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Emmerdale fans were gobsmacked to discover actress Charlotte Bellamy’s age as she celebrated her 50th birthday. Charlotte, who plays Laurel Thomas, has been on our screens since arriving in the village in 2002. One fan took to a Facebook group this week to send well wishes to the actress on her birthday, shocking many others as they learnt her real age.

Emmerdale fans were left stunned earlier this week when Laurel Thomas actress Charlotte Bellamy celebrated a huge birthday milestone on Sunday 19 March.Taking to social media , one viewer shared a sweet birthday tribute to the soap star as they wrote: "Happy 50th birthday to this lovely lady have a great day Charlotte" followed by celebratory emojis. However, fans were left both stunned and distracted by the post as they hadn't realised Charlotte is 50 as they shared their amazement after learning her real age. One soap watcher said: "Happy birthday she looks amazing xx" followed with heart emojis.

long-running ITV soap since 2002. In that time she has been at the centre of some huge stories, including her battle with alcoholism, and the death of her much loved husband Ashley. More recently, Laurel has staunchly defended her son Arthur, after he was bullied for being gay by his friend Marshall's father.

EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street are in a huge schedule shake-up next week thanks to the Live FA Cup Football. Next week, soap watchers will be disappointed to see Wednesday's episodes cancelled and instead replaced with football, which will be airing on both BBC One at 7:30pm and ITV at 7pm. While EastEnders will be cancelled again on Tuesday for the Match of the Day Live: The FA Cup which will air at 7:30pm with Emmerdale going back to its old time of 7pm so Live FA Cup Football can air 7:30pm.

Emmerdale spoilers confirm a misinterpretation from Leyla could lead to a beloved couple being torn apart on the ITV soap. Will they be able to work things through or has Leyla destroyed the pair for good?In upcoming scenes, Leyla is moved by Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) kindness but takes it the wrong way. It comes as he checks in on her following the news of her decree nisi, marking the start of her divorce from Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson).

Emmerdale looks set for explosive scenes next week as Laurel Thomas is left betrayed when she spots Leyla Harding kissing Jai Sharma in shocking scenes on the ITV soap. In the upcoming episodes, Leyla's touched by Jai's kindness as he checks on her after the news of her decree nisi. However, Leyla misinterprets Jai's warmth as she leans in to kiss him as he quickly rejects her advances.

Emmerdale fans had their suspicions confirmed during the latest trip to the Dales as Naomi Walters' involvement in Nicola King's attack was revealed. Viewers of the ITV soap were horrified earlier this year when the long-standing character was brutally set up on by a gang of girls.

Emmerdale next week airs emotional scenes after pregnant Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) doubles over in pain at home. Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) is terrified to find Charity after collapsed on the floor and gets her to hospital. However, once there the doctors reveal that her pregnancy is ectopic and will never go full-term.

Former Emmerdale star Michael Parr has stunned fans as he unveiled his incredible body transformation. And they were even more surprised when he revealed the key to his changed physique.

It's a tense time In Emmerdale next week as the wedding of Marlon (Mark Charnock) and Rhona (Zoe Henry) looks set to end in disaster. Marlon falls on the stag night and has to get checked out at hospital. He's shocked when the doctors keep him in overnight.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out one of Nicola King's attackers' identity after she was mugged, beaten and left bloodied in harrowing scenes last month. Only recently, Laurel Thomas, Nicola and Bernice Blackstock headed out to a bar in an attempt to find romantic suitors for Laurel and Bernice. After leaving early, Nicola headed to the car park to drive home where she was accosted by a group of teenage girls on the way to her car where she was mugged, beaten and left bloodied and unmoving.

Emmerdale fans think one of Nicola King's attackers could be someone closer to home. Earlier this week fans of the ITV soap were horrified when the character, played by Nicola Wheeler, was attacked as she tried to get back to her car.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out a new suspect after Nicola King was attacked on Tuesday's episode. Only recently, Nicola was mugged, beaten and left bloodied by a group of teenage girls as she attempted to make her way to her car so she could drive home after a night out with Laurel Thomas and Bernice Blackstock.

Emmerdale fans were quick to offer a solution on Thursday night after it was revealed that the CCTV in the car park had failed to record Nicola King's attackers. On Tuesday's episode, Nicola was mugged, beaten and left bloodied by a group of teenage girls as she attempted to make her way to her car so she could drive home after a night out with Laurel Thomas and Bernice Blackstock.

Fans were horrified when they witnessed Nicola King being attacked in the latest episode of Emmerdale. The character, played by Nicola Wheeler, was set upon by a group of girls after she headed back to her car which had been left in a multi-story car park.

Emmerdale fans were in for a shock when they tuned in to the ITV soap on Tuesday night (June 14) as Nicola King was brutally attacked. The character had gone on a spontaneous trip out with half-sister Bernice Blackstock and Laurel Thomas.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out one of Nicola King's attackers' identity after she was mugged, beaten and left bloodied in harrowing scenes on Tuesday. During the latest episode, Laurel Thomas, Nicola and Bernice Blackstock headed out to a bar in an attempt to find romantic suitors for Laurel and Bernice.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out Nicola King's attackers' downfall after she was mugged, beaten and left bloodied in harrowing scenes on Tuesday. During the latest episode, Laurel Thomas, Nicola and Bernice Blackstock headed out to a bar in an attempt to find romantic suitors for Laurel and Bernice.

