List of Emmerdale characters introduced in 2022

{{DISPLAYTITLE:List of ''Emmerdale'' characters introduced in 2022}} {{Short description|None}} {{Use dmy dates|date=June 2022}} {{Use British English|date=June 2022}} ''[[Emmerdale]]'' is a British soap opera first broadcast on 16 October 1972.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/top-emmerdale-storylines-for-2022-as-soap-celebrates-its-50th-anniversary/|title=Top Emmerdale storylines for 2022 as soap celebrates its 50th anniversary|date=1 January 2022|work=Entertainment Daily|access-date=12 January 2022|archive-date=20 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220120124419/https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/top-emmerdale-storylines-for-2022-as-soap-celebrates-its-50th-anniversary/|url-status=live}}</ref> The following is a list of characters that first appeared during 2022, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by the soap's executive producer, Jane Hudson.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/emmerdale-meena-final-twist-newsupdate/|title=Emmerdale bosses tease final twist in Meena tale: "Judgement Day is coming"|work=[[Radio Times]]|date=12 January 2022|last=Morris|first=Lauren|access-date=12 January 2022|archive-date=12 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220112092357/https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/emmerdale-meena-final-twist-newsupdate/|url-status=live}}</ref> [[Marcus Dean]] ([[Darcy Grey]]) in February as the son of [[Pierce Harris]] ([[Jonathan Wrather]]). He was followed by [[Mary Goskirk]] ([[Louise Jameson]]), the mother of [[Rhona Goskirk|Rhona]] ([[Zoë Henry]]), in March. That same month, [[Martelle Edinborough]] debuted as [[#Suzy Merton|Suzy Merton]], a love interest for [[Vanessa Woodfield]] ([[Michelle Hardwick]]). [[Karene Peter]] then debuted in June as [[Naomi Walters]], the daughter of [[Charles Anderson (Emmerdale)|Charles Anderson]] ([[Kevin Mathurin]]). Then, in December, Lewis Cope joined as [[#Nicky Miligan|Nicky]]. He was followed by [[William Ash (actor)|William Ash]], who joined as [[#Caleb Miligan|Caleb Miligan]], the half-brother of [[Cain Dingle]] ([[Jeff Hordley]]) and [[Chas Dingle]] ([[Lucy Pargeter]]). Additionally, multiple [[#Other characters|other characters]] appeared in 2022.

==Marcus Dean== {{main|Marcus Dean}} '''Marcus Dean''', played by [[Darcy Grey]], made his first appearance on 3 February 2022. He was introduced as the son of established former character [[Pierce Harris]] ([[Jonathan Wrather]]), who is in prison due to murdering [[Graham Foster (Emmerdale)|Graham Foster]] ([[Andrew Scarborough]]). Justin Harp of [[Digital Spy]] wrote that Marcus arrives in the fictional village with his own traumatic experiences from living with Pierce, who abused his mother. Harp wrote that Marcus shares numerous traits with Pierce, such as his [[brooding]], suaveness and good looks. He also questioned whether Marcus would share Pierce's violent attributes.<ref name="Marcus">{{cite news|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38739793/emmerdale-spoilers-pierce-harris-son-rhona-storyline/|title=Emmerdale casts Pierce Harris's son for new Rhona storyline|work=[[Digital Spy]]|publisher=([[Hearst Magazines UK]])|date=12 January 2022|last=Harp|first=Justin|access-date=12 January 2022|archive-date=12 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220112070832/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38739793/emmerdale-spoilers-pierce-harris-son-rhona-storyline/|url-status=live}}</ref> Grey later said that Marcus believes he is not like Pierce, but as his storylines evolve, he shares more similarities to Pierce.<ref name="Lid">{{cite magazine|magazine=[[Inside Soap]]|date=29 January – 4 February 2022|page=9|last=Tyler|first=Laura-Jayne|title=Like father, like son?}}</ref> Producer Kate Brooks said that Marcus' arrival will "ruffle a few feathers and flutter a few hearts in the village" and confirmed that viewers would soon realise that he is more than the son of Pierce.<ref name="Marcus" />

