Tag: Moira Dingle

Name: Moira Dingle
Year Born: 1971
Joined: July 17, 2009
Married to: Cain Dingle
Children: Holly Barton (daughter), Adam Barton (son), Matty Barton (son), Isaac Dingle (son)
Parents: Unknown
Siblings: Mackenzie “Mack” Boyd (brother)
Place of Work: Butlers Farm
Played by: Natalie J Robb
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  • Talk about abrupt: Emmerdale fans fume as ITV ‘cuts’ final episode scene short

    Talk about abrupt: Emmerdale fans fume as ITV ‘cuts’ final episode scene short

    Fans have been left annoyed as the latest Emmerdale episode featured a very abrupt ending. The ITV show appeared to be cut short, leaving many annoyed and curious.

    Yesterday’s episode (November 19) featured a lot of Cain and Moira Dingle, as they prepared for her brain surgery.

    Throughout the show, Moira kept telling Cain he should prepare for the worst, but in true Cain fashion, he refused to even consider that was an option.

    After Moira checked that he knew where her will was in an emotional conversation, Cain stormed out of the house.

    His wife went to the one person she knew could get through to Cain; Chas Dingle. She had a similar conversation with her, asking her sister-in-law to look out for her family if anything were to happen to her.

    Chas agreed to this request, and the pair shared a teary-eyed hug. But when viewers next saw Cain, things looked a tad suspicious.

    Cain was in the garage and it seemed like there was something in the boot of his car. He stood holding the boot open, clearly emotional.

    Cain appears emotional in final scene of Noevember 19th Emmerdale
    Cain Dingle in garage as Emmerdale episode cuts short (Credit: ITV/Emmerdale YouTube)

    Fans slam abrupt Emmerdale episode ending

    But before anyone had a chance to process the scene, the theme tune came on and the credits rolled. Many fans thought the Emmerdale episode had quite a sudden ending.

    Taking to social media, one wrote: “That felt like a very sudden ending. Was the episode cut short?”

    Another echoed: “Feels like there should have been more to that Emmerdale episode. How come it ended so abruptly?”

    “How dare ITV cut Cain’s scene like that…” said one more

    Many others agreed that the final scene should have played out longer, questioning why exactly ITV cut it short.

    While the scene is still very quick on the ITVX version, it appears to last a tad longer than the live TV version last night. So it seems that it was cut short for an unknown reason.

    Cain and Moira prepare for her brain surgery (Credit: ITV)

    The episode set up tonight’s beautifully crafted special episode that centres around Moira finally getting her brain surgery.

    No stranger to a unique structure, tonight’s Emmerdale follows the day of the procedure – but Cain’s day is told in reverse chronological order.

    So the question remains, was Cain hiding something in his boot? Or was he just emotional over Moira’s procedure? And how will he cope when she goes in for surgery?

    Read more: New fan theory predicts Ruby was abused by Anthony and Steph is not Caleb’s daughter 

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

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

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  • As Moira heads in for brain surgery – is Natalie J Robb leaving Emmerdale? Here’s what we know

    As Moira heads in for brain surgery – is Natalie J Robb leaving Emmerdale? Here’s what we know

    After months of living with a brain tumour, Moira Dingle is going under the knife to have it removed in tonight’s Emmerdale (Wednesday November 20). And as she prepares for the worst, what does this mean for actress Natalie J Robb’s future on the show? Is she leaving Emmerdale?

    Well, Emmerdale has not confirmed or denied an exit for Moira, but Natalie herself has hinted Moira is going nowhere. In an interview with Emmerdale Insider, she said there was “more to come” for her character. And after tonight’s episode (no spoilers here!) we certainly think there is!

    Cain is stroppy and Moira is nervous ahead of the operation (Credit: ITV)
    Cain is stroppy and Moira is nervous ahead of the operation (Credit: ITV)

    Moira has brain surgery in Emmerdale

    Moira’s odd behaviour started some months ago. She was either snappy and nasty to everyone or overly affectionate. She also forgot things she said and did – particularly the bad stuff. The farmer even made a pass at Nate Robinson, Cain’s son, which nearly resulted in the end of their marriage.

    Moira was then diagnosed with a non-cancerous brain tumour. At first she adopted the ‘wait and see’ approach – living with the tumour and seeing if it developed and got worse. Cain was not on board with this and insisted she needed to have the op as soon as possible.

    With her seizures worsening and her not being allowed to be alone with her kids or work on the farm after she killed her sheep, Moira knew he was right.

    She has been practical about it, preparing a living will, visiting her eldest son, Adam, to say goodbye should the worst happen and trying to get Cain to accept she could die. All except the latter have gone well. Cain however, is not facing up to any of it and is brushing it under the table.

