Inside Liam Fox's 'gruelling' schedule as Emmerdale character Dan leaves soap

Fox is bringing in some repeats of 9-1-1: Lone Star to its fall schedule as it tries to remind viewers that scripted drama still has a place on broadcast TV amid the writers and actors strikes.

Emmerdale star Daisy Campbell has declared her love for co-star Lisa Riley as they were seen enjoying a belated celebration after joining together to share their sadness over an exit. The actress turned 20 at the end of last month but it wasn't long before she headed off on holiday with another of her castmates, Rosie Bentham.

Liam Payne celebrated his 30th birthday in a low-key bash surrounded by his closest friends and family. According to the Mail Online, the One Direction star enjoyed a clay pigeon shooting class with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, 24, at luxury members' club Honesberie in Warwickshire on Tuesday. In the evening, they were joined by Liam's friends and family, while ending the celebration with a firework display.

Liam Payne celebrated his 30th birthday in a low-key bash surrounded by his closest friends and family. According to the Mail Online, the One Direction star enjoyed a clay pigeon shooting class with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, 24, at luxury members' club Honesberie in Warwickshire on Tuesday. In the evening, they were joined by Liam's friends and family, while ending the celebration with a firework display.

Emmerdale legend Matthew Wolfenden, who has played David Metcalfe for 17 years, has reportedly quit his role on the ITV soap.

Emmerdale fans have been left fearing for Lydia's safety after a new character joined the soap. Craig Reed was revealed to be a blast from Lydia's past when the two bumped into each other this week.

Emmerdale fans watched a bittersweet episode on Thursday night as one fan favourite returned to the soap while another made a shock exit. Kerry Wyatt has been off screen since November as actress Laura Norton who plays her is on maternity leave, but teased her comeback with a video call scene. Fittingly, Kerry's return was for ex Dan Spencer's final appearance in the village after 12 years, as he was handed a shock eight-year prison sentence for manslaughter.

Emmerdale star Liam Fox has been seen in tears as he reacted to an emotional tribute from his co-star as he left the soap after 12 years. The actor has spent more than a decade in the fictional Yorkshire village playing Dan Spencer.

Emmerdale star Liam Fox has told fans 'I need this' as he was quick to break his silence on his official exit from the ITV soap. Fans suspected that the actor was leaving the soap as his character Dan Spencer faced prison time.

Dan Spencer's trial finally came to a conclusion on tonight's episode of Emmerdale, after he attacked and killed Lloyd Sawyer. The Emmerdale community were hoping for a lenient punishment but their hopes were dashed when the judge delivered his sentencing.

Emmerdale actor Liam Fox, who plays Dan Spencer, has shared some sweet behind-the-scenes snaps of his last few days of filming as his exit looms. Dan is facing a long spell in prison after he was charged with manslaughter after his punch killed Lloyd Sawyer. Last week Dan, alongside his daughter Amelia and his grandaughter Esther, planned to run away to Ireland.

Emmerdale's Lydia Dingle is set for a blast from the past in the last show spoilers.The Dingle family have always struggled financially, but as the cost of living crisis continues to cripple the family, they are looking for any extra cash. For several months, Lydia has been working at Home Farm for Kim Tate as a cleaner. She works many hours trying to keep the huge house clean, but due to her financial difficulties, Lydia is after more hours.

Emmerdale star Liam Fox has been wished 'luck' after he was seen ditching the UK amid his rumoured soap 'exit'. It's been a tough few weeks for his character Dan Spencer after he lashed out at his daughter's stalker.

It is a big day for Emmerdale's Mary Goskirk as she faces the trial of her ex-partner Faye Helders. Viewers will remember that Faye fleeced Mary for thousands of pounds claiming that she was helping a women's refuge. Eventually, Mary worked out what Faye was doing, but it was too late for her to save her cash.

Emmerdale's Bob Hope could be hiding a big secret from his loved ones following his heart attack. Over the last few weeks, Bob has been struggling following the news that his partner Wendy Posner had an affair with DR Liam Cavanagh.The couple decided that they would try and work through it, and they stayed together. However, things got worse for Bob during the episode which aired on Monday, 14 August, as he suffered a heart attack in the middle of the village.

Liam Fox first appeared on our screens as Dan Spencer in Emmerdale back in 2011 and he's remained on the soap ever since.The actor, 53, was initially contracted for just eight episodes, but he was soon offered a spot as a soap regular with Dan becoming a prominent character in the fictitious village. However, Liam's time on the ITV soap is soon set to come to an end after 12 years, with Dan facing a lengthy prison sentence after he was charged with manslaughter following the death of daughter Amelia's stalker Lloyd Sawyer.

Emmerdale actor Liam Fox is leaving the ITV soap, and he has teased a "sad ending" for his character Dan Spencer. Liam joined Emmerdale in 2011 and has been a huge presence in the village ever since. However, Dan is now facing a lengthy time inside for manslaughter following the death of Lloyd Sawyer.

Emmerdale father and daughter duo Dan and Amelia Spencer leave the village and head on the run, the latest spoilers have revealed. Last week Dan's world fell apart as he was charged with manslaughter following the death of Amelia's stalker Lloyd Sawyer. Knowing that her dad could be about to spend many years in prison, this week Amelia suggested that they leave the country.

Emmerdale's Laurel Thomas resorts to violence in a bid to free herself from crazy Colin Hamston, the show's spoilers have revealed. On Tuesday, viewers watched as Colin kidnapped Laurel and stopped her from going to India to be with her husband Jai. As the situation continues, in Wednesday's episode, Colin's unstable behaviour escalates as Laurel tries to get herself out of the situation.

Emmerdale star Danny Miller revealed his unprecedented joy and delight on Sunday as he and wife Steph Miller announced the safe arrival of their second child together.Taking to instagram to document the news, the couple shared a heartfelt photo of their growing family including the moment eldest son Albert got to meet his baby sister for the first time. Dressed down for the occasion, the entire family could hardly contain their excitement as they smiled from ear to ear while posing for the adorable snap.