Emmerdale Tom story ending, Coronation Street killer revealed, EastEnders Martin shock
The week's biggest soaps news.
Soap headlines were once again dominated by long-running villains this week. Emmerdale shared an important update on the future of evil Tom King’s storyline, while Coronation Street fans were promised answers over the fate of sinister Joel Deering.
Away from the bad guys, Aussie soaps Neighbours and Home and Away had cast changes, and EastEnders teased the next big drama for a long-running character.
Did you miss any gossip this week? Here’s our quick guide to the biggest soap talking points which have been hitting the headlines.
Emmerdale announces the end for Tom
Emmerdale has confirmed that Tom and Belle King’s dark storyline will reach its final chapter next month.
Show bosses have announced plans for a special hour-long episode in December, which will bring the ITV soap’s long-running domestic abuse story to a conclusion.
In a unique twist, the episode will feature the voices of real-life survivors of domestic abuse as part of the soap’s partnership with support charities.
Producer Laura Shaw commented: “We knew from the outset that Belle would need some sort of closure on Tom and we know our Emmerdale audience always look forward to our villains getting their comeuppance.
“We don’t want to spoil the outcome of this story and reveal what will happen to Tom, but needless to say, Belle’s going to be in a much better place by this Christmas.”
Coronation Street’s live special as Joel’s killer is revealed
Coronation Street fans are in for a treat next week, with a huge storyline revelation on the way and a bonus special coming up on ITVX.
After weeks of speculation, flashbacks, clues and red herrings, Joel Deering’s killer will finally be revealed in the episode airing on Friday, November 15.
Corrie‘s big episode includes extended flashback scenes, which finally put viewers in the picture over who struck the fatal blow on the night that Joel was killed.
Straight afterwards, there’ll be a rare live behind-the-scenes special on ITVX featuring interviews with Calum Lill – who played Joel – and other cast members as they give their instant reactions to the big reveal.
Team Digital Spy paid a visit to the Corrie set in Manchester this week, so we’ll also have a chat with Calum going live right here on the site at 9pm on Friday.
Emmerdale exit for Brenda Walker
Emmerdale‘s Lesley Dunlop will bow out from the soap within the next few months.
The long-serving cast member has played Brenda Walker since 2008.
As Lesley’s departure was revealed by show sources, there’s no official information on her final storyline at the present time.
Coronation Street star guests in Doctors’ final week
Daytime soap opera Doctors sadly comes to an end next week following the BBC’s decision to axe the show after 24 years.
Fans can catch the final episode on Thursday, November 14 at 2pm on BBC One, with the show taking an extended 35-minute slot.
Soap fans should watch out for a guest appearance from Tupele Dorgu, best known for her role as Coronation Street‘s Kelly Crabtree between 2004 and 2010.
There’ll also be a separate documentary show, Doctors: A Celebration, straight afterwards at 2.35pm featuring interviews with cast and crew.
EastEnders bombshell ahead for Martin
Teaser spoilers released by EastEnders this week have revealed Martin Fowler as one to watch later this month.
According to short billings released by the BBC, Sharon has some “big news” for Martin later this month – and it’s likely to tie in with Ruby Allen’s upcoming Walford return.
Sharon knows that Ruby has had a baby, proving that she was telling the truth about being pregnant with Martin’s child when she left in 2021.
With Ruby back on our screens for a while, there are sure to be interesting times ahead.
Home and Away airs exit for Xander
The rumours were true – Home and Away aired some low-key farewell scenes for Xander Delaney on Australian screens this week.
Xander headed out of the Bay to take on a management internship at a hotel in Melbourne, which was part of the business course he’d recently enrolled onto.
Although Xander repeatedly promised that he’d only be leaving for six weeks, fans are unsure whether he’ll be back as Luke Van Os – who played the character – hasn’t been seen filming on location at Palm Beach for several months.
Luke is still away travelling and has been keeping fans updated on his adventures via Instagram.
Neighbours return for Toadie Rebecchi
While it was no secret that Neighbours favourite Toadie Rebecchi would return for guest stints, the Aussie soap surprised fans this week by revealing that one has already been filmed.
Spoiler pictures released by the soap confirmed that Toadie will make his return to our screens later this month for a new stint.
Nell and Hugo will also feature in the episodes as the Rebecchis celebrate Nell’s 16th birthday.
Hollyoaks teases an upcoming set change
The strange McQueen house plonked in the middle of the Hollyoaks village is officially gone for good.
Next week’s episodes confirm that Tony has acquired the lease to the building and plans to re-launch his old restaurant, The Hutch.
The business closed down a few years ago and fans were baffled when the McQueens moved into the empty building, but in a classic example of a new soap producer coming in and reversing decisions, the location is now being restored back to its former purpose.
