Ryan Hawley confirms he's back 'permanently' on Emmerdale after huge life change
Emmerdale welcomed back Ryan Hawley as Robert Sugden in tonight's dramatic episode and now the returning star has confirmed that he's back "for good" after six years away.
"The secret is out today! My character is returning permanently and not just for Aaron and John's wedding. I am back for good, and I am so excited to be playing Robert again," he told The Mirror in an exclusive chat.
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