    Tonight Moira goes in for the operation. The episode will be another format-breaking one for Emmerdale as the first half tells Moira’s story. The second half then tells Cain’s story in reverse chronological order.

    Things appear to go well for Moira tonight (Credit: ITV)
    Things appear to go well for Moira tonight (Credit: ITV)

    So does Moira survive the surgery?

    Although we don’t know for definite yet, it looks like Moira will make it through, which means Natalie J Robb is going nowhere.

    Speaking to Emmerdale Insider and other media, Natalie recently said: “There’s still some things obviously to come out and I [Moira] still have to go through some treatment afterwards as well. So, we don’t know if everything is going to be hunky dory. But, there could be some slight personality change. It could be that she just deals with things differently because she’s been faced with such an ordeal.”

    Ordeal or not, we’re just glad that Moira pulls through and Nat not leaving. Now as for Coira, that’s a whole other story…

    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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  • 2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: A special episode for Cain and Moira Dingle

    2 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: A special episode for Cain and Moira Dingle

    In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight (Wednesday, November 20), Moira and Cain Dingle star in a special episode as Moira goes in for brain tumour surgery.

    In a change to the show’s usual format, Cain’s story will play out in reverse chronological order.

    Speaking about this special episode, Emmerdale producer Sophie Roper said: “This conceptual episode is a tale of two halves as we explore Cain and Moira’s separate journeys on the day of Moira’s brain surgery.

    “We firstly dramatise Moira’s experience as she undergoes the operation before breaking with soap form, and playing the second half of the episode in reverse order to reveal Cain’s journey, whilst Moira was in theatre.”

    Here’s what is happening in Emmerdale tonight.

    Moira goes in for surgery (Credit: ITV)

    1. Moira goes in for surgery

    Earlier this week, Moira Dingle returned home from visiting son Adam Barton. She wanted to see her older son as part of a “farewell tour” just in case the worst happens during her surgery.

    She continued to plan for the worst case scenario, including writing a living will. This left Cain struggling to deal with an uncertain future. Tonight, it’s the day of Moira’s operation and Cain continues to struggle with the threat of losing his wife.

    Cain struggles to cope (Credit: ITV)

    2. Cain has blood on his hand

    Emmerdale’s special episode will follow Cain and show how he copes with the day as he anxiously waits for news.

    Cain’s story will play out in reverse chronological order. It will start with Cain’s brother Caleb Miligan feeling dismayed to find Cain drunk and with bloodied hands. But what exactly happened beforehand to lead him to that point? And will Moira be okay?

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

    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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  • Moira returns and fans are baffled over her new blonde highlights ahead of brain op

    Moira returns and fans are baffled over her new blonde highlights ahead of brain op

    During Monday’s episode of Emmerdale, Moira Dingle arrived home following a break away, but fans were distracted by her hair.

    Moira left the village temporarily at the end of October with son Matty to visit her other son Adam.

    With the date of her brain tumour operation fast approaching, Moira returned home – with a brand new hair-do.

    Moira is having brain surgery (Credit: ITV)

    What happened to Moira?

    Over the summer, Moira suffered symptoms such as confusion, memory loss and seizures. She was eventually diagnosed with a type of brain tumour called a meningioma.

    Although she was told it was non-cancerous, she will be having surgery to remove it. In recent weeks, Moira has been preparing for the worst case scenario should the surgery not go as planned.

    Cain quipped that her reason for having to go and see Adam was that she needed to do a “farewell tour”. Moira also prepared a living will, which means her husband Cain Dingle won’t have to make any life-or-death decisions for her, should her surgery go wrong.

    Emmerdale has even planned a special episode which will follow Moira’s brain surgery as Cain anxiously waits for news.

    However, through all this turmoil, Moira still thought to take a trip to the salon – and fans are wondering what is the point?

    Her new hair-so has baffled viewers (Credit: ITV)

    Moira’s new hair-do

    Fans have taken to X to express their confusion over Moira’s new blonde highlights.

    Why has Moira had her hair highlighted two days before brain surgery?” asked one fan, with another writing: “So Moira has a brain tumour but she’s come back looking tanned, hair done and on top of the world. Also she walked in on her own? The last time she was in it she couldn’t be left alone.”

    A third fan added: “Like Moira‘s highlights. Bit of a waste when they shave all her hair off to operate on her tumour.” A fourth fan echoed this, writing: “Moira… new blonde highlights two days before a brain operation. Right…”

    “Where has Moira been?! The Sahara??! That’s some suntan & glow up!” joked another viewer. 

