Emmerdale's Lisa Riley shares poignant Zak Dingle funeral details viewers won't see

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Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has shared poignant details about the filming of Zak Dingle's funeral as news of his death is set to hit the beloved family.

The much-loved character's death comes following the real-life passing of actor Steve Halliwell. The soap star, famed for playing the Dingle patriarch, died in December.

A statement issued on December 15, 2023, confirmed Steve had died while surrounded by his family at the age of 77 and after 29 years of service on the ITV soap.

They said: "It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that Emmerdale can confirm that Steve Halliwell, our beloved Zak Dingle, has peacefully passed away. READ MORE: Stacey Solomon says 'don't worry' as she addresses changed appearance after 'best birthday' "All our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones through this very difficult time, and we’d request that their privacy is respected as they grieve for his loss." Emmerdale fans may know Dingle family first appeared on screen in 1994.