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
Key Storylines:
  • Fans work out Moira death twist after she tells Cain she won’t have her tumour removed

    Fans work out Moira death twist after she tells Cain she won’t have her tumour removed

    Moira Dingle announced to husband Cain she was not having the operation to remove her tumour in last night’s Emmerdale. Cain took the news badly – and so did fans who are convinced this is a signal that she’s going to die.

    But is it just the tumour talking? Can Moira find the strength to face the operation and get rid of her ‘houseguest’ for good?

    Moira and Cain argued over her tumour (Credit: ITV)
    Moira and Cain argued over her tumour (Credit: ITV)

    Moira refuses brain surgery in Emmerdale

    It had been clear there was something very wrong with Moira for a while. Mood swings, violent outbursts and forgetting what she’d done, plus terrifying seizures, all showed something was seriously up.

    She put it down to the menopause, but when she shot at Ruby, locked them in a barn together and started a fire, it was clear there was far more to it. Tests in hospital showed Moira has a type of brain tumour called a meningioma. Although it is believed to be non-cancerous, the growth has left Moira terrified for her future.

    At the moment the doctors have advised a ‘watch and wait’ approach. The idea is to get the seizures under control with medication and see if the tumour continues to grow and at what rate. Then surgery may be an option.

    Cain has been adamant he wants her to get the tumour out as soon as possible. Moira, however, is scared of surgery and not making it out alive.

    They had agreed not to talk about the tumour for a few days and even got very intimate on the sofa last night (Wednesday September 18). But their post-coital bliss didn’t last long when Cain made a comment about her having the operation and Moira snapped. She dropped the bombshell she wasn’t planning to have the surgery at all.

    Was it just the tumour causing her to say things she didn’t mean? Or is she really serious?

    Moira told Cain she couldn't even look at him throwing her hands in the air (Credit: ITV)
    Moira told Cain she couldn’t even look at him throwing her hands in the air (Credit: ITV)

    Fans worry Moira will die

    Those watching at home immediately started to fear for Moira’s future. They are convinced this is a sign she is set to die and leave the soap forever.

    One begged on social media: “Oh Please get it Moira please! Don’t leave us!!”

    “And this is why she dies cos she doesn’t have the operation,” said one more.

    Another added: “Wtf! So Moira is gonna die.”

    “Think she dies,” said a fourth.

    A fifth speculated: “Is this why Ross is coming back? She dies and he’s back for her funeral???”

    Emmerdale has not confirmed if Moira will die. A meningioma is something you can live with, but as we have seen her personality has changed as a result. Plus the seizures could prove dangerous if they aren’t brought under control.

    Will Moira agree to get the surgery? Could she die on the operating table? Or will her refusal to get the operation cause her to deteriorate to such a point something awful happens?

    Read more: Moira’s in danger in Emmerdale

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  • Nate’s fate is revealed, but Emmerdale fans don’t believe it

    Nate’s fate is revealed, but Emmerdale fans don’t believe it

    During the latest episode of Emmerdale, we finally discovered Nate’s fate after his strange exit – or did we?

    Fans have been concerned about Nate’s whereabouts, given he just disappeared. Some fans believe he went to Scotland like he had been planning, but others have different theories.

    Despite Emmerdale apparently revealing Nate’s location, some fans are still not convinced. We didn’t actually see him leave, and let’s face it, if you didn’t see it then it didn’t happen.

    So just where is Nate?

    Nate on Emmerdale, looking worried (Credit: ITV/EI)
    Where’s Nate? (Credit: ITV/EI)

    What happened to Nate?

    Earlier this month, Moira leaned in for a kiss with Nate. The indiscretion was witnessed by Caleb, who wasted no time in spilling the beans.

    Despite Nate being the innocent party, neither Cain nor Tracy were willing to give him the benefit of the doubt. Cain punched his son several times, while Tracy inflicted a different kind of pain when she told him she’d no longer be moving to Shetland with him.

