forgiving. She wouldn’t let Billy administer Evan’s drugs that morning, and she firmly told Kim to clean herself up after tending to her horses. She’s a braver woman than us, speaking to Kim Tate like that!

As Billy continued to beat himself up, Nate offered to take him for a pint. Billy refused due to Evan’s immune system. But Nate was a good mate and set up a socially distanced get together at – where else – the cricket pavilion!

Billy offloaded his woes to Nate, who tried to offer counsel. He advised him to confide in Dawn, but Billy wasn’t keen.

Back at home, Dawn was furious with Billy for going AWOL. Nate had to take a very drunk Billy home and fortunately it was Kim who met them. She covered for Billy, texting Dawn from his phone to say he was out all night so Billy could sleep it off. Go Kim.

Jai tried to win Laurel over

Gabby was fuming to see Jai still at the house, she told him he was moving out. Jai insisted he was still Laurel’s husband and wasn’t moving out until she told him to.

Laurel then came home and was pleased to see the kids, but Jai tried to take over. He said he’s moved into Archie’s room, but he and Laurel agreed the kids needed some normality so he didn’t need to move out yet.

Ruby is not backing down (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale tonight: Ruby forced Rose to continue

After a run in with Kim Tate in the village, Ruby met up with Rose to discuss The Plot. She explained she and Caleb were going away for a bit as Rose tried to get out of the plan.

But Ruby wanted answers over Rose fulfilling her end of the bargain. Rose confessed she was enjoying getting close to Dawn and she wasn’t comfortable. She insisted she needed to keep her grandson safe. But Ruby told her she owed her and needed to get it done.

Will Rose go through with it?

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.

9th July 2024
Sam Hall insists Samson ‘does have morals’ as he comes clean about the stabbing

As Samson Dingle in Emmerdale becomes more and more unlikable thanks to his lies, actor Sam Hall has revealed his alter ego will have a change of heart and attempt to set Matty free.

Currently Matty is locked up after he stabbed Samson. It was an accident, caused by Josh hurling transphobic insults at Matty and then pushing Samson into him. Samson was stabbed by the knife Matty was holding. He has since lied, under Josh’s orders, that Matty hurt him in cold blood.

It’s left the Dingles divided as half of them are standing by Samson, believing his lies, and the other half are desperate to get him to tell the truth.

Samson will finally – finally – have a change of heart next week. But how will Josh react?

The stabbing was a complete accident (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: The truth is out!

Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal that Samson has been caught out in his fibs by Lydia. She encourages him to go to the police and be honest about what really happened. However his dad Sam is worried about Samson’s future and the trouble lying to the police will get him in and encourages him to do a runner.

With Sam and Lydia poles apart and Sam turning his anger on Cain, a fight breaks out and Sam punches his brother to the floor of the Woolpack.

Samson eventually realises Lydia is right and he needs to tell the truth. But how will this affect his future?

Samson has been under pressure from Josh (Credit: ITV)

Sam Hall teases the reason Samson tells the truth

Sam Hall who plays Samson has shared the reason behind the character’s U-turn.

Speaking to Entertainment Daily! and other media, Sam shared: “As we’ve seen previously in storylines, he sometimes says the wrong things and gets persuaded fairly easily by people through either fear or fear of the unknown.

“In the end, he always comes out to do the right thing because, from a parent’s point of view, Sam has always taught Samson to do the right thing. And, Lydia has always backed up Sam’s views on coming clean and doing the right thing. So, however wrong Samson does, I feel like he always comes out in the end to do the right thing and reverse what wrong he’s done.”

But why does he choose now, after standing his ground for so long, to come clean? “I think it’s his own conscience, I really do,” Sam explained.

“I do think his morals are very deep down, correct. In the end, it’s himself that thinks ‘look, Matty’s family, this isn’t the right thing to do. We need to do what’s right here.’ I do think it’s him.”

But there’s no telling whether the confession is in time to save Matty who is in prison hell and under threat from violence. Or how Josh will react. And whether Samson himself will evade justice?

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.

9th July 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Sam punches Cain as Samson’s lies are exposed

In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Samson Dingle admits the truth about his stabbing to the police after weeks of, frankly frustrating, lying.

But the confession leaves the Dingles in a right state. Sam and Cain are still at war and Sam soon turns violent. Meanwhile it causes problems for Sam and Lydia after she was instrumental in Samson coming clean.