==Mary Goskirk== {{Main|Mary Goskirk}} '''Mary Goskirk''', played by [[Louise Jameson]], made her first appearance on 7 March 2022.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Harp |first1=Justin |title=Emmerdale addresses possible fan confusion over Rhona's mum |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39357644/emmerdale-spoilers-fan-confusion-rhona-mum-addressed/ |access-date=7 March 2022 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Communications]]) |date=7 March 2022 |archive-date=7 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220307200458/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39357644/emmerdale-spoilers-fan-confusion-rhona-mum-addressed/ |url-status=live }}</ref> She was introduced as the mother of established character of [[Rhona Goskirk|Rhona]] ([[Zoë Henry]]), whom she has a "strained relationship" with.<ref name="Jameson">{{cite news |last1=Bird |first1=Hannah |title=Emmerdale casts former EastEnders star for Rhona's new storyline |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38929970/emmerdale-eastenders-louise-jameson-rhona-storyline/ |access-date=29 January 2022 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Magazines UK]]) |date=29 January 2022 |archive-date=29 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220129102122/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38929970/emmerdale-eastenders-louise-jameson-rhona-storyline/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Mary was described by Digital Spy's Hannah Bird as a "no nonsense" character and noted that Rhona feels as though she can never live up to her expectations.<ref name="Jameson" /> However, due to [[#Marcus Dean|Marcus Dean]]'s (Darcy Grey) arrival in the village causing upset for Rhona due to his connection to her rapist, Bird felt that Mary's arrival in the village could be "the prime opportunity for them to build bridges and heal their relationship".<ref name="Jameson" /> Her arrival initially unsettles Rhona as she feels there is a hidden agenda and treats her with suspicion, while other villagers "welcome her with open arms, finding her wit endearing".<ref name="Jameson" /> Bird hinted that despite her likeability in the village, it would not be long before she had arguments with villagers.<ref name="Jameson" />

On joining ''Emmerdale'', Jameson said: "It feels like such a gift to be welcomed into the ''Emmerdale'' cast. Playing Zoe's on-screen mum is the icing on the cake."<ref name="Jameson" /> Producer Laura Shaw was thrilled to welcome Jameson into the cast, noting that her experience in the industry would be "a fabulous asset to the show".<ref name="Jameson" /> On the character, Shaw added that she is intelligent, witty and complex and that for Rhona, "there won't ever be a dull moment whilst her domineering mother is around".<ref name="Jameson" /> ''[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]]''{{'}}s Sabrina Barr wrote that Mary has a bold persona as she's "quick-witted and headstrong".<ref name="Sabrina">{{cite news |last1=Barr |first1=Sabrina |title=Emmerdale casts former EastEnders and Doctor Who star Louise Jameson |url=https://metro.co.uk/2022/01/29/emmerdale-former-eastenders-star-louise-jameson-joins-cast-16011366/ |access-date=29 January 2022 |work=[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |publisher=([[DMG Media]]) |date=29 January 2022 |archive-date=29 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220129101416/https://metro.co.uk/2022/01/29/emmerdale-former-eastenders-star-louise-jameson-joins-cast-16011366/amp/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Barr also confirmed Rhona's suspicions about Mary by revealing that Mary does have a hidden reason for her move to the village. She also noted Jameson's former experience on the soap, having played [[Sharon Crossthwaite]] in 1973, a cousin of [[Annie Sugden]] ([[Sheila Mercier]]).<ref name="Sabrina" />

