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Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Emmerdale fans ‘work out' who iconic EastEnders star is playing as mysterious new role announced
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EMMERDALE fans are throwing out theories about the on-screen identity of a former EastEnders star who has signed up for life in the Dales. ITV viewers reckon they've got actor Chris Coghill's latest soap project sussed after it was revealed he'd channel hopped to the Yorkshire-based show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 ITV viewers reckon they have Chris Coghill's new Emmerdale character sussed Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 5 He previously played EastEnders villain Tony King Credit: BBC 5 It comes after the soap confirmed Dylan's return after his stint in rehab Credit: ITV The screen star is best known for playing the evil Tony King in rival soap EastEnders. He has begun filming for his stint on the show this week. Bosses have revealed he's playing a character called Kev who is on the hunt for someone already in the village. Now loyal Emmerdale fans are already suspecting who exactly Kev is. One remarked: "The Emmerdale casting department is on fire atm," as another suggested: "I'll put money on it now, hes going to turn out to be Dylans Dad or relative." Back in June we told how Dylan Penders, played by Fred Kettle, will be returning to ITV screens soon after months off the show. The character was first introduced to Emmerdale viewers earlier this year when he befriended April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan), during her stint being unhoused and living on the streets. Yet after a stint in rehab he will make his return, with Emmerdale Producer, Laura Shaw, previously dropping a hint he could have family members to follow - linking in with the fan theory. At the time, she said: "He's [Dylan] going to be bringing his past back to the village with him. And that's going to cause huge problems for April and the wider family there. Laura added: "We've got a couple of exciting new castings that are joining us for that story, but I'm not allowed to tell you who they are. Watch this space, because it's very exciting." Shock death rocks Emmerdale as John Sugden takes drastic action And after her comments about new character Kev, fans suspect the link further. On Chris' soap role, she 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. '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.' Meanwhile, another fan suggested Kev is: "Someone Robert met in prison." Robert made a shock return to Emmerdale in May after six years away from the soap. CHRIS' TAKE Talking of his new soap role away from EastEnders, Chris said: 'I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. 'Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I'm looking forward to getting cracking!' Chris has starred in a string of high profile shows including The Bay, Slow Horses and Shameless. 5 Fans now think Chris' character Kev will be Dylan's dad Credit: ITV
The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Emmerdale fans ‘work out' who iconic EastEnders star is playing as mysterious new role announced
EMMERDALE fans are throwing out theories about the on-screen identity of a former EastEnders star who has signed up for life in the Dales. ITV viewers reckon they've got 5 ITV viewers reckon they have Chris Coghill's new Emmerdale character sussed Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 5 He previously played EastEnders villain Tony King Credit: BBC 5 It comes after the soap confirmed Dylan's return after his stint in rehab Credit: ITV The screen star is best known for playing the evil Tony King in rival soap EastEnders . He has begun filming for his stint on the show this week. Bosses have revealed he's playing a character called Kev who is on the hunt for someone already in the village. Now loyal Emmerdale fans are already suspecting who exactly Kev is. READ MORE EMMERDALE One remarked: "The Emmerdale casting department is on fire atm," as another suggested: "I'll put money on it now, hes going to turn out to be Dylans Dad or relative." Back in June we told how Dylan Penders, played by Fred Kettle, will be returning to ITV screens soon after months off the show. The character was first introduced to Emmerdale viewers earlier this year when he befriended April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan), during her stint Yet after a stint in rehab he will make his return, with Emmerdale Producer, Laura Shaw, previously dropping a hint he could have family members to follow - linking in with the fan theory. Most read in Soaps At the time, she said: "He's [Dylan] going to be bringing his past back to the village with him. And that's going to cause huge problems for April and the wider family there. Laura added: "We've got a couple of exciting new castings that are joining us for that story, but I'm not allowed to tell you who they are. Watch this space, because it's very exciting." Shock death rocks Emmerdale as John Sugden takes drastic action And after her comments about new character Kev, fans suspect the link further. On Chris' soap role, she 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. '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.' EMMERDALE NEWS Everything you need to know about Emmerdale All the Emmerdale spoilers Our The history of Meanwhile, another fan suggested Kev is: "Someone Robert met in prison." Robert CHRIS' TAKE Talking of his new soap role away from EastEnders, Chris said: 'I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. 'Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I'm looking forward to getting cracking!' Chris has starred in a string of high profile shows including The Bay, Slow Horses and Shameless. 5 Fans now think Chris' character Kev will be Dylan's dad Credit: ITV 5 It remains to be seen if Chris will play another soap villain Credit: Handout
The Sun
2 hours ago
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- The Sun
Emmerdale fans ‘work out' who iconic EastEnders star is playing as mysterious new role announced
