ITV Emmerdale Vinny Dingle star Bradley Johnson's life off-screen – from romantic proposal to hidden talent

Emmerdale fans were quick to praise an emotional scene which took place during Wednesday evening’s visit to the dales, as Chastity Dingle bravely plucked up the courage to view her mastectomy scars for the first time. As regular viewers will know, earlier this year Chas was diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer and opted to have both of her breasts removed in a radical mastectomy procedure to avoid succumbing to the disease like her mother Faith.

Just Sam, the American Idol 2020 winner, returned for Season 22 to perform Whitney Houston’s “One Moment in Time.”

Emmerdale fans were left disgusted during the latest visit to the Dales, as Tom King turned on his wife Belle Dingle with harsh taunts in a marked escalation of his abusive behaviour towards her. As the ITV soap delves into a coercive control storyline involving the couple, his abuse took a significant turn as he began to make cruel remarks about her looks and mock her mental health.

He got his big break in 2018 when he landed the role of James Maguire in Derry Girls, and now Dylan Llewellyn is back on our TV screens in BBC's Death in Paradise spin-off show, Beyond Paradise.The actor plays PC Kelby Hartford in the hit show, supporting DI Humphrey Goodman, played by Kris Marshall. Dylan, 31, has had a hugely successful few years and has definitely found his feet in the acting industry.The actor began his career on E4 soap Hollyoaks, in which he played Martin 'Jono' Johnson in 94 episodes, with the character eventually being killed off. Following his soap stint, Dylan made appearances in Holby City as well as films Frequencies and Down Dog.

Eric Knowles has been a regular on our TV screens for many years, having found fame on Antiques Roadshow before joining the team at Bargain Hunt. He's also appeared on shows such as Clash of the Collectables, Restoration Roadshow and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.The 70 year old is an antiquarian with a specific interest in ceramics and glass. While he's been on our TV screens for a number of years now, Eric tends to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.

Emmerdale fans are wondering if a scene in the latest episode gave away Tom King's looming downfall.

Gus Malcolms made a surprise offer to ex Rhona Goskirk this week in Emmerdale, despite their ongoing feud over baby Ivy. It seems the new dad could have a change of heart.

Emmerdale's Gus Malcolms blindsided fans when he had a sudden change of heart this week, and even went so far as to make an unexpected proposition to Rhona Goskirk amidst their ongoing feud. As regular viewers will know, Gus had previously shown his nasty side towards Rhona in court, as their fight for custody of baby Ivy resulted in both parties being arrested.

Emmerdale stars proved they're a talented bunch - showing off their singing and musical skills to support co-star Danny Miller's big charity ball in Manchester. Emmerdale favourite Danny, along with pal Daniel Jillings, run the Once Upon A Smile charity supporting families through bereavement.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a twist that'll see Tom King's downfall after his attack on Vinny Dingle. Viewers of the ITV soap have already been struggling to watch as Tom's coercively controlling behaviour towards wife Belle continues to escalate.

As Netflix unveils its chilling new drama Baby Reindeer, audiences are in for a spine-tingling ride into the dark and disturbing world of stalking and obsession. Based on the harrowing true story of Richard Gadd, who both pens and stars in the series, Baby Reindeer delves deep into the terrifying ordeal he endured at the hands of a relentless stalker, Martha Scott.

For most actors, having a baby on set is a delight – they bring an element of surprise to scenes and no one can deny their cuteness. But for father-of-three Jay Kontzle, who plays Emmerdale’s Billy Fletcher, having children on set then going home to his own has been difficult at times – especially with the nature of his storyline, as Billy’s baby is diagnosed with leukaemia. “It was difficult when we got the storyline because I’d just had another baby in real life,” says Jay, who welcomed a son, Xiao, in November 2022 with his wife, Mimi.

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 fans think they've spotted an important mistake made by Tom King after he violently attacked Vinny Dingle in a shocking moment from a recent episode of the soap.Tom has been exerting control over his wife Belle Dingle through manipulation and gaslighting since their wedding earlier this year, even going as far as installing a puppy cam to spy on her and placing a tracker on her phone. While away from Emmerdale for a vet course, Tom kept tabs on Belle using the camera but was enraged when she switched it off at Vinny's suggestion and hurried home. Unaware that Belle had left to walk the dogs with Vinny, Tom rushed to the house.

Since it landed on Netflix on Thursday, 11 April, Baby Reindeer has gripped viewers at home. Based on creator Richard Gadd’s own experience of stalking, the series follows Donny who’s life changes forever after he gives a woman called Martha a cup of tea.

Emmerdale fans were left in hysterics after Kerry Wyatt, played by Laura Norton, was seen praying to a picture of pop icon Cher for a miracle. In Tuesday night's episode (April 16), the ITV soap kicked off with Kerry kneeling before a lit candle and a framed photo, seemingly praying for financial help to cover Amy and Matty's wedding costs. However, as the camera zoomed out, it was revealed that she was actually praying to the Believe singer.

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.

Coronation Street's Georgia Taylor, who has been a familiar face on our screens for years, is best known for her role as Toyah Battersby which she took on at the tender age of 17.Toyah quickly found herself at the heart of a number of hard-hitting narratives - including a devastating rape storyline that shocked the nation. It's now been reported that Corrie bosses will revisit the harrowing 2001 story with the rumoured discovery of Toyah's stillborn baby at the Red Rec park.This controversial move would see distraught Toyah panic after learning the land will be dug up for development.Toyah is of course already going through trying times as she tries to protect sister Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson) from falling under the spell of 'reality coding’ cult leader Rowan.

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.