Emmerdale cast member Paula Lane has announced that she’s pregnant, with the actor expecting another baby with her partner, as revealed in a post on social media today
Emmerdale spoilers have appeared to confirm who new villain Ray will target in the village, as next week on the ITV soap it’s someone other than Dylan he has a job for
There was a worrying Emmerdale hint on Tuesday night about who Ray may be after next(Image: ITV)
There was a worrying Emmerdale hint on Tuesday night about who Ray may be after next, after initially targeting teen Dylan Penders.
Now a new spoiler for the ITV soap may have confirmed the twist and who Ray will really be targeting over the next few weeks. On Tuesday we saw Dylan trying to get out of working for the dealer who had been giving him money, pretending to be his friend.
Bond or not, Ray has Dylan exactly where he wants him and is getting him to do his dodgy dealings. We’ve seen Dylan hiding drugs and sneaking off for drop-offs and whatever else Ray has for him. It comes after fans learned Ray had targeted Moira Dingle off the back of his deal with Robert Sugden.
Emmerdale spoilers have appeared to confirm who new villain Ray will target in the village, amid him being in cahoots with Dylan(Image: ITV)
So far on the show, Dylan’s return led to the news he was in cahoots with Ray. Ray had sent him and someone else to scope out Moira’s farm to check if Robert was lying about there being no more weed in the barns.
Dylan was injured and is now recovering at the home of Mandy and Paddy, who have taken him in. They of course no idea about his secret visits with Ray, who is giving him money and lining him up with dodgy jobs.
Dylan clearly wants out though and on Tuesday, fans saw the character rumbled over his link to the break-in at Moira’s. He was confronted but it was agreed that the police, and Moira, would not be told.
As for Ray, Dylan told him about Paddy and Mandy as well as his blossoming relationship with April Windsor. Claiming he didn’t want to take advantage, he also wanted to spend some time in the village.
So he told Ray he didn’t want to do the latest job on offer. Ray seemed fine with it as Dylan told him he wouldn’t be able to help this time, with Ray agreeing to ask someone else.
Ray is now targeting April(Image: ITV)
But when Dylan was away from him, it was clear Ray was spying on him and April. His true intentions became clear when Ray was shown on the phone, telling someone that “sweet and innocent” April would be “of use” to them.
So Ray is now targeting April to get her involved in his criminal world – but will she be lured in? Spoilers for next week confirm Dylan reveals April has been offered a job by Ray.
It seems that there is an agreement that if April does the job, Ray will leave Dylan alone. At least that’s what the teens believe, and soon April is tasked with a drug drop by a manipulative Ray. But will she go through with it, and will Ray leave them both alone?
Betrayal, heartbreak and even a proposal are on the cards next week in soapland, with police intervening once again in Emmerdale after another explosive row. Get the lowdown.
07:00, 05 Aug 2025Updated 07:30, 05 Aug 2025
Ruby and Manpreet go head to head next week
Tension is at an all-time high in soapland next week, from the Yorkshire Dales to The Summer Bay.
In Emmerdale, Ruby and Manpreet go head to head after the village GP was exposed for her fling with Ross (played by Michael Parr), while Vinny continues to mask his concerns over his sexuality.
On ITV’s Coronation Street, Abi is keeping a secret of her own – her affair with brother-in-law Carl. But with fellow mechanic Tyrone around, their illicit romance could be blown out in the open. In happier news, one loved-up Corrie legend decides to give marriage another chance.
Meanwhile in EastEnders, Eve grows increasingly concerned for Avani and urges Suki to tell the rest of her family the truth. But how will Eve react when her best pal Stacey is caught up by her SecretCam past? Here’s what you need to know about all your favourite soaps – including Neighbours, Hollyoaks and Home and Away.
Newcomer Mike is bad news for Vinny – but what are his real intentions?
Emmerdale
Ruby (Beth Cordingly) offers to cover the Depot for Caleb (Will Ash). But after a heated confrontation with Ruby, Manpreet (Rebecca Sarker) turns up to have it out with her. Ruby brushes Manpreet off, prompting the latter to hijack a forklift and she refuses to get off until Ruby speaks to her.
Ruby stays unbothered but when Manpreet mentions Steph, Ruby attacks her. Meanwhile at The Woolpack, Caleb is convinced the Depot is in safe hands. Later, the police make an arrest.
Vinny (Bradley Johnson) chats to Mike (Macaulay Cooper) and appreciates his friendliness as their bond grows stronger. When Mike asks Vinny if he’s gay, his confusion is clear but Vinny is grateful when Mike stays supportive.
Later, Vinny’s conflicted when he arranged to meet with Mike again. The following day, Gabby (Rosie Bentham) tells Vinny she’s spending the night at a spa and Vinny receives an urgent message from Mike, who later reveals his partner has kicked him out.
But Mike quickly turns on Vinny. Elsewhere, Charles (Kevin Mathurin) is concerned about Gabby who wants his help with something she’s keeping a secret from Vinny.
Nicola (Nicola Wheeler) persuades Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) to get on dating apps and, grabbing her phone, Nicola swipes right on Kammy’s dating profile.
Vic (Isabelle Hodgins) persuades Robert (Ryan Hawley) to spend time with Harry but John decides to meddle. Meanwhile, April’s (Amelia Flanagan) 16th birthday doesn’t go as planned.
Theo struggles to cope without his children next week
Coronation Street
Theo (James Cartwright) is devastated when Todd (Gareth Pierce) shows him a photo of Theo’s family on a leaflet promoting “traditional family values.” In a fit of rage, Theo stands Todd up and trashes the builder’s yard – only for Gary (Mikey North) to catch him in the act.
Later, Theo begs Gary to stay away from Noah (Richard Winsor) as Theo doesn’t want anything to jeopardise his access to his children. But will Gary be deterred?
Carla (Alison King) and Lisa (Vicky Myers) attend a life drawing class together but their evening goes awry when Betsy (Sydney Martin) faces another crisis.
At the factory, Betsy shows Carla what she’s been working on. Later, Carla confides in Ryan that she’s going to propose to Lisa. Will she accept?
Meanwhile, Steve (Simon Gregson) calls at the flower shop with Cassie (Claire Sweeney) and reveals his solicitor has received a copy of the Preston Petals valuation and he wants what’s rightfully his – but Tracy’s (Kate Ford) fuming.
Later, Steve settles himself down in front of the TV and promises to keep an eye on Dorin. But the toddler vanishes, making everyone panic.
Elsewhere, Abi (Sally Carman) receives a text from Carl (Jonathan Howard) and feigns a migraine, telling Kevin she needs to go home. But at No.13, guilt gets the best of her and Carl suggests a drive. In the precinct, Tyrone (Alan Halsall) spots Carl in his car – but has he seen Abi?
Suki Panesar is desperate to raise Avani’s baby but Eve could still stand in her way(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
Later, Avani feels self-conscious at Amy’s hot tub party and reaches for a drink but a row ensues when Suki and Eve arrive to check on her. Avani rushes off and is followed by Eve and, after a conversation, Eve agrees to support the teen.
Meanwhile, Stacey (Lacey Turner) prepares for Lily’s return but her happiness is short-lived when Jean (Gillian Wright) and Freddie (Bobby Brazier) tell her someone has leaked her SecretCam pictures and videos online.
Stacey is convinced Joel (Max Murray) is the culprit and confronts him but Ross rushes him home. Later, Stacey gets the police involved.
