Emmerdale confirms legend's off-screen exit after 18 years on soap

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's Vinny Dingle is walking a dangerous path on the ITV soap, as he has come close to working out the extent of villainous Tom King's control over wife Belle Dingle. Vinny nearly stumbled across the app that Tom had been using to keep tabs on Belle's phone, leading to him carrying out a serious attack on poor Vinny to keep him quiet.

An Emmerdale star has been given the boot for gross misconduct on the ITV soap. In a shocking turn of events, Victoria Sugden, played by Isabel Hodgins, was sacked from her job in tonight's episode.The character had been having a tough time following her break up with Jacob Gallagher and ended up shattering a glass while making a pizza in the kitchen. Despite thinking she'd cleaned it all up, Jai Sharma found a shard under the pepperoni - which he'd planted there - and promptly fired Victoria.

An Emmerdale character has been given the boot for gross misconduct on the ITV soap. In a dramatic turn of events, Victoria Sugden found herself jobless after a mishap in the kitchen.

An Emmerdale favourite has heartbreakingly ended her relationship with her boyfriend following a brief romance.

Emmerdale star James Hooton has been flooded with supportive messages after revealing he'd suffered a tragic loss. The actor took to social media this week to confirm the sad death of his father.

Emmerdale stars Natalie Ann Jamieson and Ash Palmisciano have teased what is to come for Amy Wyatt and Matty Barton after viewers saw them tie the knot. The new Mr and Mrs Barton said 'I do' during the ITV soap's latest scenes aired on Wednesday night (April 17).

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.

Former Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden has offered an update after he announced that he was having surgery this week. The actor took to social media earlier this week as he posted about being in hospital and going under the knife.

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.

Crystal Kung Minkoff‘s time on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has come to an end.

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.

Many celebrities have marked National Sibling Day last Wednesday, 10 April, paying tribute to their beloved brother or sister. Among these, are siblings who have shared a closer bond than others having starred alongside each other on a soap as they bear an uncanny resemblance or have been in the public eye. We've come to know the siblings on our favourite soaps, from the Mitchells on EastEnders or the Platts on Coronation Street – family affairs on screen have often sparked family rifts in another drama-filled storyline.

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.

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'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.

Two years on since their whirlwind wedding, Emmerdale couple Billy and Dawn Fletcher have been living life on cloud nine, having finalised their adoption of children Lucas and Clemmie and welcoming a brand new baby boy, Evan, just before Christmas. But while their family may finally be complete, the couple will face every parent’s worst nightmare in the coming days, when little Evan is sadly diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia, a devastating illness while affects around 10,000 people in the UK every year.

Acclaimed actress Christine Tremarco is set to join the cast of Emmerdale and will be making her debut on screen later this month with her character sharing a connection to Will Taylor and his daughter Dawn Fletcher.

Charley Webb was quickly flooded with compliments as she was seen rocking a pair of knee-high boots and 'fooling around' in her latest social media update. The former Emmerdale star was enjoying a night out in London and looked fabulous while doing so.