Relations between Robron – aka – Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle – hit an all-time low in Emmerdale tonight (Friday, October 24), as the pair seemed to cut all ties forever.
Robert tried to talk to Aaron after he ended their relationship, but Aaron wasn’t in a forgiving mood – and ordered Robert out of his life.
Worry not though, Robron fans – there’s hope for the star-crossed lovers yet!
Kev was the last straw for Aaron (Credit: ITV)
Robert tried to explain himself to Aaron
Advised by Victoria to open up to Aaron, Robert explained how he and Kev had gotten together. Robert explained how he had been an easy target in prison, and was frequently beaten up.
Kev had come to his rescue and put his attacker in hospital for six weeks. When Kev was stabbed as payback, Robert revealed to Aaron: “I thought he was dying. At the time, I didn’t think either of us would be getting out. I certainly didn’t think I’d be seeing you again. So when he asked me, if he survived, if I’d marry him, I said yeah.”
Robert insisted it was Aaron he was in love with. However, unforgiving Aaron said that unless Robert was prepared to tell Kev the truth immediately he didn’t want to see him again.
Robert said he couldn’t do that while Kev was in hospital, so Aaron ordered him out and went to get drunk in the pub… which is always the answer in the Dales.
Aaron and Robert got physical (Credit: ITV)
Robron hit the rocks in Emmerdale tonight
After annoying Vinny and Lewis, Aaron got into a row with Robert outside the pub – with an audience, of course.
Aaron told Robert to go back to his ‘weird little marriage.’ Onlookers Paddy and Jai were shocked by the revelation that Robert was married, but Aaron wasn’t done and shouted at Robert: “You are that weak and pathetic that you had to marry the resident psycho so that you had a little bit of protection.”
Robert gave some back too, and told Aaron that at least he didn’t just sit back and let it happen like Aaron had done with ‘GI John.’ Aaron then squared up to Robert and told him: “I never ever thought I could hate anybody as much as I hate you right now. So from now on, you stay out of my life for good.”
Aaron is threatened next week (Credit: ITV)
Robron live on in Emmerdale spoilers
Emmerdale spoilers for next week reveal that Aaron still possesses deep feelings for his ex. While Kev is worried about Aaron’s presence.
Tensions rise at the cafe between Aaron and Robert as DS Carter arrives to question Kev about an attack on an old friend.
Later, in the pub, after apologising to Vinny, the peace is shattered again when Robert and Kev arrive. Aaron’s resolve breaks when he realises Robert has told Kev about his past with Gordon. Once alone, it’s clear that Aaron isn’t over Robert and Chas comforts her heartbroken son.
Later, at Mill Flat, Aaron is confronted by an unhinged Kev. He delivers a chilling death threat and warns Aaron to leave him and Robert alone. Aaron shares this encounter with Robert, who is left troubled by his husband’s actions.
At the pub, Robert questions Kev about what happened. Things quickly get heated and are made worse when Aaron arrives. However, when Kev shuts Aaron down, Robert is relieved.
Aaron decides to confide in Mack about his worries over Kev, and Mack decides to fight Aaron’s corner. How will Kev react? And can Kev really stand in the way of a Robron reunion?
Joe Tate has landed himself in serious trouble in Emmerdale after his threats against the King family took a devastating turn. Now it looks like his words could cost him everything.
In shocking scenes, Joe accidentally hit Jimmy King with his car after losing control while driving. Things only got worse when he considered leaving him for dead.
And now Caleb knows and everything could come crashing down for Joe. How far will Caleb go – and is Joe facing prison?
Joe was horrified to realise he’d hit Jimmy (Credit: ITV)
Joe hits Jimmy in horror accident in Emmerdale
After threatening the Kings on Monday night (October 20), warning that “justice comes in many forms,” Joe was already on edge when Tuesday’s (October 21) episode began. Driving fast and distracted by his phone, he suddenly ploughed into something in the road — and was horrified to discover it was Jimmy King.
Realising the gravity of what he’d done, Joe panicked and was ready to flee the scene before Caleb arrived, having witnessed everything. Joe quickly claimed he was heading back to his car to call an ambulance, though both he — and Caleb — knew that wasn’t the case.
Nicola wants revenge (Credit: ITV)
Nicola vows revenge
Jimmy was rushed to hospital, where Nicola was furious to find Joe being questioned by police. Convinced it wasn’t an accident, she made it clear she intends to make Joe pay for what he’s done.
Meanwhile, Joe tried to cover his tracks by visiting Caleb, hoping to persuade him to give the ‘right’ version of events. But in doing so, he only dug himself in deeper — first by trying to blackmail Caleb over Anthony’s death, and then by offering him £25,000 to keep quiet.
Caleb, however, wasn’t interested in making a deal. Instead, he made Joe sweat, telling him: “You let me know when you’ve decided how much your freedom is worth. Police are in at 12.”
Now, with the clock ticking, Joe’s future is hanging by a thread.
Caleb witnessed it all (Credit: ITV)
Caleb holds all the cards in Emmerdale tomorrow
Joe is in a fix, and Caleb knows it. His next move will decide whether Joe walks free — or faces the consequences.
Things take another twist in tomorrow’s episode (Wednesday, October 22), when Joe returns to see Caleb. Their tense conversation is interrupted by a strange noise coming from one of the vans.
When they investigate, they discover a girl named Anya hiding inside. But before they can get any answers, the police turn up — and Joe rushes out to intercept them, trying to keep them away from the depot while Caleb sorts out the chaos.
But has Joe done enough to keep Caleb on side — or is his luck about to run out?
After a harrowing episode that left viewers shaken, the Emmerdale storyline involving Dylan and April takes another turn next week. Despite everything they’ve endured, Dylan chooses to stand up to Ray and the consequences could be dire.
Trapped and with seemingly no way out, how can April and Dylan ever get away Celia, Ray and the criminal underworld they’re embroiled in? And has Dylan made the ultimate mistake in telling Ray ‘no’?
April felt uncomfortable with Tim (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale hit hard tonight
Having refused a risky drug drop in Liverpool, April was desperate to get back in Ray’s good books tonight — but her latest job took an even darker turn. She agreed to deliver cocaine to a hotel, with Ray driving her there and making it very clear that the man she was meeting was “important” and that she was to be very nice to him.
Clearly on edge, April sensed something was seriously off, even if she didn’t yet understand exactly what Ray was expecting. Sadly, viewers knew all too well what kind of danger she was walking into.
When she arrived, Tim wasted no time making her uncomfortable. His sleazy demeanour set the tone immediately — chatting her up, pushing vodka and drugs on her, and insisting she “relax”. April’s fear was palpable as she realised the horrifying reality of what she’d been sent there to do.
Thinking fast, April managed to keep her wits about her. She tricked Tim into lining up cocaine, then seized her moment to make a run for it — escaping the hotel shaken but safe.
Back in the village, an emotional April broke down in tears, only to be found by Celia, who appeared gentle and sympathetic at first. She comforted April, promising to smooth things over with Ray and Tim — but her kindness soon turned chilling.
Celia coldly told April that now she understood “what’s expected of her,” she’d do it properly next time — like a good little girl. The moment left April terrified, forbidden from confiding in Dylan and more alone than ever.
Dylan chooses Marlon and Paddy over Ray and it doesn’t go down well (Credit: ITV)
Dylan defies Ray next week in Emmerdale
Next week’s spoilers reveal things once again get darker for the teens. Marlon is desperate to make amends with April, but she rejects him, wanting to keep him safe from Celia’s threats.
