Emmerdale cast 2026 - From Charles Anderson, to the Dingles and Kerry Wyatt, a complete list of who's who in the Dales

Everyone appearing in Emmerdale this year

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By Laura Morgan

4 Mar 2026, 10:03

By Carena Crawford

4 Mar 2026, 10:03

By Laura Morgan

4 Mar 2026, 10:03

By Carena Crawford

4 Mar 2026, 10:03

The Emmerdale cast 2026 is full of iconic characters and legends who we’ll certainly remember forever. From the mighty Dingle clan to the Tates, Sugdens and Kings, plus newcomers like the Fox-Miligans, there’s undoubtedly plenty of families in town competing for the crown of the best.

We’ve already had some departures this year and it’s ever-changing in Soapland. So, if you’re after a complete list of everyone in the Emmerdale cast in 2026, then look no further.

The Emmerdale cast 2026 – the A’s!

Charles Anderson – Kevin Mathurin

Charles Anderson is the vicar at Emmerdale’s village church St Mary’s and also the father of Ethan and Naomi. He made his first appearance on December 25 2020 when he married Chas Dingle and Paddy Kirk. The character is played by actor Kevin Mathurin, a former student of the prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School. His previous roles include Rillington Place, Doctors and Hooligan Escape.

Claudette Anderson – Flo Wilson

Claudette Anderson is Charles’s formidable mother and lives with him at Woodbine Cottage. She came to the village on May 25 2023. Claudette is portrayed by actress Flo Wilson, who has appeared in Emmerdale three times previously as different characters.

Lewis Barton – Bradley Riches

Bradley Riches joined Emmerdale in 2025 as the long-lost brother of Ross Barton. Lewis part-owns the cafe and has struck up a bond with Nicola King. He is the son of Emma Barton and Kev Townsend – although he has no idea who his father really is. Lewis has just started a relationship with Vinny Dingle. Bradley has been praised for bringing an autistic character to life on-screen.

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Cain pushed to the edge and Paddy takes drastic action to protect Bear

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Matty Barton – Ash Palmisciano

The son of Moira Barton, Matty is also the husband of the late Amy Wyatt. The soap’s first transgender character, Matty was assigned female at birth and during his early years in the village was known as Hannah Barton. Actor Ash Palmisciano has played Matty since 2018 and is, like his character, a transgender male. His other credits include Mum and Boy meets Girl.

Ross Barton – Michael Parr

After an absence of six years, Michael Parr returned to the Emmerdale cast in 2024 to reprise his role as Ross Barton. Ross was the ultimate bad boy and always up to no good. But he is trying to change his ways – being a dad to Moses and helping in the search for April Windsor. Though he’s still giving out a good hiding – mostly where it’s deserved (we’re looking at you Mackenzie) every now and then.

Rodney Blackstock – Patrick Mower

Old-timer Rodney Blackstock arrived in Emmerdale in 2000. He is the father of Bernice Blackstock and Nicola King, and also Paul Lambert. Rodney was married to Diane Sugden, but walked out on her when Bernice was just five years old. A former fairground worker, ladies’ man Rodney earned himself the name Hot Rod due to his success with women! Currently single, but always looking, he works for Nicola at the café. Patrick Mower plays Rodney and he returned to television for the role after an absence of 10 years.

Mackenzie Boyd – Lawrence Robb

Mackenzie ‘Mack’ Boyd was introduced as the long-lost brother of Moira Dingle in October 2020. He’s a mechanic and farmer by trade and works with his brother-in-law Cain Dingle at Barton and Dingle Automotives and also on Moira’s farm. Mack married Charity Dingle in 2023 and then became a father to Reuben Harris on the same day after a one-night stand with his mum, Chloe. He’s played by Scottish actor Lawrence Robb.

Archie Breckle – Kai Assi

Archie was conceived during a one-night stand between Rachel Breckle and Jai Sharma in 2012. He and his mum left the village after a vicious custody battle, but Rachel died in 2019 and Archie came back to live with his dad. Archie is played by Kai Assi, who took over the role from Aadam Wahab Shahzad and Liyana Shahza.

