Emmerdale star Lucy Pargeter addresses future on ITV soap amid Chas Dingle's cancer battle

Emmerdale's Paddy Kirk, played by Dominic Brunt, has a fascinating life off-screen, including a famous wife and an unusual side job. Paddy, who has been a staple on Emmerdale since 1997, has been married to characters Mandy Dingle, Emily Dingle, Rhona Goskirk, and Chas Dingle on the show. However, in real life, Dominic is happily married to fellow soap star Joanne Mitchell, and they have two sons together.

Alison Hammond took to social media to urge people to 'be kind' following a cruel online troll. Someone hit out at the Bake Off host calling her a 'nasty piece of work'.

Alison Hammond has hit back at some cruel comments after she was targeted by social media trolls. Writing on X, formerly Twitter, one individual wrote: "I imagine @AlisonHammond is a real nasty piece of work now, started to beleive her own hype #gbbosu2c #SUTC #GBBO." Responding to this, the TV presenter wrote: "Why is that I’ll be having a lovely day and then someone who doesn’t know from Adam writes such nasty message.

Emmerdale favourites Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt) and Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) could be hearing the sound of wedding bells soon as Paddy is set to propose in the episode airing on Wednesday 27 March.Their relationship has been rocky recently with Paddy sharing a kiss with his soon to be ex-wife Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter). However, that drama is just a drop in the ocean compared to what the couple has been through from affairs to awful betrayals and second chances. It all started in 1997 when Paddy arrived in the Emmerdale village - where Mandy had been living since 1995, and she pretty much fell in love with him straight away.

It's been 23 years since they walked down the aisle in one of Emmerdale's most iconic weddings, and now Paddy Kirk and Mandy Dingle could be set to tie the knot once again.The soap favourites have had a tumultuous romance over the years, which has seen them split and rekindle many times. Mandy and Paddy have hit a rocky patch recently, with Paddy letting his partner down. He failed to stand up for her against a business associate and then went on to cheat on her by kissing ex Chas Dingle - leading to some tough moments for Mandy.

Emmerdale fans have been issuing a plea over Aaron Dingle as he was seen lying about his recent test results. The Dingles have recently been rocked by the news that Chas has breast cancer.

Ryan Thomas has revealed that he hasn't just left Dancing on Ice with the trophy as he sparked concern by sharing a video of himself at the hospital. It's been over a week since the actor emerged victorious in the ITV skating competition alongside professional partner Amani Fancy.

Aaron Dingle is seen lying to his mum in Emmerdale next week as he gets news about his own health. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Chas is currently facing her breast cancer diagnosis with a double mastectomy surgery ahead.

Emmerdale's Paddy Kirk has had more than a few lifetimes' worth of drama in the Dales set soap, so it wouldn't be surprising if actor Dominic Brunt was starting to look his age, plus a couple of years. But despite Paddy's four marriages, various affairs, bereavement and his recent mental health struggles, he is still looking very fresh faced - and fans can't believe Dominic's real age.

Emmerdale viewers have shared their confusion after Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) underwent major surgery in an emotional episode.The Woolpack landlady opted to have a double mastectomy after she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer - the same type of cancer that her mother Faith died of. Chas underwent the procedure in Thursday's (14 March) episode of Emmerdale. Her son Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and brother Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) were both at the hospital supporting her.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Ellie Leach is reportedly 'heartbroken' over the recent rumours that she and Bobby Brazier are in a 'showmance'.

Emmerdale's Aaron Dingle is set to be hit with a health bombshell in upcoming scenes and the news left Danny Miller fearing he'd be 'killed off' after returning to the show last year. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Aaron's mum Chas is currently facing her breast cancer diagnosis.

The Dingles brace themselves for bad news as they discover whether or not they are carriers of the BRCA2 gene after Chas Dingle’s (Lucy Pargeter) diagnosis in latest Emmerdale spoilers. Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley), Caleb Miligan (Will Ash) and Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) prepare themselves to open their test results after the news that they could carry the BRCA2 gene. Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) is relieved when Cain tests negative, but Cain can’t help but feel guilty about Chas' ordeal.The Miligans are all pleased when Caleb tests negative - which means Nicky Miligan (Lewis Cope) is in the clear too.

Emmerdale star Laura Norton has been responding to negative comments about her character's return to the village. The actress has reprised the role of Kerry Wyatt in the ITV soap with her first scenes back airing on Thursday night (March 7).

Zara McDermott has revealed she's facing more surgery as she begged fans for their help. Back in December, after being featured in the final of Strictly Come Dancing, she revealed she had been admitted for a mystery procedure.

Coronation Street and Celebrity Big Brother fans think a 'feud' could be brewing as soap star Sally Ann Matthews has been sharing her thoughts on the ITV reality series.

Emmerdale's Lucy Pargeter, who plays Chas Dingle, has spoken out about her character's recent breast cancer diagnosis, having the faulty BRCA2 gene, and the decision to have a double mastectomy.The storyline has left some fans worried that Lucy might be leaving the show, just like her on-screen mum Faith Dingle (Sally Dexter) did during Super Soap Week after her own cancer diagnosis. However, Lucy has reassured viewers that she has no plans to leave Emmerdale, saying she'd have to be forced to step away from the role as she said: "I'll stay as long as they'll have me." She told MyWeekly magazine: "I don't think I will ever make the decision to leave myself.They'll have to write me out, but even then they'd have to drag me out kicking and screaming! I've got a job that I love and I'll stay as long as they'll have me." Lucy also shared how emotional it was to film such a significant storyline, admitting she ended up "welling up" over the scenes.

Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) is on edge with her operation coming up in Emmerdale spoilers, but still only allows herself two weeks off from work at the Woolpack. Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) fears his mum isn’t facing up to the reality of the upcoming surgery. However, it’s Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt) who manages to get Chas to open up and she reveals she’s fearing the worst.

Emmerdale landlady Chas Dingle is one of soap's biggest and bravest characters - so her new breast cancer storyline is an emotional wrench for actress Lucy Pargeter. On screen, Chas learns her cancer is caused by the faulty BRCA2 gene and that her children Aaron (Danny Miller) and Eve could have inherited it. Filming the scenes has taught Lucy a lot about breast cancer – and she hopes that by default, it teaches viewers about the symptoms of breast cancer too and what to look out for.

With her glowing skin, glossy hair and infectious smile, Lucy Pargeter radiates relaxed Hollywood glamour at our OK! Magazine photoshoot. So we can’t believe it when the Emmerdale beauty tells us that in real life, dressing up just isn’t her thing. “I’m not a girl,” confides Lucy.