Tag: Ruby Fox-Miligan

Name:	Ruby Fox-Miligan
Year Born:	Unknown
Joined:	January 25, 2024
Married to:	Caleb Miligan
Children:	Nicky Miligan
Parents:	Mr and Mrs Fox
Siblings:	Unknown
Place of Work:	Unknown role within Caleb’s business
Played by:	Beth Cordingly
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What happened in Emmerdale tonight: Aaron confessed, but Ruby made an even bigger confession as Anthony’s true killer was exposed

Emmerdale tonight was a huge twist in the Anthony murder storyline when it turned out Aaron didn’t kill him after all. Of course, viewers had suspected all along someone else had finished the job – and it turned out that someone was Ruby. With Caleb’s help.

But as Aaron, John, Ruby and Caleb came up with a plan to cover everything up, the foursome look set to be derailed after Laurel decided to confess to the police.

Here’s everything that happened in Emmerdale tonight, Thursday January 30.

The truth about Anthony’s murderer was revealed

Unable to cope with the guilt Aaron told Ruby everything (Credit: ITV)

Aaron confessed

Aaron was overwhelmed as John gave him a pep talk about keeping it together. He couldn’t stop thinking about self-harming. So he went to see Ruby, who was desperate to avoid talking to him.

“I’m scared I’m going to do something really bad,” he told her. He confessed he had a history of self-harming and was getting the urges to do it again. Ruby tried to talk him down telling him not to dwell on the past. He told her about Gordon hanging himself and apologised for taking justice away from Ruby.

Aaron then confessed: “I killed him, Ruby, I killed your dad.”

It turned out Ruby was hiding a massive secret too (Credit: ITV)

Ruby confessed who had really killed Anthony in Emmerdale

As he recounted what had happened, Ruby begged him to stop, but then she stopped him with her own bombshell: “You didn’t kill him. I did.”

We flashed back (again) as Ruby told Aaron what had happened. She had found Anthony in a bad way, but still alive. She was going to leave him, but then when he touched her she snapped, grabbed a rag and suffocated him to death.

Aaron was shellshocked that she then allowed him to think he had killed someone. She insisted she had been going to the police, but she couldn’t bring herself to tell her children everything. Ruby told Caleb, who said he would make it all go away.

Caleb went to the depot to clean up, but found out John and Aaron had got there first. Aaron was devastated that they didn’t say anything to him and were trying to frame him.

Aaron realised Caleb had framed him (Credit: ITV)

Caleb played bad cop

Mid-conversation, Caleb returned and discovered Ruby had confessed and Aaron thought he has been set up for murder.

Caleb played bad cop and said if Aaron reported them all roads led back to him so he’d be landing himself in it. But Ruby broke down and begged Aaron not to go to the police, revealing the truth about Anthony being Steph’s real dad.

The foursome thought they had it all sorted… (Credit: ITV)

The cover-up completed

Aaron called John and the four of them laid out their next plan. John was obviously furious, but Caleb pointed out they were all culpable and needed to work together to get their stories straight.

John assured them Anthony’s body would not be found. Their story is he’s a free spirit who’s gone off to blow his fortune before he dies.

The only remaining worry was Steph searching for her grandad. But Caleb assured she would give up eventually.

However, then Chas walked in and had overheard the last part of the conversation, so wanted answers. Aaron was adamant he was going to tell Chas the truth. But would she agree to the cover-up?

The guilt is eating away at Laurel so she made a big decision in Emmerdale tonight (Credit: ITV)

Laurel ruined everything in Emmerdale tonight

Laurel was still wittering on. Kerry reported to Nicola she’d seen Laurel with a bottle of vodka, so Nicola went to search Laurel’s recycling.

Laurel insisted there was only one bottle and she poured it down the sink. She doesn’t want to go to meetings, she doesn’t want to talk to anyone, she wants to tell her secret. For goodness sake, Laurel, just give it a rest.

She sees it as a decision between confessing and going to prison or starting to drink again.

Nicola found out from Chas that Anthony had supposedly been seen and had just left of his own accord, but she was too late to inform Laurel who was at the police station, confessing she had killed someone.

So she is about to ruin everything for everyone. Bloomin’ Laurel.

Bob dealt with his grief (Credit: ITV)

Eric and Bob helped each other in Emmerdale tonight

Kerry was still trying to get through to Eric, but he was reluctant to engage with her. He was acting suspiciously and it didn’t take Kerry long to find his stash of arson equipment and realise what he was planning.

