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Emmerdale fans couldn't be more on the same page when it comes to Faith Dingle. Viewers of the ITV soap have been left devastated as they watch the much-loved character start to deteriorate following her terminal cancer diagnosis.

Emmerdale fans have been left feeling worried about the future of the popular ITV show as Faith Dingle's life will soon come to an end.The popular character played by actress Sally Dexter has been suffering with terminal cancer and will soon be departing from the long-running soap. But due to the entertainment that Faith often brings when on screen, fans think Emmerdale producers would be mad to kill her off.

Emmerdale's long-serving actor Jeff Hordley, who plays Cain Dingle, has said that he "could be next" to be axed from the soap, ahead of its 50th anniversary. The 52 year old is instantly recognisable to even those who haven't avidly watched every episode of the countryside-set programme, as he's played wayward Cain for an impressive 22 years and has been at the centre of some of the show's biggest storylines.

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 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.

Emmerdale next week, as fans say they "don't want Faith to go" following her terminal cancer diagnosis.The fan-favourite character was recently told that her cancer had spread, with Faith due to receive palliative treatment in upcoming episodes.During a special press screening of Marlon and Rhona's wedding, due to air on August 11, 2022, the episode showed Faith talking to daughter Chas about her upcoming appointments - before her health takes a turn for the worse at the wedding reception.READ NEXT: Emmerdale fans point out major David blunder as he leaves village after nasty accidentFaith is stood at the bar of the Woolpack pub, but suddenly her vision becomes blurry - indicating that her health is deteriorating. However, she hides how she is feeling from her friends and asks son Cain for a dance, in a heartbreaking and emotional moment between the two.Since Faith was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, fans have taken to social media to praise Sally Dexter's performance - and also share that they do not want to see the character leave the soap.After Cain and Chas learnt that Faith had cancer, one fan said: "Great acting from @HordleyJeff @SallyDexterUK - Don't want Faith to go."A second added: "Poor Faith, she's trying to put on a brave front RE the cancer in front of everyone, but deep down is so heartbroken/scared about leaving her kids and family, but wants to make the most of the time left.

Emmerdale's Faith Dingle was certainly the talk of the village on Tuesday night's episode. Not only was Sally Dexter's character Faith's secret life with her ex-husband and stepdaughter revealed, her role in her ex's death was also exposed. Arriving at her stepdaughter's house with her grandson Nate Robinson, Faith told him that she was married to man after her marriage with Shadrach Dingle.

Emmerdale star Jeff Hordley has admitted he is “so upset” that his co-star Sally Dexter is leaving. The actor plays Cain Dingle on the ITV soap and the son of Sally’s character Faith Dingle, who is about to exit the show in a terminal cancer diagnosis storyline. On Tuesday, Jeff appeared on Lorraine to discuss Sally’s imminent exit from the show.

Emmerdale actor Jeff Hordley has admitted having a surprising back-up plan in case he ever leaves his iconic portrayal of Cain Dingle. He appeared on Lorraine on Tuesday morning to talk about his "very complex" character and his current storyline about dealing with his mum Faith's terminal cancer.

Emmerdale actor Jeff Hordley has admitted to feeling "so upset" to losie his co-star Sally Dexter who will sadly pass away in upcoming scenes.Appearing on ITV's Lorraine on Tuesday (July 5), Jeff who is well known for playing the role of Cain Dingle, told presenter Lorraine Kelly that it will be a massive loss when Sally leaves the show.Talking openly, he also told the host that he is "mesmerised" by actress Sally who plays his mother Faith Dingle who currently has terminal cancer.READ MORE: Emmerdale fans predict Chas will give Paddy an STI in twisted love affairTalking about the upcoming Emmerdale scenes, Lorraine said it will be very "emotional".Jeff replied: "I'm so upset about loosing Sally Dexter though."There's a few actors that have come to the show that when they come on set, you can' take your eyes off them and what they do."We were doing something just last night and I was just mesmerised watching her, she's so good and she's such a joy to work with. Such a great human being and I'm so sad to be losing her."Seeing his heartfelt chat, fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts with one person writing: "Loved Jeff's interview."Cain and Faith's relationship in the show has been turbulent to say the least.Despite knowing that her mother has cancer, Cain has continued to show no remorse and has been overtly cold in his approach towards her.But Faith, who is rapidly deteriorating his desperate to mend their broken relationship before its too late.With his sister Chas on his case, Cain will soon reveal the reason why he has become so frosty towards his mother due to abandonment issues he faced with her as a child.