So Marlon tries a different tack: get closer to Dylan instead. Hoping Dylan will give him info on his daughter, Marlon offers him a shift in the Woolpack kitchen. Dylan assures Marlon April is fine, but even he doesn’t know the extent of what she’s being forced into…
Meanwhile, Paddy gifts Dylan a rally driving experience as a well done for passing his driving test. He is thrilled, but Ray reminds him work clashes.
Determined to keep Dylan under his control, Ray tells him to steal the Depot driving schedules. Dylan snoops in Caleb’s office and is busted by Jai. But he does manage to get his hands on what Ray has asked for.
Impressed, Ray gives him another job for tomorrow. But Dylan turns it down as he’s going driving with Paddy. Ray reminds him his debt is stacking up and he needs to work to pay it off.
Saying no to Ray is a risky move. Dylan is totally trapped as it’s clear Ray means business. Will he and April ever find a way out of this mess?
Emmerdale is set to air a special episode on Friday night that has been described as “powerful” and “unmissable”. It will feature the parallels between April Windsor’s story and that of Dawn Fletcher. But although Dawn has got away from her nightmare, April’s is only just beginning…
As scenes in tonight’s episode (Thursday October 16) saw, April and Dylan believe they are almost free from Ray and Celia. In truth they are nowhere near. Celia made it clear to Ray the two teens will never pay their debt off.
So with April being sent on a very dangerous job, will she be forced to take a path she never wanted to? And can anyone save her?
April couldn’t go through with stealing from Rhona (Credit: ITV)
Tonight’s Emmerdale
Ray sent Dylan on a job to Hull on Thursday (October 16). But it turned out Dylan hasn’t actually got a driving gig at Caleb Miligan International as it’s too expensive to insure him. Instead, Billy was driving and Dylan was the driver’s mate.
It made it very tricky to pull off Ray’s risky deal, but Dylan managed it without Billy knowing. Ray promised Dylan more better paying jobs. Dylan started to see a future where his debt was paid off and he was free.
Meanwhile, April refused a job in Liverpool. But Ray reminded her she has a lot of work to do to pay him back. She tried to steal some of Rhona’s jewellery to get some quick cash, but Rhona came home. Rhona was so nice to her and understanding and kind, April couldn’t go through with it, so April told Ray she’d do his job.
But it was too late for Liverpool, so Ray offered her something else. She is to drop something off for a very important client in Hotten tomorrow.
Dawn needs Joe to understand her (Credit: ITV)
Special Emmerdale episode focusing on April and Dawn to air on Friday
Emmerdale is lining up a “powerful and unmissable” special episode for Friday, October 17, focusing on April as well as Dawn Fletcher as their lives collide in a harrowing storyline.
April’s situation takes a dark turn. Under mounting pressure, she’s ordered to deliver cocaine to a man named Tim in a hotel room – with Ray warning her that Tim is an ‘important client’ she mustn’t disappoint.
However, once inside, April finds herself trapped as Tim plies her with vodka and drugs, making his intentions disturbingly clear. As panic sets in, April desperately searches for a way to escape – but will she make it out in time?
Elsewhere, Dawn opens up to Joe about her own traumatic past after sensing he’s struggling to understand her. Her confession draws chilling parallels to what April is facing. She recounts the dark experiences that shaped her and fuelled her fierce need to protect Clemmie at all costs.
April is in an awful situation tomorrow night (Credit: ITV)
Can April save herself?
As the episode unfolds, both women are forced to confront the shadows of their past and present. But while Dawn is determined to keep her daughter safe, can April manage to save herself before it’s too late?
Olivia Bromley, who plays Dawn, has said: “This episode is really important because Dawn didn’t have a stable family or homelife, which she explains to Joe in this episode, and you can really see how she got herself into such a difficult situation for so many years.
“But what’s interesting with April is, she has such a wonderful family, and the world really is her oyster – she’s got a stable loving home, she’s at school and yet she’s still managed to go down this path.”
In Emmerdale spoilers for next week, Kev and Aaron come face to face as Robert scrambles to hide the truth. But how much longer can he keep this from Aaron?
Meanwhile, relations between the Tates and the Kings take a further nosedive when Joe runs Jimmy over. And Caleb and Ruby have a stowaway at the Depot.
All this and more in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers.
1. Kev makes himself at home in the Dales
Kev is in the village and Robert is having a hard time juggling his double life. Victoria insists Robert must tell Aaron before he finds out another way.
However before long, Kev encounters Aaron in the cafe. This makes things complicated for Robert.
Robert is visibly shaken to see them together and he worries there’s no way he can keep a lid on this.
He downplays his past with Kev to Aaron, but will it throw him off the scent?
2. Victoria pressures Robert in Emmerdale spoilers
As Robert continues to juggle everything, Victoria pressures him to come clean. He knows he has to end things with Kev, especially when Aaron announces their rekindled relationship to the entire Woolpack.
3. Aaron catches Robert kissing Kev
Robert later talks to Kev and expresses concerns about his aggression. Kev promises to change and be a better man, but Robert still can’t be honest.
As he continues with both relationships, Kev is suspicious something is off. He gifts Robert a fancy new watch and then publicly kisses him.
But Robert has no idea Aaron, who is also sure something is off, is watching.
Robert is horrified when he realises Aaron has seen everything. How will he explain this one? And is this the end of Robron for good?
4. Joe wants revenge
The police inform the Kings and Tates they are not taking Carl’s case any further. Joe is furious and wants tougher justice, but Dawn just wants to draw a line under the whole thing.
5. Joe runs Jimmy over in Emmerdale spoilers
Joe is out driving later on and he gets distracted. He is horrified when he hits somebody and even more so when he sees it’s Jimmy.
Caleb has witnessed the whole thing and he forces Joe to call an ambulance. Joe insists to the police it was an accident, but Nicola is sure it was his revenge. She vows she will give her own statement to the police. But will Joe end up in trouble?
6. A stowaway is found at the Depot
Joe goes to the Depot to sort things out with Caleb, but they are distracted by a noise in one of the vans. They are stunned when they find a terrified woman called Anya who has stowed away.
Ruby then arrives and she is confused over what is going on. But when the police arrive to talk to Joe about the Jimmy incident, Anya rushes away.
Ruby follows her and gets Liam to look Anya over. He advises Ruby to report her to the authorities, but will she?
7. Dylan trapped by Ray
Paddy gifts Dylan a rally driving experience to celebrate passing his driving test. Marlon is also using Dylan to get closer to April again.
Ray reminds Dylan the rally driving clashes with work from him, leaving Dylan torn. Eventually he turns Ray’s job down in favour of going with Paddy, leaving Ray furious.
Ray later tasks Dylan with stealing the Depot driving schedules. He snoops in Jai’s office and is almost busted, but then gets away with the info Ray wants.
8. Gabby’s big decision
Mandy is shocked to find Gabby looking through Vinny’s phone. Gabby tries to explain, but Mandy is worried about their relationship and that the trust has gone.
Soon, Gabby makes a big decision and it leaves Vinny completely blindsided. What is she about to do?
9. Claudette chastises Charles in Emmerdale spoilers
Liam launches his prostate checking campaign and is pleased when lots of people turn up for checks. But Claudette is fuming to find out Charles has lied about getting checked every few years, especially because she lost a brother to the disease.
Fans of Emmerdale will be upset to learn the soap is not on tonight, nor is it available to preview early on ITVX. So when can you catch the next episodes of the ITV soap?