    But perhaps, if you’re about to have life-threatening surgery, a spot of pampering is just what the doctor ordered?

    Read more: Butlers Farm: Cain and Moira Dingle’s home

    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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  • 11 best Emmerdale couples – EVER! Robron, Coira and a famous bromance!

    11 best Emmerdale couples – EVER! Robron, Coira and a famous bromance!

    Emmerdale have given us some fantastic, and unforgettable couples over the years. From red-hot romances, to toxic marriages, and lifelong friendships, here are our 11 of all time favourite pairings. Let’s see if your favourite has made our list…

    Moira and Cain Dingle smile after getting married
    Moira and Cain have been married for 10 years (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Cain and Moira Dingle

    With 10 years of marriage under their belt, Cain and Moira have achieved iconic couple status. What started as a lusty affair has developed into a deep love, but it’s frankly a miracle Mr and Mrs D are still together given what the last decade has thrown at them.

    Coira have overcome terrible tragedy (the loss of Moira’s daughter Holly to a heroin overdose), affairs (on both sides, including Moira’s icky fling with Cain’s long lost son, Nate), a stint in prison (him), and an alcohol addiction (her).

    But despite all this they’ve been able to create a life together and have worked hard raising their blended family.

    The couple are now faced with an uncertain future since Moira’s brain tumour diagnosis. We’re keeping everything crossed Moira will make a full recovery, and Cain has vowed to be by her side, no matter what.

    Emmerdale just wouldn’t be the same without them together.

    Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle together on their wedding day
    Emmerdale fans are still praying for a Robron reunion (Credit: ITV)

    Best Emmerdale couples: Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle

    Robron definitely win the award for Emmerdale’s most shipped couple. Fans could not get enough of this handsome duo.

    Aaron and Robert’s love story started on a country lane back in 2014, where they shared their first kiss. At the time, Aaron was out and proud, but Robert was engaged to heiress Chrissie White and still in the closet.

    Their affair quickly turned toxic as Robert refused to leave Chrissie, and ended up killing Katie Sugden to keep his secret safe. Aaron eventually snapped and outed Robert, causing his life to implode.

    Even when the couple finally made it official, they were faced with obstacle after obstacle. Robert supported Aaron after he revealed he’d been abused by his father, Gordon. And Aaron forgave Robert for fathering a baby with Rebecca White while he was in prison.

    Their wedding in 2018 remains one of the soap’s most memorable occasions. The couple, who looked dapper in their matching suits, wrote their own vows which they exchanged in front of their family, friends and millions of viewers.

    But after everything, Aaron and Robert never did get their happy ever after. A year after their nuptials Robert was jailed for murdering his sister Victoria’s rapist, Lee Posner. Instead of expecting Aaron to wait for him, Robert decided to set his husband free and filed for divorce.

    Will he come back for Aaron once those 14 years are up? We can only hope!

    Cain and Charity look sneaky
    Cain and Charity go way, way back (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Cain Dingle and Charity Dingle

    Before Moira there was only one woman for Cain – his second cousin, Charity. Partners in crime and in the bedroom, Emmerdale fans know these two share a whole lotta history.

    They had their first fling when they were just 14 and 13, which resulted in the birth of the daughter, Debbie. Charity and Cain gave her up for adoption and the trio weren’t reunited until Debbie came to the village years later.

    Shortly after Debbie’s return, Charity and Cain got back together. They had an on/off relationship and got engaged in 2009. However, the wedding never happened because Charity decided she wasn’t ready for marriage.

    Despite their red-hot chemistry, Charity and Cain’s romantic union finally ran its course and they split. Over the years they’ve had the odd cheeky bunk-up. In 2016, Cain nearly wrecked his marriage to Moira by getting jiggy with Charity.

    But these two have never been able to resist one another, and we reckon they’ve got another affair in them!

    Paddy kisses Chas while sitting at the kitchen table
    Chas and Paddy have decided they’re better off as friends (Credit: ITV)

    Paddy Kirk and Chas Dingle

    Chas has always had a thing for bad boys, but changed type when she got together with Paddy.

    Unlike her previous toxic exes, including the likes of Carl King and killer Cameron Murray, Paddy was a true gent. He treated Chas with care and respect and made her feel secure.

    The unlikely duo really were happy for a while. They supported one another through the devastating loss of their daughter Grace in 2018, and the arrival of little Eve the following year gave them reason to smile again.

    In 2020, the couple cemented their union with a gorgeous Christmas Day wedding.

    But then along came Al Chapman. Chas ended up breaking Paddy’s heart when she strayed with the sleazy businessman. The discovery of his wife’s betrayal drove Paddy into a deep depression and he contemplated taking his own life.