    Nate and Tracy, who’d only recently reunited, had been planning a move north of the border due to Nate being offered a new job there.

    Nate went on to talk to John about the situation, insisting he wouldn’t be going quietly. But then he did exactly that… and we haven’t seen him since.

    Tracy has since discovered the truth and knows Nate is innocent. But nobody had heard from him, until now…

    In last night’s episode (Monday, September 15), Tracy received a text message from Nate, which read: “Settling in, head’s a mess, don’t call me, I’ll call you when I’m ready.”

    Fans are not having it though and are convinced there is more to Nate’s exit.

    Cain Dingle and Tracy Robinson confront Nate Robinson in Emmerdale
    Tracy and Cain rejected Nate (Credit: ITV)

    Fans suspicious over Nate’s exit

    Nate’s exit seems all too easy and odd, especially given his last scene saw him say he wouldn’t be leaving quietly.

    Fans are certain something sinister has happened to Nate, with many taking to social media to share their theories.

    “Was it Nate that text or someone else? Ya never know in that village,” asked one fan, with another writing: “Is Nate really still alive or is he dead somewhere and someone has got his phone…”

    Another viewer felt it was a weak exit for the character and is hoping there is more to it. “Bar his affair with Moira, Nate’s character wasn’t the most impactful but what a [Bleep] exit! I’m hoping Tom or John’s killed him and [is] texting Tracy. Duller characters have been given better exits. What an insult to Jurell,” they wrote, referring to Jurell Carter, who has played Nate since 2019.

    One theory fans have is that John is responsible for Nate’s departure, given he was seemingly the last one to see him.

    “John relays that Nate’s gone, which is always suspicious in a soap. In fact, all of this is VERY suspicious. The texts, ‘don’t call me I’ll call you when I’m ready’, very convenient. Did he even send them?” asked another cynical fan.

    Are we over thinking it, is Nate really in Scotland like he should be? Or has he met a more grisly end?

    Read more: ‘I’ve made friends for life at Emmerdale’ Jurell Carter spills the beans on Nate’s exit

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  • Fans do a complete U-turn over Mack as they hail him ‘hero’ of the episode

    Fans do a complete U-turn over Mack as they hail him ‘hero’ of the episode

    Fans of Emmerdale have done a complete U-turn over Mackenzie Boyd following the latest episode.

    Previously, Mack has rubbed viewers up the wrong way. Mainly because of his cheating on Charity with Chloe and his treatment of both women.

    Fans complained about Mack continuing to grate, even going so far as to beg for him to be killed off.

    But is a redemption arc on the way for Mack?

    Mack picture (Credit: Emmerdale)
    Fana have done a u-turn on Mack (Credit: ITV)

    What happened in Emmerdale?

    Following the shocking barn fire, as she recovered in hospital, Moira was given the news that she had a brain tumour.

    Cain behaved like a petulant child and refused to be by her side, insisting he couldn’t handle it. He eventually had a change of heart, though his anger continued to rear its head.

    In last night’s episode (September 16), not satisfied with the doctor’s advice – as presumably Cain knows better – he tipped up a table and stormed out.

    Moira’s brother Mack was the unlikely source of calm, as he shared some strong words with his brother-in-law, telling him to “get a grip and be better”.

    Mack told Cain: “She will worry that you’ll throw another selfish tantrum because you’re too weak to handle it. She needs to know what she’s up against. How can she do that when she’s too busy worrying about you?

    “We’re all struggling here, but this is the start of what Moira has to deal with.”

    Emmerdale fans enjoyed the confrontation and have lauded Mack for standing up to Cain.

    Moira lay in hospital looking anxious (Credit: ITV)
    Mack has been looking out for sister Moira (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale fans call Mack a hero

    Following the episode, Emmerdale fans took to Instagram to express their joy at Mack’s words.

    “Mackenzie was the star of tonight’s episode,” wrote one fan, while another added: “Got to respect Mack tonight.”

    A third fan said: “Mac tonight was…” accompanied by three emojis – fire, applause and a hand making the OK sign.