Football, rubgy and other special shows often affect the soaps, but which is it tonight? We’ve got you covered here.
The police are asking questions at Home Farm later this week (Credit: ITV)
Is Emmerdale on tonight?
Unfortunately Emmerdale will not air tonight (Thursday October 9) and once again it’s due to International Football. England are playing Wales in a friendly live from Wembley Stadium. Kick-off is at 7.45pm, meaning the build-up to the match takes away Emmerdale’s slot.
As there is no episode at all tonight, it means the soap also won’t be on ITVX or YouTube, where it usually drops at 7am.
Emmerdale will be back on screens on Friday (October 10). It will air at its normal time of 7.30pm and will also be on ITVX and YouTube at 7am.
Belle and Kammy have taken the next step (Credit: ITV)
What happens in Emmerdale later this week
Wednesday night’s episode (October 8) saw Charity fake paternity test results to convince Ross he’s not the father of her baby. He seems to have bought it and even went celebrating in the pub.
But Chas is not happy with Charity over her deceit and Sarah has noticed something is up. As Charity continues to beg Chas to keep quiet and let her give the baby to Sarah and Jacob without ever telling them the truth, Sarah spots the tension. She wants to know exactly what is going on, but will she find out the awful truth?
Elsewhere, Nicola and Dawn are still reeling from the fight Carl and Lucas had a school. But things are about to get a whole lot worse when the police arrive.
It is revealed Clemmie has sent indecent images to Carl and he then shared them with his friends. Lucas hit Carl when he found out what happened. Now the police are involved and Nicola and Dawn are horrified. How will they deal with this situation?
Also, Belle and Kammy are awkward after sleeping together for the first time. Have they made a mistake?
Emma Atkins has revealed Charity Dingle in Emmerdale doesn’t know which way to turn after making a decision about the baby she is carrying.
She is supposed to be carrying a baby for granddaughter Sarah Sugden and her fiancé Jacob Gallagher as a surrogate. But she now knows her ill-advised one-night stand with Ross Barton has resulted in her pregnancy.
Charity immediately booked an abortion and tonight we discovered whether or not she went through with it. So what consequences will her decision have?
Charity sobbed after her termination decision (Credit: ITV)
Charity planned a termination in Emmerdale
After receiving the paternity test results on Monday (October 6) Charity was devastated to discover the baby she is carrying belongs to her and Ross Barton.
Charity confided in Chas Dingle and decided an abortion was the only option. She booked one immediately.
Tonight (Tuesday October 7) she asked Chas to go with her, but Chas insisted she could not terminate the pregnancy. Charity lashed out saying it was her only option.
Later Charity broke down in tears alone in her car, but had she gone through with the abortion?
At home, Sarah showed Charity a memory box for the baby. It had in the first scan photo and a letter from Sarah and Jacob telling their kid how much they loved them.
Charity couldn’t listen and dashed out. She then told Chas she hadn’t gone through with the termination.
Charity faces an impossible situation (Credit: ITV)
Emma Atkins admits ‘biggest lie of Charity’s life’
Chas was pleased Charity hadn’t done it, but assumed she would now tell everyone the truth. However, Charity refused. She knows it would lose her Sarah and cost her her marriage to Mack, who is already struggling after his kidnapping nightmare.
Charity decided no one would ever find out and that she would find the answer to dealing with Ross.
Charity admitted she didn’t have all the answers, but she would find a way.
Emma Atkins, who plays Charity, admitted to Metro.co.uk: “She has a choice to tell those that need telling, or to keep it a secret. And I think secrets and lies is the avenue she goes down for obvious reasons, that there’s too much at stake. There’s too much to lose.
“She wants to gift Sarah with this child that she’s promised her, and she can’t bear the thought of all of this falling apart, so to keep everything together, she decides to tell the biggest lie of her life.”
However we all know it’s not that easy in Soapland. The truth will come out eventually and fans are already warning Charity against this.
Emmerdale fans think the same as those watching at home began commenting on social media: “Charity this seriously isn’t gonna end well you you continuing to lie to Sarah and Mack,” said one.
“Charity needs to do the right thing,” agreed one more, while a third added: “Charity should come clean not have a termination.”
“Charity has messed up BIG TIME! For once, Chas is right. Charity might as well just tell them,” said a fourth.
Emmerdale has confirmed a surprising family twist involving Celia Daniels and Ray Walters, revealing that the two characters are related. And they’re not just related – they’re about as close as family can be: they’re mum and son!
The revelation adds a new layer to both storylines and raises questions about how their connection will affect life in the village moving forward.
Celia warned April not to cross her (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale: Farmer Celia runs a drug operation
We discovered tonight (Thursday October 2) that April’s drug dealing is actually for Celia, not Ray. Celia is Ray’s boss!
April had accidentally dropped some of the pills she was meant to sell at home. Mistaking them for sweeties her brother, Leo, had eaten them. After suffering a seizure he was rushed to hospital and was fighting for his life.
Guilty April was ready to confess all. But when Ray found out he called Celia who turned up at the hospital. She cornered April and encouraged her not to cross the dangerous people who had her dealing drugs. And when that didn’t work, she turned round and violently slapped April.
Celia called her an “ungrateful little wretch”. She then added: “You lost Ray thousands of pounds, and this is how you repay him?”
Celia then revealed that she is Ray’s boss. She threatened April and her family and insisted April lie to the police. April did as she was told.
Later, another bombshell was dropped when Ray called Celia ‘Mum’. Celia reduced him to a quivering wreck as she called him “a useless, pathetic, weak little man” for allowing April to humiliate him.
Celia is evil (Credit: ITV)
So just who is Celia in Emmerdale?
Ray is clearly terrified of his mum, but we don’t know how that came about. Has she always been this scary? Has Ray been groomed like he is now doing to Dylan and April.
When Celia first arrived we were told she had a repuation and wasn’t someone to be messed with. She proved that with her reaction to Paddy’s dog attack.
At the time, actress Jaye Griffiths, who plays her said: “Without giving the game away she is very different to anyone I have played before. I can’t wait to really get into the heart of her storyline.”
‘Different’ is one way of putting it!
Producer Laura Shaw also added: “We are absolutely delighted to have Jaye Griffiths joining us to play the role of Celia. Having recently taken over a nearby farm, not much is known about mysterious Celia’s past before arriving on the outskirts of the village.
“While Celia has a tough edge with an air of respectability, the audience, and our villagers, will soon start to see what this woman is truly capable of.”
We can see what she’s capable of – and we’re terrified!
Ray is scared of his mum (Credit: ITV)
More drama to come as April is ‘trapped’
Jaye has now revealed a little more about what’s to come – and it’s not good.
“At last the audience have seen the familial link between her and Ray and the fact she is the mastermind behind it all,” Jaye said.
“There is lots more drama to come but I feel that the context of the whole operation is now apparent and so the audience will now be fearing how trapped these kids are as it’s very clear Celia and Ray are not beginners at this.”
Tensions are set to explode in Emmerdale after Jai Sharma uncovered the truth about Caleb helping John Sugden escape. It could well force Caleb to make his next, potentially deadly, move, against Jai.
With secrets unraveling and emotions running high, fans are bracing for another tragic twist that could leave the village reeling once again.
Caleb told Ruby the truth (Credit: ITV)
The truth about John was revealed in Emmerdale tonight
Caleb Miligan returned from Rotterdam on Thursday (September 25) and was greeted by shotgun-weilding Cain Dingle. He wanted answers over Caleb’s betrayal, furious with his brother for allowing John to escape.