    Chas begged for forgiveness, but there was no going back. Post-divorce, Paddy and Chas are back on friendly terms, but she definitely lost a good guy there.

    Kim and Frank Tate and their horse smile in Emmerdale
    The Tates in happier times (Credit: ITV)

    Frank and Kim Tate

    Kim and Frank were the ultimate power couple in the days when they were lord and lady of Home Farm.

    Frank had made his fortune in haulage, and everyone (including him) probably knew Kim had only married him for the money. Kim had previously worked as Frank’s secretary, but had managed to seduce her way into his bed.

    Their marriage was volatile and littered with betrayals. Frank had a drink habit and violent temper, while Kim had an appetite for younger lovers. Her affairs with gamekeeper Neil Kinkaid and farmhand Dave Glover made for addictive viewing.

    In 1996, Kim and Frank welcomed a son, James, although there was a question over the tot’s parentage for a while. Kim had hoped James was her lover Dave’s, but he turned out to be Frank’s.

    Just months after James’s arrival, Frank tried to have Kim killed. She responded by faking her own death and framing Frank for the ‘murder’. It wasn’t your average tit-for-tat with these two!

    When Kim ‘returned from the dead’, the shock of seeing her again caused Frank to suffer a fatal heart attack. Kim stood by and watched as Frank died on the living room floor at Home Farm. Then as a final insult she used her compact mirror to check whether he was still breathing.

    With Frank a goner, Kim finally got her greedy mitts on Home Farm. Well, you can’t say she didn’t play the long game.

    Val was really the true love of Pollard in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)
    Val was the love of Eric’s life (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Best Emmerdale couples: Eric Pollard and Val Lambert

    Womanising Eric had already been married four times when he hooked up with Val Lambert. But in Val, Eric finally met his match – there was never a dull moment when these two were on screen together.

    Clearly fans of mixing business with pleasure, Eric and Val set up their own fabrics company together. That particular venture proved unsuccessful, so the couple decided to try their luck at being hoteliers.

    Shortly after their 2008 wedding, they purchased The Grange B&B, and two years later Val and Eric became foster parents when they took in teenage runaway, Amy Wyatt (now Barton).

    Their marriage hid the skids after Val cheated on Eric while they were on a break and contracted HIV. Eric left Val after he found out what she’d done, but they found their way back to one another.

    By 2015, Val was facing a prison sentence after committing fraud. She and Eric hatched a plan to fake her death so they could run away abroad together. But the scheming duo never got that far when Val became one of the victims of the village helicopter crash.

    A few days after her passing, Val appeared as a spirit and bid Eric a final goodbye. It was fitting ending for such an iconic partnership.

    Seth and Betty smile and cheers happily
    It was second time lucky for Seth and Betty (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Seth Armstrong and Betty Eagleton

    Emmerdale golden couple Seth and Betty showed us all the joys of good old fashioned romance.

    The pair had been sweethearts when they were young, before going their their separate ways. Betty went on to marry Walter, while Seth made a life with his wife, Meg.

    Following Wally’s death in 1994, Betty came to the village in search of Seth. He too had also been recently widowed. It was second time lucky for the former lovebirds, who reconciled and threw the locals a 1940s Christmas party.

    Betty definitely was the boss in their relationship, but Seth was her rock. When her no-good ex Reggie Wilkie came to the village looking to cause trouble, Seth saw him off. Shortly afterwards, Seth was the victim of a mugging and Betty nursed him back to health.

    Yes, they had their fallings out – who remembers when Betty dumped Seth after discovering he was broadcasting her to the village via a secret webcam – but their love always won over.

    Seth and Betty left the Dales together to start a new life in Australia. Homesick Betty soon returned and Seth was set to join her, but died on his flight home.

    Lisa and Zak Dingle
    Lisa and Zak were blissfully happy together until tragedy struck (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Zak Dingle and Lisa Clegg

    Soulmates Zak and Lisa were the heart of the show for many years.
    She was brave enough to take on his crazy family, and Zak worshipped the ground she walked on. The couple survived an attempt by Lisa’s ex-husband, Barry Clegg to split them up, and went on to marry on January 28, 1998.
    Eleven months later, the couple experienced their very own Christmas miracle when Lisa gave birth to daughter, Belle, in a pigsty. Belle’s shock arrival made Zak faint, which is hardly surprising given he and Lisa didn’t even know she was expecting.
    There were ups and down in the marriage, but Zak and Lisa always found a way to work through things. But in 2015, the Emmerdale writers caused uproar by making Zak have an affair with their lodger, Joanie Wright. Fans were aghast over Zak’s betrayal and felt the show had destroyed its strongest marriage.
    Zak divorced Lisa and married Joanie, but it didn’t last. After Joanie was killed off, Zak and Lisa fell in love again. When Lisa became terminally ill, she and Zak decided to remarry. The couple exchanged vows in a tearjerking ceremony, but just hours later Zak returned home to find Lisa had peacefully slipped away on the sofa. Sob!
    Jack Sugden and Diane Sugden in Emmerdale
    Jack and Diane made a great team (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Best Emmerdale couples: Jack and Diane Sugden