Liam Cavanagh – Jonny McPherson

Doctor Liam Cavanagh is the village GP and works at Brook Cottage Surgery. He made occasional appearances in the village between 2014 – 2017, before becoming a regular character in 2018. Liam was previously married to murderer Maya Stepney and Leyla Harding, and is currently in a relationship with Chas Dingle. The character is portrayed by Jonny McPherson, who used to date his co-star Natalie J Robb.

The Emmerdale cast 2026 – D is for Dingle!

Aaron Dingle – Danny Miller

Aaron Dingle has been one of the soap’s central characters since actor Danny Miller took over the role in 2008. The character is the son of Chas Dingle and estranged husband of Robert Sugden, who’s currently serving time in prison for murder. Other than Emmerdale, Danny is best known for his roles in dramas such as Lightfields and for being crowned King of the Castle in the 21st series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!

Belle Dingle – Eden Taylor-Draper

Belle Dingle is the youngest daughter of Zak Dingle and his late wife, Lisa Dingle, and the ex-wife of Tom King. She has six half-siblings – Nathan, the late Ben and Butch, Sam, Cain and Tina Dingle. Belle was born in the pigsty of her family home on Christmas Day 1998 and grew up in the village. She was part of one of Emmerdale’s biggest storylines of the year in 2024 – her domestic abuse at the hands of Tom. Since 2005, Belle has been played by Eden Taylor-Draper.

Cain Dingle – Jeff Hordley

Cain Dingle has been the bad boy of Emmerdale village since his arrival in 2000. He’s best known for his criminal activities, on/off relationship with cousin Charity Dingle and his marriage to Moira. The mechanic is a dad of four to Debbie Dingle, Nate Robinson, Kyle Winchester and Isaac Dingle. He’s played by Jeff Hordley, who DJs in his spare time and is married to fellow Emmerdale star Zoe Henry (Rhona Goskirk).

Charity Dingle – Emma Atkins

Charity Dingle is the current landlady of The Woolpack, wife of Mackenzie Boyd and mum to daughter Debbie and her three sons, Ryan, Noah and Moses. She’s been married three times previously and been imprisoned on more than two occasions. Emma Atkins has portrayed Charity since 2000 and has starred in over 2700 episodes to date.

Chas Dingle – Lucy Pargeter

Chas Dingle is the much-loved manager of The Woolpack and has been a resident of the Dales since 2002. She’s the daughter of the late Shadrach Dingle and Faith Dingle, ex-wife of Paddy, half-sister to Cain and cousin/best mate of Charity. Chas is mum to Aaron and daughter Eve, her first born daughter, Grace, sadly passed away in 2018. The feisty character is played by actress Lucy Pargeter, who’s a former pop star and contestant on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!

Eve Dingle – Bella James

Born in 2019, Eve is the daughter of Paddy and Chas Dingle. She was born in the Woolpack toilets after Chas got locked in. Everyone had thought Eve would be a boy after Bear Wolf read the gender test results wrong! Eve is played by Bella James.

Isaac Dingle – Bobby Dunsmoir

Fast becoming a fan favourite, young Isaac Dingle is the son of Moira and Cain. He was born in a barn after Moira went into labour during a confrontation with Emma Barton. She hadn’t even known she was pregnant! Isaac is a lover of animals and was distraught when his pet lamb, Minty died. Bobby Dunsmoir plays Isaac.

Lydia Dingle – Karen Blick

Lydia Dingle is the wife of Sam Dingle and stepmum to Samson Dingle. She arrived in the village in 2016 and works as a local cleaner. She has forged an unlikely friendship with lady of the manor Kim Tate. The character is played by Leeds-born actress Karen Blick, who previously played an unnamed nurse in Emmerdale in 2006.