    Another fan was in agreement, writing: “Well said Mackenzie.”

    With fans having done a U-turn on Mack, could Moira’s diagnosis be the source of some good and be the making of Mack?

    Read more: Fans slam laid-back Mack for barn fire reaction: ‘He couldn’t sound less concerned’

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  • Emmerdale tonight: Moira’s got to ‘watch and wait,’ Mack gives Cain some valuable advice, and Ruby isn’t coping

    Emmerdale tonight: Moira’s got to ‘watch and wait,’ Mack gives Cain some valuable advice, and Ruby isn’t coping

    In Emmerdale tonight, we *finally* found out where Nate has gone – and spoiler alert, he didn’t die in the fire like fans thought…

    For the last few days, fans have been left seriously suspicious over Nate’s whereabouts. Actor Jurell Carter said his goodbyes to the soap last week – but viewers have pointed out a lot of holes in his exit storyline.

    Some fans think he actually did move to Scotland like he planned whilst others think he was caught up in the barn fire.

    And tonight (Monday, September 16), the truth is finally out.

    Cain looks aghast
    Cain’s had a dramatic few weeks (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Cain reaches out to Nate

    At the start of the Emmerdale episode, Cain was at the hospital with Moira – keen to get in touch with Nate. With Nate having apparently upped sticks to Shetland, Cain wanted to put the past few days behind them.

    For those who forgot, Cain accused Nate of ‘kissing’ Moira – when in reality it was caused by her brain tumour.

    But when he called up Nate later on, he didn’t pick up (hmm…)

    Nate on Emmerdale, looking worried (Credit: ITV/EI)
    Where’s Nate? (Credit: ITV/EI)

    Tracy upset over Nate news on Emmerdale tonight

    Back in the village, an emotional Tracy was back at work following Nate’s apparent exit. Fans will recall Tracy was supposed to head off with Nate to Shetland and have their happy ending.

    But then, after finding out about his ‘kiss’ with Moira, she called it off. Sometime later though, she seriously regretted it when she learned the truth.

    Anyway, tonight, Victoria and Vanessa saw an emotional Tracey fresh from crying. And it turns out it had something to do with Nate…

    Emmerdale reveals where Nate is

    In Emmerdale tonight, Tracy received a text from Nate. Yes! A text! He is aliveeeeee!

    It was the moment soap fans have been waiting for! And the message read: “Settling in, head’s a mess, don’t call me, I’ll call you when I’m ready.”

    Wow, brutal.

    Well there we have it! Nate is alive and in Shetland! He’s not burnt to a crisp and has not been killed!

    Unless Tracy has turned into Annie from Misery and is keeping him hostage? Hmmmm. Emmerdale’s 2024 Christmas storyline maybe?

    Emmerdale's Moira and Ruby are in the barn
    Ruby found comfort in Chas (Credit: ITV)

    Ruby finds support in Chas

    Elsewhere in the episode, Ruby was still left shaken after the barn fire, and with silver fox Caleb not showing his support, she ended up confiding in sister-in-law Chas. (The iconic duo we never knew we needed!)

    Also, Moira went through her treatment options – whilst getting annoyed with her family’s constant interference.

    The neurosurgeon ultimately suggested that Moira should follow a ‘watch and wait’ approach – which didn’t go down too well with Cain. So much so, he tipped a hospital table up and stormed out…

    Cain and Mack clash

    Mack ran after him and he soon gave Cain some home truths, with the pair getting into a rather tense shouting match…. Anyone else feeling a tad hot under the collar?

    Afterwards, Mack then told Cain how ‘everyone’ is struggling with Moira’s diagnosis. After Cain said he wanted to do right by Moira, Mack proclaimed: “Good, then get a grip and be better!”

    At the end of the episode though, Moira ended up confusing Cain for her son Adam Barton in a truly heartbreaking moment. We’re not crying, we promise!