    Jack and Diane were a refreshingly normal couple, whose stable partnership we really miss.
    The pair had been friends for many years before romance blossomed after Woolpack landlady Diane supported Jack through the death of his second wife, Sarah. They married on September 21 2004, but the day was bittersweet as Diane was undergoing treatment for cancer.
    She went on to make a full recovery, but life was rather stressful dealing with Sugden kids, Robert, Andy and Victoria. Their constant drama drove a wedge between Jack and Diane and caused them to break up for a bit.
    The couple did reconcile and were happy again, but their life together was about to be cut short. In 2009, Jack died while in Spain visiting his elderly mum, Annie. The character was written out of the soap after the passing of real-life actor Clive Hornby.
    Diane was devastated at the sudden loss of her husband, but soldiered on in her usual stoic way. She remained living in the village for another 13 years before leaving for a new life.
    Katie and Andy Sugden on their wedding day in Emmerdale
    Katie and Andy on their second wedding day (Credit: ITV/Shutterstock)

    Andy Sugden and Katie Addyman

    Andy and Katie first locked eyes during a detention session at school. The teens fell hard and fast for one another, and at 16 decided they were mature enough to start a family. Katie fell pregnant, but sadly lost the baby. When Andy took over the tenancy at Butlers, farming started to take over his life. Katie was left feeling neglected and started a secret affair with Andy’s brother, Robert.
    The love triangle kept viewers gripped. Katie went ahead and married Andy, but couldn’t deny her love for Robert. When Andy found out about their betrayal he tried to kill Robert, then divorced Katie. It was no surprise that Katie and Robert’s relationship also ended very badly.
    In the years that followed Andy and Katie both married again – he to Jo Stiles, her to Declan Macey, but they never forget their first love.
    In 2014, a decade after their first trip down the aisle, Andy and Katie said I do again. But sadly they never even made it to their one year anniversary. Katie reignited her bitter feud with Robert and threatened to out his affair with Aaron Dingle. Robert responded by pushing Katie to her death through the floor of a derelict barn, leaving poor Andy a widower.
    Marlon Dingle and Paddy Kirk in Emmerdale
    Paddy and Marlon are the ultimate double act (Credit: ITV)

    Best Emmerdale bromance: Marlon Dingle and Paddy Kirk

    Okay, so Paddy and Marlon aren’t a romantic couple, but they are inseparable.
    The Dales double act have one of the most enduring friendships in all of soap – 27 years and still going strong. These two have shared everything – including the ladies – yes, Rhona, we’re looking at you!
    There have been plenty of laughs and comedy capers, but also darker times. When Marlon suffered a stroke, Paddy was instrumental in his recovery, and the chef returned the favour when his best mate battled depression.
    But whatever life throws at them, we know these guys have always got each others’ backs. Long live their bromance.

    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.

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  • Emmerdale fans ‘fuming’ over ITV’s ‘pathetic’ schedule change

    Emmerdale fans ‘fuming’ over ITV’s ‘pathetic’ schedule change

    Fans of Emmerdale were fuming yesterday (Thursday November 14) as ITV’s schedule change meant the show had been cancelled for football.

    Between 7pm and 10pm last night ITV aired coverage of the UEFA Nations League football match between Greece and England. Instead of its usual hour-long episode of the soap.

    While it’s not out of the ordinary for the channel to swap soaps for football, Emmerdale fans are getting progressively annoyed as they have to keep waiting longer for the next instalment.

    Tom turns his attention to Paddy (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans share their anger at schedule change

    Viewers let their feelings be known, as they took to Emmerdale Insider’s Facebook page to share their anger at the shake-up.

    One angry fan tried to provide a solution: “Sick of this happening. Have a channel especially for football. We all are not interested in football.”

    Another simply wrote they were “fuming” at the decision.

    “I am fed up with this happening due to football again”, a third soap fan commented.

    Another fan was so outraged they penned: “Think I might stop watching ITV.”

    “All these schedule changes for football are pathetic,” added one more.