Mandy Dingle – Lisa Riley

Mandy Dingle made her arrival to the village back almost 30 years ago, and has lived there on and off since. She’s the new wife of Paddy Dingle after they married for a second time in 2024. Mandy has one son, Vinny, who she adopted after his father and her ex, Paul walked out on them when he was a youngster. Actress Lisa Riley has played Mandy since 1995. She’s a former presenter of You’ve Been Framed!, panellist on Loose Women and competed in the tenth series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Marlon Dingle – Mark Charnock

Marlon Dingle is The Woolpack’s resident chef and one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving characters. He came to live in the village in 1996 and is best known for his iconic bromance with Paddy Kirk. Marlon is married to local vet Rhona Goskirk, with whom he shares son Leo Goskirk. He’s also dad to daughter April Windsor. Marlon is played by actor Mark Charnock, whose previous roles include Cadfael and Coronation Street. In 2023 he was awarded the British Soap Award for Outstanding Achievement.

Moira Dingle – Natalie J Robb

Moira Dingle is the wife of Cain Dingle, and mum to Matty Barton and Isaac Dingle. A farmer by trade, she was introduced to the show in 2009 as part of a new family. Moira has been at the thick of many a scandal over the years, including several extra marital affairs. She’s portrayed by Scottish actress Natalie J Robb, a former child star and pop singer.

Moses Dingle – Arthur Cockcroft

Charity’s youngest son, Moses, first appeared in June 2015, but the baby’s father remained a mystery. Charity was in prison at the time and handed over her newborn to daughter Debbie to look after. Debbie believed Cain was the daddy, but in fact it was Ross Barton. Moses is played by Arthur Cockcroft.

Noah Dingle – Jack Downham

Noah Dingle is the eldest son of Charity Dingle and the late Chris Tate. He was born in 2004 when Charity was serving time in prison after being framed for the murder of his father. Noah’s teenage years have been filled with drama, and he’s had his own stint behind bars for stalking. The character has been played by actor Jack Downham since 2009.

Paddy Dingle – Dominic Brunt

Paddy Dingle is Emmerdale’s kind-hearted vet and a partner at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. He’s the son of Bear Wolf, estranged husband of Chas Dingle, dad to their daughter Eve Dingle and father figure to Leo Goskirk and Aaron Dingle. Paddy is currently re-married to ex-wife Mandy Dingle. A friend to many, Paddy has treated the locals’ beloved pets and even helped deliver a few human babies along the way. Actor Dominic Brunt has played Paddy since 1997 and starred in over 3000 episodes.

Sam Dingle – James Hooton

Sam Dingle is the longest-serving Dingle in Emmerdale, having lived in the village for nearly 30 years. He’s the husband of Lydia Dingle, father of Samson Dingle and grandfather to Esther Spencer. Sam’s defining storyline when he helped his cancer-stricken first wife, Alice, to die. The character is portrayed by James Hooton, whose roles pre-Emmerdale included Peak Practice, The Bill, Heartbeat and Touching Evil.

Vinny Dingle – Bradley Johnson

Vinny Dingle is the son of the late Paul Ashdale. He was raised by Paul’s former partner Mandy Dingle, who he considers to be his mother. Vinny is also the widower of Liv Flaherty, who was tragically killed in October 2022. He works as a scrap dealer at Holey Scrap and is a whizz at poker. Vinny is played by Bradley Johnson, an English actor and singer who was a finalist on the BBC talent show Let it Shine.

The cast of Emmerdale 2026 – F to H

Billy Fletcher – Jay Kontzle

Billy Fletcher is a reformed bad boy and the ex-husband of Dawn Fletcher. He’s the father of Evan Fletcher, adoptive dad to Dawn’s son Lucas and special guardian of Lucas’s half-sister, Clemmie. Billy was introduced to the soap on Christmas Day 2018 and is played by actor Jay Kontzle.

Dawn Fletcher – Olivia Bromley

Dawn Fletcher is the daughter of Will Taylor and his ex-wife Rose Jackson. A former drug addict and prostitute, Dawn had a difficult upbringing but has successfully managed to turn her life around. She’s a devoted mother of three, engaged to Joe Tate after their 2025 affair. The character has been played by Olivia Bromley since 2018.