    Read more: Fans slam laid-back Mack for barn fire reaction: ‘He couldn’t sound less concerned’

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  • 5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Monday September 16: Moira and Cain fear for the future after her brain tumour diagnosis, and Amelia carries on sticking up for Tom

    5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Monday September 16: Moira and Cain fear for the future after her brain tumour diagnosis, and Amelia carries on sticking up for Tom

    In tonight’s Emmerdale spoilers, everyone is in shock following Moira’s brain tumour diagnosis. And Cain fears for the future as his wife’s condition continues to deteriorate.

    Also in Emmerdale on Monday September 16, Amelia refuses to listen to her loved ones’ warnings about abusive Tom. Will they realise she’s still seeing him on the sly?

    Moira lay in hospital looking anxious (Credit: ITV)
    Moira has been knocked for six by her shock diagnosis (Credit: ITV)

    Moira’s family rally round in Emmerdale spoilers

    1. Moira is in a state of shock

    At last we all know what’s wrong with Moira, and as we feared it’s bad news. The Dingle mum has been diagnosed with a non-cancerous tumour after doctors detected a mass on her brain.

    The type of brain tumour that Moira has is a meningioma. It’s the reason she’s been suffering from symptoms such as seizures, erratic outbursts, confusion and memory loss.

    As the week begins, Moira is still struggling to come to terms with her illness. She knows it’s going to be a long and difficult road ahead.

    Moira looks stressed at home on Emmerdale
    Moira is terrified about what the future might hold (Credit: ITV)

    2. Moira meets with her neurosurgeon

    Moira meets with her neurosurgeon, who outlines her options for treatment. But what’s already an anxious situation is made worse by her family’s constant interjections.

    The surgeon proposes they use a ‘watch and wait’ method to monitor the tumour’s growth. But both Moira and Mack struggle to get their head round this idea.

    Will Moira insist on another course of action?

    Cain Dingle comforts Moira Dingle in hospital in Emmerdale
    Cain fears his wife won’t make it (Credit: ITV)

    Cain’s anger is building in Emmerdale spoilers

    3. Cain and Moira fear for the future

    Traumatised Cain’s consumed with guilt over his inability to realise how seriously ill Moira was. And as the grim reality sets in, so does his anger.

    Later, Cain is by his wife’s side as they discuss the doctor’s plan for her treatment. Their lives have been turned upside down and it’s clear both of them are scared for what will happen next.

    But Cain starts to fear they may not have much time left when Moira shows signs of further neurological deterioration. Can she be saved?

    Tom puts his arm around Amelia at the bus stop on Emmerdale
    Amelia is under evil Tom’s influence  (Credit: ITV/YouTube)

    Amelia stands up for Tom in Emmerdale spoilers

    4. Chas is scared for Amelia’s safety

    Tom is still laying low after being publicly exposed as a violent abuser. His treatment towards Belle has become the talk of the village, but Amelia is convinced her fella is innocent. Seriously girl, wake up!

    Chas interrupts Amelia secretly stashing food into her bag and knows at once who it’s for. The pair have a heated debate about Tom, and Chas can’t believe her ears when brainwashed Amelia continues to defend him.

    5. Amelia clashes with Kerry

    Chas shares her concerns about Amelia with Amy and Kerry, who are equally worried for her safety. Kerry, being Kerry, wants to go in all guns blazing, but Amy urges her mum to take a more tactful approach.

    However, within minutes of Amelia’s arrival, an argument erupts over her refusal to see Tom’s true colours.

    Frustrated, Amelia storms off, while Amy warns Kerry if they push too hard they risk losing her to Tom for good.

    Read more: Fans predict Belle will take Tom back to save Amelia

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  • Spoilers: Moira continues to deteriorate as Cain struggles to control his anger

    Spoilers: Moira continues to deteriorate as Cain struggles to control his anger

    In Emmerdale spoilers, Moira Dingle continues to unravel following her diagnosis with a brain tumour. And, as he grows frustrated by the hospital’s lack of urgency, Cain struggles to control his anger.

