Emmerdale casts Slow Horses and EastEnders star as newcomer 'sends shockwaves'
The actor, best known to soap fans as evil paedophile Tony King, will become a permanent fixture in the Yorkshire Dales from September.
Though Emmerdale bosses are remaining tight-lipped as to the full scope of Kev's intentions, they have let slip that he arrives searching for one villager in particular…but who? And why?
On the new addition to the village, Emmerdale boss Laura Shaw said: 'We are delighted that someone of Chris' calibre has joined our cast.
I think the viewers will be intrigued to see how the character of Kev will cause shockwaves this autumn.
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Kev has a strong connection to one of our characters and it's safe to say his arrival is going to be a massive surprise that will have major repercussions for some of our villagers.' More Trending
On joining the long-running serial drama, former Shameless star Chris said: 'I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. Who is Kev looking for?
'Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I'm looking forward to getting cracking!'
Outside of soap-land, viewers will recognise Chris from Shameless, The Bay and Slow Horses.
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