Evan Fletcher – Malachi McKenzie

The son of Dawn and Billy Fletcher was born in December 2023 to complete their family. However, tragedy struck when Evan was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2024. After undergoing intense treatment that shook the Fletchers to the core, it was recently revealed he has the all-clear. Evan is played by Malachi McKenzie.

Graham Foster – Andrew Scarborough

In January 2026 Graham Foster shocked fans when he returned from the dead after six years. He had faked his own death to protect Rhona from the wrath of Kim Tate, but came back to help April when he found out she was involved with Ray and Celia. After seeing Joe Tate, Graham decided to stick around. But he wants Rhona back and she is married to Marlon… Graham is played by Andrew Scarborough.

Leo Goskirk – Harvey Rogerson

Born on May 31 2011, 13-year-old Leo is the son of Rhona Goskirk and Marlon Dingle. She discovered she was pregnant after she and Marlon broke up, but they co-parented together. During a scan they learned Leo had Down syndrome. Leo is played by Harvey Rogerson, who took over the role from Harry Whittaker, who sadly died aged three in 2014.

Mary Goskirk – Louise Jameson

Mary Goskirk is the mum of Rhona Goskirk and grandmother to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. She currently resides at Tall Trees with her family. Mary is played by Louise Jameson, a successful television and theatre actress. Her credits include Doctor Who, Bergerac, and she’s still known to many as playing Rosa di Marco in BBC soap EastEnders between 1998-2000.

Rhona Goskirk – Zoe Henry

Rhona Goskirk is one of the village vets and works at Emmerdale Veterinary Surgery. She is the daughter of Mary Goskirk, wife of Marlon and mum to Leo Goskirk and Ivy Malcolms. The character has overcome huge battles in her life, including drug addiction and is a survivor of domestic abuse. Actress Zoe Henry has played Rhona on and off since 2001, and is the wife of her Emmerdale co-star Jeff Hordley (aka Cain Dingle).

Kammy Hadiq – Shebz Miah

Newcomer Shebz Miah has just joined Emmerdale in the role of Kammy Hadiq. He is a cheeky chappy with an eye for an opportunity – mainly to steal stuff! After a short-lived romance with Sarah, Kammy then shared a blossoming romance with Belle, but they called time on it last year. Now he works in the garage and has a bromance with Vinny Dingle.

Carl Holliday – Charlie Munro Joyce

Juliette Holliday arrived in Emmerdale in 2014 heavily pregnant and explaining to Jimmy King there had been a mix-up at the fertility clinic and she was therefore carrying his baby! Carl was delivered by Nicola and Jimmy shortly afterwards. Juliette struggled to cope with parenthood and after some back and forth, gave Carl to the Kings to raise permanently. Charlie Munro Joyce is the actor who plays him.

Bob Hope – Tony Audenshaw

Bob Hope is another long-term resident of Emmerdale, having lived in the village since 2000. He is the father of Cathy Hope and has six other children (two of whom are deceased), and is co-owner of The Grange B&B and Café Main Street. Bob has been married seven times to five women, most recently to Brenda Walker. He is played by Tony Audenshaw, a former Brookside actor and keen runner, who’s competed in the London Marathon 10 times.

Cathy Hope – Gabrielle Dowling

Cathy Hope is the daughter of Bob Hope and his late wife, Viv. She is also the twin sister of the late Heath Hope, who was killed in a car accident on New Year’s Day 2024. Cathy has been played by Gabrielle Dowling since 2007, who is currently on a break to concentrate on her exams.

Emmerdale cast 2026 – K is for King!

Angelica King – Rebecca Bakes

The daughter of Jimmy and Nicola King, Angelica – or Angel – as she is commonly known, was born prematurely in 2009. After being kidnapped at birth by crazed Lexi Nicholls, Angel was soon returned safely. Now 15, she has recently returned from a youth offenders home after joy riding at New Year and killing Heath Hope.