    Cain and Moira learned that a brain tumour was responsible for her recent confusion and aggression. This caused her to act wildly and in a state of confusion – kissing Nate, head-butting Ruby and causing the barn fire/explosion which left all of their lives at risk.

    During the height of her illness, Moira even had visions of old enemy Emma Barton. This caused her to lash out, trapping Ruby in the barn and sparking the barn fire which ultimately turned into a barn explosion.

    The reason for Moira’s recent actions may now be known, but she’s not out of danger yet. And, as her neurosurgeon outlines a plan to ‘wait and see,’ she and Cain are left worrying for their future.

    Can Moira get the help she needs in time?

    Moira stares
    Shocked Moira learned that a brain tumour has been behind her recent health woes (Credit: ITV)

    Moira learns her options for treatment

    Moira feels overwhelmed by her family’s constant interference as the neurosurgeon outlines her options for treatment. Proposing a ‘watch and wait’ method to deal with it, Moira and Mack struggle to understand the doctor’s reasoning.

    Meanwhile, Cain reacts in typical Cain Dingle fashion – his anger rising to a boiling point.

    Cain looks aghast
    Hot-tempered Cain struggles to process the news of Moira’s illness (Credit: ITV)

    Cain and Moira worry for their future

    Discussing the doctor’s plans for her treatment, Cain and Moira grow fearful for what the future holds. And, as they continue to reckon with the upsetting news, Moira continues to show signs of neurological deterioration.

    Will the doctors take action in time to save Moira?

    Read more: Fans slam laid-back Mack for barn fire reaction: ‘He couldn’t sound less concerned’

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  • Review of the week: Moira’s in danger, in hospital, and making friends with Ruby!

    Review of the week: Moira’s in danger, in hospital, and making friends with Ruby!

    This week our Emmerdale review is hot, hot, hot! Just like Moira’s barn, which exploded with Moira and Cain inside – it was dramatic stuff.

    And finally we found out what’s been going on with poor Mrs Dingle’s health. Here’s what we thought of all the action in our Emmerdale review.

    Emmerdale barn is on fire
    The barn exploded! (Credit: ITV/ Composite EI)

    The barn explosion

    We have never been fans of big stunts in soap. They have their place and sometimes they work so brilliantly we talk about them for years (yes, we are still going on about the Hotton By-pass crash, so what?). But you can have too much of a good thing. So exciting and dramatic as the barn blowing up was, it was the other stuff around it we liked best this week.

    Moira Dingle and Ruby Fox-Miligan are trapped inside the burning barn at Butlers in Emmerdale
    Moira zoned out just at the wrong time (Credit: ITV)

    Moira’s health crisis

    Never were the stakes higher than when Ruby was out cold and Moira had to get her out of the burning barn – only to have another absent moment. As Moira zoned out, the tension was ramping up. What a cliffhanger! It was great soapy telly.

    And the reveal that Moira has a mass on her brain that has been causing her odd behaviour, and her reconciliation with Cain (which is frankly more than he deserves, in our opinion though he did save Moira’s life so we’ll let him off), was heart-wrenching and emotional. We really hope Moira gets through this!

    Moira and Cain trapped in the barn fire on Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/EI)
    Cain saved Moira’s life but we’re still not happy with the way he’s been treating her! (Credit: ITV/EI)

    Moira and Ruby

    We’ve wanted Moira and Ruby to be friends since Ruby first arrived in the village and there was a little moment this week where we thought it could happen! Ruby went to visit Moira in hospital and they both apologised – sort of – for their past behaviour. It was understated and a little bit funny and we loved it.

    Arriving in the barn to gloat, Ruby [BETH CORDINGLY] becomes slightly sorry for Moira Dingle
    This could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship (Credit: ITV)

    Mack’s still invincible in our Emmerdale review

    Mackenzie Boyd is like Emmerdale’s answer to Wolverine – he’s survived a clifftop plunge in his car, a stabbing, being held at gunpoint, the fire in the maize maze, and being chased by a bull. And now he’s dived into the blazing barn and rescued Ruby, too. Is there nothing this man can’t handle? Because actually it’s getting a bit boring now.

