Anthony Fox reveals his illness to Steph – but fans are not convinced

Emmerdale fans think there is ‘something suss’ about Ruby’s dad Anthony after claiming he has cancer.

In tonight’s episode of the ITV soap opera, which is filmed in Leeds, Anthony Fox revealed that he had cancer to granddaughter Steph Fox. Steph later confronted her mum Ruby Fox-Milligan, breaking the news to her, hoping that she would support him.

But Ruby stormed off, not wanting to get involved. The emotional scenes left viewers feeling cold. They took to social media to air their thoughts, posting their theories, particularly around Anthony’s relationship with Ruby.

Posting on X, @Chris1968E said: “I’m thinking there’s something suss about Anthony partly because there’s something suss about every new character.” And @terrettcorey said: “There’s something going on with Anthony/Ruby. Gives me Archie Mitchell/Ronnie vibes in EastEnders.”

Meanwhile @RyanTheSoapking said: “Ruby . The way Caleb & Steph are pressuring her to patch things with Anthony when she may not want to revisit that part of her life again.” He added: “The way Ruby acts all hesitant around Anthony. He definitely abused her.”

@HasanHussain777 said: “I wonder if Granddad Anthony is being honest about having cancer or if he’s lying…” @TwellyWatcher said: “I’d feel sorry more for Anthony if we actually knew him.”

@CaroleAnn1982 said: “So Anthony makes this up so everyone feels guilty and supports him and Ruby will just look vindictive when she slams him.”

@runninoncaffine said: “I think Anthony is a bullshitter !!” @Sir_Jeffers7 said: “I’m getting a very odd vibe of Anthony I don’t trust him!!”