Soon into her arrival, she strikes up a friendship with [[Kim Tate]] ([[Claire King]]) and their pairing has been well-received by critics and viewers.<ref>{{cite news |title=OPINION: Emmerdale: 5 reasons why Mary and Kim's friendship is saving the soap |url=https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/opinion-emmerdale-mary-kims-friendship-saving-soap/ |access-date=24 August 2023 |work=Entertainment Daily |date=17 June 2022 |archive-date=25 August 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230825001138/https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/opinion-emmerdale-mary-kims-friendship-saving-soap/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Mary's vulnerable side was explored when she confides in Kim about being a lesbian.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Kilkelly |first1=Daniel |title=Emmerdale's Mary Goskirk to open up over her sexuality in new scenes |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a40209283/emmerdale-spoilers-mary-goskirk-sexuality/ |access-date=24 August 2023 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |date=7 June 2022 |archive-date=7 June 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220607060349/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a40209283/emmerdale-spoilers-mary-goskirk-sexuality/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Jameson was shocked that writers had made Mary a late life lesbian, but was happy to be part of the representation.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rowan |first1=Iona |title=Emmerdale's Mary Goskirk tries to kiss Vanessa Woodfield in surprising new scenes |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a40729776/emmerdale-spoilers-mary-goskirk-vanessa-woodfield-kiss/ |access-date=24 August 2023 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |date=27 July 2022 |archive-date=24 August 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230824235517/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a40729776/emmerdale-spoilers-mary-goskirk-vanessa-woodfield-kiss/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Later storylines have seen Mary begin dating [[Faye Helders]] ([[Jane Gurnett]]), who cons Mary and releases [[revenge porn]] of her. She initially struggles with the events, but is inspired when [[April Windsor]] ([[Amelia Flanagan]]) wants to become a journalist like her. Viewers were initially wary of Mary's intentions upon her arrival, but quickly into her tenure, she was dubbed a fan favourite whose wit and nerve was found entertaining.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Allday |first1=Jasmine |title=Emmerdale fans heartbroken for devastated Mary as Faye's true intentions exposed |url=https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/emmerdale-fans-heartbroken-devastated-mary-29873484 |access-date=24 August 2023 |work=[[Daily Mirror]] |date=2 May 2023}}</ref> {{clear}}

==Gail Hancock==  '''Gail Hancock''', played by Elizabeth Boag,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gibbons |first=Lottie |date=2022-03-30 |title=Emmerdale fans make demand to ITV bosses over new character |url=https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/tv/emmerdale-fans-make-demand-itv-23550047 |access-date=18 April 2022 |website=[[Liverpool Echo]] |language=en |archive-date=12 April 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220412234949/https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/tv/emmerdale-fans-make-demand-itv-23550047 |url-status=live }}</ref> a nurse who takes care of [[Marlon Dingle]] ([[Mark Charnock]]) when he suffers a [[stroke]]. She appeared in 13 episodes between 22 March and 25 April 2022. Despite her short stint, her character had an impact on viewers shortly after her arrival and the character received praise.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last1=Gibbons |first1=Lottie |last2=Major |first2=Melissa |date=2022-03-31 |title=Emmerdale fans praise newcomer Gail Hancock and want her to stay for good |url=https://www.lancs.live/news/uk-world-news/emmerdale-fans-praise-newcomer-gail-23560122 |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Lancs Live |language=en}}</ref> Gail departed on 25 April 2022 and Boag announced her departure on ''[[Twitter]]'' the following day: "Bye Gail! Thank you @markcharnock, @ZoeHenry03, all the cast, crew and casting team @ emmerdale. Loved every minute!".<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Gibbons |first=Lottie |date=2022-04-26 |title=Emmerdale star announces exit from soap |url=https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/tv/itv-emmerdale-star-announces-exit-23785120 |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Liverpool Echo |language=en}}</ref> Charnock, who plays Marlon also praised Boag by saying "You were wonderful in the part, Liz! Just superb."<ref name=":1" /> {{clear}}

