The end ‘sealed' for Charity and Mack in Emmerdale as row explodes over sad loss
Mack was very clear at the beginning of the surrogacy saga that he did not want Charity playing surrogate.
But after a lot of emotional blackmail and her disregarding his feelings for Sarah Sugden's (Katie Hill), he cracked and gave it his blessing. He later admitted to Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) that he only said yes as the probability of it being successful was so low.
Mack later had to eat his words after the embryo transfer and it seemed like everything was going ahead.
But then devastation hit – Mack convinced Charity (Emma Atkins) to go for a walk, where she slipped and fell, accidentally destroying the embryo. Mack foolishly revealed he was secretly pleased, causing Charity to kick him out.
Mack felt forced to consent to a second try, which saw Charity get pregnant, and now Mack truly is facing his biggest fear of losing his wife.
And yet Charity is still ignoring his needs. He wants them to spend time together, but she's too distracted with everything. Feeling rejected, Mack heads to the pub to drown his sorrows alone.
Ross Barton (Michael Parr) finds him and senses something going on, so ribs him about the surrogacy. Not in the mood for Ross' particular kind of bants, Mack reveals it's the anniversary of the day they lost their baby. More Trending
Mack is crushed that Charity hasn't even remembered what day it is.
Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale?
Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews.
Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers!
He leaves the pub and heads home half cut, where he blurts out the anniversary and that he still has problems with the pregnancy despite what he's said. Charity hits the roof.
He's been lying to her all along. In response, she kicks him out, then goes on to ghost him, leaving Mack feeling like scum and that their marriage is over.
Has Mack been proven right – that this baby has destroyed their marriage?
View More »
MORE: Another major Emmerdale exit as star at centre of key story 'set to leave'
MORE: All 25 soap spoilers for this week as Emmerdale's John strikes again
MORE: Major Emmerdale exit as star is killed off after 5 years by murderer John
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Metro
12 minutes ago
- Metro
EastEnders legend disowned by entire family in early BBC iPlayer release
This article contains spoilers for tonight's episode of EastEnders, which airs on BBC One at 7.30pm or can be streamed now on iPlayer. The floor has fallen from beneath Suki Panesar-Unwin's (Balvinder Sopal) feet as Avani Nandra-Hart's (Aaliyah James) pregnancy was exposed to their family. It's been a whirlwind few weeks, ever since Avani got a positive test and confided in best mate Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman) about her desire to have an abortion. She was terrified by the prospect of raising twisted Joel Marshall's (Max Murray) child, but her attempts at researching a clinic were spotted by Suki. Despite asserting that it could be Avani's only chance to have a child, the teen remained firm on her decision, and was prepared to open up to mum Priya (Sophie Khan Levy) and dad Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) about her ordeal. However, at the abortion clinic, Suki dealt a troubling offer – she would raise the child alongside wife Eve (Heather Peace), despite not consulting her about the matter. When Eve found out, she was furious but eventually warmed to the idea of being a parent, something she hadn't considered before. However, she could also see how much the pregnancy was already starting to have an impact on Avani's physical and mental health. She knew that Suki was pressuring her into giving birth, and wanted the decision to be Avani's. After a heart to heart, she had an abortion. The two then revealed all to an enraged Ravi and Priya – just as Suki walked in. In today's episode, Ravi implored his daughter to tell him who the father was – though Priya knew what problems that could cause and reassured their daughter that Joel needn't know if she didn't want him to. Suki desperately tried to build bridges with her family, telling Ravi that she was prepared to remortgage the Slaters' house to pay off the debts he owed at Walford East. But for once, Ravi was speechless. He had absolutely nothing to say to his step-mother, other than comparing her to his wicked, late father Nish (Navin Chowdhry). Regardless of Suki's offer, it seemed to be too late as an order to wind up the restaurant had already been issued. She then tried to turn the tables on Eve, saying that it was irresponsible of her to take a child to have such a major procedure without her parents' knowledge. Avani