Emmerdale's Matthew Wolfenden breaks down in tears ahead of soap exit after 18 years

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

Emmerdale's Gail Loman is set for some bad news in tonight's episode, the show's spoilers have revealed. Ever since she arrived in the village earlier this year, viewers have been suspicious of her and her relationship with Ryan Stocks. However, that has only intensified in recent weeks, as she started turning up for work in a mood and acting suspiciously around Ryan.Tonight, Thursday, 21 September, Gail receives a mysterious phone call during a romantic meal with Ryan.

It's been a couple of days since Emmerdale fans became aware of Jacob Gallagher's feelings for Victoria Sugden - but they are still baffled. Jacob had a serious fright at the start of the week when he suffered a severe allergic reaction.

Despite some predicting it earlier this week, Emmerdale fans were left asking 'are you joking me' as Jacob Gallagher's feeling for Victoria Sugden became clear. It was a shocking start to the week for Jacob as he suffered a severe allergic reaction with his life hanging in the balance.

Emmerdale fans have shared their joy that "Ross Barton", as he was known on the popular soap, will return to screens featuring in a new crime drama series. Actor Mike Parr was last seen on the ITV soap back in 2018 before his sad exit from the show.

Emmerdale fans were completely taken-aback at the twist involving Jacob Gallagher (played by Joe-Warren Plant) during tonight's dramatic instalment of the ITV soap as it became clear that the youngster had secretly fallen for Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins). Fans have been speculating for weeks over whether Victoria had a secret admirer, as she'd been receiving romantic text messages from a mystery person.

Emmerdale's resident chef Victoria Sugden is to lose her job tonight, the show's spoilers have revealed. On Monday, 18 September, viewers watched at Victoria held a tasting event at the Hide Bistro, with many of the village residents in attendance, including Jacob Gallagher, who has a nut allergy. As he went to taste one of the sliders on offer, Victoria told him that they were nut-free, but it turned out that they contained nut oil, and Jacob quickly went into anaphylactic shock.

Holly Willoughby appeared choked up on This Morning after sharing a friend's health dilemma which also came after news of a second death from within the show's team in just a couple of weeks. It came as the presenter returned to the helm of the ITV daytime show on Tuesday (September 19) alongside Craig Doyle.

Emmerdale fans were left making the same complaint after Leyla Cavanagh was seen by Jacob Gallagher's side as he suffered a severe allergic reaction. In scenes aired last week viewers of the ITV soap may have noted Jacob asking Victoria Sugden whether he was safe to eat some of the new dishes on offer at The Hide.

Emmerdale actor Joe-Warren Plant has opened up on the tragic death of his mum, aged just 47.The star, who plays Jacob Gallagher in the popular TV soap, said she died following liver complications in November last year. He took a six month break from Emmerdale earlier this year. Speaking to the Mirror, he said: "Mum was so supportive and such an amazing person.

Emmerdale viewers struggled as they watched distressing scenes during the latest episode, as young adult Jacob Gallagher (played by Joe-Warren Plant) suffered from a severe nut allergy. But in a terrifying storyline twist, Victoria Barton was accidentally to blame after making a near-fatal mistake in the restaurant on Monday night, 18 September.The chef was doing her best to cook and create a satisfying spread for Gaby's potential new clients, but couldn't keep up with the increasing work-load. As a result, she made a rushed sauce for one of the dishes with an ingredient that had nut oil in it.

Emmerdale star Joe-Warren Plant who plays the role of cheeky chappy Jacob Gallagher has been at the heart of huge storylines since he first joined the ITV soap in 2010. In scenes set to air on Monday, Jacob suffers an allergic reaction after attending a tasting event and ends up in hospital. He's soon rushed to the hospital and after his stepfather, David Metcalfe finds out what has happened races to his bedside.

Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that Jacob Gallagher is in for a traumatic time as he ends up in hospital. In recent weeks, viewers have watched as Victoria Sugden and Suni Sharma have worked hard to make the food at the Hide Bistro a success as owner Gabby Thomas prepares to sell. With that in mind, Victoria puts on a tasting event where the chefs can showcase any potential new ideas for food for the menu.

Victoria Sugden’s (Isabel Hodgins) day at work goes from bad to worse in latest Emmerdale spoilers. First she nearly kills Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant), and then she’s given the sack. Victoria hosts a tasting event at the HOP, and Jacob goes to see her - eager to spend time with her as he continues to harbour romantic feelings for her.

Scott Mitchell, the widower of the late Dame Barbara Windsor, has broken his silence over his new relationship with another EastEnders actress. Earlier this year, in July, Scott was reported to have found love again with actress Tanya Franks, who appeared in the long-running BBC soap as Rainie Cross, for a few short stints between 2007 and 2015, but joined Albert Square full-time in 2018 until her character left in 2022.

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

Alison Hammond has broken her silence after losing out on the gong for Best Presenter at the NTAs. The 48 year old This Morning presenter was nominated for the award, however, she ended up losing out to longtime winners, Ant & Dec at last night's show, Tuesday, 5 September.

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

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

Holly Willoughby has broken her silence after This Morning was dealt a blow at the National Television Awards on Tuesday evening. For the first time in 13 years, the programme failed to scoop up the Best Daytime Show award, instead losing out to The Repair Shop.