Emmerdale icon 'quits' ITV soap after 25 years as popular character's exit 'confirmed'

Emmerdale has aired another shocking death, and it has left the villagers stunned. Last Thursday, the show aired the sad death of popular villager Rishi Sharmer, and tonight Lloyd Sawyer was pronounced dead. Lloyd has been in a coma for weeks following an attack from mechanic Dan Spencer.

Emmerdale fans are in for a treat next week, when one familiar face returns to the dales as a brand new villain, over twenty years since last appearing in the soap. Actor Robert Beck will no doubt be a blast from the past for many viewers, after originally starring in the show for 78 episodes, when he played Bernice Blackstock’s love interest Gavin Ferris - who famously was caught kissing Jason Kirk amid his engagement to the B&B owner! It has since been revealed however, that Robert will once again be returning to the ITV soap, but this time in a far grittier role as new villain Harry, who will debut on the show next week as part of a new storyline involving Nate Robinson, Caleb Miligan and newcomer Corey.

The husband of Coronation Street star Jane Danson has spoken out on his Emmerdale return after it was revealed he'd be stepping back into the village for the first time in 24 years. Robert Beck will be seen in the ITV soap from next week as reported new villain Harry.

Jane Danson has thrown support behind her husband as he's set to return to Emmerdale for the first time in 24 years next week.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Emmerdale is set for a major shake up as new spoilers suggest five characters could leave the famous village next week - including one resident who’s been on the show for 22 years. After a series of alarming scenes yet to air, three people could go on the run, while two more may also leave as one decides they need to get away. Gabby Thomas has her eye set on a sunny escape as she makes plans to flee to Portugal, where she could reunite with her grandmother Diane Sugden, who left the village in 2021.

Coronation Street's Jane Danson has shared a loved-up snap of her with her husband as he returns to soap land in Emmerdale next week.The 44 year old shared a sweet birthday post to her husband, Robert Beck, on the day it was confirmed he is heading to Emmerdale. Jane shared a beautiful summer snap of her and her husband for the special occasion.The actress who plays Leanne Battersby in Corrie captioned the post with: "Happy birthday, my love @robertbeck529. "And congratulations on your @emmerdale return - I owe Emmerdale a lot -24 years of us - I love you, darling." Jane's co-stars were quick to send their well wishes to Robert, 53, including her on-screen sister Georgia Taylor who plays Toyah Battersby.

She may be famous for appearing on the famous cobbles but Coronation Street star Jane Danson has shared how she actually 'owes' rival Emmerdale. The actress shared the message on social media as she paid tribute to her famous husband who was enjoying a double celebration.

Emmerdale is set to welcome a new villain as Robert Beck returns to the soap in a completely different role.

EastEnders actress Shona McGarty has quit the BBC soap after 15 years of playing Whitney Dean, she has announced this evening. The 31 year old has revealed that while she has "loved her years on the show" she has decided that now is the time to leave, amid a huge cast shake-up. Speaking exclusively to The Sun on Sunday, Shona said: “I have decided to spread my wings and will be leaving EastEnders.

Emmerdale fans are still reeling after Thursday (July 27) night's episode, with the romantic highs of Jai Sharma and Laurel Thomas' wedding followed by the tragedy of Rishi's shock death. The whole episode unfolded as Jai was finding out that Rishi, the man who he had thought of as his father all of his life, was not in fact his dad.

Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel appeared to be trying to hold back tears as he spoke out about his exit for the first time. Fans of the ITV soap were left gutted as it was confirmed the actor had left the role of Rishi Sharma after 12 years in tragic scenes.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Emmerdale star Kelli Hollis decided to quit acting in favour of opening up a cafe bar where people can use cannabis instead.The 47 year old actress appeared in the Dales between 2011 and 2015 as Sean and Amelia Spencer's mother, Ali. After a brief marriage to Dan Spencer, Ali entered into a relationship with Ruby Haswell, which also didn't last.The character later moved away to Liverpool with her sister Rachel Freckle in 2015.

Emmerdale aired a double exit in last night’s episode as Tom King and Belle Dingle said a temporary goodbye to the village.The veterinarian returned to the Dales in April but is leaving along with his girlfriend, Belle, to go on holiday. Luckily for viewers, it won’t be long before the couple return from their travels. In last night's episode of the ITV soap, Suni Sharma urged his uncle, Rishi, to make amends with Jai when Tom came out of the house clutching a small suitcase and said his farewells.

Emmerdale fans think they have spotted a problem with Wendy Posner's confession as she admitted to her partner Bob Hope that she'd been having an affair. It's been weeks since viewers of the ITV soap first saw nurse Wendy fall into the arms of Liam Cavanagh after joining forces for some fictional work.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a fresh affair twist after Bob Hope found out about girlfriend Wendt Posner's deceit. Back in May, viewers of the ITV soap asked 'what's going on' when things turned saucy on-screen as Wendy and Liam Cavanagh gave into temptation and shared a steamy kiss at the doctor's surgery.

Dan Spencer (Liam Fox) takes the stand and pleads guilty to GBH in Emmerdale scenes airing next month. Prior to the hearing, Wendy Posner (Susan Cookson) tells Dan that the hospital staff are preparing to bring Lloyd Sawyer (Matt Sutton) out of his coma. Later, Amelia Spencer (Daisy Campbell) prepares to make a false statement to protect her dad after Julie (Emma Stansfield) rages at her saying Lloyd won’t be coming out of his coma.

Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that Bob Hope is floored when he finds out about his partner Wendy Posner having an affair with Doctor Liam Cavanagh. In recent weeks colleagues Wendy and Liam have been seeing each other behind Bob's back after bonding over Liam's love of passionate writing. However, during Monday's episode, things are about to step up between the couple as Liam surprises Wendy with a night away from the village.The surprise from Liam leaves Wendy feeling guilty as she rings Bob to tell him she is going away for the night.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Emmerdale's teen star Max Fletcher, who plans Marshall Hamston on the hit soap, has left the show after a turbulent seven-month journey where his character has struggled with his sexuality with Arthur Thomas. With the actor's final scenes having already aired, Marshall said his goodbyes after his councillor dad, Colin Hamston, was unwilling to accept his own son’s identity.

Emmerdale is about to pay a permanent tribute to popular characters Harriet Finch and Liv Dingle. Both Harriet and Liv died in the wild wind storms that hit the village in the Autumn of 2022.Their deaths rocked the village, and as the anniversary approaches, the residents of Emmerdale are about to create a bus stop in memory of the duo. A hand-sculptured Emmerdale bus stop has been created with fallen trees from both real and fictional storms.

It’ll be a sad day on the cobbles as ITV Corrie fans prepare to wave goodbye to Spider Nugent once again. Hankies will be at the ready as Spider’s rekindled romance with Toyah comes to an end.