recently celebrated her 16th birthday on screen. She had lavish ideas for her party, which Ravi promised her despite his monetary issues. When Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) flushed 50k worth of drugs that Ravi planned to deal down the loo, Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) stepped in with some damage control. He promised Ravi that Avani could have exclusive use of the nightclub – something which seemed to work. However, that night, Ravi told Harry that he had to repay his debts by pushing the narcotics on his behalf. Despite Avani being 16, actress Aaliyah James is a lot older. She turned 25 on 26th June. In response to Suki's desperation, Priya swanned into the room and slapped her, branding her 'poison'. She then chased after Ravi, who was on the warpath to find Joel. In their absence, Avani began to bleed, and Suki had to take her to the hospital. There, she confessed that she felt her ill health was a punishment from God for having a termination. Meanwhile, a blissfully unaware Ravi launched a verbal attack on Joel. When his dad Ross (Alex Walkinshaw) suggested that Avani may have slept with someone else – or multiple people – Ravi saw red. Ross' only saving grace was the fact news reached Priya that Avani had been hospitalised, and the two left. Later, Joel branded her 'weak and stupid' for making the decision without him. At the end of the day, Suki came home and found Eve, son Vinny (Shiv Jalota) and grandson Nugget (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) packing their bags and leaving. They were so disgusted by her behaviour that they couldn't bare to be under the same roof. For Eve, she said that Suki had opened her up to the hurt of believing that she could one day be a mother, and she doesn't know what they have left in their marriage. Is this the end of Sukeve, and what will Suki do without her family? This could well be leading up to somewhat of an absence for Suki, in the wake of losing her clan? We know that Balvinder Sopal is heading to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom this autumn, though she has confirmed that she will still be in Albert Square. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! For example, Jay Brown actor Jamie Borthwick continued to appear – albeit less frequently – during last year's competition. More Trending 'I can't stop butterflies. Every time I think about it, they just go,' the actress told Good Morning Britain yesterday. 'I dabbled a little bit. I did ballroom and Latin as a kind of hobby, and I really love it. And I think when you've got a passion for something, you're naturally kind of inclined to enjoy it. So I'll definitely enjoy it.' View More » 'I don't know if I'll be any good!,' she added, saying she loved the drama of Latin dancing. MORE: Inside EastEnders and Strictly star Balvinder Sopal's life and prolific career MORE: EastEnders confirms passion as fan-favourite couple go official at last MORE: EastEnders nightmare as Walford favourite takes drugs in horror scenes
Wales Online
12 minutes ago
- Wales Online
BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova taken to hospital mid-rehearsals
BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova taken to hospital mid-rehearsals Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova was rushed to hospital after she suffered a horror fall during a training session ahead of the series - with an ambulance called Strictly Come Dancing Logo (Image: Strictly Come Dancing) Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova was rushed to hospital following a terrifying tumble during practice sessions. The dancer was rehearsing in north London on Tuesday afternoon when she suffered a painful injury that left her in considerable discomfort. An ambulance was summoned due to concerns about potential back injuries. A source revealed: "It looked pretty nasty and no-one was taking any chances. The Strictly crew rushed into action and she was stretchered out." Someone close to the programme confirmed: "As a precaution, following a fall during rehearsals, Nadiya was taken to hospital for checks and is receiving full support from medical and welfare teams. "Rehearsals continue and the Strictly team are in close contact with Nadiya.", reports the Mirror. A London Ambulance Service representative stated: "We were called at 12:37pm on Tuesday 12 August to reports of an incident at Regent's Park Road, NW1." For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter "We sent an ambulance crew to the scene and treated one person before taking them to hospital." Nadiya, 35, underwent several hours of medical examinations but it's believed she has now been discharged from hospital. The incident occurred as fresh Strictly