==Suzy Merton== {{main|Suzy Merton}} '''Suzy Merton''', played by [[Martelle Edinborough]], made her first appearance on 30 March 2022 and last in February 2025.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Rodrigues |first1=Charlotte |title=Who plays Suzy in Emmerdale? Where have you seen Martelle Edinborough before? |url=https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/who-plays-suzy-in-emmerdale-where-have-you-seen-martelle-edinborough-before/ |access-date=9 April 2022 |work=Entertainment Daily |archive-date=4 April 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220404190251/https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/who-plays-suzy-in-emmerdale-where-have-you-seen-martelle-edinborough-before/ |url-status=live }}</ref> She was introduced as a love interest for [[Vanessa Woodfield]] ([[Michelle Hardwick]])<ref name="Suzy">{{cite news |last1=Alexander |first1=Susannah |title=Emmerdale casts a new love interest for Vanessa Woodfield |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39569332/emmerdale-vanessa-woodfield-suzy-love-interest/ |access-date=29 March 2022 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Communications]]) |archive-date=29 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220329101254/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39569332/emmerdale-vanessa-woodfield-suzy-love-interest/ |url-status=live }}</ref> On her casting on the soap, Edinborough said: "My feet haven't quite touched the ground yet, I'm still on this massive cloud high up in the sky, but it's been going really, really good. It's just like a family, and it sounds so cliché but it really is and everyone is so lovely and welcoming and helps you settle in really nicely."<ref name="Suzy" /> Edinborough felt that especially due to being from [[Leeds]], where ''Emmerdale'' is filmed, the job was perfect for her.<ref name="Suzy" />

==Jordan Greenlow==  '''Jordan Greenlow''', played by Jack Parr,<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/emmerdale-who-plays-jordan-greenlow-where-have-you-seen-jack-parr-before/ | title=Emmerdale: You might recognise Ethan's client Jordan – here's where you've seen Jack Parr before | date=28 April 2022 | access-date=14 May 2022 | archive-date=14 May 2022 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220514101307/https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/soaps/emmerdale-who-plays-jordan-greenlow-where-have-you-seen-jack-parr-before/ | url-status=live }}</ref> is a man who [[Ethan Anderson]] (Emile John) is called to represent after he is arrested for assault. He made his first appearance on 28 April 2022.<ref name="Problem">{{cite news|title=Emmerdale fans spot problem with Ethan Anderson's defence of Billy's racist attacker|url=https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/tv/emmerdale-fans-spot-problem-ethan-23830130|last=Paton|first=Ryan|date=29 April 2022|work=[[Liverpool Echo]]}}</ref> Parr's casting was announced on 19 April 2022 and his character would be part of a "dramatic" storyline where his character would become a "divisive figure in the village."<ref name="Parr">{{cite news|title=Emmerdale casts Peaky Blinders actor for "dramatic" new storyline|url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-jason-jack-parr-newsupdate/|last=Morris|first=Lauren|date=19 May 2022|work=[[Radio Times]]}}</ref> Lauren Morris from ''[[Radio Times]]'' suggested that Jordan's arrival would be "shocking" and "dramatic", with the storyline portraying a "serious issue".<ref name="Parr"/> Ethan's representation of Jordan causes a conflict of interest as it is revealed that the victim is one of Ethan’s neighbours, [[Billy Fletcher]] (Jay Kontzle), who claims that the attack was racially motivated.<ref name="Problem"/> {{clear}}