Harry (Elijah Holloway) finds out that Okie (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu) and Ravi are using Kojo’s (Dayo Koleosho) flat for their illegal activities and tries to secretly intervene. But Ravi insists they need to up their game.
George (Colin Salmon) is equally concerned when Okie offers Kojo an expensive watch. But he’s grateful when Elaine (Harriet Thorpe) offers to investigate. Later, however, both Elaine and Cindy (Michelle Collins) realise there’s a new woman in George’s life.
Patrick (Rudolph Walker) returns home from hospital but he struggles with anxiety following his attack and Howie (Delroy Atkinson) feels awful when he realises how scared Patrick really is. Elsewhere, Honey (Emma Barton) prepares to apply for Mr Lister’s job and later gets bombshell news.
Rex returns to Hollyoaks next week and initiates a conversation with Ste – but how will he react?
Hollyoaks
Sienna returns home to her family and Cleo but she locks herself in the bathroom when she learns her father Jez is gone. When he arrives, Jez faces Sienna and asks her to meet in the allotment for the truth.
Mercedes finds out Bobby’s cause of death while Tony prepares for a barbecue at The Hutch – and Ste encourages him to postpone the event. Meanwhile, Rex returns but lingers in the shadows. When alone, he approaches Ste – but how will Ste react?
Andrew’s marriage with Wendy has been on shaky ground for weeks
Neighbours
Torn between two women, Andrew must reckon with his decision but when Holly is at the centre of a scandal, his moral compass later starts to stray – is his marriage in danger?
Krista and Paul butt heads under pressure but Paul later makes an effort to fix his mistake. Elsewhere, Remi faces a huge career setback while Nell is overwhelmed. And a new crisis is unfolding at the Lassiters Complex.
Home and Away
Cohen calls off his football game with Cash early, sad his mother hasn’t received his letters. But he soon gets an unexpected response. Bree frantically looks for Remy and calls the hospital.
Meanwhile, Remi wakes up next to Avalon. Dana wants to arrange a girl’s night out but Irene shuts her down – Dana then unpacks her concerns with John.
Lacey finds out the funds in the board shop accounts are empty and bankruptcy is only weeks away. Elsewhere, Jo comes clean to Tane – and he later drops a bombshell.
Emmerdale’s new farmer Celia was seen making an offer to join forces with Moira Dingle during Friday’s episode of the ITV soap, but recent hints could tease a twist
19:00, 01 Aug 2025Updated 19:20, 01 Aug 2025
Celia in Emmerdale had an offer for Moira Dingle during Friday’s episode(Image: ITV)
Celia in Emmerdale had an offer for Moira Dingle during Friday’s episode, amid the farm facing trouble.
With Moira desperate to raise the funds to keep the business going, she’s had to fend off trouble from Joe Tate and new villain Ray as well as an expensive fine after the slurry leak. So when there was an opportunity for some money, Moira took her chances – as shown in Friday’s episode that dropped on ITVX on Friday morning.
But could Celia actually be targeting Moira to help another villager? It comes as Joe was seen trying to convince Moira to sell her farm to him for Kim Tate, using dirty tactics and bribery to try and get Moira to sell up.
With Moira desperate to raise the funds to keep the business going, she’s had to fend off trouble(Image: ITV)
Moira ended up realising what was going on and called him out, refusing to sign the papers. Joe then came between Moira, her husband Cain Dingle and their family after an incident that saw Moira accidentally harm Lydia Dingle.
Moira has been panicked over the farm’s finances for a while now and this week was no different. So when potential rival and soap newcomer Celia entered her home on Friday with some news, Moira was initially unsure.
Celia soon pleaded her case, and revealed her rent had been hiked up by landlord Kim and she wasn’t pleased. She turned to Moira and suggested, amid Moira’s own issue with the Tates, they pretty much team up.
With a possible new business venture, she offered Moira the chance to supply meat to a posh hotel restaurant. According to Celia the restaurant needed beef and poultry, but she only had the latter.
Knowing Moira could meet the other end of the deal, she claimed she knew Moira needed the money and offered the help, no doubt wanting to get back at the Tates too. Moira thought about it and eventually agreed to the deal.
Emmerdale’s new farmer Celia was seen making an offer to join forces with Moira Dingle (Image: ITV)
Joe was obviously unimpressed by this, while fans were thrilled to see the two farmers seemingly team up. That said, could Celia actually be working with someone to target Moira, and could she be up to something?
Recently, Moira actress Natalie J Robb hinted to press that there could be more to it while there’s also every chance it’s a legit deal. She said: “She starts a kind of different approach, she starts to befriend her and Moira actually quite likes her in the end.
“The question is, Celia could be working with someone else to try and push her out, but it’s whether Celia will stick with that. She’s a force to be reckoned with, she’s not somebody you would go against!”
The show based on a famous gothic novel was adapted for the BBC in a 2014 miniseries and it stars a familiar face from Downton Abbey.
Jessica Brown Findlay plays Mary and Jessica Brown Findlay plays Jem(Image: BBC)
BBC enthusiasts have been left gobsmacked by a period drama miniseries they’re calling a “masterpiece” – and it’s crafted from the pages of a novel by a “queen of the genre”. The gothic tale of Jamaica Inn, penned by Daphne Du Maurier in 1936, has been brought to life in a gripping 2014 adaptation.
Set against the backdrop of 1821, Jamaica Inn spins the story of Mary Yellan, who after the heartbreak of losing her mother, goes to live with her aunt at the eponymous coaching inn in Cornwall. However, Mary soon discovers the inn’s lack of guests hides a dark secret, as she stumbles upon a nest of criminal dealings and finds herself entangled in romance with a dashing petty thief.
The series features Downton Abbey star Jessica Brown Findlay portraying the intrepid Mary and Matthew McNulty as her roguish love interest Jem Merlyn, joined by Emmerdale‘s own Danny Miller and Andrew Scarborough.
BBC fans are raving over a ‘beautiful’ period drama(Image: BBC)
One critique read: “This adaptation struck the right mood, it seemed to me – dark and subtly sinister.”
Another viewer was enchanted, describing it as “dark and beautiful”, and adding: “Very beautiful adaptation of the Du Maurier classic novel to a TV mini-series. There is a reason why Hitchcock directed this back in 1939. The atmosphere set is hypnotic at times.
“The music is well-chosen. It sets the right mood. When I first read the book, I imagined the setting to be similar but not quite as beautiful as shown here.”
The series received mixed reviews at the time(Image: BBC)
The New York Times lauded the novel behind the adaptation, hailing it as a work by “the queen of the form”, and an ideal read for “readers of Gothic thrillers”.
Jamaica Inn is no stranger to screen adaptations; its most renowned version was Alfred Hitchcock’s 1939 film.
The story also graced television screens in an ITV miniseries back in 1983 with Jane Seymour taking the lead, and it even crossed over into French television with a TV movie in 1995.
Jamaica Inn is available to stream on ITV Premium.
Emmerdale viewers are convinced that three characters could bring an end to John Sugden in a ‘final showdown’ with another sad death also predicted on the ITV soap
17:15, 29 Jul 2025Updated 18:13, 29 Jul 2025
Emmerdale viewers are convinced that three characters could bring an end to John Sugden(Image: ITV)
With one character onto the killer and no going back, and a “life-changing” storyline on the way for two characters linked to him, fans think it’s all about to come to a head. We have another resident dangerously close to unravelling the dark truth about John too, and fans think it’s only a matter of time before his criminal ways come to light.
