ITV Share By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025 Soap newcomer Bradley Riches hits back at online trolls after casting announcement Bradley has just started filming for the soap Bradley Riches Emmerdale Share By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025 Emmerdale newcomer Bradley Riches has issued a statement on social media to hit back at online trolls responding to his casting news. This week it was revealed that the Heartstopper star will be heading to the Dales, securing himself a regular role on the ITV soap. But, it seems that not everyone has treated Bradley with kind wishes, with the star now having to hit back at online trolls. The details of Bradley’s character are being kept under wraps (Credit: ITV) Bradley Riches bags himself regular role in Emmerdale Emmerdale announced this week that Celebrity Big Brother and Netflix star Bradley Riches will be joining the cast of the soap. The star started filming his first scenes this week, with these scenes expected to air in May this year. article continues below Read all the latest spoilers More details as to who Bradley will be playing will be revealed in the coming weeks, but for now all we know is that he’ll have a regular role. On securing the role, Bradley shared: “I’m beyond excited to be joining Emmerdale! It’s a real bucket list moment for me, especially since it was my grandad’s favourite soap, I just know he’d be over the moon. Everyone has been so lovely and welcoming, and the village is even more amazing in real life. I absolutely love my character (though I can’t spill too much just yet!), and I’m just so grateful for this opportunity. I can’t wait for everyone to see what’s in store…” Bradley has fought back at nasty trolls (Credit: ITV) New Emmerdale star hits back at online trolls While many fans have welcomed the news, not everyone has been so nice about the new casting. And, it seems that Bradley’s been getting some ‘vile’ comments in response to Emmerdale’s recent announcement. But, Bradley’s rightly stood up for himself and has hit back at these cruel trolls in a new statement on his Instagram Story. He’s not going to let trolls win. The actor shared: “Beyond excited to be joining Emmerdale! A dream come true. “But let’s talk real for a second. Some of the comments and messages I’ve received are vile. Bradley took to his Instagram Stories to share a statement (Credit: @brad_riches via Instagram Stories) “Too many people are quick to judge me regarding my sexuality or being autistic, without thinking about the impact of their words. Before you speak, ask yourself: Do I really need to say this? Kindness costs nothing, but mean comments and hiding behind your screens says aLOT about you. “But lucky for you I won’t be behind a screen… I will be on YOUR SCREEN! If you’re mad… stay mad! See you soon x.” Read more: Who’s leaving Emmerdale? All the cast exits, arrivals and returns Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm, with an early release on ITVX at 7am. Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm. Visit our Facebook page @emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think! Or find us on Twitter@emmerdaleinside Share this:Click to share on X (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Good to Know Share By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Mar 20 2025