==Callum Matthews== {{Infobox soap character | name = Callum Matthews | series = Emmerdale | portrayer = Tom Ashley | first = Episode 9355/6 {{Start date|2022|05|05|df=y}} | last = Episode 9627/8 {{End date|2023|03|16|df=y}} | years = 2022–2023 | introducer = Jane Hudson | occupation = Drug Dealer }} '''Callum Matthews''', played by Tom Ashley,<ref name="Callum">{{cite news |last1=Denby |first1=Laura |title=Will Leyla die in Emmerdale after shock cocaine overdose? |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-leyla-die-overdose-newsupdate/ |access-date=5 August 2022 |work=[[Radio Times]] |date=4 August 2022 |archive-date=4 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220804194346/https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-leyla-die-overdose-newsupdate/ |url-status=live }}</ref> was [[Leyla Cavanagh]] ([[Roxy Shahidi]])'s drug dealer, who first appeared on 5 May 2022.<ref name="Callum"/> He arrives when he asks Leyla to store some cocaine for her as a favour as she couldn't pay funds to buy some for her own use.<ref name="Callum"/> He appeared on a recurring basis until August 2022.<ref name="Callum"/> Callum returned in January 2023, when he paid Leyla to store a bag of drugs for him.<ref name="Callum2">{{Cite web |title=Callum arrested in Emmerdale after holding Leyla, Jacob & Suzy captive |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-callum-arrested-leyla-jacob-suzy-captive-newsupdate/ |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Radio Times |language=en-GB}}</ref> After her son, [[Jacob Gallagher (Emmerdale)|Jacob Gallagher]] ([[Joe-Warren Plant]]), learns of her addiction, he arranges to meet Callum with a knife, however Callum grabs hold of his knife and stabs Jacob.<ref name="Callum2"/> He is later arrested, but released on bail takes Leyla, Jacob and [[#Suzy Merton|Suzy Merton]] (Martelle Edinborough) hostage with a gun, but is eventually caught by the police.<ref name="Callum2"/>

Shahidi, who plays Leyla commented: "Leyla experiences guilt and fear when Suzy is attacked. She blames herself because Suzy has stepped in to save the mess that Leyla had created. [She] sees the reality and the lengths that Callum will go to - [he] is willing to endanger their lives and potentially end them, so her fear goes through the roof."<ref>{{cite news|title=Emmerdale star Martelle Edinborough undergoes surgery for brain aneurysm|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a43641345/emmerdale-martelle-edinborough-brain-aneurysm-surgery/|last=Lewis|first=George|date=19 April 2023|work=[[Digital Spy]]}}</ref> {{clear}}

==Kit==  '''Christopher "Kit"''', played by Thoren Ferguson,<ref>{{cite news |title=Who plays Marlon Dingle's physio Kit in Emmerdale? Find out about Thoren Ferguson |url=https://www.heart.co.uk/showbiz/tv-movies/emmerdale/who-marlon-dingle-physio-kit-thoren-ferguson/ |access-date=20 July 2022 |work=[[Heart (radio network)|Heart]] |archive-date=20 July 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220720184354/https://amp.heart.co.uk/showbiz/tv-movies/emmerdale/who-marlon-dingle-physio-kit-thoren-ferguson/ |url-status=live }}</ref> is [[Marlon Dingle]]'s ([[Mark Charnock]]) physiotherapist that helps him in his recovery following his [[stroke]]. He appeared between 19 May 2022 and 26 August 2022. During his time in the village, he embarks on a relationship with [[Laurel Thomas]] ([[Charlotte Bellamy]]). Whilst they are seeing each other, Kit arranges a date with [[Gabby Thomas (Emmerdale)|Gabby Thomas]] ([[Rosie Bentham]]), who, unbeknownst to him, is Laurel's stepdaughter. He uses the alias "Chris" and he and Gabby are eventually caught by Laurel, and they both realise that he has been seeing them both. When Laurel's ex-partner [[Jai Sharma]] ([[Chris Bisson]]) discovers this, he punches Kit, who eventually leaves the village, and quits as Marlon's therapist, leaving him disappointed. Laura-Jayne Tyler from ''[[Inside Soap]]'' joked, "Hmm. Marlon's physio Kit is just calling out for some memorable rhyming nickname. If only we could think of one."<ref>{{cite magazine |last1=Tyler |first1=Laura-Jayne |title=Hits & Misses! |magazine=[[Inside Soap]] |date=9–15 July 2022 |issue=28|page=98}}</ref> {{clear}}