    Mack and John Sugden fight their way through the flames in Emmerdale
    Mack’s invincible and John’s starting to grow on us (Credit: ITV)

    John’s making his mark

    The other hero of the fire was, without a doubt, John Sugden. Not only did he battle the flames alongside Mack, he swung into action and revealed he’d been an Army medic. So in this Emmerdale review we’d like to confirm that he’s definitely growing on us.

    Cain Dingle punches Nate Robinson and leaves him lying on the sofa in Emmerdale
    Surely this isn’t how Nate’s story ends? (Credit: ITV)

    Where’s Nate?

    Nate’s exit was well, a bit unfair. After getting a beating from his furious dad, Cain, Nate tried to say goodbye to daughter Frankie, only for Tracy to send him packing. Though Tracy did eventually relent and let Nate say a tearful farewell to his little girl.

    Later, Nate told John what had happened, explaining that Moira had thrown herself at him. And he said he had nothing to be ashamed of – he wasn’t going to run away like he was guilty. Instead, he said he was going to see Moira, though John seemed to talk him out of it.

    We can’t help wondering, though, if Nate did go to find Moira after all. Could he be an unexpected victim of the barn fire?  It’s weird to hope that someone dies, but we feel his exit would be just too mean if there isn’t a twist!

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  • What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira discovered her fate and no one knows where Nate is, plus Tom’s lurking again

    What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Moira discovered her fate and no one knows where Nate is, plus Tom’s lurking again

    In Emmerdale tonight Moira got the news from the doctors she’d been dreading: she has a brain tumour. It took Cain some persuading to be by her side, but eventually he turned up to support her. Phew.

    But one person no one had seen is Nate. They think he’s left for Shetland, but there’s a lot of holes in that theory as far as we’re concerned – so where is he?

    The aftermath of the fire in Emmerdale tonight

    Moira lay in hospital looking anxious (Credit: ITV)
    Moira lay in hospital looking anxious (Credit: ITV)

    Moira got her diagnosis and Cain grew up

    Brooding Cain was back as he headed to the Dingles’ homestead and tried to distract himself from going to the hospital by fixing their van. Sam attempted to talk sense into him, but Cain didn’t want to listen. He said he couldn’t handle it whatever the outcome of Moira’s tests. Grow up, man!

    Everyone gave him a talking to insisting he needed to go to Moira’s side. But it was Belle who finally got through. Cain arrived at the hospital just as the specialist was talking Moira through her condition. It turns out she has a brain tumour known as meningioma.

    They are discussing treatment options, but there is a possibility of brain surgery, which obviously terrified Moira. Finally though, Cain stepped up to be the husband she deserves and was by her side. Something good comes out of bad, we suppose.

    This was the last time anyone saw Nate - when he was talking John (Credit: ITV)
    This was the last time anyone saw Nate – when he was talking John (Credit: ITV)

    Where is Nate?

    With most of his nearest and dearest still shaken by the fire, not a lot of thought has been given to Nate, it seems. Only John seems very certain of where he is and he has told everyone Nate has gone to Shetland – and they all just believe he just upped and left without bothering to say goodbye. Mack then broke the news to Cain that Nate had gone.

    So, Nate didn’t say goodbye to Cain and Moira, Tracy, Mack or his beloved daughter Frankie? He’s not answering his phone to anybody? And no one’s seen him since he was with John, clearly in a lot of pain, riled up and going to confront Moira? If this isn’t raising alarm bells in even best friend Mackenzie then we’re done with the lot of them. Clearly he’s not just gone. But we still don’t know exactly where he is…

    Belle’s struggle continued

    Cain hugs Belle in Emmerdale tonight and both look emotional
    Cain will protect Belle now, phew (Credit: ITV)

    Belle found out Cain was a good guy

    Scared and concerned, Belle didn’t want to leave Charity’s house. But Charity made her stop hiding away.

