ITV Emmerdale's Zoe Henry on why Rhona won't become a Dingle like her real-life husband

Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick has revealed the gender of her second child during a joint appearance on Loose Women with her wife. The actress, who plays Vanessa Woodfield in the ITV soap, appeared on the ITV chat show with Kate Brooks to discuss their impending arrival.

Warning: This story contains spoilers for Emmerdale.Emmerdale is building up to a major event in the coming months, as the show kicks off its 50th anniversary celebrations. ITV bosses have already confirmed that the show will deliver some of the most dramatic storylines in years, as a storm is rolling into town.

Emmerdale actor Jeff Hordley has admitted feeling “saddened” at his co-star's exit from the soap.Jeff, 52, is best known as the Dales character Cain Dingle on the hit ITV show, with the character currently enduring a difficult time after his mum Faith Dingle was diagnosed with terminal cancer.Faith initially kept her tragic diagnosis a secret from the family, but later told her children leaving them devastated.READ NEXT: Emmerdale backstage secrets - Plastic food, real graves, tributes and spelling errors Emmerdale bosses have now confirmed that the storyline will see actress Sally Dexter depart the show in special 50th anniversary episodes with Cain playing a key role in the plot. Executive producer Jane Hudson told the Liverpool Echo: “At the start of the month, we will be focusing on our Faith storyline, which is a huge storyline for us at the moment.”Jeff then followed by admitting his devastation at the departure.

Emmerdale fans have hit out at the soap, claiming it has gone 'too far' with its latest scenes. The ITV soap was back on-screen in its 7.30pm slot on Tuesday night (August 9) and the latest love triangle to hit the Yorkshire village continued.

Emmerdale star Jeff Hordley has revealed he is "saddened" after details concerning co-star Sally Dexter's exit from the hit soap were recently unveiled. Jeff, 52, who portrays Cain Dingle in the ITV soap, branded his on-screen mum Sally, 62, "brilliant" as it was revealed that her character Faith Dingle will be leaving Emmerdale later this year.

Emmerdale Cain Dingle actor Jeff Hordley has teased that viewers will be saying goodbye to a major character during the soap's 50th anniversary celebration.The ITV soap, which began in 1972, will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a whole month of stories this October, which bosses said will "make you laugh, make you cry, make you surprised and stunts that are going to rock your world."Speaking exclusively to Daily Star and other press, Jeff has revealed that his character Cain will have a huge role to play as viewers say goodbye to fan favourite Faith Dingle - following her diagnosis with terminal cancer.READ NEXT: Emmerdale backstage secrets - Plastic food, real graves, tributes and spelling errorsHe said: "My character is involved in the Faith storyline, so there's all this going on. "I'm personally saddened to be losing the brilliant Sally Dexter, but it will give us some great stories going forward."Speaking about the storyline, which has seen Faith receive palliative treatment in recent weeks, Executive Producer Jane Hudson added: "The Faith story, which is such an emotional, heartbreaking story, is going to be huge across our 50th."I think everyone involved in that story is pulling out some of the most spectacular performances I have seen in soap for a long time."She also explained that the Faith's death will also open the month of episodes that mark Emmerdale's 50th anniversary."As we start the month, we will be focusing on our Faith storyline, which is a huge storyline for us at the moment.

The village of Emmerdale will not be the same again from October onwards as a wind storm is set to shake up life in the Dales for every single resident. As fans know, the ITV soap's 50th anniversary is edging closer and there's set to be a month's worth of dramak with one very dramatic episode in amongst it all.

Emmerdale, as fans predict an "explosive" twist for the couple.Next week's episode featuring the highly anticipated wedding of Marlon and Rhona teases that the affair could soon be revealed, after Chas and Al sneak away for a steamy session during the reception. During a special preview for press ahead of the Emmerdale 50th anniversary celebrations launch, the episode showed Chas lying to husband Paddy Kirk about feeling unwell, before meeting Al at his house.READ NEXT: Emmerdale fans point out major David blunder as he leaves village after nasty accidentHowever, Cain turns up unexpectedly to collect Leo's tablet from the house - and nearly walks in on Chas and Al.Chas hides around the corner, but Cain is already suspicious that Al is cheating on Kerry and tells him to "pass on his condolences" to her after he spots two champagne glasses on the table.The episode seems to point towards Cain discovering the affair between Al and Chas - but how will this affect the siblings' relationship? And will this reignite Al and Cain's feud?Fans have already predicted that the affair revelation will be an "explosive" moment for the villagers - with others predicting that the affair will spark a row between Cain, Chas and Al.They said: "There hasn't been a really good affair storyline in a soap in ages, but this Al and Chas one is going to be so explosive when it all comes out.""Hope her and Al are found out.