Robert Sugden wasted no time in deciding his long-lost brother John was a “creep” and a baddie when they met just a few months ago. A showdown in prison amid their rivalry over Aaron Dingle, John’s husband and Robert’s ex-husband, left Robert unnerved.
He was determined to expose John to everyone, sensing something wasn’t right with him and that he was hiding something dark. Since then, he’s remained on the case to figure out what John is capable of.
John didn’t help matters by threatening his sibling, but that said he’s won over the entire village who have no idea the things he’s done. He’s targeted a number of residents over the past year, from drugging people, to causing a deliberate allergic reaction and even killing Nate Robinson.
Robert Sugden wasted no time in deciding his long-lost brother John was a “creep”(Image: ITV)
He framed a character for a harassment campaign he’d set up, and all of this was to play the hero as well as be needed by those in the village. It paid off and no one, asides Robert is suspicious.
At one point Mackenzie Boyd was and he became an enemy of the character, only to pay the price and be blamed for a slurry leak on his sister Moira Dingle’s farm. John feigned support and Mack believed he was a good guy and left him alone.
But Robert is slowly unravelling John’s behaviour, and he isn’t the only one. Paddy Kirk is volunteering on a helpline, the very helpline a guilty John has been messaging and calling after struggling with his guilt.
Paddy is the exact person who has been messaging John, urging him to open up and speak over the phone. Neither of them realise yet who they are speaking to, but surely it’s only a matter of time before one or both of them figure it out, and if John confesses to a crime or two before then, the game could be up.
Factoring all this in, fans are convinced it will be these three characters, Mack, Paddy and Robert, who ultimately put the pieces of the puzzle together and expose John. They think events will lead to a “final showdown” and that the trio will team up and end his reign of terror.
At one point Mackenzie Boyd became an enemy of the character(Image: ITV)
Some fans think Aaron will figure it out too and could be someone who brings his own husband down, while Cain Dingle and Victoria Sugden have also been suggested. It’s clear Robert is a threat to John, just like Mack once was, so will he put a stop to his investigation?
Could Robert or even Mack lose their life in a last death, given Aaron and Mack’s mystery upcoming storyline? Taking to social media, one fan theorised: “Robert is obviously suspicious, but won’t be believed. And obviously, he only has an instinct that John is a wrong ‘un, and a belief that there’s police have got it wrong about Nate’s death.
“He’s a long way from understanding what has really been going on. I think they’d is still a role for Mack to play in exposing all John’s secrets (and presumably Paddy, too). There’d be great drama in seeing Mack, Rob and Paddy all coming together to save Aaron in some big final showdown.”
Viewers of Emmerdale think they’ve sussed out how the John Sugden storyline will end amid Paddy’s twist(Image: ITV)
Another fan said: “I hope he ends up confessing to Paddy via the helpline chat thing and Paddy works with Robert to piece it together.” A third viewer predicted: “I actually think it will be Paddy, Mack, Aaron or Vic. And later Robert will be like I told you so.
“I’m enjoying the storyline and can’t wait to wait it all play out.” As of the possible final kill, another fan commented: “I wouldn’t be surprised if John kills Mack when he’s about to be exposed, being caught by Aaron. And then Aaron is kidnapped by John, leading to a Robert, Cain and Paddy team up.”
ITV executives are said to be preparing to axe one in 10 cast members from both Coronation Street and Emmerdale as part of fresh cost-cutting measures
01:52, 27 Jul 2025Updated 01:53, 27 Jul 2025
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Emmerdale Village, featuring the Woolpack pub
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Emmerdale, is a British ITV long running soap opera, known as Emmerdale Farm until 1989, set in Emmerdale, a fictional village in the Yorkshire Dales. It was created by Kevin Laffan and was first broadcast on 16 October 1972. It was originally produced by ITV Yorkshire and is still filmed in their Leeds studios.
ITV chiefs are reportedly planning sweeping cast reductions across their two premier soaps, with proposals to cut one in ten performers as part of new budget-slashing initiatives.
Both Coronation Street and Emmerdale may also witness fewer scenes per episode as ITV seeks to trim an additional £15 million from its overall spending, according to The Sun.
The broadcaster’s earnings have allegedly plummeted by 44 per cent to £99 million during the first six months of the year, sparking a fresh drive to curb production expenses.
Insiders suggest bosses are now pressing soap creators to reduce their escalating costs, with cast sizes being a primary target for scrutiny.
Coronation Street presently features 84 regular cast members, whilst Emmerdale boasts 70, reports the Express.
ITV bosses are said to be preparing major cast cuts across their two flagship soaps(Image: Getty)
An insider revealed: “It’s brutal. We’ve known it was on the cards for a while, but they’re really cranking it up now and it’s across the soaps.
“They’re looking to save millions and Corrie and Emmerdale are the obvious places. They’re very expensive shows.
“Many who have been there for a long time are reliant on their income staying as it is.
“The amount of cast has spiralled out of control and focusing on dialogue, not action, could also save money.”
Industry sources have also hinted that the number of scenes per episode – currently averaging around 20 – might be reduced to lower filming expenses.
Fewer personalities could also feature in individual episodes to help maintain tighter budgets.
While some long-standing cast members are on full-time contracts with salaries, most are paid per episode, which means that reducing screen time or overall scenes could significantly cut costs.
These proposed changes come as ITV makes cuts across its daytime schedule. Good Morning Britain, Lorraine, This Morning and Loose Women have all reportedly been affected, with hundreds of staff being made redundant in recent months.
In response to reports of soap cast reductions, an ITV spokesperson stated: “This is complete speculation.”
Emmerdale has released a spoiler clip for next week that reveals John Sugden targets his brother Robert Sugden, getting Robert’s former enemy Ross Barton involved
Amid his plan to destroy his brother who is onto his dark crimes, he places a listening device inside his home and soon enough has some dirt on him. It’s not revealed what he finds out, but it seems a new preview has teased what it could be linked to.
John sets up some drama with Robert’s former enemy of sorts Ross Barton. In the clip for next week, airing towards the end of the week and after John’s discovery, Ross is let in on something Robert is hiding.
In the clip John watches Ross as he walks through the village, and then pretends that he’s rushed over to him – while he’s clearly been biding his time. John then fakes “bottling it” as Ross questions what he wants.
Ross looks confused as John suddenly goes to leave, just after stopping him in the village. Ross tells him to spit it out, telling him he can’t rush off after all that and that he clearly has something to tell him.
Emmerdale has released a spoiler clip for next week that reveals John Sugden targets his brother Robert Sugden(Image: ITV)
It’s then that John feigns worry about letting slip what he knows, before telling Ross “he has a right to know” It’s then that he reveals it’s “about his brother” clearly meaning Robert. Ross’ face darkens and he demands answers, asking John: “What’s he done now?”. Robert is often up to no good and causing drama, so of course Ross would expect he’s done something bad, and he wouldn’t be surprised by this either.
John has deliberately targeted Ross as the person to tell whatever it is he knows, knowing how Ross will react towards Robert. But what is it about?
It has to be linked to Ross, otherwise why would John get him involved? Could it be linked to Seb, Robert’s son and Ross’ stepson? Or is it more than likely linked to what happened with new villain Ray just weeks ago?