==Jason Denshaw==  '''Jason Denshaw''', played by former ''[[Hollyoaks]]'' actor [[Parry Glasspool]],<ref name="Parry">{{cite news |last1=Jones |first1=Craig |title=Parry Glasspool joins Emmerdale as ex-Hollyoaks star to play drug dealer |url=https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/parry-glasspool-joins-emmerdale-ex-24097001 |access-date=7 June 2022 |work=[[Leeds Live]] |publisher=([[Reach plc]]) |date=30 May 2022 |archive-date=7 June 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220607085431/https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/parry-glasspool-joins-emmerdale-ex-24097001 |url-status=live }}</ref> is the former drug dealer of [[Jai Sharma]] ([[Chris Bisson]]) who sells cocaine to [[Leyla Cavanagh]] ([[Roxy Shahidi]]). Glasspool's casting was announced on 28 May 2022,<ref name="Jason">{{cite news|title=Former Hollyoaks star Parry Glasspool lands Emmerdale role|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a40132320/hollyoaks-parry-glasspool-emmerdale/|last=Dubey|first=Shivani|date=28 May 2022|work=[[Digital Spy]]}}</ref> and was announced to appear as part of an ongoing storyline between Leyla and her friend [[Suzy Merton]] (Martelle Edinborough).<ref name="Parry"/> He appears between 3-26 June 2022. He attempts to blackmail Leyla and Suzy into allowing him to sell drugs to their clients. Suzy then records him and informs him that if he attempts to blackmail him again, she will go to the police with her recording, incriminating him with his drug dealing business. He then leaves the pair alone. Craig Jones from ''[[Leeds Live]]'' said: "soapland is a small place".<ref name="Parry"/> {{clear}}

==Colin Hamston== {{Infobox soap character | name = Colin Hamston | series = Emmerdale | portrayer = Mark Noble | first = Episode 9381 {{Start date|2022|06|06|df=y}} | last = Episode 9752/3 {{End date|2023|08|10|df=y}} | years = 2022–2023 | introducer = Jane Hudson | occupation = Councillor | wife = Rachel Hamston (backstory) | sons = [[Marshall Hamston]] }} '''Colin Hamston''', played by Mark Noble,<ref name="Colin">{{cite news |last1=Himelfield |first1=Dave |title=Emmerdale fans fear for Marshall as dad's hateful stance appears to soften |url=https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/emmerdale-fans-fear-marshall-dads-26424332 |access-date=31 March 2023 |work=[[Leeds Live]] |publisher=([[Reach plc]]) |date=8 March 2023}}</ref> was a local councillor and the homophobic father of [[Marshall Hamston]] (Max Fletcher), who first appeared in June for four episodes, but then returned again in January 2023, when Marshall was first introduced.<ref name="Colin"/> When Marshall [[comes out]] as gay, Colin's homophobic views make him disgusted in his son.<ref name="Colin"/> After he befriended [[Arthur Thomas (Emmerdale)|Arthur Thomas]] ([[Alfie Clarke (actor)|Alfie Clarke]]), he sends him to boarding school, but after he comes home, Colin isolates and abuses him physically and emotionally.<ref name="Colin"/> [[Laurel Thomas]] ([[Charlotte Bellamy]]), Arthur's mother, forces her way into their family home and takes Marshall with her, as well as threatening Colin that if he tries to get to Marshall again, she will report and expose him.<ref name="Colin"/>

After Marshall moves away to live with his [[#Aunt Jean|Aunt Jean]], the storyline takes a "disturbing turn of events".<ref name="Colin2">{{Cite web |date=2023-08-08 |title=Emmerdale's Colin Hamston takes Laurel Thomas captive |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a44764532/emmerdale-spoilers-colin-takes-laurel-captive/ |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Digital Spy |language=en-GB}}</ref> Colin demands for his whereabouts and even holds Laurel captive in his home, which leads to his later arrest after being exposed publicly for the bigot he really was.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-08 |title=Emmerdale's Colin Hamston takes Laurel Thomas captive |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a44764532/emmerdale-spoilers-colin-takes-laurel-captive/ |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Digital Spy |language=en-GB}}</ref> Justin Harp from ''[[Digital Spy]]'' described these scenes to be "disturbing".<ref name="Colin2"/> {{clear}}