However, Caleb insisted he had no choice and that he has no regrets as his actions have kept his family out of prison.
Ruby interrupted the argument and demanded to know the truth. Caleb eventually told Ruby everything – including the information about where Anthony’s body is buried. But Ruby didn’t believe it. She pointed out that there is no way John would offer up that information as it’s the only power he has.
Caleb went digging for Anthony’s body (Credit: ITV)
Caleb dug up Anthony’s body
However, Caleb went digging and found a body… Moira, Chas and Aaron were soon filled in on the latest developments. Aaron in particular took the news badly.
Caleb told them that he found Anthony’s body so John was telling the truth, and now it’s all over.
Aaron shouted: “While he’s still out there, it’s not over for me, is it?”
Caleb shared that John said he was heading to France as he has a friend in Lille. Cain, who like Aaron was still furious, said he was going home to pack and then heading to France. Cain insisted he’s not letting his son’s murderer get away.
A gleeful Jai got one over on Caleb (Credit: ITV)
Jai knows what Caleb did in Emmerdale!
After leaving a sarcastic message on Caleb’s phone regarding work, Jai continued to do some digging.
He struck gold, and when Caleb showed up at the Depot, Jai said “finally” before launching into his discovery.
Caleb clearly wanted to be left alone, but Jai quickly had his attention when he told him he’d been checking all the dash cam footage for violations.
Jai opened his laptop and pressed play. Caleb was then faced with footage of him pushing John Sugden into the back of one of their lorries.
A smug Jai said: “I can’t think of any good reason that you would help smuggle a known murderer out of the country. Unless you’d done something very bad yourself. What do you think?… Maybe I am a winner after all.”
Caleb immediately asked Jai what he wanted, but Jai responded that he hasn’t decided yet.
Will Caleb allow Jai to have one over on him or will he find a way to get rid of him for good? He knows a good hiding place now…
Next week’s Emmerdale spoilers reveal more high drama across the village as April’s costly mistake leaves young Leo’s life hanging in the balance.
Meanwhile Robert’s mysterious new acquaintance is unmasked. But what does this mean for him and Aaron?
Elsewhere, Vinny faces a tense day in court, setting the stage for one of the soap’s most dramatic weeks yet.
Kev is looking for Robert (Credit: ITV)
1. Robert has a mystery man in Emmerdale spoilers
After receiving a mystery text, a man appears in the village, asking for directions. And he is led straight to Robert’s house.
Robert is completely shocked to see him. And once he knows nobody is watching, he allows him inside.
What’s the connection between Robert and Kev? (Credit: ITV)
When inside, it becomes clear that the mystery man is someone Robert knows from prison. But what exactly is he doing in the village?
Robert’s got some explaining to do to Victoria (Credit: ITV)
When Victoria arrives home and spots Robert and the man holding hands, she is confused because it isn’t Aaron.
Robert knows he has to tell Victoria what’s going on. But what is the truth?
April goes behind Dylan’s back to sell drugs (Credit: ITV)
2. April puts Leo’s life on the line
April continues to hide her double life from her family. But when Dylan catches her selling drugs outside a university, he is stunned.
He begs Ray to let April go, but once again Ray turns on the emotional blackmail about his big bosses. So, in the end, Dylan agrees to let April keep working.
April is consumed with guilt at the hospital (Credit: ITV)
But when she’s babysitting Leo, April abandons him to meet up with Ray. On her way she drops pills from her bag….
When she returns home she finds Leo being loaded into the back of an ambulance. Realising what’s happening, April is terrified.
Social services and the police are contacted, leading to Rhona immediately suspecting April’s involvement. And April considers confessing.
Rhona is onto April but will she confess? (Credit: ITV)
But just as she goes to tell them, she spots the police and leaves in a hurry.
Ray overhears April telling Dylan she wants to tell the truth. But will he change her mind?
Vinny gets bad news before the case (Credit: ITV)
3. Vinny confronted by Gabby in court in Emmerdale spoilers
Horrified Vinny panics when he finds out Gabby is being called as a witness for the defence. He lies to her over what the case is about and eventually he decides he can’t testify.
Mike soon arrives to intimidate Vinny, who makes a deal: keep Gabby out of it and he will testify and destroy the prosecution’s case.
Nervous Vinny takes the stand but will he tell the truth? (Credit: ITV)
However, Vinny has a plan – to tell the truth on the stand. So, when Gabby keeps questioning his behaviour, Vinny continues to lie. And Laurel reminds her she has her own secret.
Gabby’s arrival at court throws Vinny (Credit: ITV)
On the stand, Vinny is about to tell the truth about his sexuality, right as Gabby arrives with a challenging stare.
Will he continue?
Will Charity tell Mack the truth? (Credit: ITV)
4. Charity’s behaviour worries Mack
Still feeling guilty, Charity begins to act strange around Sarah. But Mack notices and questions if she’s worried that Sarah is getting too excited. However, Charity very quickly changes the subject.
Moira insists Celia make amends with Paddy (Credit: ITV)
5. Paddy’s fear of Celia worries Moira in Emmerdale spoilers
Celia frightens Paddy when she makes a cruel joke about his dog attack. But Moira tells her she needs to fix things with him and fast. Soon enough, Celia has made things right.
6. Aaron feels guilty
After everything that has happened with John, Aaron forgets Grace’s birthday. And when he realises, he instantly feels extremely guilty.
Drama grips the village in Emmerdale spoilers for next week as Liam worries about his health and reveals his cancer fears to Chas.
Elsewhere, Ruby begins to doubt Caleb’s motives when she catches him out.
Also Charity goes for the DNA test, but will she get the answers she’s been waiting for? Meanwhile, April finds herself unable to break free from Ray’s control and is sucked further in.
Here’s what Emmerdale fans can expect in the upcoming episodes.
Ruby wants answers (Credit: ITV)
1. Ruby catches Caleb up to no good
Caleb has been asked a favour and given he’s keeping it from Ruby, it can’t be good. The next day she catches him sneaking out.
She questions where he’s going – but will Caleb tell her the truth?
Pregnant Charity is crippled by her guilt (Credit: ITV)
2. Charity goes for a DNA test in Emmerdale spoilers
Guilty Charity needs answers over her baby’s paternity so goes to get a DNA test. But she has to wait a painful 10 days for the results. Will it be what she hoped?
When Chas then spots Ross and Charity clearly in cahoots over something, she gets suspicious. Is she about to uncover the truth?
Ray has April just where he wants her (Credit: ITV)
3. April can’t escape Ray
April remains unconvinced that Ray has her best interests at heart. But when she tries to talk to Ross, she doesn’t get the help she needs.
She is appalled to realise how much debt they are in but Ray tells her there is a way to get out of it quicker. Suddenly, April is interested.
Ray gives April instructions for her next job (Credit: ITV)
Ray brings her to a car park, laying out the rules of the job. When April sees a lad beaten-up, she realises the seriousness of it.
Successfully completing her demo deal, April takes a burner phone – solidifying her role as a full-time drug dealer.
Ray tries to corrupt Dylan (Credit: ITV)
4. Dylan’s happiness threatened by Ray in Emmerdale spoilers
When Ray hears Dylan got the job at the dept, he tells him they could help each other out. Later, Dylan gets a text which shows he has no escape from Ray.
Paddy is like the dad Dylan never had (Credit: ITV)
Meanwhile, delighted that Dylan wants to drive, Paddy offers him lessons. But as he manages to act as the new father figure in Dylan’s life – Ray makes his presence known.