SOAP bosses recently revealed Faith Dingle won't survive her cancer battle as the illness is set to spread. Actress Sally Dexter confirmed the exit storyline and reflected on her time in Emmerdale.

BELOVED Dingle matriarch Faith has been battling breast cancer in recent weeks. But Emmerdale actress Sally Dexter doesn't have long left in the show as her character finds out she will die from her illness.

Emmerdale star Sally Dexter has opened up on the emotional toll of filming Faith Dingle's battle with terminal breast cancer.Faith had been desperately hiding her diagnosis for weeks with the help of Moira and Wendy, but the secret finally came out to her shocked family at her 65th birthday party this week.With Faith expecting it to be her last birthday, her son Cain and daughter Chas were left shellshocked, along with her heartbroken granddaughter Sarah.For actress Sally Dexter, however, the scenes have been "tough" to film, as she emphasised the importance of doing the storyline justice for people battling the disease in real life.Emmerdale worked with research and care charity Breast Cancer Now on the devastating plot, with Sally explaining to Daily Star and other press: "It's 100 percent vital that we do it justice. "There are many people sitting out there watching the show who have it, who are sitting next to somebody who has it, who are about to have it."They need to know first and foremost that you can get better.

Emmerdale's Faith Dingle is convinced she doesn't have long left after being informed her breast cancer had returned, actress Sally Dexter is determined to stay on in the role for a little longer.The star has teased that she won't be leaving the ITV soap unless a major plot point is addressed. Speaking to Daily Star and other press, Sally explained that when Cain returns from Scotland where he was visiting daughter Debbie, the atmosphere felt "like a Western".She said: "The doors swing, the music stops, all the cigarettes are put out, everyone looks.

Emmerdale star Sally Dexter has admitted that she would refuse to leave the ITV soap until her character Faith Dingle repaired her relationship with on-screen son Cain Dingle. Only recently, Faith discovered that her breast cancer had returned and it was incurable with only daughter-in-law Moira Dingle knowing her devastating secret.

Emmerdale favourite Faith Dingle is played by TV star Sally Dexter now but the character was actually originated by actress Gillian Jephcott. Gillian starred as Faith in the ITV soap in 2000 and 2004.But when the character returned to the Dales in 2017, Sally was in the role.So what has Gillian been up to since her last Emmerdale appearance? After making her debut in Emmerdale, Gillian also had a part on Coronation Street.She played a tough prison officer back when the character Hayley Cropper was in jail accused of kidnapping.Once she had waved goodbye to the Dales, the actress went on to be in television shows such as Doctors, Cutting It and Heartbeat.

In recent weeks Faith Dingle has struggled to come to terms with the news that her breast cancer has returned, as she refuses to tell Chas or Cain about her diagnosis. Instead, she has confided in Moira Barton who has urged her mother-in-law to be honest with her children. Chas has become suspicious of Moira’s apparently secretive behaviour, suspecting that her sister-in-law has resumed her affair with Nate.

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EMMERDALE favourite Mark Charnock has written a heartfelt farewell to his co-star who is leaving the show after almost two decades. The soap actor penned an emotional goodbye to an ITV co-star after they announced their retirement on Twitter. Host of ITV's News Calendar Duncan Wood confirmed his departure from the show after almost two decades, marking the end of his incredible 32 year career in broadcasting.