==Naomi Walters== {{Main|Naomi Walters}} '''Naomi Walters''', played by [[Karene Peter]], made her first uncredited appearance on 14 June 2022,<ref name="Nic">{{cite news|url=https://metro.co.uk/2022/08/23/emmerdale-karene-peter-explains-naomis-involvement-in-nicola-attack-17190465/|title=Emmerdale star Karene Peter explains Naomi's involvement in Nicola's attack|work=[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]]|date=23 August 2022|last=Kitson|first=Calli|publisher=([[DMG Media]])|access-date=25 August 2022|archive-date=26 August 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220826022711/https://metro.co.uk/2022/08/23/emmerdale-karene-peter-explains-naomis-involvement-in-nicola-attack-17190465/amp/|url-status=live}}</ref> with her first credited appearance airing on 5 July 2022.<ref>{{cite magazine|last=White|first=Kate|date=2–8 July 2022|title=Charles meets his secret daughter!|magazine=[[Inside Soap]]|issue=27|pages=22–23}}</ref> She was introduced as the daughter of [[Charles Anderson (Emmerdale)|Charles]] ([[Kevin Mathurin]]) and [[List of Emmerdale characters (2021)#Esme|Esme]] ([[Eva Fontaine]]), and the younger sister of [[Ethan Anderson|Ethan]] (Emile John). Naomi was initially referenced on the soap in October 2021 when Esme mentions her to Charles.<ref name="Naomi">{{cite news |last1=Haasler |first1=Sue |title=Emmerdale spoilers: Charles is reunited with his lost daughter Naomi but disaster strikes |url=https://metro.co.uk/2022/06/28/emmerdale-spoilers-charles-reunited-with-daughter-but-disaster-strikes-16864897/ |access-date=28 June 2022 |work=[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |publisher=([[DMG Media]]) |date=28 June 2022 |archive-date=28 June 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220628070819/https://metro.co.uk/2022/06/28/emmerdale-spoilers-charles-reunited-with-daughter-but-disaster-strikes-16864897/amp/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Her backstory involves being put up for adoption by Esme, who was cheated on by Charles and suffered from [[postpartum depression]]. Esme and Naomi later met up, but Charles had refused to meet her.<ref name="Naomi" /> When Charles learns that Naomi has gone missing, he feels responsible for her disappearance so he hunts for her. He discovers her working in a bar, arguing with her boss. Charles defends her in the argument and knocks her boss over.<ref name="Naomi" />