    However, it looks like things aren’t set to change anytime soon as ITV have been changing schedules to show England matches for years. And in 2023 they secured exclusive rights to broadcast certain England men’s football matches until 2028. Although it’s very likely that contract will be extended again.

    This means Emmerdale viewers are unfortunately going to continue missing out on some village action. It’s always upsetting for ITV to skip a night, as fans are so heavily invested in the storylines that play out, desperately wanting to know what happens next.

    Coming up in Emmerdale

    Moira and Cain look worried in the hospital
    Moira and Cain prepare for her operation (Credit: ITV)

    On Wednesday night’s (November 13) trip to the Dales viewers saw Eric’s struggle without his usual Parkinson’s medication reach a whole new level, while Jai began to get suspicious about Caleb’s intentions.

    Thankfully tonight’s episode of the soap will air as normal and is already available to stream on ITVX.

    Tonight’s episode will see Tom turn his attention to Paddy. The villain makes it clear he will do what he has to to get his job at the vets back.

    Elsewhere, Emmerdale is gearing up to air another special episode – this time for Moira and Cain. No stranger to new techniques, this special will focus on Cain throughout the day of Moira’s operation. But in a twist, it will be in reverse chronological order, beginning with Caleb finding Cain drunk with blood on his hands. But what happened?

    Read more: Denise Welch’s casting in the Belle plot prompts a very strong reaction among Emmerdale fans

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights 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. 

    Visit our Facebook page @Emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think. Or find us on Twitter @emmerdaleinside 

  • Emmerdale is not on tonight – here’s why and when it’s back

    Emmerdale is not on tonight – here’s why and when it’s back

    Unfortunately for fans of Emmerdale, the soap will not be airing tonight. In a change to the usual TV schedule, ITV will be showing UEFA Nations League football instead.

    Last night’s episode (Wednesday, November 13) saw Eric struggling without the usual supply to his Parkinson’s medication and Jai started to realise that Caleb may have scammed him. Viewers can see what happens next when Emmerdale returns on Friday.

    Here’s everything you need to know as well as what’s coming up on Emmerdale.

    The penny dropped for Jai (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale is not on tonight

    Between 7pm and 10pm tonight, ITV will be airing coverage of the UEFA Nations League football match between Greece and England.

    As is often the case when England are playing, the regular TV schedule gives way, which, unfortunately for soap fans means there is no Emmerdale tonight (Thursday, November 14).

    Emmerdale will be back in its regular 7.30pm slot on Friday, November 15. However previous episodes of Emmerdale and Classic Emmerdale are available to stream on ITVX.

    Tom threatens Paddy (Credit: ITV)

    What’s coming up in Emmerdale?

    Friday’s episode will see more of evil Tom. This time, Paddy is the target. Paddy is left feeling compromised when Tom threatens to air his dirty laundry unless he gets his job back at the vets.

    Meanwhile, Ruby and Caleb’s estranged daughter Steph makes a big impression when she lands in the village next week.

    Steph and Ruby have a showdown, where mother and daughter lay into each other. Ruby lashes out and slaps Steph, resulting in Steph walking out.

    Caleb and Ruby later spot Steph leaving the B&B with Ross Barton. Have they slept together?

    Elsewhere, Emmerdale will air a special episode for Moira and Cain. As Moira has her operation, the episode will follow Cain throughout the day. However, it’ll be told in reverse chronological order starting with Caleb finding Cain drunk and with blood on his hands.

    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.

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  • 10 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Cain has blood on his hands as Moira has surgery, Steph arrives and Christmas wedding bells are ringing

    10 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Cain has blood on his hands as Moira has surgery, Steph arrives and Christmas wedding bells are ringing

    Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal Cain is struggling as Moira has her operation. A special episode told in reverse order sees him with bloody hands – but what has he done?

    Meanwhile, Ruby is shocked by the arrival of her daughter and her dad, and there’s a romantic Christmas wedding on the horizon for one Dales couple.

    All this and more in Emmerdale spoilers for next week.

    Moira has surgery in Emmerdale spoilers

    Cain and Moira prepare for their future (Credit: ITV)
    Cain and Moira prepare for their future (Credit: ITV)

    1. Moira and Cain prepare for the worst

    As Moira‘s surgery date approaches, she is preparing for the worst. Cain cannot deal with everything that’s going on and knows he could lose Moira. He is tormented and all alone. How will they both cope with such an uncertain future?

    Will Moira be okay? (Credit: ITV)
    Will Moira be okay? (Credit: ITV)

    2. Special episode for Moira’s operation

    As Moira goes under the knife, a special episode will follow Cain throughout the day. It is told in reverse chronological order as Caleb finds Cain drunk with bloodied hands. We’ll work backwards to find out exactly what he’s done. But will Moira survive?

