Emmerdale: Last News

Kitty McGeever, known for her role as the vivacious Lizzie Lakely on ITV’s Emmerdale, passed away at the age of 48 back in 2015, after a long battle with health issues which ultimately led to her waiting for a kidney transplant. Kitty made history as the first blind actress to join a British soap cast regularly, a milestone in UK TV and in diversity. Diagnosed with diabetes at just 19, Kitty faced numerous health challenges over the years.

Coronation Street actor Luca Toolan has been causing quite the stir on the cobbles as school bully Mason Radcliffe.The 20 year old actor joined the ITV soap in September last year, and quickly made headlines with his character's dramatic knife-wielding scene involving Liam Connor. But off-screen, Luca leads a very different life. Away from the Corrie set, Luca loves to give his social media followers a glimpse into his glamorous life, from family vacations to partying in London.

"This isn’t how I expected to feel,” admits Melissa Johns, as she sits down to chat with OK! a few days after marrying Dan Hampton in a stunning Herefordshire wedding. Despite the ambiguous opening statement, however, it turns out former Coronation Street actress Melissa — best known for portraying Imogen Pascoe on the famous cobbles — just can’t believe quite how happy she is to be a married woman. “I know it sounds really weird, but what I mean is, I just feel absolutely wonderful,” explains the 34-year-old.

Emmerdale’s Daisy Campbell is leaving the Dales after 13 years - as show bosses have called time on her character, in a shock move that left her "grieving".The actress was just seven years old when she first graced our screens as Amelia Spencer, but earlier this year, producers delivered the news of her exit in a private meeting. Her last scenes will air just before Christmas. Speaking about the decision for her character to be axed, Daisy revealed: "It wasn't my choice to leave Emmerdale and it was a shock at first.

Devastated Daisy Campbell, who plays Amelia Spencer in Emmerdale, opened up about the shock news of her departure from the beloved soap after 13 years.The actress revealed that she learned earlier this year about the decision to write her character out. Amelia's journey has been packed with headline-grabbing plots, but fans will have to say goodbye just before Christmas. Although Daisy "understands" why the producers took this step as she's blossomed from a child actor into a young adult on set, the revelation was a tough pill to swallow.

Emmerdale's Daisy Campbell is bidding farewell to the Dales after a whopping 13 years on the show, as TV bosses shockingly decide to write out her character.The actress was just eight when she first appeared as Amelia Spencer, and now at 21, she's revealed that she's been struggling since the moment producers broke the news in a secretive meeting. Speaking candidly with the Mirror, Daisy confessed: "It wasn't my choice to leave Emmerdale and it was a shock at first. Being in Emmerdale is all I have ever known.

Jay Kontzle is a popular face on TV screens as he has starred as former bad boy Billy Fletcher in hit ITV soap Emmerdale since December 2018. Most recently on the soap, Billy has been been taking part in unlicensed boxing matches in a bid to make quick cash for his family, which he is keeping secret from his wife Dawn. Next week, Billy is forced to fight a dangerous, unlicensed boxing match and feels guilty lying to his family as Dawn buries her suspicions in upcoming scenes.

Jay Kontzle is currently lighting up screens on Emmerdale where he plays Billy Fletcher.The 34-year-old landed the part in 2018 and has proved popular with viewers ever since. Recently, his character Billy has been hiding secrets from his wife Dawn Taylor, including participating in illegal boxing matches to earn quick money for his family.This has resulted in serious injuries that he's kept concealed.

Soap fans are facing schedule shake-ups as Emmerdale and Coronation Street will not be airing tonight, Friday 25 October, as usual. From 7pm, ITV1 will be showing Live Women’s International Football as England take on Germany. Kick off is at 7.30pm and coverage of the football will continue until 10pm.The friendly at Wembley Stadium is an important test for Sarina Wiegman's team as they start preparations for the defence of their Euro 2022 crown at Euro 2025 next summer.Tonight's Coronation Street will instead air on Sunday, 27 October at 8pm, while Emmerdale will be back on screens on Monday, 28 October.

Poor Ruby has been heartbroken following her husband’s betrayal in Emmerdale, and it seems that finally enough is enough for her as she has left the village, at least for the time being. Ruby discovered that Caleb had lied to her over the death of her mother, Helen, with him swindling her mum out of £100,000 before she died.