Can the Dingles come together – or has this torn them apart for good?

Sam is definitely not forgiving of Cain (Credit: ITV)

Sam at war with his family

So the truth is out that Matty did not in fact stab Samson in cold blood, but accidentally when Josh pushed Samson on to Matty. The Dingles are a house divided over the revelation, however.

On one side is Sam, who is determined that Samson can’t get in trouble for this and must do the Dingle thing and run away. On the other is moral Lydia who is insistent Samson cannot evade the law.

As Sam and Samson have a secret meet-up, Lydia shows up and pleads with Samson to do the right thing. He eventually does and tells the police what really happened.

Sam is furious at everyone, Lydia for making Samson own up and Moira and Cain for reasons unknown when his son is clearly in the wrong.

Pulling no punches! (Credit: ITV)

Sam loses it in Emmerdale spoilers

Lydia faces the Dingle family, but stands her ground knowing she did the right thing. Meanwhile, Moira is feeling hopeful, but Sam makes it clear how angry he is with her.

Sam then comes face to face with Cain and for some reason lamps his brother one, punching Cain to the floor. Will Cain let this one go?

What Cain’s really concerned about is that Samson doesn’t try to do a runner again. Samson is left alone with his uncle and is nervous about what will happen – can’t say we blame him.

Will Cain exact revenge? Or leave that to the authorities?

Matty might not have much time left (Credit: ITV)

Danger for Matty

Meanwhile, in prison, Matty is relieved to hear that Sam has confessed, but what little hope he has is soon forgotten when he finds Robbo waiting for him.

He goads him with transphobic threats and cowers in fear. As other inmates join in, has Samson’s confession come too late to save Matty’s life?

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.

9th July 2024
What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Samson told more lies, Matty exposed

In Emmerdale tonight (Monday July 8) Samson spun more tall tales about his plan to leave the village, but Moira was determined to stop him.

Elsewhere, Matty was put in terrible danger – by his own wife, when Amy made an awful mistake.

Here’s everything that went down in Emmerdale tonight.

Moira is not letting Samson go (Credit: ITV)

Moira tried to stop Samson’s exit plan

Mack arrived at Butlers farm to break the news Josh and Samson are leaving sooner rather than later. Moira stormed round to the Dingles’ to confront Samson. She told Sam he was doing a runner and they got into a huge argument.

Sam then went to see Samson and find out what was going on. He tried to make Samson see he couldn’t run away. Playing the victim Samson made out he had to leave as he was scared of what Cain and Moira would do to him if he stayed. He claimed he’d be home for the trial. And Sam couldn’t see through his son’s lies and agreed to support his decision.

Meanwhile, Moira returned to the Dingles’ when it was empty and started rifling through drawers – she was trying to find Samson’s passport and couldn’t locate it. Can she find another way to keep him in the country?

Matty was all smiles, but not for long (Credit: ITV)

Matty in danger after Emmerdale tonight

Amy visited Matty in prison, who was in brighter spirits. He explained he’d told Les the truth and he was great about it. Amy was also feeling positive as she revealed they’d hired Kyle’s solicitor and they felt confident they’d get Matty out.

When the visit ended, Matty went back to his cell, but Amy was caught on the way out – by Robbo. But he was pretending to be Les. And Amy let slip that Matty is trans. She left with a smile on her face and absolutely no idea what she’d done…

Back in the prison, Robbo waltzed into Matty’s cell and revealed he’d spoken to Amy. Matty was clearly terrified as Robbo revealed he knew Matty was trans. Fortunately Les came back at the right time and stopped Robbo doing anything to him.

Les warned Matty to be careful, but Matty tried not to be too worried – after all, he’s got Les to protect him, right? Wrong! Les is being released – tomorrow. Matty is totally on his own. And frankly, it’s hard not to fear for his safety. Will he survive?

Laurel still wants Jai gone

Nicola was lording it up over Jai and told him to stay away from Laurel. Jai confided in Caleb and both admitted that their relationships were in tatters and both Nicky and Suni were blocking their calls.

Jai continued to defy Laurel’s orders and took her clothes to the hospital. When Nicola arrived she locked horns with Jai and Laurel had to pull them apart.

Jai left with his tail between his legs, however back in the village, Caleb was having a little more success solving his own marital woes.

Ruby and Caleb decided to leave in Emmerdale tonight

Still rowing about Nicky’s departure, Caleb couldn’t do right for doing wrong. Ruby constantly laid into him about never showing their son any love or affection.

