Phil's cut off from Nigel and Ravi's a dead man walking... all the terrible consequences as Mark's return continues
Mark's arrival sent shockwaves around the Square...
The real reason Mark Fowler has returned to Walford was finally revealed in today’s EastEnders (Monday, January 26) and it marks the beginning of a fresh batch of drama in the soap.
As Mark was greeted by his big sister, Vicki, there was little time for a happy family reunion. Vicki might have believed Mark’s lies that he was back to support her in her trial against Joel, but his fibs didn’t wash with the Mitchells.
With Vicki out of earshot, Sam and Phil demanded the truth out of Mark’s son.
Mark admitted that he worked for some dangerous drug gang leaders, roughing people up when they didn’t do as they were told. But with someone now snitching to the police, he revealed his bosses think he is the informant.
Although this finally explained Mark’s battered face, Phil still wasn’t keen to help his nephew out of his pickle.
EastEnders: Mark made a shocking plan
Determined to still get Nigel on a plane to Portugal that evening, Phil told Mark he’d got himself into this mess, and so he could get himself out of it again.
But when Phil told Mark no, he didn’t take it kindly and took matters into his own hands.
When Julie got home early from Edinburgh, he told her all about Phil’s plans to take Nigel abroad. She was stunned, upset that she had believed they were both agreed on what was best for Nigel.
Soon Julie demanded Nigel’s passport back from Phil, before packing his things and moving them both into Elaine’s boutique hotel across the Square.
Unaware that Mark was the one who ruined his plans to escape, a reluctant Phil eventually agreed to help his nephew.
Ravi’s oblivious to the danger he’s in
Mark told Phil he had spent a while searching for the police informant, shocking him. He said he had tracked them down to Walford, but Phil was unaware that the person Mark was looking for was one of his neighbours.
Fans already know that the informant is Ravi. When Mark explained that the snitch is a dead man when his bosses find them, Ravi was blissfully unaware.
After organising a day out for Nugget and Denzel, things were looking up for the troubled dad. Ravi felt thrilled to see Nugget’s panic attacks fading into the past. But little does he know, trouble is about to come knocking at his door.
How long will it take Mark to find out who the real informant is?
The drama continues tomorrow
As Vicki adjusts to having her little brother around, Joel’s upcoming trial weighs on them. She opens up to Zack about how much she’s dreading the trial, so he invites her round to his flat while he practises some new recipes for The Vic.
Vicki is grateful for the distraction and Zack’s kindness – but are they just friends? Or is that spark still there between them?
Hayley Tamaddon portrays Fatemah Feyzi in ITV thriller Betrayal, but is she really Iranian?
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Bold and unapologetic, Fatemah is a British-Iranian journalist who has spent her career fighting for changes to the Iranian government and advocating for the rights of Iranian women. Her unwavering support of the ‘Women Life Freedom’ movement has made her a key figurehead for supporters worldwide, using her platform to shine a light on the hardships and discrimination women in Iran face. Despite receiving an onslaught of threats over the years, she has remained steadfast in her mission to inspire action. Fatemah’s resolute belief system has earnt her the respect and admiration of many while simultaneously making her an enemy of the Iranian regime.
Actress Hayley Tamaddon first appeared in Emmerdale as Delilah Dingle in 2005. She arrived in the village with a bang and though she was only in the show for a short time, she really made her mark.
Since then Delilah actress Hayley Tamaddon has gone on to star in theatre and television shows, along with Coronation Street. She also took part in Dancing on Ice.
Who did Hayley Tamaddon play in Emmerdale?
Hayley was in Emmerdale for two years, with her alter ego Delilah getting into all sorts of trouble.
Del arrived in the village in a wedding dress, driving a sports car, having run out on her wedding. She had romances with Carl King, and Paddy Kirk, before getting close to David Metcalfe.
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Del and David hatched a plan to steal £20,000 from David's dad, Eric Pollard, who'd abandoned him as a child. But Del found out that David had slept with Katie Sugden and changed her mind.
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Delilah had a romance with Paddy (Credit: ITV)[/caption]
Instead, Del fleeced David. She convinced him to put the money in her account and then scarpered.
In 2011, Hayley said she hoped Delilah would return to the Dales one day. Possibly with David's child. Let's face it, David's no secret to unexpected family members turning up in his life, so anything's possible.
Actress Hayley Tamaddon's career after Emmerdale
After leaving the soap, actress Hayley Tamaddon went on to star in stage shows including Grease, Mamma Mia, Boogie Nights and Fame, as well as The Rocky Horror Show.
She also had roles in The Royal, Where the Heart is, and Shameless, and the school-based drama Waterloo Road.
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Hayley played /Andrea Beckett in Coronation Street (Credit: ITV)[/caption]
In 2013, Hayley joined Coronation Street as Steve McDonald's friend Andrea Beckett. Andrea caused friction with Steve's wife Michelle Connor, and eventually left to start a new life with her partner Lloyd Mullaney.
Was Hayley Tamaddon in Dancing on Ice?
She was indeed! Hayley took part in the fifth series of Dancing on Ice, in 2010, where she was partnered with her childhood friend, professional ice skater Daniel Whiston.