Adam Thomas has revealed he's "fuming" over his Emmerdale pal Danny Miller's wedding.The Adam Barton actor, 33, attended Danny's nuptials last month. The reigning I'm a Celebrity...

A TRAGIC drug overdose storyline is about to unravel as cocaine addict Leyla becomes entangled with dealer Callum... Leyla Cavanagh has been floating in and out of a drug induced downward spiral over the last few months, but her addiction gets the best of her when she finds herself trapped in a sticky situation. Dealer Callum threatens "bad things" to happen to her if she loses his drugs, she feels trapped and alone, and turns to a spare bag of cocaine for relief.

Leyla Cavanagh 's struggle with cocaine appears to be edging closer and closer to devastating consequences. After agreeing to stash dealer Callum's drugs in her office, Leyla was horrified to find out they were stolen.

Adam Thomas has said he is 'fuming' over his friend Danny Miller's wedding - but not in a serious way. The actor was an usher for his former Emmerdale co-star when he tied the knot last month.

Leyla Cavanagh is currently on a downward spiral as she continues to be in denial about her drug addiction in Emmerdale. The wedding planner has denied she has a problem for months after her party pal Suzy Metron encouraged her to stop and get help.

Chrissy Teigen has announced she is expecting a 'miracle' baby with husband John Legend. The American model, 36, announced the news on Instagram on Wednesday (August 4), which comes two years after she sadly suffered a miscarriage.

It's been a rocky year so far for Marlon Dingle and Rhona Goskirk but they're heading for a particularly bright spot as they finally say 'I Do'. Emmerdale fans will see the couple exchange vows in scenes to air next week - and it's set to be emotional.

Emmerdale star Zoe Henry has revealed that she didn’t want her character Rhona Goskirk to take the last name Dingle as she did not want to share the same surname as her real-life husband’s character. The actress is married to Cain Dingle actor Jeff Hordley away from the soap, and the couple share two children. On-screen, her character Rhona is preparing to marry Marlon Dingle in emotional scenes set to air on the soap next week.

Emmerdale fans couldn't help but spot a problem as David Metcalfe appears to be heading out of the village once more. During Tuesday night's edition of the ITV soap (August 2), viewers watched as the shop owner received a worrying phone call.

Actor Danny Miller shed tears of joy after marrying his childhood sweetheart Steph Jones in a star-studded ceremony in Cheshire. The happy couple said 'I do' at Nunsmere Hall Hotel in Tarporley before 140 of friends and family, including Danny's former Emmerdale co-stars and their adorable nine month old son Albert.

Emmerdale fans were once again shouting at their telly as Leyla Cavanagh's destructive behaviour continued. Viewers of the ITV soap know all about the wedding planner's drug addiction, even though she's not admitting she has a problem.

Emmerdale's Zoe Henry has revealed she did not want Rhona to become a Dingle, as she did not want the same surname as her real-life hubby's character.Zoe Henry is married to Cain Dingle actor Jeff Hordley away from the Dales, with whom she has two children.However on-screen, her character Rhona Goskirk is preparing to marry Marlon Dingle in upcoming scenes due to air next week.READ NEXT: Emmerdale's Marlon and Rhona wedding day chaos as tragic health battle strikesSpeaking exclusively to Daily Star and other press, Zoe has now revealed that she did not want Rhona to take on the Dingle surname for a very personal reason, saying: "I said, 'Don't want to be a Dingle."I don't want to be the same surname in the show as my real husband is. Anyway, my wish has come true as she doesn't become a Dingle."Reflecting on Rhona's previous marriages to Paddy Kirk and Pierce Harris, she said that not changing the character's name to Dingle was also fitting for Rhona, saying: "I thought long and hard about this, because she's never changed her name.

Emmerdale is set for emotional scenes as Marlon Dingle walks down the aisle at his wedding to Rhona Goskirk. Earlier this year, Marlon had a life-threatening stroke in heartbreaking episodes with the ITV soap working closely with the charity, Stroke Association, to give a "realistic and authentic depiction" of his journey. Marlon has continued to make huge progress in his recovery with help from physiotherapist Kit and in the upcoming scenes he emotionally fulfils his wish of walking down the aisle as a surprise for partner Rhona.