Eric insisted it was a victimless crime, but Kerry then confessed she started the fire that killed Frank. Pollard was still determined to go ahead with his plan, just saying he wouldn’t be so stupid as to let anyone get hurt.

Pollard went to visit Val’s gravestone to talk things through, but there he encountered Bob, sobbing. Bob had been avoiding going to see Heath’s headstone due to his overwhelming grief. The two had a heart to heart as Eric encouraged Bob to accept Heath was gone and try to celebrate his life.

Bob later returned home to offer his support to Cathy and told her he was ready to see Heath’s headstone. Together he and Cathy took all of Heath’s favourite foods and celebrated Heath’s life at the graveyard.

It seemed his chat with Bob had helped Eric too as he realised nothing was going to bring Brenda back to him. He was not going to burn down the shop. Fortuntately.

Things are rosey for Amy and Matty who are pursuing adoption (Credit: ITV)

Also in Emmerdale tonight…

Matty returned home to apologise to Amy. He explained his reservations over having kids. But then he told her he wanted them to adopt.

They then told Kyle what they were planning and he was on board with it – as long as it’s a sister.

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

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30th January 2025
Opinion: Why Ruby being Anthonyâ€™s killer is the most fitting ending to the whodunnit

In Emmerdale tonight, it was revealed that Ruby was actually Anthony’s killer in a huge twist and not Aaron.

Aaron broke down and confessed that he’d killed her dad, but no, oh no, he actually hadn’t.

Ruby had actually finished her dad off in the Depot, suffocating him with a rag.

A flashback revealed that it was Ruby had killed Anthony (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale: Ruby is Anthony’s killer

Aaron and John have been busy trying to cover up Anthony’s death this week, scrapping his car and getting rid of his belongings.

This is because they believed (and fairly had every reason to believe) that Aaron has actually killed Ruby’s dad when attacking him in the Depot.

They’d gone back to the scene and cleaned up the crime scene, disposing of his body.

Tonight (Thursday, January 30), Aaron broke down and couldn’t take it anymore after considering self-harming.

He then fessed up to Ruby that he’d killed Anthony, meaning that he would never go to prison and pay for abusing her.

Ruby then shut Aaron down and told him that she’d actually killed her dad. Flashbacks then saw her find Anthony on the floor of the Depot and suffocate him with a rag.

Aaron and John were livid that Ruby had made him believe that he’d been the one to finish Anthony off. Before we knew it, Caleb, Ruby, Aaron, John and Chas all knew the truth and teamed together to get their story straight (so that’s basically the whole village that knows now anyway.)

Ruby’s face was the last one Anthony saw (Credit: ITV)

Opinion: Ruby being Anthony’s killer is the right move

With the soap airing a whodunnit, we were first led to believe that Aaron had bumped Anthony off. With major focus being shifted from Ruby to Aaron, it didn’t seem right for Ruby to not be at the forefront of the storyline that is very much about her and her story.

Having Ruby kill her dad was very poetic, as she told him that she was the last face he’d ever see. He had to look at Ruby in the eye and face exactly what he’d done.

Ruby reclaimed some of her power back after her father tried to cruelly take that away from her all those years ago when she was just a young girl. It was really fitting to see Ruby being the one to end Anthony’s life after he robbed her of so many happy years due to his abuse of her.

Whilst we would’ve rather seen Anthony suffer in prison and do time for his crimes, the way Aaron had left him meant that he was most likely going to die anyway. So, the fact that Ruby took his last breath meant that she could see her dad pay at least a little bit for what he’d done.

But, now that Ruby’s told Aaron that she’s Anthony’s killer, will she be able to stay out of a cell?

Read more: Whoâ€™s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns

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30th January 2025
John’s ‘real motive’ for wanting Anthony dead ‘worked out’ by Emmerdale fans who think they had a ‘secret link’

As John Sugden continues to look suspicious to Emmerdale fans, many believe they have ‘worked out’ the true reason he may have wanted Anthony dead.

John jumped into hero mode for Aaron when he found out about Anthony’s death. But he definitely gave the impression that he had covered up a murder before.

When John first arrived in Emmerdale, fans immediately did not trust him. And now with the growing theories that he actually killed Anthony, fans think they know why.

Fans have been suspicious of him since he arrived (Credit: ITV)

John’s secret link to Anthony

Ever since it was revealed that Anthony had sexually abused Ruby when she was younger, and was actually Steph’s dad, fans have wanted the vile man off their screens. And they got their wish.