Caleb eventually broke down and admitted he was a terrible dad. He said he hated himself for it. And he had to pack Nicky’s stuff away because it was too painful to see it around the house.

Caleb told Ruby he didn’t want to lose her and she agreed. They decided to go to Bali on holiday to think about themselves and work on their marriage. She also said they need to let Nicky go for now.

Wish we could swan off to Bali every time we’re having a bad week. See you soon, Miligans.

Will Billy ever get it right? (Credit: ITV)

Dawn dismissed Billy

Dawn was caring for Evan when Billy and Clemmie came in. Billy was ready to take over after Dawn had been up all night with their son, but she seemed reluctant to leave her baby’s side.

Billy wanted to be useful and offered to do Evan’s medication, but he spat it up. Dawn immediately took over and refused to show Billy what he’d done wrong. He clearly felt useless, but Billy is the last person on Dawn’s mind right now. She did little to reassure him later either.

Will Dawn ever see she’s not the only one going through this?

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.

8th July 2024
Emmerdale spoilers: Amy messes up – causing Matty to get beaten up

In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, big drama unfolds as Matty faces some serious trouble, thanks to a huge mistake by Amy. Matty’s already in a tough spot, stuck in jail, but just when you think it can’t get any worse, they really do.

Has Amy signed Matty’s death warrant? Or will he survive this latest challenge?

Matty’s prison struggle takes a turn

The good news is, Matty’s cellmate, Les, seems okay with Matty’s trans revelation. Les has accepted Matty for who he is, and this has given Matty a bit of relief.

However, things donâ€™t stay calm for long. Amy, trying to do the right thing and keep Matty’s secret safe, makes a huge mistake. She accidentally reveals Matty’s secret to Robbo, thinking he’s Les.

Robbo, who’s the prison psycho – and doesn’t even look like he could be a ‘Les’, now knows Matty’s true identity. This is bad. Very, very bad. It spells big trouble for Matty, as Robbo isn’t exactly the understanding type.

Could this new information give him the ammunition he needs to make Matty’s life even harder?

As Amy and Moira wonder why they haven’t heard from Matty at his scheduled call time, a phone call from the prison makes their blood run cold. Matty is in hospital. Will he be okay?

Matty is in a dangerous situation (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Matty’s new legal hope

Meanwhile, amidst all the chaos, there is a glimmer of hope for Matty.

He’s clinging to the prospect of a new solicitor taking on his case. In fact it’s the same guy who represented Kyle and got him off all charges.

How will this new legal representation impact Matty’s situation, especially with Robbo now knowing his secret?

What’s next for Matty?

As Matty navigate this new threat? Can Amy fix her massive mistake?

With Matty terrified in prison, Moira is doing all she can to get her son out. She has discovered Samson and Josh are planning to leave for their European trip earlier than expected.

Although Sam defends Sam’s right to go travelling, it is clear Samson is trying to get out of the trial. Moira knows this and will go to any lengths possible to stop him going.

Meanwhile, Lydia is also growing suspicious of Samson and Josh when she sees a fraught conversation between the pair. Will Lydia help out the truth? Let’s hope so before it’s too late for Matty…

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.

This article was written with the help of AI.

2nd July 2024
7 Emmerdale spoilers for next week as Amy reveals Matty’s identity and Moira vows to clear her son’s name

In next week’s Emmerdale spoilers, Amy accidentally reveals Matty’s secret while visiting him in jail, leading to dangerous consequences.

Meanwhile, Moira finds out about Samson’s travel plans and all hell breaks loose. Also, Billy’s mistake causes a health scare for Evan.

Get ready for an action-packed week!

Matty’s wife Amy talks to Robbo, thinking it’s Les (Credit: ITV)

1. Amy’s big slip-up

Amy visits Matty in jail and is pleased to find him much more upbeat. Things aren’t looking too bad: he’s been honest with Les, who has accepted him and is like his prison guard dog.

However, when Amy mistakenly believes Robbo is Les, she reveals Matty’s secret. Unaware she’s put her husband in terrible danger she swans off home to report the good news to Moira that Matty is doing better.

Matty is in a dangerous situation (Credit: ITV)

2. Matty is threatened in Emmerdale spoilers

Back in his cell, Les pops off to see his solicitor, leaving Matty all alone. And that’s when Robbo pounces. He reveals he knows the truth and Matty is clearly terrified.