Jimmy King – Nick Miles

Jimmy King is the is the longest-serving member of the King family and the only surviving son of the late Tom King. The husband of Nicola King and father of Elliot Windsor, Angelica King and Carl Holliday, the character, played by actor Nick Miles, was introduced in 2004. Jimmy was originally something of a cold-hearted businessman, but over the years has changed into devoted family man.

Nicola King – Nicola Wheeler

Nicola King is the wife of Jimmy King, daughter of Rodney Blackstock and mum to Angelica King. Much like her husband, Nicola has undergone a huge transformation during her time in the village. Once a party girl who was careless with other people’s feelings, Nicola has since blossomed into a successful businesswoman and valued member of the community. The character has been played by actress Nicola Wheeler since 2001.

Ivy Malcolms – Alice Mauve

Played by Alice Mauve, Ivy Malcolms is the baby at the centre of Rhona and Marlon’s custody battle with her ex, Gus. Ivy was conceived after Gus stole Rhona’s embryos to have a baby with his new wife. Sadly she died in childbirth and Rhona then wanted the baby who was biologically hers. After many court battles, Gus was sent to prison for eight years for fraud and therefore Rhona and Marlon are bringing up Ivy.

Caleb Miligan – William Ash

Caleb Miligan is the son of the late Faith Dingle and was conceived during her affair with millionaire Frank Tate. He is the husband of Ruby Fox-Miligan and dad to their son, Nicky Miligan and daughter, Steph. He’s also the half-brother of Cain and Chas Dingle, both of whom he grew up estranged from. Caleb is played by William Ash, who has starred in popular dramas such as Solider Soldier and Where the Heart Is.

Ruby Fox-Miligan – Beth Cordingly

Ruby Fox-Miligan (née Fox) is the wife of Caleb Miligan and the mother of Nicky Miligan. She made her debut in January 2024 and lives in Apartment One, Mill Cottage. Ruby was born into money, but chose love over family when she embarked on a relationship with Caleb. The couple have been together since they were teenagers but their marriage has been marred by betrayals on both sides. It has recently been revealed Ruby was sexually abused by her father when she was a teenager. He fathered her daughter Steph. Ruby is played by Beth Cordingly, who is best known for her role as PC Kerry Young in The Bill.

Steph Miligan – Georgia Jay

Steph joined the soap in 2024 as Ruby and Caleb’s estranged daughter. She had not seen her parents in years, resenting them for packing her off to boarding school when she was a teenager. The devastating truth is that Steph’s real father is not Caleb, but in fact her maternal grandfather, Anthony Fox, who raped Ruby when she was 16. Steph has just found out the truth and is struggling to come to terms with it. Actress Georgia Jay is a relative newcomer and fans were so impressed by her casting they are always wondering if she and on-screen mum Beth Cordingly are related.

The cast of Emmerdale 2026 – P to R

Dylan Penders – Fred Kettle

When April ran away she was living in a squat with Dylan Penders. Once she went home, she wanted to bring Dylan with her. He was hooked on drug Spice and Marlon had concerns. After Marlon framed Dylan for stealing ketamine, April threw him out. Dylan overdosed and guilty Marlon decided to pay for Dylan to go to rehab. Dylan returned to the village and was working for Ray Walters. April was also roped in and he made their lives hell. Ray is now dead and Dylan is living with Paddy and Mandy, who see him as a son.

Eric Pollard – Chris Chittell

Businessman Eric Pollard has been bringing drama to the Dales for a whopping 38 years. Pollard as he known to millions, is renowned for his villainous, scheming ways. He is the widower of Val Pollard, father of David Metcalfe and grandfather of Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Actor Chris Chittell is the soap’s longest-serving actor and is married to his co-star Lesley Dunlop (who plays Brenda Walker).

Clemmie Reed – Mabel Addison

Dawn and Billy Fletcher adopted Clemmie after discovering she was the half-sister of Dawn’s son, Lucas. Clemmie’s mother was a drug addict who had died and Dawn found Clemmie sleeping in a dog bed in a kitchen in a random drug den. She consequently took her home and has cared for her ever since. Clemmie is played by Mabel Addison.