Emmerdale aired Anthony’s death last week after Aaron brutally beat him up. But by the time he and John went back to the Depot to check on him, he was dead. However, viewers know there was enough time for someone else to finish the job. And now are just waiting for the twist to be revealed.

With many suspecting John was the one behind the murder, up until now his motives for wanting Anthony dead have been unclear. But fans believe there was a secret link we never knew about.

Viewers have theorised that John Sugden isn’t a Sugden at all. But instead is Ruby’s brother. And they believe that he wanted to deal the final blow to his dad.

Commenting on a Facebook post, one fan wrote: “I think Anthony’s real killer is John? Who turns out to be Ruby’s brother.”

Another backed it up, adding: “I thought a brother had been mentioned previously?”

While a third simply wrote: “Love child maybe?”

The theory not only helps further the Anthony plot, but it also provides fans more knowledge of John. Because let’s face it, there’s something off about him.

Could John and Ruby be siblings? (Credit: ITV)

Suspicious John Sugden in Emmerdale

So could John have been protecting his sister from their dad? Or had he also had horrible experiences with Anthony and wanted to get his own revenge?

And if the theory doesn’t come true, there is still a question mark over John.

Most fans agree that he isn’t who he says he is. Some believe he is really the mysterious Aidan Moore, who he said died in Afghanistan. But others believe he killed Aidan, and has a murderous side.

Either way, concern has grown for Aaron as John now has the chance to hold this secret over him.

Read more: 14 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: April’s trauma revealed and Caleb confronts Cain

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29th January 2025
5 Emmerdale spoilers for tonight: Ruby forces Chas to backtrack and John tries to retrieve Anthony’s tooth

In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, Ruby Fox-Miligan struggles to keep it together and she forces Chas to backtrack on what she told Nicola about Anthony.

Elsewhere, Amy is feeling broody, but is Matty on the same page?

All this and more in Emmerdale spoilers tonight (Tuesday, January 28.)

Aaron has been relying on John (Credit: ITV)

1. John finds Anthony’s tooth in Emmerdale spoilers

After helping Aaron dispose of Anthony’s body, John is enjoying being his boyfriend’s rock.

Later, John pretends to spearhead a health and safety initiative for the Depot. He spots Anthony’s tooth on the floor and does his best to hide his unease, while not drawing attention to it.

John’s plan to retrieve the tooth is thwarted by the sudden appearance of an accusatory Caleb.

Ruby tells Chas to take back what she said (Credit: ITV)

2. Chas backtracks on her accusations

An awkward Chas Dingle admits to Ruby that she told Nicola about Anthony being a danger to children. Ruby is angry about this and scared that it will get back to Steph.

Ruby tells Chas she has to take back what she said in order to protect Steph, so Chas tells Nicola and Laurel that she was wrong.

Nicola and Laurel are incredulous, but they act grateful to Chas for setting things straight. However, once Chas is gone, Laurel is reeling over what she’s done.Â

Ruby struggles to hold it together (Credit: ITV)

3. Steph continues to look for her grandfather

When she notices Anthony’s car has gone, Steph Miligan takes her frustration out on Caleb and Ruby.

Caleb tells Steph that Anthony has always been like this, while Ruby struggles to hold it together and crumbles under the emotional turmoil.

Kerry advises Eric to give himself a break (Credit: ITV)

4. Eric confides in Kerry

Pollard tells Kerry that he feels like he has failed Brenda because he hasn’t managed to sell the shop and pay back her life savings yet.

Kerry tells Pollard that Brenda would rather wait than see him push himself too far with his condition.

Kerry tries to convince Pollard to give himself a break, but she’s oblivious to the extent of his turmoil.

Moira realises her daughter-in-law feels broody (Credit: ITV)

5. Amy is feeling broody in Emmerdale spoilers tonight

Moira is taken aback when she realises that Amy is feeling broody. She encourages Amy to talk to Matty about how she is feeling.

Taking her mother-in-law’s words on board, a cautious Amy is bolstered to speak to Matty about the possibility of adopting a child.

Read more: Whoâ€™s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns

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28th January 2025
Emmerdale spoilers: Caleb confronts Cain over sleeping with Ruby

A suspicious Caleb Miligan confronts brother Cain over his fling with Ruby in Emmerdale spoilers. This follows Anthony’s revelation that Cain had been sleeping with Ruby.