    Belle did go outside, where she saw Amelia who had another go at her for badmouthing Tom. If we’re honest, it’s a toss-up between Amelia and Tracy as to who is the most annoying person in Emmerdale at the moment.

    Belle meanwhile confronted Cain over what he’d done to Tom. Cain denied any wrong doing, clearly he’s been preoccupied with other things. But also he promised Belle he was doing things her way, which was very sweet (now why can’t he give Moira some of that sweet side?!)

    Tom did some more lurking

    As Belle then turned her panic to where Tom could be lurking (which we all know he’s very good at) he was meeting up with Amelia in the woods.

    Turns out he’s not dead or injured and hasn’t actually fled. Instead, he’s biding his time and using Amelia as his spy to get evidence so he can supposedly get a divorce from Belle. Then it’ll be all lovely and he and Amelia can be together and live happily ever after. “I always win, in the end,” he told her.

    And so it turns out Amelia really is as thick as two short planks believing he’s a good guy. Sigh.

    Kim Tate tells Will Taylor her horse has been stolen in Emmerdale
    Kim told Will her horse had been stolen (Credit: ITV)

    Will was under pressure in Emmerdale tonight

    Are we still bothered by who’s blackmailing Will? Is it just so completely obvious Kim is behind it all that we’ve lost interest?

    Well, for anyone who’s still into the storyline, Will discharged himself from hospital and stormed home shouting for Kim. Instead he found a detective in his living room. Will was worried sick and it turned out Kim’s horse Tally has been stolen. She claimed to have put up a good fight, but couldn’t stop them. The police wanted to know if anyone had a grudge against them, but Will, acting shifty, denied it.

    As soon as the police had gone, eagle-eyed Kim asked him about his watch and why he wasn’t wearing it. Will spun a story about the horse-napper taking the watch too. Did Kim buy it? Well, she seemed to, all-to-easily if you ask us. More and more this stinks of Kim Tate being behind it all – we mean, exactly how did she know to ask about the watch?

    Also in Emmerdale tonight…

    John’s sticking around. He’s agreed to hang on at the farm while everything is going on. Stalky sister Victoria is thrilled.

    Elsewhere, Ruby was feeling guilty about winding Moira up, knowing the fire wouldn’t have happened if she hadn’t been there. Ruby went to see Moira and was weirdly quite nice and supportive and we’re not sure how comfortable it made us feel.

    Meanwhile, Caleb took a mystery call on Ruby’s phone and told the caller he knew who it was and not to call again. He then blocked the number. But later he was clearly preoccupied by it all.

    Oh good, more secretive callers, just what Emmerdale, and Caleb for that matter, needs.

    Read more: 8 Reasons Emmerdale totally deserved their NTA win

    Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm.

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  • ‘They are laying it on with a trowel,’ say fans as soap unsubtly ‘teases Nate is dead’

    ‘They are laying it on with a trowel,’ say fans as soap unsubtly ‘teases Nate is dead’

    Nate Robinson is the talk of the town on Emmerdale at the moment. Even in the aftermath of a devastating barn explosion, all anyone can talk about is missing Nate.

    Last we heard, Nate was headed to Shetland in disgrace, having been accused of kissing Moira. His supposed betrayal earned him a beating from dad Cain – who then disowned him – and Tracy throwing him out on his ear.

    Cain Dingle punches Nate Robinson while Tracy Robinson watches on in horror in Emmerdale
    It’s been a rough week for Nate, who copped a beating from his dad (Credit: ITV)

    Last night’s episode revealed that it had actually been a mass on her brain which caused Moira to make a pass at Nate – resulting in Caleb’s misunderstanding after stumbling across the scene at the barn.

    Nate’s name is about to be cleared, but is it too late?