Frankie Robinson – Eden Ratcliffe-Knights

Frankie is the daughter of Nate and Tracy Robinson (neé Metcalfe, neé Shankley!). She was born on February 25 2021 and is named after her late grandfather, Frank Clayton. Frankie is played by Eden Ratcliffe-Knights.

Tracy Robinson – Amy Walsh

Tracy Robinson is the estranged wife of Nate Robinson, half-sister of Vanessa Woodfield and mum to Frankie Robinson. A former prostitute and thief, Tracy was something of a troublemaker when she first came to the village, but has since mellowed. She was previously married to David Metcalfe. Actress Amy Walsh has just celebrated a decade in the Dales. She’s the sister of Girls Aloud star Kimberley and is married to former EastEnders’ actor Toby-Alexander Smith.

Jai Sharma – Christopher Bisson

Businessman Jai Sharma is the son of Amit Sharma and Georgia Sharma. He’s the half-brother of Nikhil, Priya, Suni, and Nisha Sharma and the father of Mia Macey, Archie Breckle and Eliza Macey. In 2023 he married his long-term girlfriend, Laurel Thomas and the couple lived together at Mulberry Cottage until their break-up in 2024. Actor Chris Bisson, who previously played Vikram Desai in Coronation Street, joined the Emmerdale cast in 2009.

Manpreet Sharma – Rebecca Sarker

Manpreet Sharma works as a General Practitioner at Brook Cottage Surgery. She’s the ex-wife of Rishi Sharma and ex-partner of local vicar Charles Anderson. She’s also the sister of infamous serial killer Meena Julta. Manpreet is portrayed by Rebecca Sarker, who joined the show in 2018. Before Emmerdale she was best known for her year-long stint in Coronation Street, playing Nita Desai.

Ryan Stocks – James Moore

Charity’s long-lost son Ryan first appeared on June 5 2018. Ryan was conceived after Charity was raped by DI Bails. She had thought Ryan had died at birth, but in fact he survived and was adopted by the midwife, Irene Stocks. He now co-owns the Woolpack with Charity. Ryan has ataxic cerebral palsy and actor James Moore who plays him also has the condition. He is a huge advocate for disability representation in the media.

Emmerdale cast 2026 – S is for Sugden!

Harry Sugden – Adam Pryor

Harry Sugden – played by Adam Pryor – was conceived when his mum Victoria Sugden was raped by Lee Posner. She decided to keep the baby, despite her fears he would turn out like his father. However she immediately fell in love with Harry when she gave birth to him on January 1 2020.

Jacob Sugden (née Gallagher) – Joe-Warren Plant

Jacob Gallagher is the biological son of Leyla Harding and Justin Gallagher. He’s the adoptive son of Alicia Harding, stepson of David Metcalfe and brother to Amba and Theo Metcalfe. Now married to Sarah Sugden, he took the unusual step of changing his surname to hers and became a Sugden in 2025. Actor Joe-Warren Plant joined the cast in 2010 when he was just eight-years-old. He was also a contestant on the 2021 series of Dancing On Ice, but had to withdraw from the competition after testing positive for Covid.

Robert Sugden – Ryan Hawley

Everything felt right with the world when Robert Sugden returned to the Dales in 2025. The son of Jack and Pat Sugden, Robert was let out of prison after he had attacked his sister’s rapist who then died, Robert was back to stop Aaron marrying John Sugden. He failed, but he did manage to expose John as a psycho. And just as Aaron and Robert were getting back on track, Rob’s prison husband Kev turned up! Now the boys are back together and engaged. Ryan Hawley has reprised his role as Robert, much to the delight of fans.

Sarah Sugden – Katie Hill

Sarah Sugden is the daughter of Debbie Dingle and Andy Sugden. She was born in 2005 and has largely grown up in the village. She is married to Jacob Sugden and is training to be a mechanic. Sarah has Fanconi Aneamia, which is a life-limiting condition. Since 2017 the character has been played by actress Katie Hill.

