The ITV soap has shared a first look at Michael Parr’s return to the village as Ross Barton
Emmerdale star Michael Parr has been confirmed to be returning to the show after six years. The actor will reprise the role of Ross Barton whose return is set to ‘shake up’ the village.
Fans will recall that Ross left the village alongside Rebecca White for a new life in Liverpool back in 2018 after five years in the village. During that time, Ross faced a whole host of hard-hitting moments.
Ross was also known for his tumultuous relationships with Donna Windsor and Debbie Dingle. His first relationship culminated sadly in Donna’s suicide when she fell with dodgy criminal Gary North off the roof of a car park. Having truly loved Donna, Ross was absolutely devastated by her death.
Ross later began a secret affair with Debbie Dingle, who was engaged to his brother Pete. This ended when it was revealed that Ross had a one-night stand with Debbie’s mother, Charity, conceiving baby Moses.
Ross also became involved in many dangerous schemes including a plot to kill his brother Pete, but is most notably remembered for the heart-wrenching storyline which saw him battle with depression during his recovery from a devastating acid attack.
And with old wounds still to heal, his presence in the village is likely to stir up feelings and ignite some new rivalries. Commenting on his return, Michael said: “I’m over the moon to be returning to Emmerdale.
“Ross is a character I’m extremely fond of and I’m excited to explore what he’s been up to over the past five years. After seeing the scripts, I can’t wait for the audience to see what’s in store. One thing I can say is Ross’s return will no doubt create fireworks.”
Producer, Laura Shaw, also teased: “We are delighted to have Michael back at Team Emmerdale, playing the unforgettable and charismatic bad boy Ross Barton once again. Ross makes a huge impact from the first moment he arrives back on screen, immediately throwing some of our villagers’ lives into disarray.”
She added: “Chaotic, wild and reckless, Ross is absolutely going to shake up the village and prove it’s never quiet with a Barton boy back in town.”
