Paddy Kirk Latest Celebrity News & Gossip

Dominic Brunt is best known for portraying Paddy Kirk in Emmerdale, but before finding fame on the ITV soap he had a very different career.The 52 year old joined the cast of the hit ITV soap back in 1997 and has remained on our screens ever since, taking on a number of hard-hitting storylines over the years. Most recently, Dominic's character Paddy has been facing a battle with his mental health after his wife, Chas, had an affair with Al Chapman, who was murdered after the adultery came to light.

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.

Ever since Emmerdale welcomed newcomer Ella Forster to the village earlier this year, fans at home have been adamant that something about the bubbly receptionist didn’t quite add up. In fact, in the months Ella has been resident in the village, she has revealed very little about her life before starting work at the GP surgery - leading many fans to suspect that she may have a secret dark past. As regular viewers will know, Ella, played by former Coronation Street star Paula Lane, was first introduced back in January at a veterinary ball attended by Paddy Kirk and Mandy Dingle.

Emmerdale producer Laura Shaw has teased dramatic spring storylines that will change the lives of lots of characters in the show – and there’s a new face in the village too. Laura teased that newcomer, Rose, will arrive very soon. While Rose is a stranger to most people in the village she is someone from Will Taylor’s (Dean Andrews) past.

You couldn't get two more opposite storylines as a big day at court and a proposal are both on the cards in Emmerdale next week. It starts with Marlon Dingle who struggles to get his wife Rhona to take her mind off her upcoming day in court as she dreads facing her kidnap charges.

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.

Emmerdale will air a sad death next week with Paddy Kirk among those quick to make an emotional tribute. Spoilers for the upcoming scenes reveal that the villagers will be informed of the death of Pearl Ladderbanks.

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.

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.

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.

Chas Dingle faces her cancer operation next week before a surprise kiss in Emmerdale. When she only allows herself two weeks off on the Woolpack roster, her son Aaron worries that she’s not facing up to the reality of her upcoming surgery after she decided to undergo a double mastectomy following her cancer diagnosis.

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.

The Dingles are in for a tough time; latest Emmerdale spoilers have revealed as Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) opens up about her cancer diagnosis and Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) is outcast by the family. Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) sits by Cain Dingle’s (Jeff Hordley) bedside waiting for him to wake up after he collapsed following Aaron's vicious attack at the garage. Chas' contempt for her son is clear when Aaron asks her about Cain’s condition.

Since first making her Emmerdale debut back in 1995 as Mandy Dingle, actress Lisa Riley has quickly cemented her place in soap history of one of the show’s most beloved stars. Well known for her bubbly personality and infectious joy, Mandy has been at the heart of some of Emmerdale’s most thrilling storylines over the past three decades, including her on-off again romance with Paddy Kirk, and the surprising revelation that she had adopted her son Vinny, while in a relationship with Vinny’s abusive dad Paul Ashdale.

Emmerdale fans have made the same prediction about Paddy Kirk after slamming his 'vile' behaviour towards girlfriend Mandy Dingle. The pair have been back together for a few months following the end of Paddy's marriage to Chas Dingle as a result of her affair with Al Chapman.

Eight years on since soap fans saw Coronation Street star Paula Lane grace the cobbles, the much loved actress has finally returned to our screens, this time in rival soap Emmerdale. Making her debut as the character Ella Forster, fans will first see the new character when she loses her job after sticking up for Mandy Dingle, the girlfriend of Paddy Kirk, at the annual veterinary ball.

The Hopes and the rest of the village attend Heath Hope's (Sebastian Dowling) funeral in Emmerdale spoilers, also a blossoming romance turns to a health scare for one couple and Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) continues to spiral after Harry's (Will Beck) death. In the wake of Heath Hope’s (Sebastian Dowling) death, Bob Hope (Tony Audenshaw) tells Wendy Posner (Susan Cookson) he still can’t face Cathy Hope (Gabrielle Dowling). Brenda Walker (Lesley Dunlop) is living when Bob continues to avoid their daughter.

Emmerdale has confirmed its new boss months after producer Jane Hudson stepped down from the role after five years. Jane, who announced her departure in August, oversaw some of the show’s biggest storylines in recent times including Marlon Dingle’s stroke and Faith’s terminal breast cancer diagnosis.

Emmerdale fans have demanded the soap 'sort' one of their characters out as they find themselves 'switching off'. Viewers tuned in on Tuesday night (December 19) for their latest trip to the Dales which saw Aaron Dingle find himself a new enemy in the village.

Ever since Emmerdale favourite Bear Wolf arrived on our screens back in 2019 as Paddy Kirk’s long lost father, the former wrestler with a heart of gold has cemented his place in the hearts of viewers across the country. Whether it was rebuilding his relationship with his estranged son Paddy, or forming a close knit friendship group with Marlon Dingle, Mary Goskirk and even Mandy Dingle, Bear truly delighted audiences with his seamless transition into village life.

Emmerdale fans have said they 'can't watch it' as they continued to share their dismay over Aaron Dingle's personality change. The character returned to the village last month after being forced back by his uncle Cain Dingle from Italy where he was getting himself into some serious trouble.