Former Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas, who has also starred on Strictly Come Dancing, has shared an update amid his arthritis battle, revealing that he is now struggling with psoriasis.The 36-year-old shared a black and white image to Instagram, in which he is seen holding his head. He asked fans for advice and help on managing the condition, saying he has "tried absolutely everything" He wrote: "My arthritis journey: Ok I need help!!!! So with the arthritis that I’ve got which psoriatic arthritis one of the symptoms that comes with this is a skin condition called psoriasis! It used to be all over my body and face still is on places but really suffer with it on my scalp … I’ve tried absolutely everything ! If anyone has had this or got this and can recommend any shampoos or creams to help preferably natural I would really appreciate it thank you x." Tips and advice poured in from his followers, including a message from Emily Atack, who is currently on our screens in new Disney show, Rivals.

Emmerdale fans are convinced that Tina Dingle (played by Samantha Power) has a secret second child who is already living in the village.The character made a dramatic return to the Dales last week for her father Zak's (Steve Halliwell) funeral, causing quite a stir among the family.Tina was last seen in the village back in 1996, portrayed by Jacqueline Pirie. However, she has returned following the news of Zak's death.

It's been a devastating week for the Dingles on Emmerdale after the farming family learnt that patriarch Zac Dingle (Steve Halliwell) had passed away - and fans can expect a surprising new character to make their entrance at his funeral. Jeff Hordley, who is best known for playing Cain Dingle on the ITV soap, has revealed that his 'good friend' will be making their Emmerdale debut in a shocking entrance.

Emmerdale fans reckon they've cracked the code on who's making a surprise return to the ITV soap this week.The show has been dropping hints that a former Dingle family member will be returning for Zak Dingle's funeral. Zak's (Steve Halliwell) death was announced on Monday (14 October), leaving the village and his loved ones preparing to bid an emotional farewell to the beloved character. But it seems a familiar face is set to reappear in the Dales very soon.

The late Steve Halliwell, a.k.a. Emmerdale's Zak Dingle, once struggled to afford a basic bacon sandwich during his early days as an actor.

Actress Cheryl Murray, who was best known for her role as Gail's best friend Suzie Birchall in Coronation Street, has died at the age of 71.The redheaded star was also known for her roles in the classic sitcoms Sorry! and Hi Di Hi! and the soap Emmerdale. ITV said in a statement: "We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of Cheryl Murray, our thoughts are with her family and friends.

Adam Thomas has revealed that he has been in pain “every day” for over two years due to rheumatoid arthritis.The Emmerdale actor, who also appeared on Strictly, opened up about his arthritis journey in an emotional post as he explained that he has “never been pain free” as a result of his diagnosis and added that he he is coming off his latest medication because of the side effects. “My arthritis journey … So for those of you that know, I’ve been on my methotrexate injections for quite some time and the side effects were just too much for me, I’ve had enough so I’ve decided to come off them…,” he wrote.

Emmerdale star Oliver Farnworth has opened up about his partner Samantha Womack's breast cancer battle this week in a heartfelt chat on ITV's Lorraine with Christine Lampard. Host Christine delicately broached the subject of Samantha's health, and Oliver, known for his role as Andy Sugden in the soap, couldn't help but express his awe at the former Eastenders star's strength throughout her treatment.

Emotions will be running high next week in Emmerdale, as fans get ready to bid goodbye to legend, Zak Dingle, following the death of actor Steve Halliwell, who passed away at the age of 77 last year. In upcoming episodes set to air next week, the news of Zak’s death is to be delivered to his daughter-in-law Moira Dingle in a phone call from his granddaughter Debbie while his son Cain is taking a shower.

Emmerdale fans watched as a character witnessed something incriminating about evil Tom King on Monday night, 7 October.This could be the beginning of the end for Tom, with viewers hoping that this character will bring him down.Tom discovered his lost iPad at Moira Dingle's place, after her young son Isaac Dingle had brought it there. Isaac had borrowed it from his friend Carl Holliday, who happens to be Tom's younger cousin.They'd used it to play video games, oblivious to the importance of the device and its connection to Tom's abuse of his ex-wife Belle Dingle.The iPad contains footage where he secretly filmed Belle in their home.

Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi will reportedly leave the show later this year, with her character, Leyla Harding, being ‘killed-off’ the soap - and fans believe they know who will do the deed. Ella Forster (played by Paula Lane) is at the top of the hit list. Ella had been previously revealed as a killer, having murdered her childhood friend, Joanne many years ago.