Emmerdale enthusiasts are convinced that the ITV soap has "confirmed" the manner in which Tom King will face his downfall, involving two characters permanently leaving the show.
James Chase, who joined the cast just over a year ago, is expected to make his exit later in 2024 in typical dramatic style, according to insiders.
Fans believe the soap has lent credibility to these reports, as villains in soaps rarely find redemption and are usually killed off or imprisoned.
This suggests an "expiry date" for characters like abusive Tom, who has been manipulating and assaulting his wife Belle Dingle for months.
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