    Steph stirs up trouble in Emmerdale spoilers

    Things don't go well during Ruby and Steph's reunion (Credit: ITV)
    Things don’t go well during Ruby and Steph’s reunion (Credit: ITV)

    3. Steph and Ruby have a showdown

    Ruby can’t believe estranged daughter Steph is standing before her and sends Caleb away so they can talk alone. As Ruby tries to understand Steph’s relationship with Helen, Steph lays into Ruby over her dysfunctional childhood.

    Pushed over the edge, Ruby lashes out and slaps Steph. Steph hits back at Ruby that she never cared about her before leaving. Ruby is devastated.

    Caleb wants to keep his daughter close (Credit: ITV)
    Caleb wants to keep his daughter close (Credit: ITV)

    4. What is Ruby hiding?

    Caleb is confiding in Chas about Steph and how he can’t lose his daughter again. He heads home, where he finds Ruby alone trying to convince herself Steph had a good childhood.

    Caleb tries to reassure Ruby that Steph will come round. However it’s clear Ruby is holding something back. What is she hiding?

    5. Steph sleeps with Ross!

    Caleb and Ruby are shocked to see Steph leave the B&B with Ross Barton! Caleb questions her and determined to keep her around offers her a partnership at the depot.

    Anthony is next to arrive in Emmerdale spoilers

    Anthony is not welcomed by Ruby (Credit: ITV)
    Anthony is not welcomed by Ruby (Credit: ITV)

    6. Ruby snubs her dad

    Steph agrees to go for a coffee with Ruby and it looks like their relationship may be thawing. However things take a turn when Ruby’s father, Anthony, shows up. It’s clear Steph has arranged this, but as Anthony pleads his case, Ruby doesn’t want to hear it and storms out.

    Caleb actually softens as Anthony hands him a box (Credit: ITV)
    Caleb actually softens as Anthony hands him a box (Credit: ITV)

    7. Caleb deals with Anthony

    Ruby asks Caleb to take her home, but he wants to speak to her father himself before he does. The conversation is heated, but Caleb is shocked to realise Anthony is being sincere. He takes a mysterious box to give to Ruby as a gift. But can Caleb convince Ruby to hear her dad out?

    Kim under threat in Emmerdale spoilers

    Kim wants Will gone (Credit: ITV)
    Kim wants Will gone (Credit: ITV)

    8. Kim makes Will an offer

    Will wants to go to mediation with Kim to try to sort out their divorce amicably. But she has no such thoughts and makes him an offer of £100k to get out of her life quickly and for good.

    With Dawn confiding in her dad about her money troubles, Will promises she won’t have to worry about money again. He is defiant he will get what he’s owed from Kim.

    Is Kim losing her upper hand? (Credit: ITV)
    Is Kim losing her upper hand? (Credit: ITV)

    7. Kim’s ultimatum

    A hooded figure attempts to steal Kim’s car, but the culprit is long gone before Kim finds out who is responsible. She tracks them down and gives them an ultimatum. But who is it? And will Kim’s threats work?

    Jai plots against Caleb in Emmerdale spoilers

    8. Caleb throws Jai a lifeline

    Wanting to appease Steph, Caleb offers Jai a job. However fuming Jai isn’t interested. Laurel steps in and urges Jai to take the job and put his pride to one side.

    Jai arrives at the depot the next day to accept the offer, but isn’t happy when he realises Steph might be his boss.

    Steph wants answers from Ross (Credit: ITV)
    Steph wants answers from Ross (Credit: ITV)

    9. Ross and Jai plot

    Ross also comes looking for work, but Caleb sends him on his way and warns him off Steph. Jai then corners Ross and proposes they steal some of Caleb’s valuable stock.

    Jai then distracts Kerry at the depot as Ross steals one of the vans. But when he later unloads his loot, he finds Steph in the back of the van! She demands to know exactly what he’s planning – but will she help him with it?

    Also in Emmerdale spoilers for next week…

    Pollard's proposal leaves Brenda delighted (Credit: ITV)
    Pollard’s proposal leaves Brenda delighted (Credit: ITV)

    10. Pollard surprises Brenda

    Brenda is shocked when Pollard produces an engagement ring. He bought it at an auction and is planning a Christmas wedding for him and Brenda. She is delighted!

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

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  • Emmerdale spoilers: Moira has surgery as a special episode shows Cain not coping as she goes under the knife

    Emmerdale spoilers: Moira has surgery as a special episode shows Cain not coping as she goes under the knife

    In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Moira undergoes surgery to remove her brain tumour. And, as she goes under the knife, Cain attempts to come to terms with his worst fears – with devastating consequences.