Ross and his brother Lewis Barton were horrified to find Lewis’ cannabis plants, being harvested at the farm, were stolen. Few people knew about them, with Lewis having specific purposes for the plants.
John sets up some drama with Robert’s former enemy of sorts Ross Barton(Image: ITV)
Mackenzie Boy was initially blamed for the theft, after he told villain Ray about the weed. Mack protested his innocence though, and both Lewis and Ross realised he wasn’t behind it.
Viewers were let in on the twist though, and we saw Robert selling the drugs to Ray having stolen them from Lewis. So is this what John has found out, and is this what he tells Ross?
Spoilers had recently teased Ross was onto Robert and would confront him about it all. Maybe John, and Ross, now have evidence that Robert was to blame. Spoilers for next week revealed Ross would find out John had information about Robert.
There’s also Robert’s lies to Ross’ aunt Moira Dingle about his reasons for buying the land from her. So cold this be what John has uncovered and passed onto Ross, and will Moira learn the truth?
Emmerdale’s latest episode saw Joe Tate’s lies to Moira Dingle rumbled by her, leading to her refusing to agree to a deal to seel her fam to Kim Tate despite initial plans
19:45, 25 Jul 2025Updated 19:54, 25 Jul 2025
There was quite the discovery about Joe Tate on Emmerdale on Friday(Image: ITV)
There was quite the discovery about Joe Tate on Emmerdale on Friday, and Moira Dingle wasn’t standing for it.
Just this week the character learned from Joe that Kim Tate wanted to buy her farm. Joe claimed Kim had no intention to turn the land into a housing development or anything other than a farm, with a rather good offer on the table for farmer Moira.
Moira has faced losing her beloved home and business ever since the slurry leak months ago. With fines to pay and the farm not doing well at all, Moira has had to consider selling up. Moira already agreed to sell Annie Sugden’s land around the farm to Robert Sugden recently after his fake claims of wanting to carry in the family legacy.
Fans know he was actually planning to tell it onto Kim, while that plan fell apart this week with Robert changing his mind. As for the farm, Moira came to the decision to consider Kim’s offer which was shared to her by Joe, after another update from the water company brought the news Moira’s appeal had been rejected.
Emmerdale’s latest episode saw Joe Tate’s lies to Moira Dingle rumbled by he(Image: ITV)
With Moira told by Joe she could remain as a tenant but they wanted ownership, she was keen – unaware that Joe was lying and planned to get the family out. While it was only a hint, he suggested a loophole would likely lead to her losing her home.
After Noel from the water board advised Moira that her appeal to get the fines called off had been rejected, she was left believing her only option was to sell. That was until Friday when she found out Joe was in cahoots with someone.
But it’s not Kim that Joe is working with to get his hands on the farm, and instead it was none other than Noel. Joe bribed the character to keep up the punishment hoping it would encourage Moira to give in and sell up.
Moira caught them in the act though, hearing them discussing the matter just as she was about to sign over the ownership. Realising she was being duped, she wasted no time in returning the unsigned papers and admitting what she’d found out.
Joe was in cahoots with Noel(Image: ITV)
Joe was mortified to realise he’d scuppered up his own dark plans, but soon he was back to threats. Moira stood her ground though, telling him she knew exactly what he was up to and how she wasn’t going to let him get away with it so easily.
She told her husband Cain all about it, who called Joe a snake. As Joe showed up at the farm and they continued their showdown, Moira let rip.
Moira said “she’d rather go under than sell to Kim”, while Joe told her the offer was still on the table but not for long. Moira was once again left with a decision to make but what will she do?
Unbeknownst to her though Joe was ready with his next move. He told Dawn Taylor that Moira was going to learn that “he gets what he wants” and that he was prepared to do whatever it takes to get it.
Mark Womack is back on our screens tonight in Unforgivable but he previously played a major villain in one of Britain’s top soaps.
Mark Womack previously starred on Emmerdale as corrupt copper DI Mark Malone
Mark Womack is back on our screens tonight in Unforgivable, and will be seen alongside Anna Friel and Anna Maxwell Martin when the new drama premieres on BBC Two. The actor, 64, is no stranger to the small screen, having appeared in episodes of Judge John Deed, Vera, and Silent Witness over the years.
Throughout 2020, he appeared as DI Mark Malone on ITV’s Emmerdale and turned up in the village to investigate the shooting of Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter). Over time, it became apparent that his character was corrupt and, as the boss of Will Taylor (Dean Andrews), decided to blackmail his colleague, along with Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) and Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle), into joining forces with him. He later started up an affair with Harriet Finch (Katherine Dow Blyton). When Harriet is about to get married to Will, Will decides to try framing Will for possession of drugs, but Will found out and bludgeoned his boss with a spanner.
He spent six months in the Dales during 2020 before being killed off
Speaking about his character at the time, Mark said: “In a different world he would quite like Dawn, he probably thinks she is ballsy. That relationship has never been given the chance to form, and what he hates is people who betray him.
“Even though there is no relationship with Dawn, in his head once someone betrays you especially in the way that she does it, she compromises everything, his future, his plans it’s unforgivable.”
His final appearance on the show came in August 2020, and Mark has since been seen in an episode of Moving On and then became a regular in The Responder opposite Martin Freeman, Adelayo Adedayo and Shameless star Warren Brown.
Unforgivable is a powerful new drama penned by the legendary Cracker and Time screenwriter Jimmy McGovern and amongst its stellar cast also features Adolescence child star Austin Haynes. The drama arrives on BBCiPlayer from 6am on Thursday 24 July, with episodes kicking off on BBC Two, from 9pm that same evening.
Mark Womack and Samantha Janus(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Set in Liverpool, the production follows the lives of the Mitchell family, who have been dealing with the aftermath of grooming and sexual abuse. After serving a two-year jail sentence, Bobby Schofield, the person who committed the disturbing crimes, was released from prison. Bobby is ordered to carry out a residential rehabilitation programme upon his release, to understand through therapy what may have led him to commit such an awful crime.
The series aims to understand all viewpoints and how abuse can impact every single person within a family setting. “Unforgivable examines the extensive ripple effect of abuse from multiple perspectives and how those involved can try to move forwards in the midst of the devastation,” explained the BBC.
Its synopsis reads: “Having served his prison sentence, Joe (Bobby Schofield) arrives at St Maura’s, an institution which offers him a home and rehabilitation after his release.
With the support of Katherine ( Anna Maxwell Martin ), an ex-nun, Joe undertakes therapy sessions in the hope of understanding what led him to commit the abuse.” The overview further states: “Simultaneously, his sister, Anna (Anna Friel), is dealing with the enormous impact that Joe’s crime has had on her family – her sons, Tom (Austin Haynes) and Peter (Finn McParland), and her father, Brian (David Threlfall).”
Unforgivable will air on BBC Two at 9pm this Thursday and will be available on BBC iPlayer from the same day.
Moira Dingle has thrown several punches throughout her years in Emmerdale. But Natalie J Robb, who portrays her, remembers one real-life fight that left her injured.
Emmerdale legend Natalie J Robb revealed she was once involved in a huge fight
She’s survived a brain tumour, kept Cain steady through the heartbreak of Nate’s death, and somehow held her family together.
