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She was on long-running soap Emmerdale for 19 years, and now, actress Charley Webb has revealed she has no regrets about leaving. Charley played Debbie Dingle but made her exit from the show in 2021. She said last year in an Instagram Q&A: "I left to have Ace 2 years ago.

Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden has spent 17 years on our screens playing David Metcalfe but soon, the character will be leaving the village for good. The actor has already confirmed that he'll be leaving the role on the ITV soap during an emotional appearance on This Morning.

Actress Charley Webb spent almost 20 years on our screens as Emmerdale’s feisty Debbie Dingle after joining the soap aged 14. Now, the Manchester-born actress is a 35-year-old mum of three, embarking on a new adventure after saying goodbye to the Dales for the final time in 2021. Speaking exclusively to OK!, she opens up about the work-life juggle, especially when it comes to suffering “mum guilt” over sons Buster, 13, Bowie, seven, and Ace, four, who she shares with her husband and former Emmerdale co-star Matthew Wolfenden.

Emmerdale’s Matthew Wolfenden has revealed he is leaving the hit ITV soap after almost 20 years - to star in Elf the Musical. The 43-year-old actor, who has played shopkeeper David Metcalfe since 2006, has landed the lead role of Buddy in the stage show for its run at London’s Dominion Theatre over the festive period - starting on 15 November and ending on 6 January 2024. It comes after recent reports that Matthew was looking to leave Emmerdale to ‘see what else is out there’ after not getting any gritty storylines on the soap.

Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden was left trying to fight back his tears as he discussed his upcoming exit from the ITV soap for the first time. The actor has played David Metcalfe in the ITV soap for 17 years but he'll soon be saying goodbye to the Dales in a storyline that is currently being kept under lock and key.

Emmerdale legend Matthew Wolfenden fought back tears as he confirmed that he is leaving the soap after 18 years during an interview on This Morning. Matthew, who plays David Metcalfe on the ITV show, joined the cast of Emmerdale in 2006, but later this year he will say his goodbyes.Throughout the years, David has been part of some huge storylines, from his hard-hitting testicular cancer storyline to his partner at the time, Maya Stepney, grooming and sexually abusing his young son Jacob Gallagher.

Matthew Wolfenden confirmed he’s leaving Emmerdale as he broke down on tears on Wednesday’s This Morning.

Emmerdale’s executive producer, Jane Hudson, has announced that she will be stepping down from the role later this year on September 22 following this year's blockbuster Super Soap Week. Announcing her exit, Jane said: "I’ve had a wonderful time at Emmerdale and feel very lucky to have spent the last five years working alongside such a hardworking and talented team.

Emmerdale fans have criticised the ITV soap's storylines after it was revealed actor Matthew Wolfenden will be leaving his role as David Metcalfe later this year. Matthew, 43, who has been part of the Emmerdale cast for 17 years, will be written out of the soap over the coming months, with sources claiming the actor's decision was due to a lack of "gritty storylines" for his character. A TV source told The Sun: "He hasn’t been getting any gritty storylines recently so wants to see what else is out there," before adding that there is a possibility David could be killed off.

Emmerdale legend Matthew Wolfenden, who has played David Metcalfe for 17 years, has reportedly quit his role on the ITV soap.

An Emmerdale legend has quit the show after 17 years on the soap. Matthew Wolfenden, 43, who plays David Metcalfe, will be written out of the show in the coming months. A TV source told The Sun that the star's character could be killed off.

Charley Webb has joked that it's 'all about her' as she celebrated a special occasion. The former Emmerdale star took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday (July 26) and revealed it was her youngest son's birthday.

Two years ago actress Charley Webb left ITV’s soap Emmerdale after a whopping 19 years on the show and has just revealed she’s landed a brand-new role in a touring play. Charley, 35, appeared as the popular character Debbie Dingle who arrived in the village in 2002 and was on and off screen until 2021. During that time, Charley took three maternity leave breaks to have her sons, Buster, Bowie and Ace who she shared with husband and fellow actor Matthew Wolfenden, 43, who plays David Metcalfe in Emmerdale.

Charley Webb might have had a team of makeup artists on hand to do her makeup when she played Debbie Dingle on Emmerdale, but it seems that she has beauty skills of her own.The 35 year old mum of three took to Instagram on Thursday, 8 June, to share a throwback snap of herself and former co-star, Emma Atkins, 48, who plays Charity Dingle - Debbie's mum - on the soap.The photo was originally posted by Emma, and Charley reposted it to reveal that she had done her friend's makeup after going on a course. Emma could be seen flashing a smile with her mouth wide open, whilst Charley smiled sweetly behind her. Over the snap, Charley wrote: "That time I did a makeup course and did her makeup.