Unable to turn him down, Dylan heads to see Ray. Dylan’s given a generous gift and is once again reminded how lucky he is to have Ray in his life.
But neither he nor April realise they are playing right into Ray’s hands.
Concerned Claudette wants Liam to get checked out (Credit: ITV)
5. Liam confesses his health issue to Chas
Liam gets Claudette to cancel his appointment after agreeing to get his waterworks checked out. Despite her pleas, he refuses to rebook it and ignores things.
However, when Manpreet spots him eeeing in his own consulting room basin, she realises something is wrong. Liam knows it’s time to face the truth.
Liam has some worrying news for Chas (Credit: ITV)
He fills Chas in on what’s been happening. However, she is heartbroken that it means he is fearing a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Will Liam be okay?
Vinny’s secret could destroy everything (Credit: ITV)
6. Vinny and Gabby both keeping secrets
Laurel notices something is up with Gabby, who is forced to confess that she cheated on Vinny before the wedding. Laurel is shocked that Gabby plans to take her secret to the grave.
Vinny’s secrets risk coming out (Credit: ITV)
Meanwhile, Vinny gets a letter about Mike. He knows if he testifies then Mike won’t be able to hurt anyone else. But it also means that Gabby might find out the truth.
Jai thinks Caleb is too casual (Credit: ITV)
Elsewhere in Emmerdale spoilers…
At the Depot, Jai and Caleb clearly have very different ways of running the business.
When Jai realises how much of a casual approach Caleb wants to take, he is left in disbelief.
Emmerdale has confirmed Mackenzie Boyd’s fate at last, and it’s clear the drama is only just beginning here.
John’s reign of terror continues to escalate next week — and now Aaron looks set to be the next victim caught in his dangerous game.
With lives on the line and tensions rising, next week’s episodes promise shocking twists that fans won’t want to miss.
John looked down at his latest victim (Credit: ITV)
Aaron found out John’s lies in Emmerdale tonight
Last week Mackenzie was attacked by John who shot him with an arrow and then smashed him with a rock. It didn’t look like he could have survived that and it was assumed he was dead and buried.
However tonight, Friday August 29, secrets were revealed – including what had really happened to Mack.
First Aaron found out from a neighbour landlord that John supposedly called was actually dead. Then he broke into the locked room and discovered it was in fact a room of John’s things from when he was a kid.
Reasling the house belonged to John, he wanted answers from his husband. John fabricated a story that his mum dying in the house tainted his memories of it. John claimed he wasn’t ready to talk about his mum as he hadn’t been able to save her from the cancer.
Mackenzie is alive in Emmerdale (Credit: ITV)
The truth about Mackenzie in Emmerdale revealed
Aaron immediately gave in and opened about Faith’s death. He also confided about Chas’ cancer and how he understood how scared John was.
John then suggested they stayed. He felt at home there and wondered if they could start afresh in the cottage together. Aaron agreed.
Later John headed back into the woods and opened a hatch into an underground bunker. And inside was none other than Mackenzie! Groggy, woozy and barely conscious, but definitely still alive.
Aaron is in terrible danger (Credit: ITV)
Aaron in danger in next week’s Emmerdale spoilers
With Mackeznie held captive in the bunker by John, Emmerdale has remained tight-lipped about what will happen to him now, other than to encourage us to watch this next chapter unfold next week.
However, we do know John has Aaron in his sights as he takes action to keep full control of his husband – which could prove fatal.
The couple return to the village and reveal they are moving to John’s place for good. Robert finds out and begs Aaron not to go, even moving in for a kiss. Aaron is obviously torn, but will he give in?
John later gets Aaron back at the cottage and wants to make sure he keeps him there. So he drugs his whiskey and is pleased when Aaron is affected by just one glass. Seizing control and fawning over looking after his husband, John has Aaron exactly where he wants him.
But when John heads out, Aaron has another glass – is he going to be okay? Or has John inadvertantly struck again and killed his husband?
Fans of Emmerdale are in for an emotional rollercoaster next week as spoilers reveal Robert Sugden shares another kiss with Aaron Dingle.
But their tender moment comes under terrifying circumstances, with Robert desperately trying to save Aaron from dangerous John, whose deadly actions have already shaken the village.
Could this reunion mark a new beginning for Robron — or the start of even more heartbreak?
Chas learns that Aaron and John are moving away for good (Credit: ITV)
Aaron starting to grow suspicious in Emmerdale spoilers
Killer John has struck again and appears to have claimed Mackenzie as his latest victim. A showdown in the woods saw John shoot Mack with an arrow then smash his head in with a rock to protect his secret.
We currently have no idea if Mack is dead or alive and being held hostage somewhere. But we do know the net is closing in on John and he’s struggling to hold it together.
Aaron and John have now left the Dales for a fresh start, but it’s clear Aaron is starting to wonder if something else is wrong here.
As next week starts, John and Aaron pop back to the village to have lunch with Chas. She’s gutted when Aaron confirms he and John are moving away for good.
However, Aaron has concerns about John’s behaviour. He tries to downplay them and pretend it’s nothing, but Chas knows her son and realises something isn’t right. Will she get to the bottom of it?
Aaron can’t resist Robert (Credit: ITV)
Robert takes action
Meanwhile, having not heard from Mack since the text John sent pretending to be him, Charity is worried about her husband. She knows they’ve got their issues and he has called time on their marriage, but she is fearful something has happened to him.
Charity decides to report his disappearance to the police, and when John finds out he panics. He makes a excuse and rushes off, which leaves Aaron even more confused. However he still doesn’t add it all up.
Victoria has also overheard Charity’s concerns about Mack and tells Robert. He too is suspicious. Vic also lets slip that Aaron and John are permanently moving into John’s childhood home, which enrages Robert.
Determined not to lose the man he loves, Robert decides it’s time to take action…
Hope for Robron? (Credit: ITV)
Robert kisses Aaron in Emmerdale spoilers
Robert arrives at Aaron’s place to find him packing up. He lays his heart on the line and begs Aaron to see he’s making a mistake by leaving with John.
The chemistry is clearly still there between the exes as Robert moves closer and tells Aaron to stop fighting his true feelings. Robert then plants a kiss on Aaron’s lips. Will this be enough to make Aaron realise who his heart really belongs with?
And with John’s next move drugging Aaron to keep him under his control, can Robert save him from John before it’s too late?
Emmerdale spoilers reveal shocking scenes ahead next week as April is caught up in Ray’s dangerous drug plot. During a tense drop, the young villager is mugged at knifepoint, leaving her shaken and fearing Ray’s anger.
The ITV soap continues to push April into the spotlight with one of her darkest storylines yet — but could this attack be just the beginning of more trouble to come in the village?
Ray has control of Dylan and April (Credit: ITV)
April and Dylan are on a dark path in Emmerdale spoilers
After weeks of trying – and failing – to break free from Ray, Dylan had finally found the courage to stand up to his dealer. He told Ray he was done with dealing drugs and wanted a fresh start.
But then everything went horribly wrong when Moira discovered he’d previously broken into her farm and threatened Kyle.
Moira took her revenge with a pitchfork and soon Dylan found himself with no one to turn to again.
Pressured by Chas and Mandy, Paddy was left with no choice but to ask Dylan to move out. It was Ray Dylan then went to as he fell back into that dark world desperate for a chance.
