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The Sun
20 hours ago
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- The Sun
Shock Emmerdale exit as soap legend leaves just days after returning
THERE was yet another shock in Emmerdale with an exit as a soap legend left the dales again just days after making a dramatic return. Viewers tuned into the long-running ITV soap to see Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) tie the knot with John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth). 7 7 Aaron's ex-husband Robert (Ryan Hawley) made a sensational Emmerdale comeback as he attempted to stop the nuptials. He was previously seen on-screen when he was sent down for the murder of Lee, who raped his sister Victoria (Isabel Hodgins). The character was sentenced to fourteen years without parole and he was transferred to a different prison that was far away from the village. However, Robert was released early and he found out about Aaron's wedding on social media. He admitted that he still loved Aaron and the pair kissed on the bridge, before he got into a fight with John. On tonight's episode that was uploaded to ITVX, Robert will make another exit. After Aaron chooses to go through with the wedding to John, Robert is arrested for breaking the terms of his licence. Suspecting that John reported his half-brother to the police for missing his first probation meeting, he soon gets dragged back to prison. He calls Victoria who is celebrating the wedding of her other brother from the Woolpack. Although Robert reminds her that he and Aaron once took their vows in front of the village residents, she urges him to admit defeat. Emmerdale shock return as Aaron's wedding to serial killer is gatecrashed by ex She tells him that ultimately, Aaron chose John, but Robert was not having it, as he replied: "For now maybe." Victoria then asks how long he will remain behind bars, to which he says: "For a while maybe. "I guess you should use this time to put it all behind you, admit that you've lost and move on." Robert then put the phone down and disgruntledly made his way back to his cell. Aaron Dingle's biggest storylines The character Aaron Dingle (formerly Livesy) made his Emmerdale debut all the way back in 2003. Current actor Danny Miller took on the role in 2008. Here are some of Aaron's biggest soap storylines over the years. McFarlane family: After Aaron returns to the village in 2008, he is arrested by Ross Kirk (Samuel Anderson) for possession of drugs. His mother Chas ' (Lucy Pargeter) family later learn he is a drug courier for the McFarlanes. Coming to terms with his homosexuality: Initially, Aaron questioned and struggled to come to terms with his homosexuality. He ultimately confided in friend and guardian Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt). Romantic advance towards Adam Barton: At one point, Aaron begins dating Holly Barton (Sophie Powles) and befriends her brother Adam (Adam Thomas). Aaron tries to kiss Adam after they are involved in a run-off road collision. Embarrassed, he tells Adam that he misunderstood the situation. Aaron sleeps with Holly, however, Adam informs his family that he thinks Aaron is gay. Aaron denies it but Holly ends the relationship. Child sexual abuse: In 2015, it was revealed Aaron had been sexually abused by his father Gordon (Gary Mavers) when he was from the age of 8 before Gordon kicked him out. Ultimately, Gordon was imprisoned years later - but took his own life while in prison. Relationship with Jackson Walsh: Aaron and Jackson Walsh (Marc Silcock) started dating after a tumultuous start to knowing each other. Their story ultimately ended in heartbreak, as Jackson died by assisted suicide. Suicide attempt: A harrowing storyline from 2010 saw a then-teenage Aaron attempt to take his own life. Relationship with Robert Sugden: Aaron and long-standing character Robert Sugden were romantically linked following the latter's return in 2014. Nicknamed "Robron", the pair married in 2018, however, Robert exited the soap in 2019. This is sure to be a shock to viewers as it was previously revealed that Ryan will be back permanently, although his first return was only for an initial short stint. A source said: "It will soon become clear that Robert's freedom isn't all that it seems and he will end up back behind bars for a little while. "His full-time return will come later in the summer and it's set to be explosive." The actor previously broke his silence on his huge soap comeback, saying: "It sets up a fantastic few episodes to finish off the wedding week which shows how the incident of Robert turning up will resolve itself." 7 7 7 7 7
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
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- North Wales Chronicle
Emmerdale star breaks silence on ITV return after 6 years
