Emmerdale fans are convinced they know what Ruby Miligan’s mother Helen Fox was going to tell her before she died, with some predicting a huge DNA twist

Emmerdale enthusiasts have concocted a startling new hypothesis about Ruby Milligan (played by Beth Cordingly) that could certainly stir up some drama. The character was recently left heartbroken by the death of her estranged mother, Helen Fox, without having the opportunity to bid her farewell.

It was suggested that Helen had something crucial to disclose to Ruby, who is still unaware that her mother attempted to reach out to her before her demise. Her husband Caleb Milligan (Will Ash) intercepted the call and visited Helen instead, demanding a hefty sum of £100,000 for Ruby’s visit.

Despite complying with his demand, Helen made it clear she had important news for Ruby, hinting at an unhappy marriage and a desire to reconcile with her daughter before her passing. She also hinted at some undisclosed information about Caleb and Ruby’s yet-to-be-introduced daughter Stephanie, leaving fans curious about what Helen was prepared to reveal.

However, before the truth about Helen’s final days is unveiled, fans are speculating if she had a DNA surprise in store. Given Helen’s initial disapproval of Ruby’s relationship with Caleb years ago, some viewers are questioning if this is connected to his paternity.

In a peculiar theory, fans are pondering whether Helen had a DNA revelation to share, and if Ruby’s father is indeed her biological parent, reports the Mirror.

Speculation is rife among fans that Helen’s split from her husband was due to a hidden truth, and she intended to reveal Ruby’s real father.

This has led to an intriguing yet explosive theory that Ruby’s biological father could be a former character in the village, possibly even Frank Tate (Norman Bowler)

This seems unlikely considering Frank was Caleb’s father, which would make them half-siblings. However, this hasn’t deterred fans from predicting this twist, with one viewer musing on social media: “Maybe her father wasn’t he father, Maybe it was Frank Tate like Caleb..just a thought.”

“Which explains why Ruby’s mum was so dead set against them being together,” another agreed.

Could Ruby be related to Frank Tate? (Image: ITV)

Could viewers be onto something regarding Helen’s secret?

It’s only a matter of time before Ruby discovers the truth when Helen’s solicitor discloses any necessary information following Helen’s death.

Meanwhile, other viewers are convinced that Helen’s secret is connected to Stephanie, setting the stage for her introduction amidst her estrangement from her parents.

Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7.30pm on ITV.