Emmerdale’s Moira Dingle is about to face even more drama. “It’s all kicking off,” says Natalie J Robb, who plays the farmer. “She’s still in recovery, her tumour was only diagnosed last year.”
Moira has stood strong for hubby Cain, who’s still reeling after the discovery of Nate’s body in a lake. “She knows what it’s like to lose a child, so she knows the pain he’s feeling,” Natalie says, referring to the death of Moira’s daughter Holly. “But there’s just so many different emotions going on.”
Guilt is one of them. Before Nate’s death, he was beaten by Cain – fuelled by a rumour that Moira tried to kiss him. Believing Nate and Moira’s old affair had sparked again, Cain lashed out. “That fight they had,” Natalie says, “Moira believes she caused it.”
Moira is well-known for her intensity and her strong temper and fans often tell Natalie they wish they had Moira’s fire. In some ways, Natalie gets it.
Raised just outside Glasgow, she was a tomboy in a farming community. “There were more boys than there were girls. I didn’t get on with girls,” she admits. “I was into playing football.”
But life was tough early on – Natalie was picked on by other girls and sometimes, it was brutal. “I was walking home from school one night,” she says.
“I had a bit of a black eye, my lip was bleeding. My mum said, ‘Come with me.’ She dragged me to one of the girls’ house and said, ‘You’re going to fight her one-to-one.’”
The fight was stopped before it escalated but the lesson stuck. “I was terribly shy and quite sensitive,” she says. “But I’ve definitely changed. Maybe Moira has helped.”
Joe drops a bombshell on Moira, leaving the future of her farm in the balance
Now, the Dingle-Barton clan is about to be dealt another blow. Joe Tate’s gunning for Moira’s land, hoping to hand it over to Kim Tate, his step-grandmother.
“Moira can be a bit crazy, fierce and protective,” says Natalie. “But she’s a fair woman when it comes to farming and her business. What they’re trying to do to her is awful, it’s really bad. Her hands are tied.”
Butlers Farm is already struggling but losing it would leave Moira and Cain homeless. “The outcome is going to be much worse,” Natalie says.
“Ultimately, she thinks they’re going to have to sell. But Joe tells her fibs about her being a tenant farmer. She’s going to try to do everything to save it. But working with Joe? He gets right under Moira’s skin.”
As pressure mounts, Cain also locks horns with his brother Sam – who works for Kim and is friends with her through wife Lydia. Things boil over when two intruders are found hiding in Moira’s barn. Cain blames Joe, and tensions erupt.
“I go to punch Joe Tate, but as I do that, I punch Lydia in the ear,” Natalie says. “It’s very convoluted but it creates a big rift betweenSam and Cain.”
Luckily, the off-screen atmosphere is far calmer. Natalie and Jeff Hordley (Cain) have been filming together for over a decade. “We can work together with our eyes shut,” she says.
“We have a nice friendship and a good working relationship. But it was also nice to work with Ned Porteous, who plays Joe,and do things with Home Farm. It’s been talked about for a while, they’ve always wanted this land. They want the land for access, they don’t care about the farm.”
For Natalie, the storyline hits close to home. “I’ve got some farmer friends, they said that is the way it’s going a lot of the time. They’re making a lot of tenant farmers so they work their land,” she says.
“But they don’t have the same responsibility. It’s not theirs anymore, which is really sad. Farmers are a different breed, they have a different mindset and they don’t have time to mess around. They’re survivors. Even Jeremy Clarkson realises now how hard it is.”
Emmerdale has signed up EastEnders and Slow Horses actor Chris Coghill who will play new character Kev, who has a secret link to another villager paving the way for huge scenes
A new Emmerdale character has been confirmed, with a former EastEnders star signing up for the role(Image: ITV/REX/Shutterstock)
A new Emmerdale character has been confirmed, with a former EastEnders star signing up for the role.
New mystery character Kev will debut on the ITV soap in September, and it’s soon revealed he is linked to another villager. Not only that, but more than one character will feature in big scenes as Kev’s arrival has “major repercussions”.
Actor Chris Coghill, who played EastEnders villain Tony King, has confirmed he will be playing Kev as he teased what was on the cards. Soap producer Laura Shaw also promised big scenes ahead, as the character first appears to be someone who is lost.
He’ll be shown looking for directions, and soon enough we learn who he is looking for and why he wants to see them. The character, yet to be revealed, is said to have “a strong connection” to Kev in a storyline yet to be detailed.
There’s clearly a past between them, but fans will just have to wait and see who it is and what Kev wants. Fans can expect “shockwaves” to hit the village in another big plot for the ITV soap.
Emmerdale has signed up EastEnders and Slow Horses actor Chris Coghill who will play new character Kev(Image: ITV)
Speaking about joining the show, actor Chris teased his mysterious character would “shake things up”. He said: “I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I’m looking forward to getting cracking!”
Soap producer Laura spilled: “We are delighted that someone of Chris’ calibre has joined our cast. I think the viewers will be intrigued to see how the character of Kev will cause shockwaves this autumn.
“Kev has a strong connection to one of our characters and it’s safe to say his arrival is going to be a massive surprise that will have major repercussions for some of our villagers.” More will be revealed closer to the time.
As well as his well known stint in EastEnders, actor Chris has also had other big roles in shows including Slow Horses, The Bay and Shameless. He’s now heading to the Dales, and fans can see his debut at the end of September.
Actor Chris Coghill played EastEnders villain Tony King(Image: BBC)
He isn’t the only new face in the village, with recent arrivals including new villain Ray played by actor Joe Absolom, and new farmer Celia played by actress Jaye Griffiths. Both characters have brought trouble to the village, and this is set to continue over the next few months.
There’s also a big episode on the way featuring characters Aaron Dingle and Mackenzie Boyd this September. A huge plot will air across a big week of episodes, with it said a special set has been built for filming.
Emmerdale’s John Sugden came close to confessing to killing Nate Robinson on Thursday night, and as he struggled it seemed one character was onto his dark crimes
Emmerdale’s John Sugden came close to confessing to killing Nate Robinson on Thursday night(Image: ITV)
One scene on Emmerdale on Thursday could have shown the moment a character was onto John Sugden amid Nate Robinson’s funeral.
The villain was tasked with reading the eulogy of his murder victim in front of Nate’s family who remain unaware of his dark betrayal. But John very nearly cracked, telling them all: “I’m so sorry,” as he struggled through the words written by Nate’s wife Tracy Robinson.
He commented on the fact the death was tearing them all apart and how it had clearly impacted them, as he began to tremble with the guilt becoming too much. So much so, one character in particular looked pretty suspicious.
Another character also seemed concerned when John said he “couldn’t do this” referring to reading the eulogy. Moira Dingle, Nate’s stepmother, seemed visibly shocked and almost suspicious – as did John’s partner Aaron Dingle.
But it was someone else, sat at the back of the room, who repeatedly pulled faced and looked confused if not suspicious of John’s behaviour. DS Walsh attended the funeral, leaving Tracy unnerved given she had become a suspect in her husband’s demise.
One scene on Emmerdale on Thursday could have shown the moment a character was onto John Sugden(Image: ITV)
But she was not the only one rattled by the detective showing up, now doubt wanting to see if any of the funeral guests slipped up and revealed themselves as the killer. John was seen horrified to see her there, and couldn’t stop looking at her as he gave the speech.
As John got up to talk to the mourners, he started reading Tracy’s words to her late husband. He suddenly stopped unable to carry on, before speaking to everyone about their grief.