Trapped in his cell, can anyone save Matty – or will Robbo strike?

Determined to get to the bottom of everything, Moira confronts the Dingles over Samsonâ€™s travel plans (Credit: ITV)

3. Moira’s heated confrontation

Just when you thought Moira couldn’t get any more angry, she explodes again when she finds out Samson and Josh are planning to flee. They have brought their travel plans forward and it’s clear they’re intending to skip the trial.

She confronts Sam, who defends Samson – but also had no idea what his son was planning. As Moira vows to clear Matty’s name and expose Samson for the lying rat he really is, help might not be too far away.

Finally Lydia has opened her eyes! (Credit: ITV)

4. Lydia cottons on in Emmerdale spoilers

At last Lydia realises something isn’t right when she witnesses Josh and Samson in a heated debate. Josh is pressuring Samson to stick to their story and continue lying to the police.

As Lydia can see Samson is lying she meets Moira, who begs for her help. Will Lydia betray Samson to clear Matty’s name? She’s certainly always done the right thing before…

Evan is in danger as Billy ignores his responsibilities (Credit: ITV)

5. Billy’s mistake leads to Evan’s health scare

When Billy offers to give Evan his meds, Dawn agrees, but it’s clear she’s nervous. Evan spits up the medication, leaving Dawn making it clear she doesn’t trust Billy.

Fed-up, Billy meets Nate and they have socially distanced beers. But Billy gets so bladdered Kim has to cover for him and send him to bed.

When Evan wakes up with a temperature and a cough, Dawn is quick to blame Billy, sure his hangover is actually an illness. Kim continues to cover for him and takes the blame. But it’s not long before her actions leave her excluded from the family – and Rose in the inner circle.

The separation is hitting Jai hard (Credit: ITV)

6. Jai struggles post-separation

Jai has a hard time dealing with his split from Laurel. She is concerned he isn’t taking her decision for them to break-up seriously. Will she change her mind? Or will Jai finally get the message?

Can Gail help to to reunite Mandy and Rhona? (Credit: ITV)

7. Gail’s peacekeeping plan in Emmerdale spoilers

Gail tries to smooth things over between Rhona and Mandy with a new peace plan. Will it succeed?

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.

2nd July 2024
Ash Palmisciano reveals Mattyâ€™s life is at risk due to mistake made by Amy

Big drama is unfolding in Emmerdale as Matty Barton sees his life put at risk due to a shocking mistake. Matty, who’s in jail for stabbing Samson Dingle, faces even more danger when his wife Amy accidentally outs him as trans to a dangerous prisoner.

Actor Ash Palmisciano, who plays Matty, has now explained more about Matty’s precarious situation.

Amy things Robbo is Les… (Credit: ITV)

Big drama for Matty Barton in Emmerdale

Matty is in real trouble and it’s about to get even worse. In previous episodes, Matty was put in jail for stabbing Samson Dingle, even though it was an accident, Samson is lying that Matty deliberately attacked him.

Things get worse when Matty gets a new cellmate. Les, turns up and Matty is intimidated straightaway. However it turns out Les is fine with Matty being trans, and actually becomes his ally. He then teaches him how to keep his head down and protect himself.

Emmerdale star Ash Palmisciano on Amy’s big mistake

Now, here’s the kicker â€“ Matty’s wife, Amy, accidentally spills the beans to Robbo (thinking he is Les) that Matty is trans. Robbo’s a nasty piece of work and uses this info to corner Matty.

Speaking to Entertainment Daily, Ash has described the scenes as “really terrifying”.

He said: “Amy reveals to Robbo â€“ who is a very nasty, transphobic, horrible guy â€“ that Matty is trans and it’s the worst possible thing that could’ve happened to Matty.

“They have this conversation where Robbo makes it obvious that he knows who Matty is without saying it.”

Ash delved into Matty’s thoughts in this moment, explaining: “What’s he going to do with this information? What’s he going to do next? It could have been anything.”

Matty is in a dangerous situation (Credit: ITV)

What’s next for Matty?

Amy’s mix-up is a massive blunder, and tension is high wondering what’s next for Matty.

Will he be okay? Is Robbo about to make his life a living hell? Or will Samson finally confess the truth and get Matty out of prison in the nick of time?

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.

This article was written with the help of AI.

2nd July 2024