participants were revealed yesterday, featuring a YouTube personality, an EastEnders star and a Love Island champion amongst the initial group of celebrities. Television presenter and YouTube personality George Clarke was confirmed as the sixth famous participant. George revealed: "Never thought I'd say this... but I'm doing Strictly! Strictly Come Dancing's Nadiya Bychkova at the Room To Breathe Hospital Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London. (Image: PA) "Honestly, I've got no idea what I'm doing but I'm excited to get stuck in ... and potentially fall over a fair bit." This follows the announcement that EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal had been confirmed as a participant during a live segment broadcast from Albert Square on ITV's Good Morning Britain (GMB). She explained that "being on Strictly is a dream that I held on to, with no proof that it would ever happen." The remaining celebrities confirmed for the competition include Love Island champion Dani Dyer, Gladiators performer Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Doctor Who star Alex Kingston and ex-footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. During her appearance on The One Show following the announcement, Dani, daughter of actor Danny Dyer, commented: "It's such a fun magical show - to be asked to do it is such an honour. "I just can't wait to be able to wear (the costumes) - it's going to be so much fun." Former Chelsea striker Hasselbaink remarked: "I'm a father of only girls and Strictly is a part of our home life - I like the show. Let's have a go." Meanwhile, actress Kingston, who interrupted her Italian holiday to speak with presenters Alex Scott and Roman Kemp, quipped: "I was super excited but now I'm terrified." Aikines-Aryeetey, recognised as Nitro on the revived Gladiators programme, had previously taken part in last year's Strictly Christmas Special and described his choice to participate again on Monday as "so nice I just had to do it twice." In July, the BBC revealed that two "incredible" new professional dancers, Alexis Warr from the US and Australian dancer Julian Caillon, would be joining the show. Article continues below Daly and Winkleman are set to return as presenters, alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas at the judges' table. Strictly is scheduled to make its comeback on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September.
Metro
41 minutes ago
- Metro
Sabrina Carpenter reveals what she keeps on her nightstand to sleep at night
Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Pop sensation and icon Sabrina Carpenter has given fans a rare peek into her nighttime routine, and yes, it's just as dreamy as you'd expect. In a recent Instagram post shared to her 48.2 million followers, the Espresso singer uploaded a candid snapshot of herself in bed, with her bedside table in full view. And internet sleuths were quick to spot one of the items resting on the table – the Dusty Gold Silk Sleep Mask from Drowsy Sleep Co. Made using 100% mulberry silk fabric that feels buttery-soft, this plush pillowy eye mask wraps around your head and is secured by adjustable velcro. It stays snug, blocks out all the light and is super comfortable, even for the most sensitive sleepers. Buy Now for £58.65 (was £69) This isn't just any sleep mask, it's the sleep mask. Adored by beauty editors, makeup artists, and A-listers alike, the Drowsy Sleep Mask has achieved cult status for a reason. Made using 100% mulberry silk and generously padded for a cloud-like feel, it gives you a total blackout experience – great if you're prone to waking early during summer months. The mask is available in a dreamy range of colours and patterns, from Midnight Blue to Blush Pink, but Sabrina's pick? The pretty Dusty Gold, a light champagne yellow. Whether you're heading to bed and struggling to block out external distractions, or need to replace your old, tight and uncomfortable eye mask, Drowsy's seriously upgrades your bedtime routine. More Trending And it's not just for home use. The Drowsy Sleep Mask is a frequent flyer's dream and perfect for blocking out bright cabin lights and slipping into a slumber at 30,000 feet. So, if you've been looking for an excuse to glam up your night time routine, consider this your sign. Sabrina's given it the seal of approval, after all. Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share your views in the comments below MORE: I'll sleep soundly through the next heatwave thanks to this game-changing item from Oodie MORE: Best duvet for hot sleepers? This one feels like it was 'fluffed by angels' MORE: 'As a beauty expert, I've tried every blush but I always come back to this one' Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