Charley Webb has revealed that her "lovely" mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2015 aged just 64.Taking to Instagram on Sunday in an emotional Mother's Day post, the former Emmerdale star, 35, admitted "every day is a challenge" and added: "Even though she’s still here, I miss her." Sharing a sweet picture of herself with her mum from her wedding day to Matthew Wolfenden in 2018, Charley penned: "In 2015, our lovely Mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She was 64. "This last 8 years have been a learning curve, a grieving process and something all of her children have struggled with.

Charley Webb enjoyed a reunion with her former Emmerdale co-stars Emma Atkins and Lucy Pargeter on Friday night.Taking to Instagram, the former Debbie Dingle star, 35, posed for a heartwarming selfie with Charity Dingle star Emma, 47, and Chas Dingle star Lucy, 46. In the snap, Charley held onto a drink as she posed to the camera while Emma beamed and Lucy smiled as they enjoyed their reunion together.

Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh paid tribute to her EastEnders actor fiancee Toby-Alexander Smith to celebrate his birthday. Amy, who earlier opened up on their wedding plans, has played Tracey Metcalfe since 2014 alongside Emmerdale regulars such as Danny Miller, Matthew Wolfenden, and Charley Webb.

ITV are set to bring back its popular reality series The Real Full Monty after a two year long break - and it'll include a big twist.The Real Full Monty is based on the 1997 film, The Full Monty which focussed on a group of steelworkers' bid to earn some money. It has now been revealed that frontman Ashley Banjo is likely to return as the show, aims to raise awareness about cancer in all of its forms.

Emmerdale's Charley Webb has ditched her long locks for a new stunning cropped hairdo. The actress, 34, who played Debbie Dingle on the ITV soap and is married to Matthew Wolfenden, took to Instagram on Thursday to unveil her hair transformation. Posting to her Stories, Charley shared a video of her short brunette locks which has subtle blonde balayage as she posed to the camera.The soap star penned about her new hair: "Not sure if this is a bit too bouncy blow for me.

Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden has been defended by fans from the 'parent police' after sharing a snap of his son. The actor, who is known for playing David Metcalfe in the ITV soap, took to Instagram to share a picture of his youngest son, Ace, who appears to be in the potty training stage.

The village is still reeling from the events of last week and spoilers for upcoming scenes in Emmerdale reveal that the fallout is far reaching an end. Chas (Lucy Pargeter) is worried that Aaron ( Danny Miller ) will spill the beans about her secret affair. After being urged by Paddy (Dominic Brunt) to hash things out with Chas, Aaron reluctantly agrees.

Charley Webb has left her fans gobsmacked as she shared a singing video on Instagram. The former Emmerdale actress took to the social media platform to share a video of her eldest son belting out an Adele track.

Danny Miller was joined by a whole host of his former Emmerdale co-stars as he and his new wife Steph Jones said “I do” at the beautiful Nunsmere Hall Hotel in Cheshire in a “perfect” ceremony. In attendance were many of the Dingle family, including his on-screen mum Lucy Pargeter, Charley Webb, Jeff Hordley, Zoë Henry and Emma Atkins.

Charley Webb has given her fans a rare glimpse inside her sprawling back garden which boasts a huge seating area and a bouncy castle. The former Emmerdale actress, 34, who portrayed Debbie Dingle in the soap for 19 years, took to her Instagram Stories to share a snap of the outdoor space with her 568,000 followers.

ITV Emmerdale legend Charley Webb has spoken out over "day from Hell". Charley issued an update to her fans as she suffers a family mishap today. Charley, from Yorkshire, drove all the way to Durham to get a fast track passport for son Ace.

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins, who plays Victoria Sugden on the soap, wowed fans as she appeared on the red carpet for The Cher Show press evening in Manchester. It's rare Isabel, 27, is spotted on the red carpet as she prefers to shy away from the limelight, posting just periodically on her social media with images of what she's up to. But her look was stunning as she posed with her brunette locks in a sophisticated half up half down hairdo.The actress donned a black jacket decorated with a flowery, summer pattern and sheer arms with dots.

Charley Webb has been making the most of the UK sunshine in a getaway with her sister to Soho Farmhouse. The Emmerdale actress, 34, and her makeup artist sister Cassie Lomas have been documenting their quality sister time online with their fans. The duo took part in a biking session in the countryside, and Charley showed off her toned legs in black shorts, while posing on her bike, which she paired with a black roll neck jumper and trainers.

soap star shared what people had thought was a gender reveal video when actually, it was just a celebratory video for her husband and fellow actor Matthew Wolfenden's 42nd birthday. The clip, which she shared on her Instagram account, showed parents Charley and Matthew having an amazing time with their kids - Buster, 12, Bowie, six, and Ace, two. They popped a giant confetti canon in the back garden.

Emmerdale has been going strong for a little under 50 years. The ITV soap has become a fan favourite in that time and there are plenty of forums dedicated to storylines and theories.To celebrate the shows 50th anniversary in October producers Jane Hudson and Laura Shaw have said the big milestone will see a "golden month of celebration". It also looks like some old familiar faces could be returning, and some babies may be born.