Emmerdale Showbiz and Celebrity Breaking News

Emmerdale legend Kelvin Fletcher has been left overwhelmed with emotion at watching his daughter Marnie following in his footsteps on rival soap Hollyoaks. The actor, who played Andy Sugden on the ITV drama until 2016, said his heart was "beaming with pride" at seeing his child, seven, in a scene. He had gone along to filming for the Channel 4 show as his daughter's chaperone, saying watching her on set was "one of the very few times I’ve felt completely fulfilled".

Emmerdale star Amy Walsh has candidly opened up about life behind the scenes of the iconic ITV soap as part of a brand new documentary series, Drama Queens. Lifting the lid on what it’s really like to work on one of Britain’s most beloved soaps, the Tracy Robinson actress dished the dirt on her day-to-day life on set during the recent affair storyline will Caleb Milligan.

Emmerdale fans were left doing a double-take when they tuned into some classic episodes of the ITV soap, as they spotted a Coronation Street icon in the village. Actor Daniel Brocklebank looks unrecognisable in the scenes, with the soap star now best known for playing Billy Mayhew in Corrie. Daniel, 44, took to social media to share his surprise at having spotted himself in the old episodes of Emmerdale, which are broadcast daily on ITV3.The actor posted a photograph of himself posing in front of a television, as a scene from his time in the village played on screen.

Emmerdale fans claim to have worked out an upcoming character exit, believing one fan favourite could be murdered.Things came to a head between Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) and Jai Sharma (Chris Bisson) in recent episodes, leading viewers to wonder if things could turn nasty between the pair. Tension betwen Eric and Jai has been mounting after Eric blackmailed Jai into firing Victoria Sugden (Isobel Hodgins).

For most actors, having a baby on set is a delight – they bring an element of surprise to scenes and no one can deny their cuteness. But for father-of-three Jay Kontzle, who plays Emmerdale’s Billy Fletcher, having children on set then going home to his own has been difficult at times – especially with the nature of his storyline, as Billy’s baby is diagnosed with leukaemia. “It was difficult when we got the storyline because I’d just had another baby in real life,” says Jay, who welcomed a son, Xiao, in November 2022 with his wife, Mimi.

Emmerdale actress Olivia Bromley, who plays Dawn Fletcher, has revealed more about her upcoming storyline which sees baby Evan diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Dawn and Billy Fletcher (played by Jay Kontzle), receive the news after a bruise is found on Evan and he’s taken to hospital. “Basically, Evan has a fall and they take him to hospital and he gets brought home,” Olivia explained.

When actress Roxy Shahidi signed up to appear on ITVBe’s fly-on-the-wall documentary series Drama Queens, she was looking forward to taking on an exciting new project away from her day job on Emmerdale. But as the first episode of the show aired earlier this month, she admits she was suddenly overcome with nerves.

Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi has opened up about why her husband and six year old daughter won't be appearing on ITVBe's brand new documentary series, Drama Queens.The actress, who was excited to take on a new project away from the soap, confessed she was suddenly filled with nerves when the first episode aired earlier this month. The show gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of some of the nation's favourite soap stars as they balance work and personal life.

Actor Sam Hall has reportedly been axed from Emmerdale after playing Samson Dingle for 15 years.The actor started on the show when he was just five years old and has continued to become a major character on the soap. But according to The Sun, Sam has been axed with Samson set to be killed off. A source said: “Sam had a meeting with bosses earlier this month where they broke the news.

Emmerdale fans think they've predicted Tom King's (James Chase) downfall following his violent attack on Vinny Dingle (Bradley Johnson). In a fit of rage, Tom struck Vinny on the head with an ornament and left him for dead.Thankfully, Vinny was taken to hospital and appeared to be recovering. Tom left Vinny behind, unaware if he was dead or alive after the attack.

Emmerdale fans think they've spotted an important mistake made by Tom King after he violently attacked Vinny Dingle in a shocking moment from a recent episode of the soap.Tom has been exerting control over his wife Belle Dingle through manipulation and gaslighting since their wedding earlier this year, even going as far as installing a puppy cam to spy on her and placing a tracker on her phone. While away from Emmerdale for a vet course, Tom kept tabs on Belle using the camera but was enraged when she switched it off at Vinny's suggestion and hurried home. Unaware that Belle had left to walk the dogs with Vinny, Tom rushed to the house.

Ex-Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach, 23, has addressed her future on the show during an episode of Drama Queens. On the ITVBe reality series that follows the lives of soap actresses, Ellie was chatting with fellow Corrie star Lucy Fallon (Bethany Platt).The pair were together at an event held by Brooke Vincent (Sophie Webster) for a launch of part of her business Oh So B, and were joined by Corrie legends including Sally Dynevor (Sally Metcalfe) and Helen Flanagan (Rosie Webster). Ellie left Coronation Street after 12 years of playing Faye Windass.

Roxy Shahidi opened up about her dad’s death in the episode of Drama Queens that aired on Wednesday, April 17.The actress was filmed attending Dancing on Ice rehearsals - which she competed in at the beginning of the year. And as she spoke to the cameras during the reality series, Roxy revealed her dad was the reason why she decided to go on the show. She said: “For me, Dancing on Ice was a big thing.