Victoria Sugden – Isabel Hodgins

Victoria Sugden is the longest-serving member of the iconic Sugden family living in Emmerdale. She’s spent her whole life in the village since being born there in March 1994. Victoria is the daughter of the late Jack Sugden and his second wife, Sarah. She’s mum to five-year-old son Harry and works as a chef at The Hide. Isabel Hodgins has played the character since 2006 and is one of Emmerdale’s longest-serving cast members.

Emmerdale cast 2026 – T is for Tate!

Joe Tate – Ned Porteous

Gorgeous schemer Joe Tate made a dramatic return to Emmerdale on Christmas Eve 2024. He had been plotting with Kim’s husband Will Taylor to take down the Queen, but when Will died, Joe swooped in as Kim’s saviour. It turned out Joe needed a kidney transplant and ended up stealing the vital organ off half-uncle Caleb Miligan. He’s now settled down with Dawn Fletcher, who he stole off Billy. Ned Porteous reprised his role as Joe last year.

Kim Tate – Claire King

Kim Tate is the irrepressible owner of Home Farm, a soap queen and legendary Superbitch. She is the only original member of the original Tate family line-up. Kim is the mother of Jamie Tate and grandmother to his daughter Millie and his son, Thomas Tate. Actress Claire King has played Kim on and off since 1989. She’s also had memorable roles in prison drama Bad Girls and played Erica Holroyd in Coronation Street between 2014-2017

Thomas Tate – Bertie Brotherton

Three-year-old Thomas is the son of Gabby Thomas and Jamie Tate. He was conceived after a one-night stand, but Jamie made it clear he did not want to be a part of his son’s life and even faked his own death to prove it! Kim, however, wanted her grandson in her life and signed 20 percent of what she owned to Gabby, provided the baby was named Tate! Thomas is played by Bertie Brotherton.

Lucas Taylor – Noah Ryan Aspinall

Dawn Taylor’s son, Lucas was taken away from her when she became addicted to drugs. When she got herself clean she then fought to get Lucas back and he now lives with her and husband Billy along with half-sister Clemmie and half-brother Evan. Noah Ryan Aspinall took over the role in 2021 from previous actor Dexter Ansell.

Arthur Thomas – Alfie Clarke

Alfie Clarke has played Arthur Thomas since 2009 when he took over the role. The son of Laurel and Ashley was swapped at birth and the mistake was discovered after the other baby died of cot death. Arthur was reunited with his parents, but suffered devastation when Ashley died of early onset dementia in 2017. Arthur’s next big storyline came in 2022 when he came out as gay. He is currently having something of a teenage rebellion after pushing mum Laurel and knocking her unconscious.

Gabby Thomas – Rosie Bentham

Gabby Thomas has packed a lot in her 22 years. She’s the daughter of the late Ashley Thomas and Bernice Blackstock, half-sister of Dee-Dee, Arthur and Dotty Thomas and the mother of Thomas Tate. Gabby is also Kim Tate’s protegee and the co-owner of the Hide. Emmerdale is actress Rosie Bentham’s first television role and she’s played Gabby since 2016.

Dotty Thomas – Tilly-Rue Foster

Laurel gave birth to her daughter with Ashley, Dotty, in midst of Ashley’s dementia diagnosis. He sadly didn’t remember Dotty was his at her christening. Dotty was named after Ashley’s mum, Sandy’s late wife, Dorothy. She is played by Tilly-Rue Foster.

Laurel Thomas – Charlotte Bellamy

Laurel Thomas has been a resident of Emmerdale since 2002. She’s divorced from Jai Sharma, and is mum to Arthur and Dotty Thomas, who she shared with her late husband Ashley Thomas. Laurel is also a recovering alcoholic. She recently made a mistake when she got together with drug lord and people trafficker Ray Walters and son Arthur won’t let her forget it. Laurel is now covering for him after he pushed her and she was knocked unconscious. Laurel is played by mum-of-three Charlotte Bellamy, who previously played a religious fanatic in EastEnders.