A desperate Anthony had shared Ruby’s dirty little secret as vengeful Caleb threatened him with a gun. This came after Caleb learned that Anthony had raped her as a teenager – and was Steph’s biological father.

Facing the barrel of the gun and an angry Caleb, Anthony tried to talk his way out of a bullet. It was then that he told Caleb about Ruby’s affair, in a last-ditch attempt to discredit his traumatised daughter.

Caleb demands answers (Credit: ITV)

Caleb was initially disbelieving, but something about Anthony’s words clearly rang true, and he’s struggled to let go of those nagging doubts ever since. As it happens, Anthony was telling the truth for once – Ruby did sleep with Cain, to both parties’ huge regret.

After struggling with his profound guilt, Cain managed to move on from his betrayal of Moira, supporting her as she undergoes treatment to prevent her brain tumour from returning.

But how will Cain react when his brother finally demands the truth? And, as Caleb makes a confession of his own, what fresh revelations will their confrontation bring?

Read our Emmerdale spoilers for this story in full below.

Can Cain talk his way out of trouble (Credit: ITV)

Cain denies sleeping with Ruby in Emmerdale spoilers

Unable to forget Anthony’s claims that Cain had been sleeping with his wife, Caleb confronts his brother. Cain denies sleeping with Ruby, and immediately demands to know where Caleb got his information from.

Caleb awkwardly tells him that it had been Anthony who suggested Cain and Ruby had been having an affair. He then shares a guilty secret of his own.

Can Cain throw a determined Caleb off the scent – and what does Caleb confess to?

Read more: Whoâ€™s leaving Emmerdale in 2025? A complete guide to departures, returns and new arrivals in the Dales

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28th January 2025
Emmerdale spoilers: Aaron confesses everything to stunned Ruby

In Emmerdale spoilers for next week a guilty Aaron realises he needs to confess about Anthony – so he tells Ruby!

Viewers are finally rid of vile Anthony from their screens. But that doesn’t mean the drama stops. Trying to deal with what he has done, Aaron relies on John to help him through it.

But when he keeps thinking about his actions, only one thing will make him feel better. And soon enough he finds himself face to face with Ruby, confessing everything.

Aaron is disgusted when he finds out the truth (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Aaron’s guilt increases

At the beginning of the week, John helps Aaron cover up what happened with Anthony. Working together the pair manage to get all of his belongings out of the house. And very conveniently Cain’s closing the garage for a few days which means that it’s the perfect place for the man’s car.

But despite all of this, John ends up spotting the bloody tooth still laying in the depot. And when he tries to get it, he is halted by an accusatory Caleb.

It seems, John isn’t the only one in a tricky situation, as Aaron is haunted by what he had done. And so he heads straight to see Ruby.

When she answers the door she is shocked to see him. And panicking, Ruby is left with either listening to what he has to say, or terrible consequences. So she lets him in.

Ruby struggles to cope (Credit: ITV)

Aaron confesses to Ruby

Aaron takes the opportunity to open up about his history with self-harm, and how he feels about his own dad who sexually abused him when he was younger.

But Ruby struggles to listen to what he has to say, and a tortured Aaron can’t deal with her attempts to bolster the situation.

So the only thing left for him to do is confess. He tells Ruby that he has killed Anthony. And it’s safe to say she is left well and truly stunned.

But just how will she react? And will Aaron feel better now that the truth is out there?

Read more: Danny Miller reveals Aaron’s desperation to punish Anthony

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25th January 2025
Ruby ‘killed her dad and Caleb covered it up’ – all the clues they were behind Anthony’s death in Emmerdale

In Emmerdale Anthony’s murder has been taking centre stage this week after Ruby confronted her dad over his abuse last week. And while last night showed what happened, many think it wasn’t the full story.

In last night’s episode, Aaron went to the Depot to confront Anthony. And it got ugly. After Aaron opened up on his own experiences, the vile man not only admitted what had happened, but disgustingly goaded him into beating him up.

However, Aaron stopped himself while Anthony was still alive. And while he tried to make Aaron kill him, the Dingle bad boy chose to walk away. But when he and John returned later, Anthony was dead.

Caleb was surprised that the Depot was empty (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale Anthony murder

Aaron immediately panicked at the thought of going to prison, but John stepped in to cover up Anthony’s murder.

However, we didn’t actually see Anthony die. And that usually means something in Soapland. Now, fans seem to think they have cracked the case.

There was plenty of time between Aaron telling John what happened to them heading there together. Enough time for someone to actually kill Anthony.

