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Emmerdale’s Sandra Flaherty might not be all she’s pretending to be – in more ways than one.Liv’s mum came back on the scene earlier this year intending to swindle her daughter out of her inheritance money, and has been working on splitting up her marriage to Vinny Dingle ever since.With Sandra determined to get her daughter back on the booze after months of fighting to stay sober, fans are desperate for someone to expose her cruel plot.READ MORE: Emmerdale’s Mack mystery partner ‘confirmed’ – threesome twist and ‘not a woman’But things might not be all as they seem, as eagle-eyed viewers think they’ve rumbled a key DNA twist which could throw another spanner in the works.Some fans have suggested that Sandra isn’t Liv’s biological mother at all, and has just been posing as such to get closer to her.Taking to Facebook, one user wrote: “Don’t know if this is the truth but I heard a while back that Aaron comes back and exposes Sandra as she’s not really Liv’s mum!”Another quickly agreed: “Yes, Aaron susses her out trying to fleece his sister. Can’t wait for her to leave!”Someone else posted: “Oh wow, I hope it’s true – can’t wait for that!”Meanwhile, it has also been suggested by some soap sleuths that Sandra could instead be biologically related to Vinny as well as Liv, making her even more determined to split them up to avoid any incest.Vinny was raised by his dad Paul Ashdale, with his adoptive mum Mandy meeting him when he was just nine months old and raising him as her own.

Actor Reece Dinsdale is no stranger to soaps. He not only played Emmerdale's villainous Paul Ashdale, until the character was killed off in an explosion back in 2021, but he also starred in Coronation Street, where he played Michelle Keegan's on-screen father, Joe McIntyre. And the star once admitted he wouldn't have made his way on to the Cobbles if it hadn't have been for Michelle's acting skills.

Since first making her Emmerdale debut back in 1995 as Mandy Dingle, actress Lisa Riley has quickly cemented her place in soap history of one of the show’s most beloved stars. Well known for her bubbly personality and infectious joy, Mandy has been at the heart of some of Emmerdale’s most thrilling storylines over the past three decades, including her on-off again romance with Paddy Kirk, and the surprising revelation that she had adopted her son Vinny, while in a relationship with Vinny’s abusive dad Paul Ashdale.

Emmerdale star Reece Dinsdale has returned to the hit ITV soap albeit in a slightly different role.The actor, 63, is best known for playing villain Paul Ashdale with the character killed off in 2021 and he has since been working as a on-off director behind-the-scenes. Reece has been working on the most recent storyline involving Dan Spencer, played by Liam Fox, as the ITV soap explores how one punch has the potential to kill. Speaking to Digital Spy recently, Dan star Liam, 53, praised Reece's "passionate" directing.

ITV soap Emmerdale is known for its explosive weddings, with previous twists including kidnaps and deadly storms. So it comes as no surprise that Charity Dingle and Mackenzie Boyd’s nuptials will be anything but smooth sailing.To celebrate the upcoming wedding, OK! was lucky enough to travel to the Yorkshire Dales to learn everything about the dramatic will-they-won't-they ceremony, as well as have a sneak peek at filming.

A former Emmerdale and Coronation Street actor is said to be so skint that he hasn't got ‘a pot to p**s in’ after he was axed from both soaps.

Coronation Street icons haunt the set, to former EastEnders stars speaking out about their paranormal encounters, and former stars' presences being felt on the Emmerdale set, there have been reports of spooky goings-on throughout the years.READ NEXT: Yvette Fielding terrified by ping pong poltergeist as spirit 'pushed her to limit'As Halloween fast approaches, Daily Star takes a closer look at the stories from supposedly haunted soap sets.Emmerdale Paul Ashdale actor Reece Dinsdale has claimed that the soap's set is haunted by his former co-star John Thaw.Reece and John starred alongside one another in the ITV comedy Home to Roost, which was filmed at the very same studios as Emmerdale.Speaking to Daily Star, Reece is now convinced that Insepector Morse John still walks the corridors of the studios, saying: "Sometimes I walk down the corridors at the Emmerdale studios and I just remember these were the same hallways where John and I walked 30 years ago while filming every episode of Home To Roost."There are definitely ghosts. It feels like another lifetime.