Ryan Hawley who plays the role of Robert Sugden, made an unexpected arrival in the Yorkshire Dales-set village last night (May 28). Viewers 'couldn't believe' he was back on their TV screens as he gatecrashed the wedding of his former love interest,t Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and his new partner, John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth). Emmerdale fans might remember that Robert was sentenced to life in prison for playing a part in the death of Lee Posner. The Rob to Danny's Ron 🎬#Emmerdale The character also cut ties with ex Aaron and filed for divorce. But is Robert going to be sticking around? Ryan has now broken his silence on his character's return and has issued a major update for fans. Speaking to The Mirror, he revealed: '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.' Explaining how he landed his comeback, Ryan added: 'Recently, while I was living in Brazil with my family, where we had been for the past year, Danny texted to see how I would feel. We've always kept in touch, and after a lot of thought, I told him, 'Yeah, I am up for it. ' I then got a call swiftly from the producers, and it went from there.' The actor has also moved back to Britain to join his fellow Emmerdale cast permanently. He continued: 'The timing felt right for us to not only move back to Britain, but also for me to come back to Emmerdale. Enough time has passed, and with this big wedding storyline, it is the right time for Robert to cause chaos and huge drama!' ITV viewers have taken to X, reacting to the exciting news, as someone wrote: 'Its been a long six years but this is what #robron fans have been waiting for... ryan hawley returning to #emmerdale as robert sugden. we all hope that he returns to the show full time but so happy that he has come back. let hope our favourite couple get a happy ending.' Another added: 'Can't believe I'm willingly tuning into #Emmerdale again. The power of Robert Sugden is still unmatched.' This person posted: 'I can't believe it Robert sugden is back he's back it's been a long time coming he's my favourite character in the show so glad to see him back in #emmerdale and we have Aaron and Robert reunited #robron.' Recommended reading: Casualty and Doctors star to join Emmerdale as part of dog attack storyline Emmerdale fans 'so glad' character has returned in dramatic episode after 19 years Emmerdale star's real life romance with iconic EastEnders soap actress An excited viewer commented: 'HE WASNT IN THE DREAM!?!? He's gonna be back for real OM*G ROBERT JACOB SUGDEN I LOVE YOU #emmerdale.' Meanwhile, this returning Emmerdale viewer said: 'Waking up at 7am to watch emmerdale for the first time in 6 years as Robert Sug Can't believe I'm willingly tuning into #Emmerdale again. The power of Robert Sugden is still unmatchedden has came home to us.' Emmerdale airs on ITV1 and ITVX weeknights from 7.30pm.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Emmerdale star Ryan Hawley breaks his silence on THAT unexpected return as show bosses reveal the extreme measures they took to keep his storyline under wraps
Emmerdale 's Ryan Hawley has broken his silence on his return to the ITV soap as the show bosses reveal the extreme lengths they took on keeping his storyline under wraps. The actor, 39, took on the role of Robert Sugden in The Dales back in 2014. Ryan left Emmerdale back in 2019 after his alter-ego was involved in the murder of Lee Posner (Kris Mochrie). Robert was sent to prison for accidentally killing Wendy Posner's son Lee after raping his sister Victoria Barton (Isabel Hodgins). On Wednesday fans went wild as Robert gatecrashed his ex Aaron Dingle's wedding to his long-lost brother John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth). Speaking to The Mirror about his epic return, he said: 'The secret is out today! From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. '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.' The star has been living in Brazil with his family over the past year and never thought it was the 'right time' to reprise his role. But something had changed to make him return. And the show pulled out all the stops to make sure that the return was a surprise and kept under wraps for as long as possible. He explained: 'My scripts have had Marco on them, rather than Robert, and so much effort has been put into it. 'I have been coming in via a secret entrance, so nobody could see me arrive, and it has been very hush, hush. 'I have also got driven in by one of our very trusted esteemed transport seniors to make sure it stayed a secret, and so much hard work has been put into it logistically.' Robert was sent to prison for accidentally killing Wendy Posner's son Lee (Kris Mochrie) after raping his sister Victoria Barton (Isabel Hodgins, pictured) Speaking on Thursday's episode of ITV's Lorraine, Ryan confirmed that he isn't going anywhere. He told the host: ''It's indefinite. 'Robert is back. He's coming back to try and win Aaron back. 'He's trying to stop John.' Ryan has had a very popular acting career since shooting to fame in the 2000s. He landed a role in Life Is Wild in 2007, followed by another in Doctors the following year. He also played Will in Survivors the same year. Before starring in Emmerdale, he played Andy Thatcher in Devil's Pass, John Van Ert in Father Brown and Jack Thayer in Titanic. After leaving The Dales he starred in two episodes of Silent Witness as Michael Robson. He also took on the role of Sid Crabtree in All Creatures Great and Small. Last year he starred in five episodes of Casualty as Jamie Cleveland. Ryan is also a stage performer, having been in The History Boys, Letting in Air and You May Go Now. On Wednesday night, viewers were over the moon with Robert's epic return. Taking to social media, one said: 'Robron back in the year 2025 after six years I've never been f*****g happier; 'I'm sorry, but to be gone six years and turn up looking this GORGEOUS?! HIS POWER!!!' 'Robert: Miss me. Everyone: YES;' 'ROBRON IS BACK IN THE YEAR 2025 ROBRON STANS HOW WE FEELING.' Speaking about the reaction on Lorraine on Thursday morning, Ryan said to the Scottish host: 'Some of the reactions, I was like "wow". 'I was on a train, coming here to see you! I've seen some on social media, great response - and some people here! 'It's such a good year going forward. Towards end of year... I'm so excited where the show is going. It's a great time to be involved in it.' Emmerdale airs on ITV.