Emmerdale star Zoe Henry has played the role of Rhona Goskirk since 2001 and has certainly made a name for herself on the ITV soap.The soap star, 49 has been at the heart of storylines recently as she supports Lydia Dingle after she was raped by her childhood friend Craig Reed. Last week viewers watched as Lydia returned home to tell her husband, Sam, Mandy Dingle and Belle Dingle before seeking support from Rhona. Over the years, Rhona has been caught up in her own heartbreaking storylines in the Yorkshire village including domestic abuse when she was married to her second husband Pierce Harris.

Emmerdale fans how been issuing the same response following Aaron Dingle's return. The character, played by Danny Miller, made a dramatic return to the village during scenes aired in the ITV soap on Monday night (October 9).

Danny Miller has issued an apology as he was seen making a shock return to Emmerdale, nearly two years after he quit as a full-time cast member. Fans of the ITV soap had been desperate to know who Cain Dingle and Caleb Milligan have been keeping hostage in an empty barn.

Emmerdale star Danny Miller has shared that fans may end up 'hating' Aaron Dingle as he officially returned to the village. The actor has reprised the role of Aaron in the ITV soap almost a year after briefly being seen in the fictional Yorkshire village.

Emmerdale fans have reacted in their droves as the person being hidden in the barn by Cain Dingle and Caleb Milligan was revealed as Aaron Dingle. Viewers of the ITV soap have made no secret of their hopes for Danny Miller to reprise his role following a brief appearance last year.

Emmerdale viewers are convinced they may have rumbled the true identity of returning villain Harry, who is masquerading as "Simon" in the latest plot line. The newcomer, who was first seen last month when he showed himself to be a nasty gangster and beat up Caleb Milligan in the village, has set his sights on Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter). After meeting and flirting with the grieving mum in Monday night's episode, he ended up staying over at the Woolpack pub and sleeping on the sofa.

Emmerdale viewers have predicted that Paddy Kirk and Chas Dingle could end up getting back together following the latest twist in the Dales, which saw gangster villain Harry back in the village. The mystery man has already targeted Chas (played by Lucy Pargeter) and given a fake name to hide his true identity, as he told the barmaid that his name was Simon and he had travelled down to the village from Manchester to go "house-hunting". Chas, who was going through a difficult time due to it being the five-year anniversary of her baby daughter Grace's death, had retired to the Hyde restaurant with a bottle of wine when Harry arrived.

Karen Blick is marking seven years in the Dales in 2023, but she is currently earning praise for arguably her biggest storyline to date. The actress joined the ITV soap in 2016 as Lydia Hart who was actually born Jennifer 'Jenny' Finn.

Following the death of her longterm partner two years ago, Dame Maureen Lipman has revealed she's found love again and is dating a new man.The Coronation Street actress, 77, who portrays Evelyn Plummer in the hit ITV soap, is set to attend the National Television Awards next week with her mystery "gentleman friend", whose name is David. Speaking about the upcoming awards bash in a new interview with the Sunday Express, Dame Maureen said: “I’m going with my gentleman friend David – it’s a baptism of fire for him.The most important thing is that I find a dress.” She described her new beau as "very nice", adding: “It’s a gift for all concerned.

When Emmerdale first introduced the loveable Lydia Dingle to fans back in 2016, it didn’t take long for the character to capture the hearts and attention of the nation. During her time on the show, the character has faced everything from a string of short-lived romances with Paddy Kirk and Rishi Sharma, the heartbreaking loss of her stillborn son, and more recently the sting of the cost of living crisis - but along the way she also fell for and married the love of her life, Sam Dingle.

It is the day of baby Reuben's christening, but his father, Mackenzie Boyd, is distracted after his kiss with Charity Dingle, Emmerdale spoilers have revealed. Fans will recall that this week, despite being in a relationship with Chloe Harris, Mack shared a passionate moment with his ex Charity. And the next day, the embrace is still playing on his mind and he dashes out of the house, leaving Chloe behind to get ready for the special occasion.

Emmerdale's Mackenzie Boyd and Charity Dingle are in for a shock as they share a passionate moment just hours before baby Reuben's christening. In recent episodes, viewers have watched as Reuben's mum Chloe Harris and his dad Mack have failed in an attempt to get a venue for the party after his christening. However, on Tuesday, 22 August Mack's ex Charity told Chloe that she could hold the party at the Woolpack, but she was too embarrassed to accept the offer.

Trouble could be ahead for Emmerdale sweethearts Sam and Lydia Dingle after the arrival of Lydia's long-lost pal Craig. Lydia bumped into her old friend while at a job fair last week, and his arrival has led to Lydia getting a new job. During Monday night's episode, the pair seemed to pick up where they left all those years ago as they filled one another in on their lives since they left the children's home.

The men of Emmerdale are going to rally around a guilt-ridden Dan Spencer, the latest spoilers have revealed.The move from the men comes days after mechanic Dan was charged with GBH for punching Lloyd Sawyer last week. Lloyd had been talking to Dan's young daughter Amelia online and even turned up at her work. When he returned to the village for a second time, Dan lost it and punched him, but as he fell to the ground, Lloyd hit his head on a rock, leaving him in a bad way.