    A special episode of the soap follows Moira’s brain surgery while Cain, alone in the garage, faces his demons. When Caleb finds Cain in the aftermath of a drunken outburst, the episode plays out in reverse chronological order, explaining exactly what went down.

    What has Cain done?

    These events come as Moira undergoes treatment for her brain tumour. She was diagnosed with the tumour recently, after a spate of erratic and out-of-character behaviour – including a barn fire and attack on Ruby Miligan. And now, after weeks of uncertainty, Moira has a date for her surgery – leaving Cain terrified at the prospect of losing his wife.

    Will Moira pull through?

    Read Emmerdale spoilers for this story in full below.

    Moira and Cain look worried at the hospital on Emmerdale
    Moira and Cain face their worst fears (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale spoilers: Moira and Cain prepare for the worst

    As her operation approaches, Moira steels herself for the worst outcome. Meanwhile, Cain struggles to come to terms with the possibility that he might lose Moira. Alone in the garage, he battles his demons.

    What will he do?

    Will Moira pull through? (Credit: ITV)

    A very special episode

    A special episode follows the day of Moira’s brain surgery as she goes under the knife. Meanwhile, back in the garage, a terrified and frustrated Cain struggles with his emotions. Cain’s story plays out in reverse chronological order – with Caleb finding Cain drunk and with bloodied hands.

    As the episode unwinds backwards, we find out what happened, and whose blood is on Cain’s hands. What has Cain done – and has the surgery been a success?

    Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list 2024

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  • 4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Nicola threatens to call the police as she confronts Tom

    4 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Nicola threatens to call the police as she confronts Tom

    Emmerdale spoilers tonight see Nicola confront Tom King after realising that he’s the reason young Carl Jr. has been acting so oddly recently. Noticing that Carl is scared stiff of his cousin, Nicola does some digging – and soon realises that Tom is the problem.

    As she confronts Tom, Nicola threatens to call the police. How will Tom react as his lies start to unravel?

    Elsewhere, Billy realises that he’s in big trouble as he prepares to fight again. And, having made a big decision about her future, Moira opens up to Cain.

    Read all these Emmerdale spoilers for Monday, October 28 and more below.

    Emmerdale spoilers tonight

    Nicola talks to a sheepish-looking Carl on Emmerdale
    Nicola’s determined to get some answers (Credit: ITV)

    1. Nicola threatens Tom with the police

    Having guessed that Carl’s recent behaviour is related to Tom, Nicola sits the youngster down for a chat. However, he refuses to open up once Tom returns home unexpectedly.

    Frustrated that Carl can’t talk to her, Nicola calls Jimmy and tells him that his mood is down to Tom. She grows even more suspicious when she spots the remote-controlled car in the bin. Questioning her son about the toy, she manages to get some information out of him – but he’s too scared to reveal the full truth.

    Later, Nicola confronts Tom. As their argument escalates, Jimmy grows concerned as Tom tries to lie his way out of trouble. Frustrated, Nicola threatens to call the police.

    Billy and Mack look worried on Emmerdale
    Billy realises he’s made a big mistake (Credit: ITV)

    2. Billy’s out of his depth

    Continuing to lie to Dawn, Billy attempts to bury his guilt. Meanwhile, Aaron tries to convince Billy to stop fighting before it’s too late. However, Billy is adamant that he needs the money and can’t back down now.

    Meeting with Jade, his attempts to back out fail, and he’s escorted down Main Street to the fight with Jade and her thugs. Mack tries once again to talk Billy out of fighting, but he reveals he has to go through with it for his own safety.

    Later, Mack convinces Aaron to join him at the fight and help out. Back at the warehouse, Jade reveals the rules of the unlicensed fight to a horrified Billy.

    Too late, he realises that he’s made a huge mistake. Can Billy escape in one piece?

    Moira and Cain talk on Emmerdale
    Moira tells Cain the truth (Credit: ITV)

    3. Moira opens up to Cain in Emmerdale spoilers tonight

    After making a big decision about her future – telling Vanessa that she didn’t want to be resuscitated if anything were to go wrong during her surgery – Moira has some explaining to do. As she and Cain discuss her future, he’s forced to confront his deepest fear.

    Gail looks annoyed with Ryan in the background on Emmerdale
    Gail’s frustrated with Ryan (Credit: ITV)

    4. Gail has had enough

    Frustrated with Ryan, Gail unloads on Mary and Bob. Soon enough, they manage to convince her to join the book club.

    Read more: Complete Emmerdale cast list 2024

     

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