Fans couldn’t help but notice Ruby’s behaviour switch during that time. She went out looking for Steph and returned even more shaken than before.

Then when Caleb headed to the Depot, he looked genuinely surprised to see it empty.

Fans took to social media to share their theories. And believe that Ruby was the culprit and Caleb was covering for her.

Fans noticed Ruby’s strange behaviour (Credit: ITV)

Did Ruby kill her dad in Emmerdale?

One wrote: “My money is on Ruby. The gun was in her house and Caleb had told her it was untraceable. She was very calm talking to Steph. As if she knows Anthony is not coming back and Steph is safe out of his hands.”

Another added: “Caleb going into the Depot with his eyes searching the floor like he was expecting to see something. He had gone to clean up for Ruby hadn’t he?”

“So, did Ruby go up to the Depot and finish off her dad? She looked a bit suspicious when she came back. And she seemed genuinely surprised when Caleb came back and didn’t say anything.”

But now, Aaron is under the impression that he is a murderer, so the question is – is he? Or was it actually someone else?

If he isn’t responsible for the Emmerdale Anthony death, then there are currently a lot of people in the village who think they have something to do with it.

Read more: Emmerdale spoilers for next week as Ruby crumbles and Laurel struggles with guilt

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24th January 2025
3 spoilers for tonight: Laurel seeks guidance and Steph grows concerned

In Emmerdale spoilers for tonight, the aftermath of Anthony’s murder brings consequences to all of those involved.

Steph gets more and more concerned over Anthony’s sudden disappearance and wants answers about his whereabouts.

But what she doesn’t realise is his bloody tooth still sits in the Depot…

Read on for full Emmerdale spoilers for tonight (January 24).

Laurel continues to struggle (Credit: ITV)

1. Laurel seeks guidance

The start of the week saw Laurel hit Anthony over the head with a candlestick in a bid to save Nicola, after she discovered he wasn’t trusted around kids.

Though he walked away – with a bad head injury – he was murdered by someone else and so he failed to turn back up.

Now as Laurel is convinced she is responsible for the vile man’s disappearance, she struggles to cope.

Knowing there could be only one place for her to go, Laurel turns to her religion and seeks guidance on what to do next.

Will Steph get any answers? (Credit: ITV)

2. Steph’s suspicious

Steph may be the only person who cares about Anthony’s disappearance, but that’s purely because she doesn’t know the horrible truth.

However, she makes it her mission to find out who knows where he is. And so when she notices a tense atmosphere between Caleb and Ruby, she asks if they know anything.

What will their response be? And will Steph ever discover that Anthony is dead?

3. Evidence hides in plain sight

Last night’s episode saw Aaron beat Anthony up and leave him. And when he returned, the man was dead.

Aaron may have had John’s help in clearing up any evidence of Anthony’s death, but the pair failed to notice something that could get them caught.

Anthony’s very bloody tooth still lays on the floor in the Depot, waiting to be discovered.

With people in and out of there all the time, will anyone notice it? And if so, who will it be?

Read more: Emmerdale spoilers for next week as Ruby crumbles and Laurel struggles

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24th January 2025
Emmerdale star Beth Cordingly reaches out to fans over Anthony actor Nicholas Day: ‘We all need a little bit of protection’

Emmerdale actress Beth Cordingly has reached out to fans on social media over Nicholas Day, the actor playing her dad, Anthony Fox.

Viewers know Anthony is a vile man who sexually abused Ruby when she was just 14. His rapes resulted in the birth of her daughter Steph when she was 16.

But in real life, Beth insists Nicholas is a “gem”.

Ruby has been terrified of Anthony since he returned (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale star Beth Cordingly issues message to fans on social media over Anthony actor Nicholas Day

Writing on her Instagram page, Beth addressed her followers. She said: “In case anyone is under any illusions I just want to stress what a beautiful man Nick Day is, in real life. We were very lucky to have an actor of his calibre and talent playing my father, Anthony, in Emmerdale.”

The actress then continued: “It wasn’t an easy role for anyone to take on and he found playing this person extremely challenging.

“I loved working with Nick, we all did. It was an emotional experience requiring a lot of trust and a lot of love. He’s a gem.”

The Ruby Fox-Miligan star urged her followers to be kind. “If you see him in the street please remember he’s NOT Anthony. I’m sure you all will – so forgive me for sounding patronising – I just wanted to say. Sometimes, as actors, we need a little bit of protection when we put ourselves out there telling difficult stories that need to be told.”

