Emmerdale cast in shock after star ‘returns’ – but it’s not Tina or Ross

Emmerdale actors were left gobsmacked after learning which character is set to make an entrance on the ITV soap later this year. The buzz isn’t about Tina Dingle’s dramatic return to the village after 28 years, nor Ross Barton’s impending comeback.

Instead, there’s chatter about a “surprise arrival” slated for the Christmas season. It’s not clear if it’ll be a familiar face returning or a brand-new character making their debut, but it’s been described as a “surprise arrival” amidst other thrilling storylines.

Two Emmerdale stars spilled to The Mirror just how taken aback they were upon discovering who it would be. They teased some seriously “exciting” scenes are in store, yet they’ve been tight-lipped about the details due to secrecy surrounding the plot twist.

Daisy Campbell, who plays Amelia Spencer, and Katie Hill, known as Sarah Sugden on the show, both tried their best not to drop any major spoilers, having only recently learned what’s in the pipeline themselves. They hinted at being quite puzzled by the storyline, expressing their astonishment at what’s to come.

**Emmerdale stars were stunned to find out which character would arrive on the ITV soap later this year** (Image: ITV)

Daisy owned up to her shock, saying: “We only found out very recently and I was like erm, what? “

Katie was bursting with anticipation as she disclosed: “When we found out I was like, ‘Oh my, really? That’s happening? ” She also gave a sneak peek of what might be on the horizon for the Dingles. While Katie remained tight-lipped when probed about the potential family connection, particularly regarding rumblings of a Dingle revival, she assured us that thrilling scenes were in store.

Her caution was evident as she didn’t want to spill too many beans, yet her hints were pretty suggestive it involved either the Dingles or the Sugdens. With a nod and a wink, she said: “It’s exciting, exciting stuff and that’s all I am gonna say because I don’t wanna get in trouble! But keep watching.”

This comes after Tina made a dramatic comeback for Zak Dingle’s funeral on Thursday, now portrayed by Samantha Power.

With a return shrouded in mystery after 28 years away, Tina’s actions quickly raised eyebrows, hinting at her misdemeanours—including trying to appraise the house, a revealed ankle monitor, and the likelihood of a recent prison stint, confirmed when the police arrived to escort her away.