Next week begins with a grisly discovery that sends the entire village into panic. A decomposing body is found near Wigh Farm, dragging Cain (Jeff Hordley), Moira (Natalie J. Robb), and Tracy (Amy Walsh) into a chilling murder investigation. Forensics confirm the victim is male—but when Ross Barton (Michael Parr) is called in to identify the body, he makes a bone-chilling revelation: the deceased may be someone everyone thought was still alive.
Who is dead? All eyes are on two potential victims. First, Lewis Barton, who had mysterious ties to April and whose off-screen presence raised eyebrows. Second, the shocking possibility that Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter) faked his own death and has now truly been found. This sets the stage for a tangled whodunit that promises to implicate major characters and shatter relationships.
Wedding Ruined? Vinnie’s Secret Kiss & Identity Crisis
Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) is planning her dream wedding to Vinnie Dingle (Bradley Johnson), convinced she’s found security at last. But behind her back, Vinnie is hiding a devastating secret—he kissed his close friend Kami Haddock (Ethan Kai). That single moment has thrown Vinnie into emotional chaos, triggering deep doubts about his sexuality and his relationship with Gabby.
While Vinnie tries to bury his guilt, Kami keeps pushing for an honest conversation. The pressure escalates when a technical mishap causes Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy), Gabby’s stepmother, to overhear part of Vinnie and Kami’s conversation. Fearing that Gabby will face heartbreak again—just like she did with Nicky Milligan (Lewis Cope), who left her after coming out as gay—Laurel gives Vinnie an ultimatum: “Tell her the truth now, or live with the lie forever.”
Eventually, Vinnie confesses everything to Gabby. Her tears aren’t just for the kiss—they’re for the haunting sense that history is repeating itself. Rosie Bentham shared that this betrayal hurts even more than Nicky’s, and it could push Gabby to cancel the wedding even at the altar.
Meanwhile, there’s an unexpected twist: Lewis Barton seems to be taking a special interest in Vinnie. Subtle scenes suggest he might harbor feelings for Vinnie, sparking speculation that a new same-sex storyline could be emerging in Emmerdale.
Robert Sugden’s Explosive Comeback: Chaos at the Altar
The entire Dingle/Sugden universe is turned upside down by the stunning return of Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley)! He crashes Aaron’s (Danny Miller) wedding to Jon Sugden (Oliver Farnworth), bursting into the ceremony with a dramatic: “Hello, Aaron. Miss me?”
Despite Aaron’s initial fury, he soon realizes he can’t go through with marrying Jon—and he chases after Robert. A secret kiss between Robron ignites fan frenzy, but the reunion soon takes a dark turn. Jon’s violent side surfaces, revealing a troubled military past and shocking crimes, including Jacob’s anaphylactic shock and Nate Robinson’s possible murder.
Now, viewers fear for Robert’s life. Some even suspect that Jon isn’t a Sugden at all, but actually Andy Carver from Coronation Street—a possible ITV crossover that hints at a hidden identity and a dangerous agenda. Robert is back for good, and he’s ready to unleash chaos and high drama.
Other Jaw-Dropping Storylines to Watch:
💥 Kim Tate’s Empire Crumbling: Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) uncovers a dark past linked to Kim’s new love interest Eddie—who may not be who he says he is. With prison looming, Kim could lose everything.
💥 Sarah Sugden’s Secret Pregnancy: Sarah (Katie Hill) may be hiding a pregnancy—not with the known donor. After accessing Cain’s medical records without permission, a major family fracture looms.
💥 Moira’s Confession: Moira finally admits to Cain that she knew who was behind Nate’s disappearance and protected them. The fallout could destroy their marriage.
💥 Dawn’s Ultimatum: Still mourning Will, Dawn (Olivia Bromley) receives a chilling ultimatum from Kim: give up custody of Lucas or be cut out of the will forever.
💥 Belle Dingle’s Sudden Exit: Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper) will shockingly leave the village—and she’s pregnant with Tom King’s baby, as he sits in prison.
💥 Jacob Gallagher’s Medical Crisis: Jacob (Joe-Warren Plant) suffers another anaphylactic shock—possibly from sabotaged food, hinting at a deliberate attack.