With his guilt shining through, it seemed he could confess and crack at any moment. As this was happening, DS Walsh was watching on intrigued.
As John quivered and faced breaking down in tears, she began to change her expression. She was seen squinting and turning her head, almost as if to question what was happening.
Moira Dingle, Nate’s stepmother, seemed visibly shocked and almost suspicious(Image: ITV)
She was clearly confused over his behaviour and his sudden emotion for a man he barely knew. So was this the moment Walsh realised John, who she’d interrogated weeks earlier, could be a key suspect?
After all, detectives are supposed to spot these things especially when it comes to body language. So might this be the moment John exposed himself as a killer to the lead detective on the case?
Walsh had spoken with John after Nate’s body had been found, as it became apparent John had been one of the last people, if not the last, to see him alive. John was the one telling everyone Nate had fled for Shetland, so if Walsh cracks onto his guilt and puts the pieces together, it could spell the end for John.
Emmerdale fans think Robert Sugden has teamed up with a villager, but they don’t think it’s Kim Tate despite their ongoing secret plan that is set to be revisited next week
20:15, 16 Jul 2025Updated 20:15, 16 Jul 2025
Robert Sugden has caused plenty of drama since his epic Emmerdale return (Image: ITV)
Robert Sugden has caused plenty of drama since his epic Emmerdale return just months ago.
Ryan Hawley sent viewers into meltdown with his surprise comeback after six years away, with Robert gatecrashing his ex-husband Aaron Dingle’s wedding to John Sugden, who happens to be Robert’s long-lost brother. Since his return to the village after his prison release, he’s struck up a feud with John, has planned to reunite with Aaron and he’s been back to his dodgy ways.
Striking up deals with drug dealer Ray and Home Farm owner Kim Tate, he’s wronged Moira Dingle and the Bartons and sparked plenty of chaos. But as he continues to plot and “bring mayhem” to the village, fans think he could be in cahoots with another villager in secret.
In fact, there’s two characters that fans are sure John could secretly be working or scheming with. Currently, Robert has led Moira to believe he wants to buy her farm land from her as it once belonged to his grandmother Annie Sugden.
Claiming he wanted to carry on his late father Jack Sugden’s legacy, he revealed he was keen to work on the land and offered Moira a price. Moira was keen with this, unaware he was lying to her face.
Emmerdale fans think Robert Sugden has teamed up with a villager, maybe Celia(Image: ITV)
Robert wasted no time in telling Kim everything, about how he made Moira think he wanted the land for personal reasons. The pair then toasted their deal, as it emerged Robert was getting his hands on the land to then sell on to Kim.
This plot continues next week, but there seems to be some second thoughts. Robert realises just how desperate Kim is to get her hands on the land, and that land in particular.
It sparks alarm bells and makes him wonder what her true plan is, and what she might be hiding. He decides to do some digging to figure out what Kim is up to, and what the significance is of getting that land.
But will he pull out of the deal completely, and is Robert being screwed over? Viewers think he could be panicked because he’s actually teamed up with someone else.
Kim twist or not, fans do think that Robert has secretly teamed up with one of two characters. Viewers are questioning if new farmer Celia is working with Robert on something, perhaps linked to the land or even against Moira.
Is Robert working with Caleb?(Image: ITV)
She knew who he was in their first meeting, claiming to know all about the Sugdens. But might they have already met? Then there’s Caleb Miligan who initially gave Robert a job at his warehouse before changing his mind.
With him an enemy of Kim and always looking for a new business opportunity, could he and Robert be in cahoots? Taking to social media one fan said: “I think Robert will now do a deal with Celia and that’s how she’ll become more integrated.
“I don’t buy him buying a shed and some cows! But also wondering if Robert is somehow doing something undercover for Caleb.” Another said: “Robert and Celia would be a good twist, typical Robert scamming the person he’s scamming with – there was that moment where Celia knew Robert/the Sugdens wasn’t there.”
As drama continues to unfold in the Yorkshire Dales, there’s no better time to join the Mirror’s Emmerdale WhatsApp community for all the latest twists, secrets, and betrayals delivered straight to your phone
16:17, 16 Jul 2025Updated 16:17, 16 Jul 2025
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In recent episodes, fans have been treated to a host of gripping storylines – including the recent discovery of Nate Robinson’s body in a lake, after he was accidentally killed by John Sugden last September. This has teased some big twists ahead and it could lead to the downfall of John who sets a plan in motion.
Meanwhile, the villainous Dr Crowley continues to target the Tate family, blackmailing Joe into stealing money from his step grandmother Kim – using the secret of Joe’s illegal kidney transplant and threatening harm towards his love interest Dawn Taylor. Another bombshell hit the village when Charity Dingle said she would be a surrogate for granddaughter Sarah Sugden, while Bear Wolf continues to concern viewers with his spiralling behaviour.
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As Midsomer Murders continues to be a hit, some fans may be wondering why Daniel Casey left the show – but he is now set to return in a new role in a stage adaptation
John Nettles and Daniel Casey tackle a string of murder mysteries
ITV’s beloved series Midsomer Murders is treating fans to a nostalgic trip with reruns starring Daniel Casey, who became a household name as Gavin Troy, DCI Tom Barnaby’s (John Nettles) original sidekick.
He left the show in 2003 but made a brief return for Cully’s (Laura Howard) wedding in season 11.
Fans are still mourning his exit as he became one of the murder mystery show’s most iconic characters.
Speaking to Saga magazine, Casey revealed his departure was about seeking new challenges.
He said: “I was just aware I didn’t want to stay with the same thing for too long and I wanted to branch out.”
Despite moving on, he fondly remembers his time on the show, especially working with Nettles: “I had a fantastic time,” he reminisced.
“John and I got on really well, from the first day really.”
In a thrilling twist for fans, reports from May 2025 indicate that Casey will be returning to the world of Midsomer Murders, not on screen but on stage, in ‘The Killings at Badger’s Drift’, where he’ll intriguingly step into the shoes of Tom Barnaby, not as his former character Gavin Troy.
In a recent chat with Norwich Theatre, the actor shared his astonishment at returning to the Midsomer universe: “I never expected to revisit the world of Midsomer, with its weird and wonderful characters and all their dark, twisted secrets.”
Daniel Casey is returning to Midsomer Murders on the stage(Image: GETTY)
He expressed his excitement about taking on a new challenge: “So to be asked to play the iconic role of Detective Chief Inspector Barnaby in this new stage adaptation of The Killings at Badger’s Drift was a real surprise.”
Further reflecting on his past experiences, he added: “It has brought back some wonderful memories of such a happy time in my career playing Sgt Troy and the fantastic time I had working with the amazing John Nettles and to be stepping into his shoes as Barnaby is both a little daunting and incredibly exciting.”
Emmerdale spoilers have teased some major twists and turns from killer John Sugden potentially being rumbled by a surprising character, to Nate Robinson’s family being given shocking news
00:01, 15 Jul 2025Updated 00:02, 15 Jul 2025
More than one character could be onto Emmerdale killer John Sugden next week(Image: ITV)
More than one character could be onto Emmerdale killer John Sugden next week, as spoilers tease an unlikely person could rumble the truth.
It comes as Nate Robinson’s ‘real killer’ is unmasked, when the police deliver some shocking news. His family learn who ‘really’ killed him, but it isn’t John who gets named by detectives or who even confesses to the crime.