April is being followed and she’s terrified (Credit: ITV)
April loses Ray’s drugs when she’s held at knifepoint
Next week, Dylan is feeling the pressure again when Ray tasks him with carrying out another job. April is so desperate to help her boyfriend and keep him off the drugs himself, she decides she will take on the mission instead.
That same day, April heads off to a carpark with a rucksack full of drugs.
But as she arrives at her destination April is approached by hooded man, who demands she had over the goods. Refusing to be bullied, April stands her ground. But when the thug pulls out a knife she’s left with no choice and is forced to give him the bag.
The guy pulls a knife and April has to give in (Credit: ITV)
Shaken, April returns to the village and explains to Dylan what happened. He consoles her over the failed drugs drop and says he’s sure Ray won’t punish her for what happened.
But he knows otherwise and is sure they’re in for trouble. What will Ray say?
Dylan and April fear what Ray might do next (Credit: ITV)
Can Dylan get on the right track in Emmerdale spoilers?
April and Dylan know they must face Ray and meet up with him in the woods. April explains what happened and how she has lost his drugs.
With a debt now looking to be repaid, will Ray let them off? Or is this incident only going to drag them deeper into his dark world? Are April and Dylan truly in danger now?
It seems things look up for Dylan later in the week when Paddy finds out he never turned up at the hostel. Furious that he was bullied into kicking Dylan out, he stands up to Chas and tells Dylan he can move back home.
Angry Chas won’t allow Paddy to see Eve and demands that Liam evict them from his house. Will Liam take her side – or does he believe in second chances too?
Lewis Cope has been confirmed as Kristian Nairn’s replacement for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.
The Emmerdale actor was announced as Strictly’s newest celebrity after Game of Thrones actor Kristian withdrew from the show on medical grounds.
His big reveal was unveiled during tonight’s episode of BBC’s The One Show. It came just hours after Kristian confirmed he had pulled out of the 2025 series.
Following the announcement, Lewis said: “I’m so excited to be swapping the Dales for the dance floor and joining this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. I’ve always been a fan of the show and cannot wait to get started!”
Lewis has been announced as Kristian Nairn’s replacement (Credit: BBC)
Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Who is Lewis Cope?
Lewis Cope is a British actor who trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. He gained widespread recognition playing Nicky Milligan, the live‑in nanny in ITV’s long-running soap Emmerdale, a role he held from late 2022 into 2024.
For his role, he was nominated for the Rising Star Award at the 2023 National Television Awards, as well as Best Newcomer at the Inside Soap Awards.
Lewis’ other noteworthy roles include appearances in Vera and Doctors.
‘Never heard of him’
Following the quick announcement, fans of Strictly were left divided.
Some were relieved with the news, with one user sharing: “Amazing. He will be brilliant.”
Another echoed: “Lewis Cope joining #Strictly – another Emmerdale replacement! That’s mad and HUGE for him. So pleased for him.”
Meanwhile, some were less than impressed.
“Nope never heard of him,” one shared.
“#Strictly have replaced one person nobody’s ever heard of with another person nobody’s ever heard of,” another said.
“Who?” a third questioned.
Kristian’s Strictly exit
Just last week, Kristian Nairn was one of the final two celebrities to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing 2025. He described it as an “honour”.
The actor, from Northern Ireland, is best known for playing Hodor in Game of Thrones. He portrayed the part for six seasons of the hugely successful TV show.
Kristian also portrayed Wee John Feeney on the HBO Max series Our Flag Means Death, and he is a professional music DJ. He was previously the resident DJ of Kremlin, a gay club in Belfast.
Kristian Nairn has pulled out of Strictly on medical grounds (Credit: BBC)
But confirming his withdrawal on Thursday afternoon, Kristian said: “With a heavy heart, I have to step back from this season of Strictly Come Dancing due to unexpected medical reasons.
“I was truly looking forward to the journey, and I’m deeply sorry to disappoint anyone who was looking forward to seeing me on the dance floor. Thank you all for your support, and I will be back on my feet very soon, in every sense. Love to all, Kristian.”
Confirming his withdrawal, Sarah James, Executive Producer for BBC Studios, said: “We’ve absolutely loved getting to know Kristian in this short time, and he has all the makings of a brilliant Strictly Come Dancing contestant.
“We’re incredibly sorry to lose him from this year’s series and we all wish him a speedy recovery.”
The full celebrity line-up
Last week, the BBC confirmed 15 celebrities for Strictly Come Dancing 2025. The final three names were announced on Friday morning, including Kristian’s.
Gladiator Nitro – real name Harry Aikines-Aryeete – was the first celebrity to be announced for Strictly 2025. The professional athlete was followed by ER and Doctor Who actress Alex Kingston, Love Islander Dani Dyer and retired football Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
EastEnders’ Balvinder Sopal was next to be confirmed for the 2025 series. Balvinder joins social media influencer George Clarke. Drag Race UK’s La Voix and rugby legend Chris Robshaw were also announced. The BBC then confirmed model and actress Ellie Goldstein for the line-up.
On Thursday, Apprentice star Thomas Skinner was confirmed for Strictly during the Breakfast Show on Hits Radio. Reality star Vicky Pattison was then unveiled during ITV’s This Morning, before Neighbours legend Stefan Dennis also made his appearance on the show to confirm his signing.
TV showbiz journalist Ross King was revealed during Friday’s episode of ITV’s Lorraine. Footballer Karen Carney and Kristian’s announcements followed very quickly after on Radio 2. They had completed the line-up.
Charity takes Sarah out in a fancy car (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale spoilers: Charity and Sarah joyride
Viewers of Emmerdale will know that Sarah’s recently been feeling as though she’s missing out on what others her age are doing.
Charity recently condemned her for drinking alcohol whilst on medication, with Sarah upset over being restricted.
This evening, Charity surprises Sarah with a fancy car and takes her joyriding in it.
She hopes to give her a proper Dingle experience to raise her spirits a little bit. But, did Charity really steal the car? Or, is she lying to Sarah about how she got her hands on the fancy motor?
Charity offended Vinny (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale spoilers: Charity feels apologetic
Charity feels guilty after bringing up Vinny’s lack of sexual experience in comparison to Gabby.
She immediately regrets making the comment after realising that she’s overstepped the mark and has upset Vinny, making him feel not good enough.
But, can she apologise to Vinny? Will he forgive her for the remark?
Laurel wants to team up with Gabby
With Jai continuing to cause trouble for Laurel at The Hide, Gabby’s thrilled by Laurel’s latest news.
She brings up the idea of buying Jai’s shares in The Hide, with Gabby being left delighted by this idea.
But, will Jai find out about Laurel’s plans? Will he allow her to buy his shares in the restaurant?
It’s fair to say that soap has seen some very bizarre things happen this week, with Corrie, EastEnders and Emmerdale all giving us something to talk about.
Debbie’s makeup has caused quite the stir for fans of the Walford soap EastEnders, whilst Caleb’s eating habits became the talking point for Emmerdale viewers.
Here’s everything that made absolutely NO sense whatsoever in SoapLand this week!
Fans have turned Debbie into somewhat of an ‘icon’ (Credit: BBC)
1. Debbie’s flawless makeup
Despite being in a coma, Debbie didn’t let this stop her from serving us with those looks.
Reiss’ comatose wife’s skin was GLOWING, with Easties fans quickly becoming envious of her makeup routine.
We have no idea who was applying her makeup everyday whilst she lay in that bed, but we’re going to miss being amazed by her perfect foundation everyday.
And, this week, even in death, Debbie continued to lie there as still as anything, looking like the model that she is. Respect.
