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Emmerdale star and her partner, producer Kate Brooks, who she shares a son with, were worried to the point where “police have had to be called".Back in May, Michelle highlighted her and Kate’s ordeal after being subjected to “horrific” trolling online over their relationship.She told OK! Magazine: “We’ve had a bit of trolling over the last few years.“And there have been certain times when police have had to be called because there have been death threats.“When they’re mentioning your son’s name and you’re just going ‘Really? I’m just in a soap you know – we’re not doing any harm to anybody.”Recently, the Vanessa Woodfield actress appeared to ramp up security measures in her home as she took to social media to thank the security company that had installed the equipment.In view of her 125,000 Instagram followers, Michelle recommended the specialists to anyone in the area looking for a similar service.She said: “Just wanted to say what fantastic service we have had from the very first phone call to the end result.“Anyone local to the Leeds/Wakefield area who needs any security solutions then look no further than @msc.security.solutions.”Clarifying she hadn’t been paid to promote the service, Michelle went on: “This was a fully paid for job, not a paid ad.“I just wanted to post because they were fabulous.”Michelle revealed she was gay nine years ago while she was with her previous partner, music teacher Rosie Nicoll.The pair were married but eventually called off their marriage in 2017.Michelle has previously exposed the vile messages she received on social media from trolls.While challenging them to reveal their identity, the TV star said she had been called a "d**e" and a "l**bo brat" by one user.She later took to Twitter

Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick has called in extra security at her countryside mansion following a string of homophobic death threats.Michelle, who plays Vanessa Woodfield in the ITV soap, opened up about the horrific abuse earlier this year that took aim at her sexuality and left her fearing for her safety. The star admitted she had to call in police to ensure her and her wife, Emmerdale producer Kate Brooks and their two-year-old son, Edward, felt safe, in their own home.

Another shared: "Wow Moira and Faith. Sally and Natalie are just brilliant together…they bring so much emotion to their scenes…poor Faith but such a weight for Moira to have to bear." A third echoed: "I am gonna be gutted when Faith dies, she’s my fave character."Meanwhile a fourth added: "Faith and Moira scenes," followed by a love heart.Faith, played by actress Sally Dexter has been an integral part of the soap since she joined in 2017.It is believed Faith final scenes will air in October during Emmerdale's special episode to celebrate the soaps 50th birthday.Talking about her departure, actor Jeff Hordley, who plays Faith's son Cain Dingle, previously said: "I'm personally saddened at losing the brilliant Sally Dexter, but it will give us some great stories going forward, so I look forward to that.

Emmerdale's Michelle Hardwick has shared a number of loved-up photos with her wife Kate Brooks as they celebrate their third wedding anniversary.The soap actress, 46, tied the knot with her TV producer wife back in 2019 with a stunning ceremony at Graceland, Memphis.The TV star is currently pregnant with their second child and is due to give birth in December, but took the time to post a number of throwback pics to Instagram to celebrate the anniversary. Michelle also shared a snap of the couple on the day of their child Teddy's birth, in a heartfelt post to her social media page.

EMMERDALE star Michelle Hardwick has posted an emotional tribute as she celebrates her third wedding anniversary with Kate Brooks. The actress took to Instagram with a series of sweet snaps from throughout their relationship as she gushed over her "beautiful wife". Michelle, 46, who plays Vanessa Woodfield on the soap, could be seen smiling and holding hands with her wife Kate, 40, in a throwback snap from their wedding in 2019.

EMMERDALE actor Jeff Hordley teased possible "goodbye" to iconic character Cain Dingle during 50th anniversary later "this year." Jeff, 52, has played Cain for over two decades on the ITV soap. Cain is currently part of an emotional storyline about his mother Faith Dingle who has terminal cancer.

Emmerdale is scheduled to celebrate its 50th anniversary this autumn and there's some huge storylines planned for the memorable episodes. There's already been a few hints dropped while some plot twists have been confirmed by bosses at the hit ITV soap, which first landed on screens back in 1972. Three iconic characters, Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller), Diane Sudgen (Elizabeth Estensen) and Tracy Metcalfe (Amy Walsh), will all be making a return to the show, just in time for a "massive storm" which will wreck havoc on the village.

SOAP star Emily Symons teases a possible return to The Dales ahead of Emmerdale 50th anniversary in October this year. Aussie actress currently plays Marilyn Chambers in Home and Away - but Emmerdale fans remember her as Louise Appleton.

Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick has revealed the gender of her unborn baby. The 46 year old, who is currently pregnant with her second child, shared the update as she appeared on Loose Women on Wednesday with her wife Kate Brooks.The pair have been married three years and became parents for the first time when they welcomed their son Teddy in October 2020 through IVF.

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.

Danny Miller has confirmed that he will be returning to Emmerdale for the soap’s upcoming 50th anniversary. The ITV soap's massive anniversary celebrations will feature a huge storm and the shock return of three popular characters, including Danny’s character Aaron Dingle.