There’s big twists ahead and it could lead to the downfall of John who sets a plan in motion. While it kicks off perfectly a couple of errors could unravel the whole thing, and see him exposed for two murders.
More is to be revealed, by spoilers detail some big twists in the fallout to John orchestrating framing newcomer Owen for Nate’s death. John accidentally killed Nate in September and dumped his body in the lake, with it only discovered weeks ago.
Amid his family coming to terms with his death and people being blamed, Owen, who was recently seen drugging Robert Sugden before trying to flee with him, makes a return to the village. Robert’s brother John turned him away then and saved Robert, and in upcoming scenes he’s shown kicking him out of the doctors surgery.
Emmerdale spoilers have teased some major twists and turns (Image: ITV)
But it seems upcoming scenes will show him setting up Owen, claiming he has confessed to Nate’s murder. This is delved into next week when detectives reveal they have a confession and even a motive, or a story of what happened between Owen and Nate.
In a dark twist though Owen is dead, with him believed to have taken his own life. Liam Cavanagh heads to the patient’s address and is concerned by a lack of response, with the police soon arriving and finding him dead.
When a detective finds a ‘suicide note’ on his laptop with a written confession to killing Nate, John’s plan seems to be working. So Has he struck again and killed Owen, before pinning Nate’s murder on him? More importantly, will the story be bought?
When Nate’s dad Cain Dingle and wife Tracy Robinson are told the news they are struggling to process the information. John then acts shocked about the ongoing events, and when Robert finds out he’s left shaken especially given what happened with Owen just weeks ago.
But all this does is raise his suspicions over John given the coincidence that Owen is apparently involved. He decides to investigate, especially when he learns John has been at Owen’s house right before he died.
Spoilers tease an unlikely person could rumble the truth(Image: ITV)
Robert sets up a meeting with Owen’s brother Steve, and is left reeling to uncover Owen ‘can’t have killed Nate’ as he had a tight alibi for the day he was killed. Robert heads to the police station, claiming to have new information about Nate’s murder – but what will he reveal and will John be exposed?
It might not be Robert who exposes his killer brother though, as Paddy Kirk could be about to rumble the truth in a surprising twist. We know that John has been struggling with what he did to Nate and has turned to a helpline numerous times.
He’s gotten close to spilling the beans and it’s been teased that he may break, and may give away what he’s done. This continues next week when he once again makes contact, but it seems he’s been messaging them and not actually speaking on the phone.
Next week, his volunteer suggests a call rather than a message, which would give away his voice. So when it’s revealed next week that Paddy is volunteering on a crisis helpline, surely this could be a major hint that he is the volunteer John is messaging, and if yes then surely it’s only a matter of time before Paddy hears John’s voice and realises what’s going on.
As for Robert next week, he’s still causing drama as he continues to plot behind Moira Dingle’s back after convincing her to sell him the farm – while in cahoots with Kim Tate. With Robert then planning to sign over to Kim, he’s stopped in his tracks by her desperation and senses she is hiding something.
Robert Sugden is onto John(Image: ITV)
Kim tells Joe Tate no one can find out their plans, so Robert does some digging to see what she’s after the land but soon Kim flees to Dubai. With it left in Joe’s hands, who goes to see Moira and reiterates Kim’s offer to buy the farm.
Moira has a difficult decision to make but what will she do and what is Kim up to? Elsewhere next week, Marlon Dingle is gutted when daughter April Windsor refuses to return to college and there’s drama for Mack Boyd and Charity Dingle.
When Mack finds out his wife has offered to be her granddaughter Sarah’s surrogate without even telling him he’s aghast, and it leads to an explosive argument. It’s Eric Pollard who’s told Mack all, leaving his grandson Jacob Gallagher furious.
Soon Eric tells him and Sarah he’s worried about her shortened life expectancy, and that’s why he’s sabotaging things. Mack and Charity can’t come to an agreement meanwhile, and soon he gives her an ultimatum: it’s the surrogacy or their marriage. So will the pair split for good?
Emmerdale’s Joe Tate threatened Dr Crowley amid his plan to fleece Kim Tate being revealed on the ITV soap on Monday night, but could someone else trigger his downfall?
19:55, 14 Jul 2025Updated 20:15, 14 Jul 2025
There’s trouble on Emmerdale as Dr Crowley continued to target Joe Tate and Kim Tate(Image: ITV)
There’s trouble on Emmerdale as Dr Crowley continued to target Joe Tate and Kim Tate, but could a downfall be set?
Viewers learned last week that Kim’s mystery new man Eddie was in fact Joe’s surgeon and accomplice Crowley. He’d helped Joe steal a kidney, operating on him and performing the transplant after Joe had his own uncle Caleb Miligan stabbed.
He needed the kidney to survive after being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease and instead of going through the usual process, he stole Caleb’s. Crowley was mortified by this and disappeared in the days that followed.
Now he’s back for revenge, with him threatening Joe last week and revealing he was after Kim’s money. He wants Joe to steal the money from Kim and send it to him, so he can flee.
On Monday night Joe refused and pulled a shotgun on Crowley. But Crowley saw right through him and knowing he would not pull the trigger, he pushed the rifle away and left.
Emmerdale’s Joe Tate threatened Dr Crowley amid his plan to fleece Kim Tate (Image: ITV)
Soon Joe realised he had no option to do as Crowley said, and he put together a plan to convince Kim to invest some money. He then told Crowley to leave, telling him his plan was underway and he’d get him the money.
But, having already threatened Dawn Taylor amid her romance with Joe, as well as her kids, he refused to leave until the money was in his account. Kim then thanked Joe for his support, making Joe feel pretty guilty about betraying her.
It’s clear though that Joe is stuck, and he knows he can’t just ignore Crowley – so it’s unlikely he will trigger his new nemesis’ downfall. But what id someone else is onto Crowley?
Kim made a comment when Joe suggested she should be careful as she barely knows ‘Eddie’. She commented that she wasn’t someone likely to be tricked, saying she was “no fool”.
He wants Joe to steal the money from Kim(Image: ITV)
The emphasis on this no doubt sparked suspicions, given she’s said similar things in recent weeks, and with her often proving she is not to be messed with. So might Kim be playing Eddie AKA Crowley at his own game?
Might she be onto the fact that things have moved very quickly and he could be about to get her? Might she have actually seen him with Joe in the past, and might she know who he really is?
Then there’s Dawn, who seems supportive of her stepmother’s new romance just months on from her dad Will’s death. But could she be onto him, and perhaps she alone or with the help of Kim or even Joe, might be what eventually brings Crowley down?
Helen George swaps the world of showbiz for literal shark-infested waters in ITV’s new reality show, while Channel 4’s The Couple Next Door returns with a steamy new story
Helen George is left terrified as she faces sharks in ITV’s new show
Call the Midwife star Helen George is just one of the celebs who’ll be coming face-to-face with one of the sea’s deadliest beasts in ITV’s new reality show Shark! Celebrty Infested Waters tonight.
Proving just how far celebrities will go to stay on the telly, this new reality format sends seven famous faces into shark-filled waters near the Bahamas. 50 years after Jaws became a phenomenon at the cinema, the likes of actor Lenny Henry, comedian Ross Noble and McFly’s Dougie Poynter have signed up for a stomach-churning sequence of dives, where they will encounter various species of shark, getting more perilous each time.