Emmerdale fans are convinced they've worked out the identity of Vinny Dingle's biological mother in what could be a huge incest twist.Vinny was raised by his dad Paul Ashdale, with his adoptive mum Mandy meeting him when he was just nine months old and raising him as her own. But it has been confirmed that she isn't his biological mum.And now fans have spotted a key clue that could mean that his mother-in-law Sandra Flaherty is really related to him.READ MORE:Emmerdale Amelia’s baby daddy identity theories as fans 'work out' father is not SamsonSandra has been determined to split Vinny and wife Liv up to swindle her daughter out of her inheritance, with Sandra pushing Gabby and Vinny closer together until Monday's episode saw them tucked in an embrace.She relied on Liv's asexuality in an attempt to convince Vinny Liv isn't enough for him, but he admitted that while he's still a virgin and does think about sex, he's the "luckiest man in the world" to have Liv.Now fans think there could be a secondary reason for Sandra's desperation to split them up – that she's actually Vinny's biological mother, and worried that if they do seal the deal it could result in incest.

Emmerdale's Reece Dinsdale has announced his return to Coronation Street — 12 years after his character was killed off the cobbles.Taking to Twitter earlier this week, Reece, 62, who played Joe McIntyre on the ITV soap, tweeted: "I start #Corrie for real tomorrow. Proper grown-up meeting with the script team over in Manchester.

Coronation Street star Reece Dinsdale - who rose to fame as villain Joe McIntyre on the ITV cobbles - has announced his soap return, 12 years after his character was killed off.Joe was the father of the late Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, and was known for his romance with Gail Platt on the street while Tina was dating David.He first entered Soapland in 2008, and became known as a Corrie villain after his mounting debts led to bouts of theft and rivalries with others in Weatherfield.Along with a painkiller addiction, Joe eventually decided to fake his death in 2010 by disappearing in a canoe out to sea in order to get the insurance money, but ended up drowning instead, with his body later identified by Tina. After leaving Corrie, Reece went on to play another reviled soap villain and took on the role of Paul Ashdale in Emmerdale: Vinny’s abusive father, who was eventually killed in a van crash involving Jimmy King.

Emmerdale actress updated her 60,000 Twitter followers on her health scare, as she thanked the NHS for looking after her.Samantha, 50, said she was in hospital after needing urgent medical treatment and would be "home soon".She wrote on Twitter: “Huge thank you to all the wonderfully caring staff at @LiverpoolWomens for looking after me today.“#NHS [heart emoji] I’m fine and I’ll be home soon.” (sic)Samantha has played recurring character Bernice Blackstock in Emmerdale since 1998.Plenty of her fans and followers took to Twitter to wish the actress a speedy recovery.Reece Dinsdale, who played the villainous Paul Ashdale on the ITV soap, commented: “Speedy recovery, Samantha!”Rachel Deackes added: “What ever it is/was make sure you rest up and get better soon.”Emma Bispham wrote: “Wishing you a speedy recovery darling Sam. “Thank goodness for the #NHS.Sending lots of love xxxxxx.” (sic)Amanda Ralph wrote: “Hope you're feeling well.

Samantha Giles has revealed she was rushed to hospital with a mystery illness as she thanked NHS staff on Saturday 19 March.The soap actress, 50, revealed her health issues as she shared a tweet to thank the NHS staff at Liverpool Womens Hospital. She wrote: "Huge thank you to all the wonderfully caring staff at @LiverpoolWomens for looking after me today. #NHS" followed by a purple heart emoji.