    Nate Robinson is confronted by Cain Dingle in Emmerdale
    Nate was pointedly absent from last night’s episode (Credit: ITV)

    Fans accuse Emmerdale of heavy-handed foreshadowing in Nate disappearance

    As last night’s episode aired, both Tracy and Cain expressed regret in their treatment of Nate. Tracy was particularly horrified at how she’d treated him, wondering whether she should have listened to his protestations of innocence.

    As she confided in Vanessa, Tracy was reassured that Nate wouldn’t be out of their lives for good; with Vanessa insisting that Nate would  always have a place in their child’s life.

    “Been way too much Tracy and Vanessa time talking about Nate and relationships for Nate to have survived. Deffo an omen that he became crispy duck,” said one fan on X.

    “There was a lot of foreshadowing of death towards Nate tonight,” another said.

    “Oh no, there were so many clues that Nate really is dead,” a third pointed out, over on Reddit.

    “They are laying it on with a trowel,” a fourth agreed.

    Meanwhile, in the hospital, Cain shared his regret with Caleb over how he had treated Nate. Phone in hand, he prepared to give his son a call.

    Is it too late for Nate?

    Read more: What happened in Emmerdale tonight: We finally know what’s wrong with Moira as she and Cain make it out alive – but where is Nate?

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  • Is Moira leaving Emmerdale? As show confirms brain tumour diagnosis, here’s everything we know

    Is Moira leaving Emmerdale? As show confirms brain tumour diagnosis, here’s everything we know

    Tonight’s episode of Emmerdale (Friday September 13) will see the heartbreaking moment that Moira Dingle is diagnosed with a brain tumour. Moira and Cain learned last night that a ‘mass’ on her brain was behind her recent erratic behaviour – leaving them both terrified for her future.

    Moira’s ill health had led to her attempting to kiss Nate, headbutting Ruby, and even hallucinating a confrontation with old enemy Emma Barton. In her confusion, Moira let off a gunshot which sparked this week’s barn fire-turned-explosion, putting multiple lives in danger.

    The symptoms continued during the aftermath of the fire, as Moira suffered a seizure while talking to dubious husband Cain.

    ,Moira looks upset as she talks to a doctor on Emmerdale
    Moira learned the reason for her sudden change in personality last night (Credit: ITV)

    Emmerdale tonight: Moira diagnosed with a brain tumour

    After a quick scan, Moira’s doctor revealed that they had found a mass on her brain. And, as the storyline continues, Moira will be diagnosed with a brain tumour.

    In tonight’s episode, Moira discovers that she has a type of brain tumour called a meningioma. This is why she has been suffering from the symptoms which led to her sudden change in personality. It is also responsible for the confusion, memory loss… and the seizure she also suffered last night.

    While non cancerous, the tumour leaves Moira terrified for her future and apprehensive about its treatment.

    Emmerdale worked closely with the charities Brains Trust and The Brain Tumour Charity while devising the storyline. They will continue to support the production team to give Moira’s story a realistic and authentic depiction.

    Moira looks stressed at home on Emmerdale
    Moira is played by actor Natalie J. Robb (Credit: ITV)

    Natalie J. Robb reveals ‘challenging time ahead’ for Moira

    Speaking on the storyline, actor Natalie J. Robb said: “I feel really fortunate to be trusted with such a challenging storyline. Moira and her family have an extremely challenging time ahead, and I’m hoping I can portray it in a truthful way that does justice to all the people who are really suffering with a brain tumour.”

    Meanwhile, Emmerdale Producer Sophie Roper said: “Moira’s diagnosis comes as a huge shock to both her and her family and Moira faces an emotional and challenging time ahead.”

    She continued: “The research and support we’ve received throughout this storyline has allowed us to depict the realities of the condition and though at times it may be distressing to see the symptoms Moira’s experiencing, we’re keen to explore the hope and resilience Moira finds as she comes to terms with her diagnosis.”

    So it doesn’t sound like she’s leaving for now as the storyline has a long way to go. Can Moira come through this?

    Read more: Fans slam laid-back Mack for barn fire reaction: ‘He couldn’t sound less concerned’

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