Caleb had a right feast (Credit: ITV)
2. Caleb’s whole chicken feast
Caleb could be seen enjoy a meal with Ruby in the Woolpack over in Emmerdale this week, after the police quizzed him on the fire at the car sales site.
However, his dinner choice was rather unusual… he could be seen eating a WHOLE chicken, with a side of chips.
Tucking into the chicken with his knife and fork, this pub grub scene was rather bizarre. Caleb must’ve been feeling particularly hungry that day!
Martin is actually only 39 (Credit: BBC)
3. Martin’s fake 40th birthday party
Honey surprised Martin with a birthday party on the Square in EastEnders this week to celebrate his big 4-0.
Martin was rather taken aback by the celebrations – and who could blame him? He’s actually only 39!
Despite realising that Martin’s actual wasn’t until next year, Honey and co decided to continue with the celebrations. Poor Martin had to fake being 40 for the whole thing!
Kim had no shame (Credit: ITV)
4. Kim Tate’s B&B stay
Recently, Kim moved out of HER house at Home Farm and decided to stay at the B&B to stay out of her family’s way – despite having nothing to do with the drink spiking.
This week, viewers were treated to so many scenes of Kim sitting outside of the B&B. Sometimes she was chatting to Lydia, other times she was enjoying an afternoon tea.
In what world would Kim give up the luxuries of Home Farm for the local bed and breakfast? And, then sit outside everyday to make everyone aware of her circumstances?
Jack just let Stefan into the house (Credit: ITV)
5. Jack’s lack of stranger danger awareness
On the cobbles this week, Stefan Brent turned up at Abi and Kevin’s house whilst they were out and made out that he was there to speak to Kev about a car hire.
Jack took Stefan’s word for it, not even asking for his name. And, then, when Stefan made out that the milk was off, Jack was the one to leave the house to pick up a fresh bottle.
Yes, he just left a stranger in his house, free to roam around and do whatever (in this case, steal back a burner phone.) Who does that? Did Jack never learn anything about ‘stranger danger?’
Great summer hat that is, Rose! (Credit: ITV)
6. Rose’s hat choice
Kim and Will found out about Rose’s schemes in Emmerdale and ordered her out of the village for good.
When being dropped off at the side of a country road, Rose could be seen wearing a black beanie – one you would typically wear in winter.
Rose loves to wear a good hat, but wearing this sort of headwear in AUGUST is a bit weird, right? We’ve all got the fans plugged in at home, Rose. Maybe you’d like to do the same?
In tonight’s episode of Emmerdale (Thursday, August 1), Kim and Will teamed up to order Rose out of their lives after finding out about her and Ruby’s schemes.
At the end of the episode though, Rose’s belongings were seen at the side of the road, with there being no sign of the outcast villager.
But, what’s happened to Rose? And, is she still alive? Here’s everything we know.
Rose fessed up to her schemes (Credit: ITV)
Kim and Will dealt with Rose
Over in the Dales this evening, Will told Rose that he regretted their kiss. He’s a married man and shouldn’t have done it.
Rose admitted that she wanted to make a go of being a proper family with Will but she was then interrupted with a phone call from Ruby.
Realising that Kim knew all about their schemes, Rose grabbed Will’s phone so that she could explain things before he heard it from his wife.
She then told Will that their kiss had been part of her secret scheme but she felt really bad about it. She was trapped by Ruby because she’d paid all of her debts off for her.
Kim and Will then made Rose get in their boot as they dropped her off on a country road. Will then paid Rose some money, making her phone Dawn and leave a voicemail to say that she was never coming back.
After Kim and Will drove off, another car pulled up. Then only Rose’s bag and drawing from Lucas and Clemmie could be seen on the side of the road… Rose was nowhere in sight.
Has someone killed Rose? (Credit: ITV)
Emmerdale: Is Rose Jackson dead? What’s happened to her?
Kim could be seen washing her hands shortly after leaving Rose at the side of the road. Will was also acting shifty after telling Kim that he’d been for a drive to clear his head.
Something’s happened to Rose… but, what? And, are Kim and Will involved? Or, is someone else behind Rose’s disappearance?
Later this week, spoilers reveal that PC Swirling turns up at Home Farm after concerns are raised for Rose when her handbag is found.
Next week, Dawn shares her wishes to hire a private investigator to track down her mum, making Kim and Will panic.
They then decide to send a message to Dawn’s phone, pretending to be “Rose” so that she’ll stop with the search.
But, do Kim and Will know what’s happened to Rose? Have they silenced her for good? Or, is she still alive and waiting to get her revenge?…
The Jetty star Jenna Coleman is fast becoming one of TV’s most popular and bankable TV actors, alongside the likes of Sarah Lancashire, Suranne Jones, and Katherine Jelly – all of whom started out soaps.
This week, Jenna leads the cast in BBC One detective thriller The Jetty. She plays Detective Ember Manning in the four part series set in a scenic Lancashire lake town.
When a fire tears through a property, Ember must work out how it connects to a podcast journalist investigating a missing persons cold case, and an illicit relationship between a man in his twenties and two underage girls…
It’s another unmissable performance from Jenna, who has already proved herself in The Serpent, Wilderness, Victoria, and Doctor Who.
Here’s everything you need to know about The Jetty star Jenna Coleman – who is currently pregnant with her first child – including the identity of her partner, her famous ex, and how she left Emmerdale…
Jenna Coleman as Detective Ember Manning in The Jetty (Credit: Firebird Pictures/Ben Blackall)
Who plays Detective Ember Manning in The Jetty?
Actress Jenna Coleman portrays Detective Ember Manning in new BBC One thriller The Jetty.
Ember is called to investigate a fire in a Lancashire holiday home. Somehow, the fire connects both to a true crime podcaster investigating a missing persons cold case, and an adult man’s relationship with two underage girls. Ember needs to find out how – and fast.
As Ember comes closer to finding answers, however, the case becomes entangled with her own personal life. What is the truth behind Ember’s past, present, and her hometown? And how is it all connected to a fire?
BBC One describes The Jetty as “as much a coming-of-age story as a detective thriller”, promising the series will pick up where the Me Too movement left off.
Speaking about the series, Jenna says: “Working with BBC and Firebird Pictures on bringing the complex and enigmatic character of Ember Manning to life has been an incredible experience.
“I can’t wait for everyone to meet this new heroine and to find out what’s lurking beneath the surface of The Jetty.”
What has Jenna been in? How is she famous?
From Jasmine Thomas in Emmerdale to Clara Oswald in Doctor Who, Jenna has enjoyed a steady rise to fame. She began her career in the ITV soap when she was just 19.
The young actress put drama school on hold to audition for the part and made her first appearance in 2005. At the time, she said: “I just thank my lucky stars I’ve started off in this industry with such a fantastic break.”
Jenna left the soap in to play ‘bad girl’ Lindsay James in Waterloo Road, and said playing a schoolgirl at the age of 23 was “surreal”. She subsequently landed the plum role of Clara Oswald in Doctor Who in 2012.
After she left Doctor Who, Jenna then played Queen Victoria in the ITV drama, Victoria. In 2018, she portrayed Joanna Lindsay in The Cry, before playing Marie-Andrée Leclerc in The Serpent, Johanna Constantine in The Sandman, and Liv Taylor in Wilderness.
Other notable roles include Annie Desmond in the TV series Titanic, Susan Brown in Room at the Top, Rosie in Dancing on the Edge, and Lydia Wickham in Death Comes to Pemberley. Jenna has also appeared in multiple theatre productions, including opposite Aidan Turner in Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons.