EMMERDALE fans are throwing out theories about the on-screen identity of a former EastEnders star who has signed up for life in the Dales. ITV viewers reckon they've got actor Chris Coghill's latest soap project sussed after it was revealed he'd channel hopped to the Yorkshire-based show. 5 5 5 The screen star is best known for playing the evil Tony King in rival soap EastEnders. He has begun filming for his stint on the show this week. Bosses have revealed he's playing a character called Kev who is on the hunt for someone already in the village. Now loyal Emmerdale fans are already suspecting who exactly Kev is. One remarked: "The Emmerdale casting department is on fire atm," as another suggested: "I'll put money on it now, hes going to turn out to be Dylans Dad or relative." Back in June we told how Dylan Penders, played by Fred Kettle, will be returning to ITV screens soon after months off the show. The character was first introduced to Emmerdale viewers earlier this year when he befriended April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan), during her stint being unhoused and living on the streets. Yet after a stint in rehab he will make his return, with Emmerdale Producer, Laura Shaw, previously dropping a hint he could have family members to follow - linking in with the fan theory. At the time, she said: "He's [Dylan] going to be bringing his past back to the village with him. And that's going to cause huge problems for April and the wider family there. Laura added: "We've got a couple of exciting new castings that are joining us for that story, but I'm not allowed to tell you who they are. Watch this space, because it's very exciting." Shock death rocks Emmerdale as John Sugden takes drastic action And after her comments about new character Kev, fans suspect the link further. On Chris' soap role, she 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. '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.' Meanwhile, another fan suggested Kev is: "Someone Robert met in prison." Robert made a shock return to Emmerdale in May after six years away from the soap. CHRIS' TAKE Talking of his new soap role away from EastEnders, Chris said: 'I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. 'Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I'm looking forward to getting cracking!' Chris has starred in a string of high profile shows including The Bay, Slow Horses and Shameless. 5 5
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Emmerdale star reveals scenes were 'cut' at last minute before being brutally killed off
Emmerdale star Simon Haines has exclusively revealed that some of his scenes were 'cut' at the last minute just as he was about to begin shooting. Emmerdale star Simon Haines says some of his scenes were 'cut' before he had even started filming. The actor made three appearances on the ITV soap in July as the character of Owen Michaels and was seen on a date with Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley), but things took a sour turn when he spiked Robert's drink and John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) intervened. Just days later, paramedic John found Owen unresponsive at his home and instead of choosing to save him, left him to die so he could write up a note on his laptop framing him for the murder of Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter). Simon always knew his stay in the Dales was going to be short, but has now revealed that there were actually more scenes planned, explaining exclusively to the Mirror: "Yeah, we talked about it in advance with casting. Of course, the scripts always change. I think there was more Owen stuff in there, but by the time we came to do the first day shooting, it had been taken out. "I'm not sure, who knows? Probably not a second date with Robert but yeah we always knew it was going to be a sort of quick, impactful mini villain storyline." However, Simon was ultimately happy with his short run on the show, and explained: "It felt really good because I knew that I had other projects that were coming up and was sort of limited with availability and it was just a great chance to be a part of something so iconic, have a big impact and then get out." Fans are now convinced that they know how killer John will get his comeuppance, and even Simon thinks John 'tying himself in knots' now that things are starting to come to a head, but is not convinced that a return for himself is outside of the realms of possibility in soapland, as he teased: "I think so. I think John is tying himself in knots now. Ollie, on my last day, was like 'You never know, there could be a twin brother or something...' So, you never know, that might not be the last you see of me." Fans know that John has been messaging someone at a helpline to offload about his guilt, with him struggling over his actions. What we found out on Wednesday was that the person he's been messaging is none other than village vet Paddy Kirk. Paddy happens to be the father figure of John's husband Aaron Dingle. Fans are now convinced John will let slip everything he has done, after Paddy asked John, unaware it was him, if he wanted to speak on the phone. If Paddy is told anything by John and he recognises his voice, could it be game over for the killer? Fans certainly think so, wondering if Paddy will work it all out and expose the killer. One viewer posted online: "Did everybody see that? Will Paddy put 2+2 together & eventually figure out that he's talking to John on the Guardians helpline?" Another fan said: "Paddy being able to be the one who exposes John is actually a hilarious idea." A third viewer added: "Ahh Paddy is going to be the one to catch John out." Another fan echoed this theory, writing: "Ooo Paddy put it all together mate!" Meanwhile other fans hoped he might team up with John's brother Robert, who is already onto John. One fan suggested more than one character could now team up to take down John. They said: "Robert, Paddy , Cain and Tracy VS John." But other fans were worried about this latest development, sure it could leave Paddy in danger. If John was to find out Paddy was the person he was messaging, surely he would have to cover his tracks if he did confess to a crime. Fans wondered if Paddy would sadly be John's next victim. One viewer commented: "Don't tell me! Paddy's next," as another said: "OMG Paddy," along with a GIF teasing danger ahead for him.A further post said: "If John hurts a hair on Paddy's head, I will riot. He needs to get caught already." Viewers will have to stay tuned to find out if the pair speak and end up realising who each other is, and what this could mean for John.
Leader Live
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Controversial EastEnders villain set to move to Emmerdale
The ITV soap has called on the services of Chris Coghill, best known for playing the evil paedophile Tony King in rival soap EastEnders. His child sexual abuse storyline in the noughties marked the first time the subject matter had been broached in a UK soap opera, resulting in over 200 complaints from the public. Despite that, it received praise for raising awareness about the hidden nature of sexual abuse. Years later, Coghill will return to a different soap and start filming for his stint on the show this week. #EastEnders Who was Tony King? A reminder of Whitney's tragic past as her abuser's son vows to clear his dead dad's name Bosses have revealed he's playing a character called Kev who is on the hunt for someone already in the village. A source told the Sun that the addition of Kev will bring in heaps of drama: 'Kev is a complicated character who's going to set the cat amongst the pigeons in the village. 'It's going to lead to some huge storylines throughout autumn when what he wants is revealed.' Emmerdale Producer, 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. '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.' Recommended reading: Chris added: 'I am really happy to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. 'Kev is definitely going to shake things up a bit and I'm looking forward to getting cracking!' Chris has starred in a string of high-profile shows including The Bay, Slow Horses and Shameless. The actor will be appearing onscreen late September.
