Huge Emmerdale name quits to move to rival soap in huge shake-up

Emmerdale fans were left fuming when an unwelcome spoiler from Matty and Amy's wedding aired on ITV's Lorraine, with viewers claiming it had "ruined" the soap episode.The Dales-set ITV soap has a big episode coming up tonight which will feature its first-ever wedding with a trans groom as Matty Barton (Ash Palmisciano) marries Amy Wyatt (Natalie Ann Jamieson) and to mark the milestone, Lorraine sent Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden behind the scenes to report from the set. But soap fans know that a wedding day for their favourite show rarely goes without a hitch, and they had been looking forward to seeing any twists and turns that might play out on the big day.

Emmerdale fans were left in hysterics after Kerry Wyatt, played by Laura Norton, was seen praying to a picture of pop icon Cher for a miracle. In Tuesday night's episode (April 16), the ITV soap kicked off with Kerry kneeling before a lit candle and a framed photo, seemingly praying for financial help to cover Amy and Matty's wedding costs. However, as the camera zoomed out, it was revealed that she was actually praying to the Believe singer.

Emmerdale star Isabel Hodgins, who is known for portraying Victoria Sugden on screen, has given fans a major life update this week.The actress announced that her beau Adam Whitehead got down on one knee just four months ago, and it seems marriage isn't the only exciting prospect in the couple's future. Before the loved-up pair get married, they've moved their dream home. Embracing the new move, Isabel, 30, took to Instagram on Tuesday, 9 April, to reveal that she's cosied up in her new digs.Through an Instagram Story, she shared a snap of herself unlocking the front door to her new abode stating "Home" in the caption, along with a padlock emoji and a cheery yellow heart emoji.

Emmerdale viewers are convinced a messy new love triangle could soon be on the horizon after Charles Anderson’s proposal to Manpreet Sharma was hastily shot down by the bride to be during Wednesday night’s (10 April) visit to the Dales. As regular viewers will know, earlier this week Charles’ mum Claudette Anderson unsubtly suggested that her son, the village vicar, should be married to Manpreet rather than “living in sin” in an attempt to earn the favour of the new Bishop.

Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has prompted a demand from soap fans after sharing a look at her reunion with her former co-star in a '27 year' update. The actress took to social media to reveal she'd been enjoying some time away from the famous fictional Yorkshire village with someone who used to frequent the area.

The year feels like it’s barely begun but there’s plenty of action on the cards for the residents of Emmerdale - and even a sprinkling of wedding bells.

While there's an exciting week ahead on Emmerdale this week, fans of the soap will be missing out on an episode after another ITV schedule shake-up. Emmerdale's Tuesday 8th April episode has been removed from the schedules to make room for ITV's sports coverage.

ITV Emmerdale actress Beth Cordingly, who plays the character Ruby Fox-Miligan, has responded to the backlash against her "pretty awful" character. The star, who joined the soap late last year, admitted that even her own family aren't fans of Ruby, the not-so-estranged wife of Caleb Miligan (played by Will Ash). Ruby immediately caused a stir with her husband and the Dingle family.

Emmerdale fans are convinced that surgery receptionist Ella Forster and vet Tom King are secretly plotting revenge on the ITV soap, with many viewers adamant that a connection exists between the pair. Both characters have been at the forefront of recent storylines, with each hiding something. As regular viewers will know, Tom is concealing his coercive control and manipulation of his wife Belle Dingle in scenes that have made for some tough viewing.

One of Emmerdale's biggest characters has seemingly quit the ITV soap for good following his sudden exit storyline last year. Fans had been wondering if David Metcalfe would return to the village.

There's terrible news in store for fans of Emmerdale's David Metcalfe - the long-time character, played by Matthew Wolfenden, won't be returning to the soap. ITV's Emmerdale confirmed the sad news in Tuesday 3rd April's episode, giving David an official off-screen exit. Back in November, David fled the village after discovering that his son Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) was in a secret relationship with his former girlfriend Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins).

Former Hollyoaks actress Gemma Merna has landed a role on a rival soap.The star, 40, who made a name for herself playing Carmel McQueen in Hollyoaks, revealed she is now joining the cast of Coronation Street. Gushing about her new "dream job" on the Cobbles, the star took to Instagram to share more about her role as Adam Barlow’s latest love interest. The delighted soap favourite told fans: “The news is out.

Emmerdale viewers were left saying the same thing after watching an Aaron Dingle scene in the ITV soap on Monday, 1 April. Aaron had been keeping his test results secret from his mum Chas Dingle after finding out he had inherited the BRCA2 gene. Chas has decided to have a mastectomy, but was unaware that her son also tested for the gene.

Emmerdale fans are worried that Jai Sharma, played by Chris Bisson, could be the next victim of his father Amit's deadly actions. Amit has already shown he's capable of murder, having shockingly killed his brother Rishi Sharma, a character loved by many viewers, in an unexpected plot twist.

Emmerdale icon Chris Bisson has teased what lies ahead for his character as he talks about his future on the show and a big storyline that's coming to an end in the coming days.The 48 years old soap alumni, that also previously starred in Coronation Street, currently plays Jai Sharma in the dales and has been a staple of the Yorkshire based soap since 2009. Appearing on Wednesday’s (27 March) edition of This Morning with soap expert Sharon Marshall, the actor discussed his current storyline involving Jai’s biological father Amit, and how he had played a role in his adoptive father Rishi Sharma’s death.

Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel looks worlds away from his Emmerdale days in a new photograph.The actor portrayed Rishi Sharma in the ITV soap for 12 years, until the character was sadly killed off in 2023 in a gruesome storyline. Bhasker, 68, posed for a selfie with fellow Emmerdale star Liam Fox, 53, in a sweet Instagram post. Liam - who played Dan Spencer in the ITV soap - is appearing in the brand new theatre production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang as Grandpa Potts.

Coronation Street's Amy Robbins, who plays Daisy Midgeley's (Charlotte Jordan) estranged mum Christina Boyd, was so excited to join the cast that she cried when she first heard she got the part. Christina made her first appearance on the show last year and is gearing up to strut down those famous cobbles once more. But what might be a surprise to some is that this isn't Amy's first time starring in a soap.

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Hollyoaks has allegedly axed 20 cast members in a huge shake-up.The hit E4 soap is undergoing some major changes, with many stars set to exit the show in the coming months. As well as axing several characters, Hollyoaks is moving to a streaming first strategy - where episodes will drop online before they air on TV. It's also been announced that there will be only three episodes per week of the soap come September.

Actor Anil Goutam has shaken up Emmerdale by taking on the role of Evil Amit Sharma. Fans of the ITV soap have been on the edge of their seats as they wonder who will be Amit’s next victim.The murderer already targeted his brother Rish in a dark twist to secure some inheritance money. And now some fear beloved Dales favourite Eric Pollard could be next, with Amit growing more and more suspicious of Eric investigating him.