Helen George, Ross Noble, Lenny Henry, Rachel Riley, Ade Adepitan, Lucy Punch and Dougie Poynter take on Shark
Although Countdown’s Rachel Riley is excited for the challenge, most of the celebs look like they want to fire their agents, with Call the Midwife star Helen George declaring she’s terrified of the sea, and Motherland actor Lucy Punch hilariously dismissing the apex predators as ‘savage tubes of teeth.’
There’s a sobering start to the experience, as they meet their guides, including Paul, a former Aussie serviceman who lost his hand and leg to a ten-foot bull shark in a training exercise, but now campaigns for shark conservation.
Acutely aware of the dangers they face, they prepare for their first dive, but with Helen and Lenny both struggling with traumatic childhood memories of swimming pools, just getting underwater is a challenge. Soon, they’re stepping into a cage suspended in the ocean, surrounded by bull sharks, whose every move makes them shake. And it’s only going to get scarier from here. The experts hope the celebs will go home with a new respect – and even affection – for the villains of the sea, but that feels rather optimistic at this point…
Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters begins tonight at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
The Best of the Rest
Michael Mosley: Secrets Of The Superagers, Channel 4, 8pm
If throwing yourself out of a plane is the secret to a better memory, some of us would prefer to just be forgetful… In this eye-opening series, the late Dr Michael Mosley meets inspiring people, who are bucking the trends of ageing. 70-year old Dane is a keen skydiver, whose mind is impressively sharp.
Indeed, the science shows that his time at high altitude has helped promote blood flow to his brain, giving him higher cognitive function. You don’t have to be a daredevil to age well though, as Michael explores the theory that learning new things can ward off dementia. Small children’s brains expand as they pick up new skills, so a group of volunteers test the theory that mastering new hobbies simultaneously can stop your brain shrinking.
After a year of learning Spanish and taking art classes, the stunning results of this experiment will have you googling evening classes in your area.
The Couple Next Door, Channel 4, 9pm
The Couple Next Door returns with series two tonight on Channel 4(Image: Channel 4 / Nicky Hamilton)
This steamy relationship drama returns to the same posh cul de sac, but with a new couple at the heart of the story. Surgeon Charlotte (The Split’s Anabel Scholey) and anaesthetist Jacob (Nashville’s Sam Palladio) work at the same hospital, and their marriage is a happy one. That is until enigmatic new nurse Mia turns up for her first shift.
Immediately overstepping the mark with her colleagues, she makes quite the impression. Later, Charlotte is stunned when Mia moves into the house next door, and she can’t stop thinking about her. How can she afford a huge family home on her own, on a nurse’s salary, and why is she so keen to make friends with resident creep, Alan (Hugh Dennis)?
Meanwhile, Charlotte’s ex, Leo, is back on the scene, as family circumstances force him to return to the hospital. Jacob is unsettled by his return, and turns down a tantalising prospect of promotion to avoid him.
EastEnders, BBC1, 7.30pm
Lauren is surprised to see Oscar again. After shock revelations, she learns where he has been all this time, and begrudgingly agrees to let him stay with her. It’s a decision she may soon regret…
Lexi asks Nigel about his wedding day. Jay is saddened that Nigel is no longer in touch with Julie, and starts looking for her online. Phil warns Jay not to interfere, but he won’t listen.
Linda tells Kat that it’s time for her to sell The Vic?
Emmerdale, ITV, 7.30pm
Kim is blissfully unaware that Dr Crowley is planning to take her to the cleaners. But Joe knows exactly what he’s up to, and arranges to confront him.
Charity desperately wants to help Sarah and tries to persuade Vic to offer to be her surrogate. Vic seems uncomfortable, despite Charity’s pleas. Charity and Cain are on the same page as they keep all options open.
It’s a big day for Lewis as he launches his new menu at the café.
Coronation Street, ITV, 8pm
Mick is growing restless in his cell, worrying about his kids. As he forms a plan, Brody looks for Joanie and Shanice, but Joanie is at Weatherfield High for a taster day. Mick breaks out of prison and heads straight to the school, not knowing that Sally has picked Joanie up early. He follows them back to the Street, with Kit in pursuit.
Meanwhile, Kevin plays for time, telling Tyrone he’ll come clean to Abi about his health after their weekend away.
A far cry from his role as Emmerdale’s gentle-hearted vicar Ashley Thomas, John Middleton’s new character will be an evil mob boss as he returns to the telly on a rival soap
Emmerdale’s John Middleton joins rival soap to play show’s ‘most evil character ever’(Image: MDM)
John Middleton, who played Emmerdale’s kind-hearted vicar Ashley Thomas, is set to resurface in a rival soap, as its “most evil character” ever. The 71-year-old actor, who left Emmerdale in 2017 after his character’s harrowing dementia battle, will play a mob boss when he makes his debut in Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks.
His new role will take some getting used to for soap fans, who will remember John as the lovable clergyman, whose heartbreaking death moved viewers to tears. He was part of the ITV soap for more than 20 years, having first played PC John Jarvis briefly in 1994.
He returned with a permanent role in 1997, when the caring and sympathetic vicar Ashley Thomas joined the cast. Ashley’s slow deterioration after his dementia diagnosis saw him lose his memory, no longer able to recognise his wife, Laurel and their children.
But there will be no sign of gentle soul Ashley, when John’s character Fraser makes his entrance. A source said: “People usually think of Ashley when they see John but that won’t be happening any more, Fraser is about as far away to the kindly vicar you can get.”
John’s new role will be a far-cry from his character Ashley Thomas, who he played for 20 years
The insider explained to the Sun: “He’s possibly the most evil character Hollyoaks has ever had – and for a village plagued by serial killers, that’s saying something. Fraser will make his entrance very soon, and he’s got more than one connection to the village with his twisted family already there.”
And the new character’s connection to the village will soon be revealed as the father of notorious villain, Fraser Black, played by Jesse Birdsall. The cold, ruthless gangster terrorised the village for around a year, before being murdered in 2014.
Following a ‘whodunnit’ storyline that went on for several months, his killer was finally unveiled in July 2014. To everyone’s shock, he was shot by his own stepson, Freddie Roscoe (Charlie Clapham), in a bid to protect his family.
He is also the grandfather of dodgy Hollyoaks residents Clare Devine, Grace Black and Rex Gallagher. His first meeting with Clare – played by Gemma Bissix – is described as “explosive” with a “real battle” set to ensue.
Clare has been carrying on the family tradition of being an absolute terror recently. She was found out to have been running a secret exploitation ring in the village she used to live in, along with her husband, DI Banks (Drew Cain).
John, 71, will join rival soap Hollyoaks, eight years after leaving Emmerdale(Image: PA)
Unaware of Clare’s role in the scheme, Grace got involved too, going so far as to groom teenagers with her brother Rex, played by Jonny Labey. Her ‘niece’ Franke Osborne even fell victim, with her dad Darren heartbreakingly finding out.
Vulnerable teenage characters Frankie and Dillon Ray (Nathaniel Dass) have found themselves in an exploitative situation after they were targeted by criminals and bombarded with attention and gifts. Once lured in by the gang, the friends were encouraged to become addicted to drugs.
Their new addictions meant they had to first sell drugs in order to feed their habit, and then this turned into sexual exploitation. The village turned on Grace when they discovered what she’d done.
