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Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Emmerdale star quits as character refuses to return to the village after holiday of a lifetime in a brutal letter
EMMERDALE has confirmed a beloved character WON'T be returning to the village after her shock exit. The ITV soap dropped the bombshell tonight that the long-running character will not be returning after their holiday. 2 Eric Pollard was left devastated by the news Credit: ITV 2 Brenda Walker will not be returning to the village Credit: ITV Brenda Walker left the village earlier this year after winning a round the world cruise. She took stepdaughter Cathy Hope with her and as far as anyone in the village knew, she would be returning after three months. However, in today's episode, Eric received a letter from Brenda with some bombshell news. With Eric celebrating his birthday with grandson Jacob and carer Kerry, he got the post and saved the letter for later. Kerry asked him what Brenda had to say. 'She's not coming back,' Eric told her. 'She's rediscovered herself. A new lease of life and unfortunately I'm not included in it. 'And who can blame her with the way that I've treated her so badly? Thank you Brenda for letting me know on my birthday.' He added: 'I don't know why I'm so upset. 'Having gambled away her lifesavings, I was hoping she would come back refreshed and we'd star a new chapter in our lives. Alas, not to be. Eric Pollard sinks to shocking low in Emmerdale - as he betrays fiancee Brenda Walker 'I just hope that she finds happiness, she deserves it. 'I don't know why it is that I always find a way to get rid of the ones I really care for. 'I'm afraid I'm a little bit too old for any change.' Actress Lesley Dunlop quit the soap earlier this year after 16 years on the show. The Sun revealed how after leaving the show, Lesley landed a new role in a major drama.


The Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Emmerdale star quits as character refuses to return to the village after holiday of a lifetime in a brutal letter
EMMERDALE has confirmed a beloved character WON'T be returning to the village after her shock exit. The ITV soap dropped the bombshell tonight that the long-running character will not be returning after their holiday. 2 2 Brenda Walker left the village earlier this year after winning a round the world cruise. She took stepdaughter Cathy Hope with her and as far as anyone in the village knew, she would be returning after three months. However, in today's episode, Eric received a letter from Brenda with some bombshell news. With Eric celebrating his birthday with grandson Jacob and carer Kerry, he got the post and saved the letter for later. Kerry asked him what Brenda had to say. 'She's not coming back,' Eric told her. 'She's rediscovered herself. A new lease of life and unfortunately I'm not included in it. 'And who can blame her with the way that I've treated her so badly? Thank you Brenda for letting me know on my birthday.' He added: 'I don't know why I'm so upset. 'Having gambled away her lifesavings, I was hoping she would come back refreshed and we'd star a new chapter in our lives. Alas, not to be. Eric Pollard sinks to shocking low in Emmerdale - as he betrays fiancee Brenda Walker 'I just hope that she finds happiness, she deserves it. 'I don't know why it is that I always find a way to get rid of the ones I really care for. 'I'm afraid I'm a little bit too old for any change.' Actress Lesley Dunlop quit the soap earlier this year after 16 years on the show. The Sun revealed how after leaving the show, Lesley landed a new role in a major drama.


The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Emmerdale star quits as character refuses to return to the village after holiday of a lifetime in a brutal letter
EMMERDALE has confirmed a beloved character WON'T be returning to the village after her shock exit. The ITV soap dropped the bombshell tonight that the long-running character will not be returning after their holiday. Advertisement 2 Eric Pollard was left devastated by the news Credit: ITV 2 Brenda Walker will not be returning to the village Credit: ITV Brenda Walker left the village earlier this year after winning a round the world cruise. She took stepdaughter Cathy Hope with her and as far as anyone in the village knew, she would be returning after three months. However, in today's episode, Eric received a letter from Brenda with some bombshell news . With Eric celebrating his birthday with grandson Jacob and carer Kerry, he got the post and saved the letter for later. Advertisement Read more on Emmerdale Kerry asked him what Brenda had to say. 'She's not coming back,' Eric told her. 'She's rediscovered herself. A new lease of life and unfortunately I'm not included in it. 'And who can blame her with the way that I've treated her so badly? Thank you Brenda for letting me know on my birthday.' Advertisement Most read in Soaps He added: 'I don't know why I'm so upset. 'Having gambled away her lifesavings, I was hoping she would come back refreshed and we'd star a new chapter in our lives. Alas, not to be. Eric Pollard sinks to shocking low in Emmerdale - as he betrays fiancee Brenda Walker 'I just hope that she finds happiness, she deserves it. 'I don't know why it is that I always find a way to get rid of the ones I really care for. Advertisement 'I'm afraid I'm a little bit too old for any change.' Actress The Sun revealed how after leaving the show,


The Sun
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Horrifying moment Emmerdale legend has nasty fall – leaving him struggling alone at home
AN Emmerdale legend suffered a nasty fall in horrifying scenes - leaving him struggling alone at home. It marks the latest turn in this long-running character's health storyline. 4 4 4 Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) has been an Emmerdale staple since arriving back in 1986. More recently, he has grappled with adjusting to living with Parkinson's. Today's episode sees things take an unfortunate turn for the soap legend. While carrying heavy boxes at David's Shop, Eric is visibly strained and ends up injuring himself. Kerry (Laura Norton) and Tracy (Amy Walsh) both notice their boss trying to hide his injury - but he brushes off their concern about his health. In particular, Eric clashes with Kerry, whom he also lives with at Wishing Well Barn. She tells him: "Don't be a silly divvy and just admit that you're slowing down." But a furious Eric replies: "How dare you speak to me like that! I don't want a lift from you or anything else. "You either speak to me with respect, or you start looking around for another home." Later on, Eric is taking his medication at home when he stumbles and falls to the ground. Eric Pollard sinks to shocking low in Emmerdale - as he betrays fiancee Brenda Walker Having been left on the floor, he desperately pleads out loud for someone to help him. What will happen to Eric from here? The character first discovered he had Parkinson's after being diagnosed in 2023. Emmerdale worked closely with the charity Parkinson's UK, who will continue to support the production team to give Eric's story a realistic and authentic depiction, whilst creating awareness of the condition and how it affects those afflicted. Eric Pollard's biggest Emmerdale storylines By Conor O'Brien As Emmerdale's current longest-serving character, Eric Pollard has seen his fair share of drama. Introduced in 1986, the character was originally portrayed as a villain - but this has been since downplayed. Here is a look back at some of Eric's biggest storylines from over the years. Long lost son: Having had an affair with Lydia Halliwell, Eric left unaware that she was pregnant. His son David Metcalfe (Matthew Wolfenden) arrived in the village during 2006 - and ended up staying until 2023. Marriages: Eric has tied the knot on five occasions. His five ex-wives are Eileen Pollock, Elizabeth Feldmann, Dee la Cruz, Gloria Weaver and Val Lambert. Eric's current partner is Brenda Walker - played by actor Chris Chittell's real-life wife Lesley Dunlop. Bigamy: Upon marrying Elizabeth in October 1992, she was unaware he was still legally married to first wife Eileen. As a result, he was therefore committing bigamy. Parkinson's diagnosis: In 2023, Eric left fans heartbroken after it was revealed he'd been diagnosed with Parkinson's - the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. Chris Chittell, who plays Eric, said at the time: "I feel really privileged to be given this storyline. "Parkinson's is indiscriminate, deceptive and wickedly unkind targeting so many. "I want to do this storyline justice for the most courageous of people who are having to bear the brunt of this condition.' 4