Emmerdale bosses have hinted that there could be a murder during the soap's 50th anniversary celebrations - with many fans predicting that convicted serial killer Meena Jutla could return.The ITV soap, which began in 1972, will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a whole month of stories this October, including a massive storm that is set to "rip through the village and absolutely leave a massive trail of destruction in its wake."Speaking exclusively to Daily Star and other press, Emmerdale producers Jane Hudson and Kate Brooks were asked if the storm could potentially cover up a murder.READ NEXT: Emmerdale backstage secrets - Plastic food, real graves, tributes and spelling errorsJane and Kate both agreed that the storm could cover up a crime, and hinted that a murderer could be on the loose during the 50th anniversary celebrations.Jane said: "There is always potential for a murder in Emmerdale. It is famous for its murders.

EMMERDALE will welcome back a huge star to the screen for their 50th anniversary week at the end of this year. Emmerdale bosses have revealed huge spoilers for the 50th anniversary including major returns.

Emmerdale bosses have started dropping some major hints about what viewers can expect when the soap turns 50 later this year. The Yorkshire-based hit show will celebrate its anniversary this October, but sadly, it won't be an entirely joyous occasion for the characters, as the village will be hit by a gigantic story. Speaking to OK!, the ITV soap's executive producer Jane Hudson also revealed some of the storylines which will be affected by the drama, promising that the Dales will "never be the same again".

Emmerdale bosses have revealed that its "best loved villagers" will be in danger when a storm rips through the village during the 50th anniversary month.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, Producer Kate Brooks revealed that the anniversary week will focus on a "massive storm", which will "rip through the village and absolutely leave a massive trail of destruction in its wake."READ NEXT: Emmerdale backstage secrets - Plastic food, real graves, tributes and spelling errorsShe also hinted that fan favourites will be in danger, adding: "Some of our best loved villagers will be in peril and it is safe to safe that the village won't be the same after this - and it won't be the same again, because the impact this storm has on people's lives is just massive."Although storms have featured in Emmerdale before, resulting in the death of characters including Tricia Dingle, soap bosses said the 50th anniversary stunt has elements no one has "seen on a soap drama before."Executive Producer Jane Hudson also added that one big storm will focus on Nate, Sam and Belle, saying: "One element in particular, trust me, nobody has done and no other soap could do it, apart from Emmerdale because of where we are."She added: "One of the things we were very keen to do was to make sure our storm was in the daytime, so the whole storm takes place in one day, across about three or four episodes. "It's all in daytime.

EMMERDALE is turning 50 – and serious winds of change are afoot. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as a huge storm puts terrified residents in mortal peril and destroys part of the village.

Emmerdale bosses have finally revealed what fans can expect from the soap's huge 50th anniversary this year – revealing that three characters will be returning to the village especially. Speaking to OK! and and other reporters, the ITV soap's executive producer Jane Hudson said of the celebrations: "We have got every story imaginable. "We've got things that are going to make you laugh, make you cry, make you surprised, and stunts that are going to rock your world.

Emmerdale is set for dramatic storylines in special episodes for the soap’s upcoming 50th anniversary that will leave the village forever changed, bosses have exclusively revealed. The Yorkshire-based soap will celebrate its big anniversary throughout the entire month of October, showcasing a series of episodes that will focus on the programme’s most beloved and iconic characters. Emmerdale bosses told OK! and other reporters that the village will “never be the same again” after a massive storm takes place within anniversary month, leaving characters hugely impacted by the event.

Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick has announced she's pregnant with her second child. The actress, who plays Vanessa Woodfield in the ITV soap, took to social media to reveal the happy news that she and wife Kate Brooks were to become mums again alongside an adorable snap.

Emmerdale actress Michelle Hardwick has announced she's pregnant with her second child.The 46-year-old soap star is already a proud mum to her young son Teddy, whom she shares with her Emmerdale producer wife Kate Brooks.However, she was delighted to announce the pair are welcoming a gorgeous new baby to their brood, meaning they'll soon be a family of four.READ MORE: Emmerdale Michelle Hardwick's life - co-star romance, split heartbreak and trolling hellMichelle took to Instagram on Thursday (July 21) to share the exciting baby update with her fans - where she admitted she could almost fit a mug of tea on her blossoming bump.She shared an adorable snap of little Teddy smiling by a large TV screen which had the words: "COMING THIS WINTER... Baby Brooks #2."It seemed the beaming youngster was rather excited become an older brother.The exciting baby update was playfully displayed in huge pink letters, just like a trailer for a new blockbuster film.She wrote in the caption: "We are super excited about our gorgeous news! I’m 20 weeks today and can almost rest a cup of tea on my bump."Michelle's famous friends and fans were overjoyed by the actor's news as they celebrated in the comments.Her Emmerdale co-star Lisa RIley, who plays Mandy Dingle on the Dales, said: "FINALLY!!! I can tell my Dad and Brother now.

Emmerdale star Michelle Hardwick has taken to Twitter to announce that she and her wife Kate Brooks are expecting their second child. Michelle, 46, who played Vanessa Woodfield on the hit ITV show, revealed that she is five months pregnant as her thrilled followers flocked to congratulate her.Michelle shared the happy news with her 117,000 followers by sharing a sweet snap of her son.She wrote: "We are super excited about our gorgeous news!"20 weeks today and I can almost rest a cup of tea on my bump! #big brother."The star posted an adorable picture of her son, Teddy, looking excited as a screen behind him read: "COMING THIS WINTER...