Emmerdale star Reece Dinsdale announced that he was leaving the ITV soap for a second time on Thursday as he takes a break from his directing duties.The actor, 62, played villain Paul Ashdale before his character was killed off earlier this year and the soap star had since been working as a director behind-the-scenes. Reece previously revealed that he was originally a director on Emmerdale before he was asked whether he would like to play the part of Paul.Taking to Twitter, the actor revealed that his final episode would be airing on Thursday 11 November for the time being and he was hoping to return to his directing duties in 2022.

Emmerdale fans have been left reeling after hearing the news that one major star has quit the soap for the second time.Soap star Reece Dinsdale - best known for playing Paul Ashdale in the Dales - first left earlier this year when his character was killed off in an explosive van crash.Paul, who had been secretly abusing his son Vinny for months, died when Jimmy King's van crashed into the barn where he was planning his wedding to Mandy Dingle.As soon as actor Reece left, fans were thrilled to hear he wouldn't be going far from the crew, as he signed up as programme director and got to work behind the cameras.But that all changed on Thursday night, as Reece announced it would be his last episode as director - at least "for now".Taking to

Emmerdale actor Reece Dinsdale is best known to fans for his recent role as Paul Ashdale in the long-running ITV soap. Reece's character Paul joined the show in 2020 and was involved in several hard hitting story lines.

Emmerdale fans have predicted drama for Jimmy and Nicola King after he kissed Mandy Dingle on Wednesday's episode. On Thursday, Jimmy was found not guilty after awaiting to hear if he was facing prison after crashing his truck in the village which killed villain Paul Ashdale, played by actor Reece Dinsdale, earlier this year.

Emmerdale fans were left amused over a "socially distanced" kiss between Jimmy King and Mandy Dingle on Wednesday's episode after the two characters ended up bonding during his tense trial week. Jimmy (Nick Miles) has been left tense during his court appearances as he waits to hear if he is facing prison after crashing his truck in the village which killed villain Paul Ashdale, played by actor Reece Dinsdale.

Emmerdale.Nicola (Nicola Wheeler) and Jimmy King’s (Nick Miles) marriage has been on the rocks for months now, since Jimmy was driving the van that killed villain Paul Ashdale (Reece Dinsdale).And with Juliette (Amelia Curtis) meddling in their marriage and the haulage business in order to steal son Carl from under the couple’s noses, it’s no surprise things are tense between the two.Next week, Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that their split could finally be sealed after Jimmy is unfaithful to his wife with pal Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) - Paul’s ex.The pair got closer after Mandy convinced Jimmy to plead not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving, with Jimmy confessing his feelings to a stunned Mandy, who advised him to go back to

Emmerdale fans are predicting a steamy affair between Jimmy King and Mandy Dingle after spotting some sexual tension during Tuesday night's episode.It came as Jimmy revealed to his wife Nicola that he had pleaded not guilty during his preliminary trial for the murder of Paul Ashdale, after Mandy helped to convince him he wasn't responsible.Later, Jimmy came to Mandy's salon to thank her for her support, but announced: "I've no idea why I've come."Mandy cheekily suggested: "Back, sac and crack?""I think I'll leave the manscaping for another day, thanks," a downtrodden Jimmy replied.

LIV Flaherty suffers a devastating night as she drinks to forget her harrowing incident this week in Emmerdale. The student - played by Isobel Steele in the ITV soap - has turned to booze because she thinks she's murdered her ex boyfriend Vinny Dingle's dad Paul Ashdale.

Emmerdale actor Reece Dinsdale has returned to the soap, despite his character Paul Ashdale being killed off earlier this year.The star played abusive Paul, who died when Jimmy King (Nick Miles) crashed his van into the Dingle barn, causing it to collapse.But now his on-screen other half Lisa Riley, who plays Mandy Dingle, has welcomed Reece back as he starts a new venture with the soap.Taking to Instagram, the former Loose Women star shared a picture of Reece and wrote: "Good luck Daddy Dins, Reece Dinsdale, as you start your block directing Emmerdale tomorrow."Everyone's behind you and so happy for you.