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Emmerdale star breaks silence on ITV return after 6 years
Ryan Hawley who plays the role of Robert Sugden, made an unexpected arrival in the Yorkshire Dales-set village last night (May 28). Viewers 'couldn't believe' he was back on their TV screens as he gatecrashed the wedding of his former love interest,t Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and his new partner, John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth). Emmerdale fans might remember that Robert was sentenced to life in prison for playing a part in the death of Lee Posner. The character also cut ties with ex Aaron and filed for divorce. Is Robert Sugden back on EastEnders for good? But is Robert going to be sticking around? Ryan has now broken his silence on his character's return and has issued a major update for fans. Speaking to The Mirror, he revealed: '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.' Explaining how he landed his comeback, Ryan added: 'Recently, while I was living in Brazil with my family, where we had been for the past year, Danny texted to see how I would feel. We've always kept in touch, and after a lot of thought, I told him, 'Yeah, I am up for it. ' I then got a call swiftly from the producers, and it went from there.' The Longest-Running UK Soaps The actor has also moved back to Britain to join his fellow Emmerdale cast permanently. He continued: 'The timing felt right for us to not only move back to Britain, but also for me to come back to Emmerdale. Enough time has passed, and with this big wedding storyline, it is the right time for Robert to cause chaos and huge drama!' ITV viewers have taken to X, reacting to the exciting news, as someone wrote: 'Its been a long six years but this is what #robron fans have been waiting for... ryan hawley returning to #emmerdale as robert sugden. we all hope that he returns to the show full time but so happy that he has come back. let hope our favourite couple get a happy ending.' Another added: 'Can't believe I'm willingly tuning into #Emmerdale again. The power of Robert Sugden is still unmatched.' Most Popular Soap Operas in the UK This person posted: 'I can't believe it Robert sugden is back he's back it's been a long time coming he's my favourite character in the show so glad to see him back in #emmerdale and we have Aaron and Robert reunited #robron.' Recommended reading: An excited viewer commented: 'HE WASNT IN THE DREAM!?!? He's gonna be back for real OM*G ROBERT JACOB SUGDEN I LOVE YOU #emmerdale.' Meanwhile, this returning Emmerdale viewer said: 'Waking up at 7am to watch emmerdale for the first time in 6 years as Robert Sug Can't believe I'm willingly tuning into #Emmerdale again. The power of Robert Sugden is still unmatchedden has came home to us.' Emmerdale airs on ITV1 and ITVX weeknights from 7.30pm.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Emmerdale fans go wild as Robert Sugden RETURNS to gatecrash ex Aaron Dingle's wedding - but will the pair rekindle their romance?
They were considered one of the soap's defining love stories. But after six long years, Emmerdale fans have rejoiced as Robert Sugden made a surprise return to the village in Wednesday's episode. Aaron had been set to tie the knot with Robert's brother John Sugden, unaware that he was a serial killer. But as the pair prepared to exchange their vows, Aaron was stunned when his ex-husband Robert walked into the venue, with actor Ryan Hawley reprising his role for a brief stint. This week, viewers have seen John struggle to hide his growing web of lies, terrorising his ex Aidan to death after he woke from his coma. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. While Aaron was originally prepared to call off the wedding, he had a change of heart and was ready to marry John, until Robert's surprise return. The episode ended on a dramatic cliffhanger, with Robert turning to Aaron to ask whether he's 'missed him.' Robert's return sent die-hard soap fans into a frenzy, with many rejoicing that he and his ex Aaron could finally be reunited. The pair's marriage came to an abrupt end in 2019 when Robert was jailed for manslaughter after attacking his sister Victoria's rapist Lee Posner. Posts on X included: 'Robron back in the year 2025 after six years I've never been f*****g happier; 'I'm sorry, but to be gone six years and turn up looking this GORGEOUS?! HIS POWER!!!' 'Robert: Miss me. Everyone: YES;' 'ROBRON IS BACK IN THE YEAR 2025 ROBRON STANS HOW WE FEELING; Robert's return sent die-hard soap fans into a frenzy, with many rejoicing that he and his ex Aaron could finally be reunited It's been a long six years but this is what #robron fans have been waiting for... Ryan Hawley returning to #emmerdale as Robert Sugden. We all hope that he returns to the show full time but so happy that he has come back. Let's hope our favourite couple get a happy ending' 'It's been a very loooong six years but we FINALLY HAVE #ROBRON.' Speaking about his return, Ryan hinted that it may not be Aaron that has led him back to the village. He told The Mirror: 'What's Robert doing there, has he got ulterior motives, does he know something about John? 'How has he even found out that this wedding was taking place? There's a lot to unpick and so much to be revealed over the next few nights. It's a great few episodes and I'm really excited to see them.' The actor did hint that Aaron will be left with a 'dilemma' over who he loves when he's reunited with his ex. He added: It's a massive dilemma for Aaron, who's found John as a new love in his life and then he's got Robert, who used to be the love of his life, turn up! 'He's got a massive decision to make. I guess all the weight is on Aaron's shoulders.' But all might not be as it seems, with it yet to be explained how Robert is out in the village and not still in prison where he's been for the last six years.' The actor remained tight-lipped on whether viewers could see Robert return again the future, but did say: 'I've been having so much fun, everyone's been lovely, and there are a lot of familiar faces and loads of really positive energy about the place. There's lots of drama, lots of conflict. 'There's the dilemma for Aaron and John and also his return affects so many other people in the village.'