Jenna Coleman as Clara, and Peter Capaldi as The Doctor (Credit: Ray Burmiston/BBC)
Why did Jenna leave Doctor Who?
Jenna Coleman played Clara Oswald in Doctor Who, from series 7 in 2012, to series 9 in 2015. She also appeared in the series 11 episode Twice Upon a Time.
Clara was the sidekick of Peter Capaldi‘s The Twelfth Doctor. Peter played the Doctor until 2017, with his new sidekick Bill (Pearl Mackie).
It was reported that Jenna quit the much-loved sci-fi show to play Victoria in the ITV drama. However, in an interview, she said that it was a simple case of her contract ending.
She told Entertainment Weekly: “My contract was up at the end of last season, so that initiated conversations of, ‘Okay, when and how?’”
In the show, Jenna’s character Clara left the Doctor on Earth to start his adventures anew. She began traveling with Ashildr in a stolen TARDIS with the intention of one day returning to Gallifrey to meet her end, although vowing to “take the long way around”.
Was Jenna Coleman in Emmerdale?
Jenna’s very first TV role was playing Jasmine Thomas in the ITV soap Emmerdale in 2005. She stayed until 2009, after appearing in 210 episodes.
Jasmine was the niece of Ashley Thomas, and she eventually came out as a gay. In a later storyline, Jasmine started a relationship with Debbie Dingle.
Her most significant storyline was when she killed dodgy policeman Shane as he tried to rape her. His body was eventually found and, in March 2009, Jasmine was charged with manslaughter and given four years in prison. She and Debbie said their love would last forever. It didn’t.
Jenna Coleman and her boyfriend Jamie Childs are now expecting their first baby together (Credit: Jordan Crosby/SplashNews.com)
Who is the boyfriend of Jenna Coleman?
Actress Jenna Coleman is in a relationship with director Jamie Childs. The pair met whilst filming Netflix’s Sandman – a series adapted from Neil Gaiman’s popular comic book series.
Jamie and Jenna are said to have fallen for each other on the set of Netflix drama The Sandman in 2020. Jenna played occult detective Johanna Constantine in the fantasy drama, appearing in three episodes of the 11-part series. Jamie Childs directed four episodes of the show.
He’s also known for directing episodes of His Dark Materials, Willow, Lucky Man, Vera, and Doctor Who – although not episodes featuring Jenna.
In 2023, Jamie directed his girlfriend Jenna again. This time in the film Jackdaw, which he also wrote.
Is Jenna Coleman pregnant?
Actress Jenna Coleman is currently pregnant with her first baby. The Emmerdale star was first spotted cradling her growing baby bump on the red carpet in June 19.
The actress was at a celebratory dinner for the opening of Imaginary Conversations: An ERDEM Collection Inspired by Duchess Deborah at Chatsworth House. Jenna appeared to be glowing as she sported a green, black and white floral dress and smiled at the camera for a snap.
The actress previously told Harper’s Bazaar that she was in no rush to have children, stating: “Half of my friends have babies, and half don’t, so it doesn’t feel like a pressure. I want to take my time. There’s a whole lot more of the world for me to see first.”
Joking about playing Queen Victoria, who had nine children, she added: “I’d love to have children one day. But not nine of them. I can tell you that as a fact.”
The actress previously joked that she’s had experience with labour whilst playing the royal in the series Victoria. And she admitted she watched a string of episodes of reality show One Born Every Minute to prepare for the role.
Jenna quipped to Jonathan Ross on his chat show: “I have had many a labour scene now, I’m running out of noises for labour scenes. I’ve just given birth to the seventh child now. And there is still no pain relief as of yet either.”
She added: “To be honest, I find if I build up adrenaline and then don’t think about it and then watch it back, I think I sounded like a sheep on one thing that I saw back before. I’d just have loads of caffeine and then get really built up. I’m sure one day maybe if I ever give birth I’ll realise I was totally wrong.”
Did she date Victoria co-star Tom Hughes?
Jenna previously dated her Victoria co-star Tom Hughes, who played her on-screen husband Albert. The pair were in a relationship for four years.
However, the Daily Mail reported that the two had split up in 2020. A source told the newspaper that “they are trying to salvage a friendship but obviously these are trying times, and it’s not easy.
“Both Tom and Jenna are terribly sad, but the relationship ran its course. There was no third party involved.”
Prior to Tom, Jenna dated Game of Thrones and Bodyguard star Richard Madden on and off for four years. They remain friends to this day.
She also had to publicly deny rumours that she was dating Prince Harry before he met Meghan Markle.
How old is Jenna? Where is she from?
Jenna-Louise Coleman was born on April 27, 1986, in Blackpool, Lancashire.
She is currently 38 years of age.
The actress attended Arnold School in Blackpool, and was subsequently offered a place to study English at the University of York. However, she turned it down in order to accept the role of Jasmine Thomas in Emmerdale.
Next week, Mandy confronts an intruder and soon realises that Ella has returned to collect her things. Mandy feels torn as she watches Ella leave. Will she give her another chance?
2. Ella’s car accident horror
With Liam vowing to remain single despite Manpreet’s attempts to matchmake him with Chas, Ella soon gets herself into some trouble.
Sam calls for an ambulance after realising that there’s been a crash on a country road… and Ella’s card is involved. Will she be okay?
Emmerdale spoilers: 3. Rhona’s tattoo causes a stir
Rhona shows off her new tattoo to Marlon and the rest of the Woolpack punters. What has she had inked on her? And, how will Marlon react?
4. Vanessa’s jealous of Mandy
Vanessa’s jealous of Mandy and Rhona’s newfound friendship. Will she speak to Rhona about her upset?
Emmerdale spoilers: 5. A Dingle punch-up
With Samson confessing the truth about the stabbing, Sam’s livid with the situation.
Sam soon has it out with Cain in the Woolpack and ends up punching him. Will Cain fight back?
6. Robbo corners Matty
With Matty’s time in prison continuing, Robbo waits for Matty in his cell and starts making violent threats towards him. Is Matty in danger?
7. Rose makes a move
With Rose continuing with her plan, Will almost sees her updating Ruby but she manages to cover.
Rose then tries to kiss Will but he pushes her away as Rose panics that he’ll report back to Kim.
She’s not impressed when Will suggests to Kim that she packs her bags and move out of Home Farm.
8. Rose tries to spike Will’s drink
After setting a horse loose, Rose then meets up with a dealer and is given some tranquiliser whilst awaiting further instructions.
She starts to feel slightly guilty about her plan though when Dawn calls her ‘mum’ for the first time.
Following through with her plan, Rose goes to spike Will’s drink. However, two more drinks are poured and she loses track of which glass has been spiked.
Will she fess up to her schemes before someone takes a sip of the drink that’s been tampered with?
Emmerdale spoilers: 9. Tom makes Belle feel guilty
Tom continues to manipulate Belle and makes her feel guilty about terminating their baby.
He secretly continues to plot their move to a remote part of Wales as she distances his wife further away from her family.
10. Laurel and Jai break divorce news to the kids
Jai reckons that he and Laurel can patch things up but he’s taken aback when she discusses telling the kids about their divorce.
Soon enough, the kids are informed about Laurel and Jai’s broken marriage.
11. Back to Holdgate!
Once the news has been broken, Laurel tells Jai to move back to Holdgate.
Jai wants to take Archie with him though, upsetting Jai. Despite Laurel’s sadness, Jai and Archie prepare to move out of her home.