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Hayley and Daniel won Dancing on Ice (Credit: ITV)[/caption]
Hayley excelled on the ice and reached the final. She competed against Kieron Richardson and Gary Lucy from Hollyoaks and won the trophy with 80% of the public vote.
Hayley went on tour with Torvill and Dean after her Dancing on Ice win.
Last year, Hayley took part in The Real Full Monty on Ice, raising money for cancer charities
Is Hayley Tamaddon married?
Hayley is engaged to estate agent Adrian and the pair have a toddler son called Jasper. They live in Manchester.
How old is Hayley Tamaddon?
Hayley is a very youthful-looking 44 years old. The performer was born January 24, 1977.
This makes her an Aquarian - if you have any interest in star signs!
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Hayley Tamaddon has announced a split from her partner in a moving Mother's Day Instagram post
She told fans her and son Jasper's lives have been "turned upside down over the past few months".
The former Coronation Street actress also declared her young boy is 'all she needs' as she saluted other single mums.
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Actress played Andrea Beckett in Corrie between 2013 and 2015 (Credit: Coronation Street YouTube)[/caption]
Hayley Tamaddon announces split from partner
Hayley, who has also starred in Emmerdale, began her post by acknowledging how quiet she has been on social media.
She then continued by saying she thinks "today was a good time to tell you all" about her split from Jasper's father, Adrian.
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"This Mother's Day is different for me, as I'm now a single mum," she captioned an image of her and her son.
Hayley went on: "Mine and Jasper's life has been turned upside down over the past few months, but I realise the best thing to come out of this is Jasper.
"For he is all I need and all I've ever wanted. He makes me so happy!"
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On being a single parent
Hayley also noted how proud she is to be a single mum, even though it wasn't part of her plans.
"I never set out to be a single parent but I DID set out to be the best mum I could be, and that hasn't changed," she wrote.
I'm so lucky I get to be his mummy.
"I'm so lucky I get to be his mummy. And I'm very proud of myself for overcoming the many obstacles I've faced since he was born.
"To any other single mamas out there... I salute you. Have the most wonderful day!"
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As Delilah Dingle in Emmerdale (Credit: Lorraine YouTube)[/caption]
How followers reacted
Followers were quick to offer sympathy, best wishes and encouragement in the post's comments section.
Among them was Corrie star Sally Ann Matthews, who plays Jenny.
She told Hayley: "He's the luckiest boy in the world to have you as his mummy.
"You are MORE than enough.
"I love you so much, you fearless, strong, brave, beautiful, talented bundle of gorgeousness. Have a wonderful day!"
Former Dancing On Ice contestant Hayley replied: "God I'm so grateful for you.
"Thank you for all your love and friendship. And for always being there."
Read more: Hayley Tamaddon in Emmerdale: What happened to Delilah Dingle?
Someone else contributed: "Beautiful words, I hope your day is filled with wonderful memories."
And another person added: "This is my first as a single mum too! All we need is our boys and it is all good!"
ED! has approached a representative for Hayley for comment.
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The former Emmerdale and Coronation Street actor Hayley Tamaddon has been diagnosed with arthritis following a recent trip to the hospital.
The star, who played Del Dingle in Emmerdale and Andrea Beckett on Corrie, revealed her health struggle on Instagram yesterday (Wednesday, June 12).
This came as she was preparing for a photo shoot. Instead, she ended up taking a trip to the hospital, where doctors hooked her up to an IV drip and diagnosed her with arthritis.
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Hayley played Del Dingle on Emmerdale (Credit: ITV/YouTube)[/caption]
Hayley Tamaddon reveals arthritis diagnosis
'Today. Woke up. Thought my head was gonna explode. Puked up twice,' Hayley wrote on her Instagram stories.
'Took Jasper to nursery. Got ready for a photo shoot. Got there and realised I really should see a doctor,' she continued.
As her ordeal continued, Hayley wrote: 'Ended up in hospital. On a drop for medication. It didn't work. Head and neck pain still horrendous.'
'Had a scan. Got told I have arthritis.'
She went on to reveal how, following her diagnosis, she went home, picked son Jasper up from nursery, fed him and put him to bed - and then had a cry.
'Going back to the hospital tomorrow. Life of a single working mum,' Hayley finished.
Arthritis affects nearly 10million people in the UK. The condition typically causes pain, stiffness and swelling in joints.
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Hayley appeared on Corrie for three years (Credit: ITV/YouTube)[/caption]
When was Hayley Tamaddon on Emmerdale and Corrie?
Hayley originally played Delilah Dingle from 2005 - 2007 on Emmerdale. Although she was written out of the soap by producers, they decided not to kill her off - leaving the door open for an eventual return. She went on to star on Dancing On Ice, which she won.
Instead, she went on to appear on Coronation Street in 2013, joining the soap as a friend of Steve McDonald and love rival to Michelle Connor. She left the soap in 2015, along with her then-boyfriend, cabbie Lloyd Mullaney.
In 2019, Hayley announced that she was pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Adrian - to whom she was engaged that same year.
In a post on Mother's Day 2022, Hayley announced that she had split up with Adrian, leaving her and Jasper alone.
'This Mother's Day is very different as I am now a single mum. Mine and Jasper's life has been turned upside down over the last few months... but I realise the best thing to come out of this is Jasper,' she wrote on Twitter.
Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale in 2024? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns.
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