Emmerdale is set for some upsetting scenes this week as Nicola King is left living in fear after being violently set on by a gang of girls. As of late Nicola hasn’t been on the best of terms with her half-sister Bernice Blackstock thanks to their council rivalry, with Nicola even resorting to ruthless tactics to take out her sister, including scaring off a potential date. Seeing the sisters at war, pal Laurel Thomas suggests getting the sisters together and going for a night out.

Emmerdale fans have made their feelings very clear as they saw Leyla Cavanagh taking drugs for the first time. Viewers of the ITV soap had already figured out the wedding planner was behind the discovery of a substance in the Take A Vow office.

Emmerdale fans were left furious at one particular character as they believe they are the one responsible for Jai Sharma and Laurel Thomas splitting up - again. Viewers of the ITV soap had already seen Laurel finally agree to give Jai another chance after dumping him for taking out a loan in her name.

Emmerdale fans were left frustrated for Jai Sharma on Wednesday's episode after he was wrongly caught with drugs next to his wallet. During the latest instalment, Kim Tate, who has been feuding with Jai over her plans for the Hide Bistro, entered Take A Vow where she threw his coat off a chair and to the ground.

Emmerdale fans were left in tears on Monday's heartbreaking episode as Marlon Dingle had a stroke just after getting engaged to partner Rhona Goskirk. During the latest instalment, Marlon, who didn't realise that Rhona was planning on proposing too, started having doubts about popping the question as he reflected on his past failed relationships. However, after a pep talk from ex-wife Laurel Thomas, Marlon decided to propose just at the exact same time as Rhona planned to pop the question.

Emmerdale fans know them as Manpreet and Jai Sharma in the Dales but actors Rebecca Sarker and Chris Bisson actually share a Coronation Street connection.

Emmerdale fans appear to have found a solution to Laurel Thomas' home issues - if another character steps up.

Emmerdale fans have issued a desperate plea to soap bosses following the latest trip the village.

Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) appears to be in danger next week on Emmerdale as she gears up for her wedding with Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle).The bride-to-be gets the impression that something's off when things start going wrong for her at work. Vanessa Woodfield (Michelle Hardwick) is less than impressed with her performance and disciplines her, but that's the least of Dawn's worries. She's being followed.Things take a truly sinister turn when Dawn returns home from her hen party to find her wedding dress vandalised.

Emmerdale's Nicola King star Nicola Wheeler has shared behind-the-scenes filming secrets after the ITV soap aired the village's carol concert. During the recent episode, Nicola was seen tucking into a plate of mince pies before the choir's performance as Laurel Thomas shouted: "Nicola, stop stuffing your face! Come on, the choir needs you!" Holding a huge tray of mince pies, Nicola continued to eat them as she admitted: "I can't get enough!" and then joined the choir to start singing.

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Charlotte Bellamy, 47, has starred in Emmerdale since 2002, leading her character – Laurel Thomas – to become a firm favourite on the soap. And the star has recently been embroiled in a tricky storyline as she and Jai Sharma, played by Chris Bisson, discovered they’re expecting a baby together.The couple learnt their child will be born with Down's syndrome and after some tricky conversations they decide Laurel will have a termination.

Emmerdale has reportedly been hit by 182 more Ofcom complaints after horrified viewers slammed the Down's Syndrome abortion storyline.The popular ITV soap opera has seen characters Laurel Thomas, played by Charlotte Bellamy, and Jai Sharma, played by Chris Bisson, fall pregnant before deciding to terminate the pregnancy after finding out he or she could have Down's Syndrome – which means the baby would be born with an extra chromosome and would have some level of a learning disability.

Down’s syndrome.Hazel Toal’s 10-year-old daughter Emily has Down’s syndrome and they are both involved with the charity Wouldn’t Change a Thing, which challenges outdated perceptions of people with the condition.She said the Down’s syndrome community is upset about the Emmerdale storyline, which will start in the next few weeks, showing Laurel Thomas, played by Charlotte Bellamy, and her on-screen partner Jai Sharma, played by Chris Bisson, deciding to terminate their pregnancy after finding out

Charlotte Bellamy has spoken out about her Emmerdale story line which sees her character Laurel Thomas and partner Jai Sharma opt to have an abortion after finding out their unborn child has Down's Syndrome.The soap, which paid tribute to the late Leah Bracknell in September, has received criticism from Down's Syndrome rights campaigners for going ahead with the sensitive storyline.

Emmerdale’s Charlotte Bellamy has urged viewers to wait until they have watched all of the episodes before they judge the soap’s latest Down’s Syndrome storyline.The 47-year-old actress’s character Laurel Thomas and partner Jai Sharma (Chris Bisson) are set to terminate their pregnancy after a test reveals their unborn child has Down's syndrome.The announcement of the upcoming storyline has sparked upset on social media among Down’s syndrome campaigners and community.Bellamy told ITV’s Lorraine:

parents have blasted a controversial TV soap storyline where a couple terminate their pregnancy because the baby has Down's syndrome.Emmerdale has come under fire over the divisive storyline which sees Laurel Thomas and Jai Sharma deciding to abort their unborn baby after tests show it has the condition. Scenes are due to be aired this winter, however ITV bosses at the hit show have been blasted 'ignorant' over the decision by Scots parents who say they have been 'upset' by it.