Lucy Pargeter: Last News

Emmerdale is set for a tragic Valentine's Day as 17 characters are involved in two limo crashes that puts the lives of nine villagers in danger of leaving the Dales.

Lisa Riley, who has been lighting up our screens as the formidable Mandy Dingle on Emmerdale for nearly three decades, is gearing up to celebrate this remarkable tenure. In an exclusive heart-to-heart with OK!, she shares that following the heartbreaking loss of her friend and Strictly co-star Robin Windsor last year, she's turned to therapy – a step she hadn't taken even after the death of her dear mother Cath from secondary breast cancer in 2012, when she was just 58. As an ambassador for Breast Cancer Now, Lisa, who has recently recorded an emotional podcast with the charity, has learned she might have the altered BRCA gene, heightening her risk for certain cancers.

Emmerdale's Lucy Pargeter, who has been playing the role of Chas Dingle since 2002, is a familiar face on the popular ITV soap. The 47-year-old actress has been involved in numerous dramatic storylines over the years, including the recent tragic limo frozen lake crash that resulted in the death of three characters.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has warned fans that 'no one gets out unscathed' in the upcoming limo crash scenes.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has warned fans to have their 'hands on their knickers' as the ITV soap airs the limo crash that will see at least 16 villagers in danger.

Emmerdale favourite Lucy Pargeter told fans to 'enjoy' as she dropped a major clue about the upcoming car crash stunt that will see several villagers' lives at risk.

An Emmerdale Dingle might just make a sensational comeback from beyond the grave in what could be a monumental plot twist.

Emmerdale viewers are worried for the safety of Liam Cavanagh after his ex-partner Ella Forster, played by Paula Lane, seems to have developed an obsession with him.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has opened up about her journey to becoming the much-loved Chas Dingle on the ITV soap, revealing that she had previously auditioned for two other roles.

Emmerdale's Chas Dingle, played by Lucy Pargeter, might be heading towards a surprise pregnancy storyline, but viewers are convinced that Liam Cavanagh isn't the father.

Emmerdale fans were quick to point out a significant error in a recent episode of the popular ITV soap.

Adam Thomas was among those emotionally reacting to the latest Emmerdale scenes in which it was confirmed the much-loved Zak Dingle had passed away, coinciding with the loss of actor Steve Halliwell last December.

Emmerdale have released a trailer teasing the death of three characters following a dramatic explosion in the village.The ITV soap has revealed that Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) is at the centre of the disaster.The viewers have a lot of drama ahead as Moira’s recent unusual behaviour sparks a disastrous chain of events when her husband Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) confronts her. Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter) and Tracy Robinson's (Amy Walsh) relationship appears to be back on track, but will it crumble before their fresh start can even commence? There's also escalating tension between Tom (James Chase) and Belle King (Eden Taylor-Draper) as his abuse intensifies, with Tom "tightening his emotional grip" on his ex-wife.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has teased she’s engaged to her boyfriend of two years.The star caught the attention of fans as she shared a clip on Instagram with a huge diamond ring on her wedding finger. Although showing off the ring wasn’t the intention of the clip, the huge rock was unmissable as Lucy, who plays Chas Dingle in the ITV soap proceeded to unwrap a painting.The 47-year-old has kept the identity of her partner a secret, and has not officially announced she’s engaged. OK! has reached out to Lucy Pargeter's representatives for comment.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has been told she 'doesn't age' as she gave a glimpse at her previous career before becoming known for playing Chas Dingle in the ITV soap.

Alison Hammond took to social media to urge people to 'be kind' following a cruel online troll. Someone hit out at the Bake Off host calling her a 'nasty piece of work'.

Alison Hammond has hit back at some cruel comments after she was targeted by social media trolls. Writing on X, formerly Twitter, one individual wrote: "I imagine @AlisonHammond is a real nasty piece of work now, started to beleive her own hype #gbbosu2c #SUTC #GBBO." Responding to this, the TV presenter wrote: "Why is that I’ll be having a lovely day and then someone who doesn’t know from Adam writes such nasty message.

Emmerdale favourites Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt) and Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) could be hearing the sound of wedding bells soon as Paddy is set to propose in the episode airing on Wednesday 27 March.Their relationship has been rocky recently with Paddy sharing a kiss with his soon to be ex-wife Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter). However, that drama is just a drop in the ocean compared to what the couple has been through from affairs to awful betrayals and second chances. It all started in 1997 when Paddy arrived in the Emmerdale village - where Mandy had been living since 1995, and she pretty much fell in love with him straight away.

Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter has spoken about her future on the ITV soap as her character Chas Dingle faces a breast cancer diagnosis. Chas recently discovered she has the faulty BRCA2 gene after being told she has breast cancer earlier this year.

Emmerdale's Lucy Pargeter, who plays Chas Dingle, has spoken out about her character's recent breast cancer diagnosis, having the faulty BRCA2 gene, and the decision to have a double mastectomy.The storyline has left some fans worried that Lucy might be leaving the show, just like her on-screen mum Faith Dingle (Sally Dexter) did during Super Soap Week after her own cancer diagnosis. However, Lucy has reassured viewers that she has no plans to leave Emmerdale, saying she'd have to be forced to step away from the role as she said: "I'll stay as long as they'll have me." She told MyWeekly magazine: "I don't think I will ever make the decision to leave myself.They'll have to write me out, but even then they'd have to drag me out kicking and screaming! I've got a job that I love and I'll stay as long as they'll have me." Lucy also shared how emotional it was to film such a significant storyline, admitting she ended up "welling up" over the scenes.

Emmerdale landlady Chas Dingle is one of soap's biggest and bravest characters - so her new breast cancer storyline is an emotional wrench for actress Lucy Pargeter. On screen, Chas learns her cancer is caused by the faulty BRCA2 gene and that her children Aaron (Danny Miller) and Eve could have inherited it. Filming the scenes has taught Lucy a lot about breast cancer – and she hopes that by default, it teaches viewers about the symptoms of breast cancer too and what to look out for.