After weeks of uncertainty, one Emmerdale couple was finally given the happy ending they deserved when Matty Barton and Amy Wyatt successfully walked down the aisle and tied the knot. Yet while the wedding did get off to a bumpy start after Amy’s mum Kerry dropped the bombshell that she couldn’t afford to pay for the lavish bash - it was actually Amy’s dress that had many fans talking.

Emmerdale's Jacob Gallagher, portrayed by Joe-Warren Plant, might be waving goodbye to the village after an impressive 14-year stint. In a recent twist that's got fans on the edge of their seats, Tuesday's episode (April 16) saw Jacob mulling over a life-changing study opportunity in Berlin, courtesy of Dr Liam Cavanagh.The prospect of leaving his love interest, Victoria Sugden, with whom he shares a rollercoaster romance, has left him torn. Drama escalated when Victoria got wind of Jacob's secret academic offer and encouraged him to chase his ambitions, potentially spelling the end for both his character on the beloved soap and their rocky relationship.

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.

A former Emmerdale star is set for major surgery and has shared a snap from his hospital bed. Matthew Wolfenden, known for his role as David Metcalfe on the hit ITV soap, has revealed to fans that he's facing an operation this week, coming shortly after confirmation that his character won't be making a comeback to the Dales. The 43 year old actor, who graced our screens from 2006 until his exit last year, was last seen in the village in November.

One year on since Whitney Dean and Zack Hudson tragically lost their baby girl Peach, the loved-up EastEnders couple are set to face another heartbreaking health tragedy in the coming days, when foster daughter Britney is diagnosed with Usher syndrome. In scenes due to air on Monday April 22, Zack and Whitney are shocked to discover that Britney has Type 2 Usher Syndrome following their trip to the hospital and are devastated when the doctor shares that the condition will lead to sight and hearing impairments in the future.

Emmerdale viewers were left in shock after a dramatic twist involving Rhona Goskirk. Fans were divided when Gus Malcolms confessed to her that he was ready to face the consequences of his actions, leaving her to care for their baby daughter Ivy.The two have been at odds for months, with little Ivy caught in the middle. After it was revealed that Gus (played by Alan McKenna) had stolen one of Rhona's (Zoe Henry) frozen embryos to start a family with his late wife Lucy, Rhona was determined to make him pay.

Emmerdale's Zoe Henry, who portrays Rhona Goskirk, has been a staple on the ITV soap since 2001, making quite a splash with her compelling performances.The 49 year old actress has recently been at the centre of some gripping storylines, including fleeing the village with baby Ivy when Gus Malcolms (Alan McKenna) revealed he wanted the tot - who is Rhona's biological child - back full time. Baby Ivy is biologically Rhona's, as Gus and his late wife used the embryo he and Rhona created via IVF when they were still together years earlier. But due to Gus's wife growing the baby in her womb and giving birth to her, Rhona now has no say over Ivy.

They are a couple with so much in common it feels almost inevitable they would find each other and fall in love. Yet it took the intervention of Fate - and a sunshine cruise - to finally bring Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment together. Now, in their first joint photo shoot and interview, the pair have shared the inside story of their deepening relationship.

It's been nearly 40 years since The Bill first graced our TV screens. From tragic passings to a pop star offspring and a stint on Celebrity Big Brother, we take a look at the lives of the actors after the series ended.

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.

Emmerdale star Laura Norton appeared on ITVBe’s brand-new reality show Drama Queens on Wednesday 10 April . During the program, the mum of two revealed she found it tough returning to work after maternity leave.

Simon Lennon has shared a health update with fans, revealing that he has been hospitalised four times over the past year.The actor, who graced our screens in Emmerdale from 2020 to 2021, before his character met a grisly end at the hands of Meena Jutla, took to Instagram to open up about his health battles. Posing in a hospital gown, he penned a heartfelt message: "Was in hospital last week to have a small procedure/surgery and was feeling quite reflective.

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.

Ever since Emmerdale welcomed newcomer Ella Forster to the village earlier this year, fans at home have been adamant that something about the bubbly receptionist didn’t quite add up. In fact, in the months Ella has been resident in the village, she has revealed very little about her life before starting work at the GP surgery - leading many fans to suspect that she may have a secret dark past. As regular viewers will know, Ella, played by former Coronation Street star Paula Lane, was first introduced back in January at a veterinary ball attended by Paddy Kirk and Mandy Dingle.

Emmerdale's Jacob Gallagher, played by Joe-Warren Plant, could be set to leave the village after 14 years on the ITV soap, as the budding young medic is offered a placement abroad, which might result in his departure from the show.The news comes just weeks after fans bid farewell to Jacob's father David Metcalfe and hints at a potential heartbreaking split on the cards. As regular viewers will know, Jacob has recently discovered that his father, David Metcalfe, is permanently staying in London after he fled the village last year once the truth about Jacob and Victoria's relationship came to light.