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Fans and other co-stars were quick to agree with Beth, with Amy Walsh (Tracy Robinson) commenting: “Ah, what a gent! I had the honour of a couple of scenes with him! Lovely man.”

A fan wrote: “He really did play his part well, right down to the crazed look in his eyes in some scenes, I’d love to see him in a Shakespeare play, think he’d be awesome in one.”

“If an actor is really hated you know they’ve played a blinderâ€¦ it’s a very powerful storyline which made my skin crawlâ€¦. He’s fantastic! I hope people remember he’s only acting the partâ€¦ you both deserve an award,” agreed another one.

One more added: “So nice of you to say this. I echo what many have said. I hated Anthony, he made my skin crawl. Proving what a fantastic and brave actor Nick Day is, it can’t be easy to play a character like this. Another hard hitting storyline done well by Emmerdale.”

Anthony has made Ruby’s life hell (Credit: ITV)

Praise for Emmerdale’s Beth Cordingly and Nicholas Day

In fact, both Beth and Nicholas have come in for huge praise during this hard-hitting storyline. Nicholas has created one of the most vile villains ever to grace our screens.

And the scenes in which Ruby confronted her dad left fans in no doubt what a star Beth is.

One fan wrote: “Beth Cordingly is a phenomenal talent. ITV are so lucky to have her as Ruby!”

Another praised: “Beth Cordingly is award-worthy on Emmerdale this week. May Ruby remain at the centre of the show forever.”

“Give Beth Cordingly all of the awards. This is a very dark, dark storyline, even for a soap. And she has been amazing,” another fan commented.

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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23rd January 2025
Fans beg for Nicky Miligan to return in Ruby abuse storyline – all we know about a potential comeback

With Ruby’s abuse ordeal at the hands of her father now public knowledge, fans are calling for her son Nicky to return to Emmerdale.

Nicky Miligan left the Dales last July, but since his departure things have got a lot more serious for his family.

While Ruby Fox-Miligan continues to process what happened to her as a child, fans have begged for Nicky to come back and support his mum.

Nicky originally hid that he was Caleb’s son (Credit: ITV)

What happened to Nicky Miligan in Emmerdale?

Nicky originally hid his identity when he arrived in the village. He started a job at Home Farm as a live-in nanny as part of dad Caleb’s scheme to bring down Kim Tate.

He took the scheme so far that he was even set to marry Gabby Thomas, the mother of Kim’s grandson. However, he didn’t go through with it and admitted he was gay.

Nicky started a relationship with Suni Sharma, but they faced some opposition. When Ethan drove Nicky to rescue Suni from a homophobic crowd, he crashed the car. Ethan moved Nicky to the driving seat and run away.

Although Nicky ended up in a coma, ultimately he was fine. However, his parents took it upon themselves to get revenge on Ethan via a hit and run.

Nicky lost patience with his scheming parents and decided to leave the village with Suni.

Nicky left the Dales with Suni (Credit: ITV)

Fans call for Nicky return

Given the emotional time Ruby is currently having, fans have wondered why Nicky hasn’t returned to offer support and have begged for him to come back.

“I would love Nicky back for this storyline actually, Imagine heâ€™s actually the one that kills Anthony,” one fan said. While another added: “We need Nicky back!”

On Reddit, a third fan suggested a return for Nicky, with a fourth viewer speculating: “I really hope so, but heâ€™ll probably have to be recast (unless itâ€™s a brief stint).”

“Bring back Nicky 2025 make emmerdale great again,” demanded a fifth fan, with a sixth adding: “Wish they would bring him back , I loved him.”

Lewis Cope quit his role as Nicky (Credit: ITV)

Is a return likely?

Nicky Miligan was not killed off and his family are a big part of the soap at the moment, so a return would not only be possible, but it would make sense.

Since Nicky’s departure, Ruby has been to visit her son. When Steph arrived, she also revealed that she’d been in touch with Nicky. Therefore, it’s likely he knows what’s currently going on in his family’s lives.

Recent scenes in Emmerdale have seen news spread around the village that Nicky’s grandfather Anthony sexually abused Ruby when she was younger. It has also been revealed to viewers that Anthony is Steph’s dad.

This week sees Anthony murdered with numerous suspects in the frame. It would make sense for Nicky to return and support his family during this time.

However, Lewis Cope, who played Nicky, quit the role and has made no comment about a desire to return.

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22nd January 2025