Dr Caitlin Todd – Caroline Harker

Dr Todd is Jacob’s mentor at the hospital and has reprised the role she started in January 2025 for a longer stint. She was furious with him on his first day after he mis-identified a teenage stab victim as April Windsor. But she was supportive when he discovered his mum, Leyla, had died in a dramatic ice accident. But it’s clear Jacob is struggling with her and this is set to turn into a workplace bullying storyline. Dr Todd is played by Caroline Harker.

Emmerdale cast 2026 – last up, the Ws!

Kyle Winchester – Huey Quinn

Kyle is the son of Cain Dingle and Amy Barton. He was born in the local cemetery after Amy hid her pregnancy from everyone. She eventually gave Kyle up for adoption, but when his adoptive parents died she wanted him back. However he’d been left in the care of Joanie Wright. Kyle and Joanie moved to the village and Cain began to accept his son. In 2022, Cain went to prison after taking the blame when Kyle shot Al Chapman. Kyle, played by Huey Quinn, lives with Cain and Moira and Amy and Matty.

April Windsor – Amelia Flanagan

April Windsor is the daughter of Marlon Dingle and the late Donna Windsor and the half-sister of Leo Goskirk. The character came to the Dales in 2014 and lives at Smithy Cottage. She has been part of a huge storyline over the last 18 months which saw her go missing and then get involved in county lines drug dealing. The character is played by Amelia Flanagan, who comes from a family of actors. Amelia’s sister Isabella and brother William both appear in Coronation Street as Hope Stape and Joseph Brown.

Elliot Windsor – Luca Hoyle

Elliot Windsor is the son of Jimmy King and Kelly Windsor. Jimmy only found out about him when Kelly moved back to the village and claimed he was their boy together. Kelly later decided to go to America with her new boyfriend and left Elliot with Jimmy and Nicola to bring up. She took him back again in 2012, but once again abandoned him with Jimmy in 2016. Luca Hoyle took over the role in 2016.

Bear Wolf – Joshua Richards

Bear Wolf is a former wrestler, but despite his ferocious name, is a complete softie at heart. He’s the father of Paddy Dingle and grandfather of Eve Dingle. He’s been a local in the village since February 2019 and lives in Tenant House. Last year he went missing and was found being used as a slave by Ray Walters and Celia Daniels. Bear then killed Ray and is now in a secure mental health unit as he struggles to get over what has happened to him. Bear is played by Joshua Richards, whose other credits include Downton Abbey and The New Adventures of Robin Hood.

Vanessa Woodfield – Michelle Hardwick

Vanessa Woodfield is one of the village’s vets. She’s the mother to Johnny Woodfield, half-sister of Tracy Robinson and the former fiancée of Charity Dingle. Vanessa is currently grieving following the death of partner Suzy Merton, who she has since discovered was secretly in love with Mary Goskirk. However many fans want her back with Charity. The character is played by Michelle Hardwick, who joined the soap back in 2012. Michelle is married to former Emmerdale series producer Kate Brooks and the couple share two children.

Johnny Woodfield – Jack Jennings

When Vanessa fell pregnant with Johnny she didn’t know if Adam Barton or Kirin Kotecha was the father. A paternity test showed Adam was the dad, however it was soon revealed Kirin’s father Rakesh had faked the results and Kirin was the daddy after all. Vanessa’s partner at the time, Charity, then adopted Johnny in 2020. He is played by Jack Jennings.

Kerry Wyatt – Laura Norton

Wild Kerry Wyatt is the mum of Amy, but Amy was taken into foster care when she was young due to Kerry’s risky behaviour. Kerry has spent many years trying and messing up repairing their relationship, and now she’s grieving since Amy’s untimely death. She’s married to Eric Pollard – for financial reasons and is also getting it on with Jai Sharma in secret. Kerry is played by Laura Norton.

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*This article is updated regularly to reflect ongoing changes in the Emmerdale cast