Her first major storyline sees her involved in an attack against village local [[Nicola King]] ([[Nicola Wheeler]]). The reaction from locals sees her ostracised, but despite their distaste for her, Naomi's characterisation remains bolshy and argumentative.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Denby |first1=Laura |title=Emmerdale's Naomi Walters arrested over attack on Nicola King |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-arrest-naomi-attack-nicola-newsupdate/ |access-date=28 June 2023 |work=[[Radio Times]] |date=14 September 2022 |archive-date=26 October 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221026223130/https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-arrest-naomi-attack-nicola-newsupdate/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Throughout her tenure, Naomi is shown to be a feisty, stubborn and strong-willed character. She has various feuds, including spats with her family, [[Manpreet Sharma]] ([[Rebecca Sarker]]), [[Rhona Goskirk]] ([[Zoë Henry]]) and her bosses at the Woolpack. She is also conned by [[Alex Moore (Emmerdale)|Alex Moore]] ([[Liam Boyle (actor)|Liam Boyle]]), which shows a vulnerable side to Naomi when she is devastated by his lies. Peter announced her decision to leave ''Emmerdale'' in April 2023, with her exit set to air in July 2023. Viewers were not a fan of Naomi, with many being unappreciative of her nasty nature.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Mwitumwa |first1=Monde |title=Emmerdale fans call for Naomi to be axed from soap as they slam 'dreadful' storyline |url=https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/emmerdale-fans-call-naomi-axed-24910175 |access-date=28 June 2023 |work=[[Leeds Live]] |publisher=([[Reach plc]]) |date=1 September 2022 |archive-date=29 June 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230629162545/https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/emmerdale-fans-call-naomi-axed-24910175 |url-status=live }}</ref> However, ''[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]]'' writer Sue Haasler appreciated that she is "a headstrong young woman who insists on making her own decisions in life".<ref>{{cite news |last1=Haasler |first1=Sue |title=Emmerdale spoilers: Naomi's exit story confirmed as she takes horrible action |url=https://metro.co.uk/2023/06/28/emmerdale-spoilers-naomis-exit-story-confirmed-as-she-takes-action-19028937/ |access-date=30 June 2023 |work=[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |publisher=([[DMG Media]]) |date=28 June 2023 |archive-date=30 June 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230630011156/https://metro.co.uk/2023/06/28/emmerdale-spoilers-naomis-exit-story-confirmed-as-she-takes-action-19028937/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

On 25 April 2023, a day after the casting announcement of Naomi's grandmother [[Claudette Anderson|Claudette]] (Flo Wilson), it was announced that Peter had quit her role as Naomi. A spokesperson said that Peter had enjoyed her time on ''Emmerdale'', but due to wanting to play different roles, she had made the decision to leave. ''[[Radio Times]]'' reported that her exit would be set to air in summer 2023.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Daly |first1=Helen |title=Emmerdale star 'quits ITV soap after a year' |url=https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-naomi-exit-karene-peters-newsupdate/ |access-date=25 April 2023 |work=[[Radio Times]] |date=25 April 2023 |archive-date=25 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230425140614/https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-naomi-exit-karene-peters-newsupdate/ |url-status=live }}</ref> After her short but "eventful" tenure on the soap, it was confirmed that her exit would be written in a way that could accommodate her return in the future.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Mitchell |first1=Harriet |title=Emmerdale exit for Naomi Walters as Karene Peter leaves show |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a43697079/emmerdale-naomi-walters-karene-peter-exit/ |access-date=30 June 2023 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Communications]]) |date=25 April 2023 |archive-date=3 May 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230503230325/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a43697079/emmerdale-naomi-walters-karene-peter-exit/ |url-status=live }}</ref> {{clear}}

==Terry Pickforth==  '''Terry Pickforth''', portrayed by [[Neil Bell (actor)|Neil Bell]],<ref name="Neil 1">{{cite news |last1=Sansome |first1=Jessica |title=Coronation Street star Neil Bell joins Emmerdale in new sinister role |url=https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/coronation-street-star-neil-bell-24475789/ |work=[[Leeds Live]]|date=13 May 2022}}</ref> was an acquaintance of [[Sandra Flaherty]] ([[Joanne Mitchell]]) whom she owed £4000 to. He made his first appearance on 12 July 2022.<ref name="Neil 1" /> Craig Jones from ''[[Leeds Live]]'' described Terry's character to be a "sinister role".<ref name="Neil 1" /> Many fans recognised Bell from ITV soap opera ''[[Coronation Street]]'' when he first appeared.<ref name="Neil 1" /> This was his second role in Emmerdale, as he had played a person in a bar in December 2009.<ref name="Neil 1" /> Jones also commented: "soapland is a small place with acting stars regularly switching from programme to programme."<ref name="Neil 1" /> {{clear}}

==Clemmie Reed== {{Infobox soap character |series=[[Emmerdale]] |name=Clemmie Reed |introducer=[[Steve Frost]] |portrayer=Mabel Addison |father = [[Alex Moore (Emmerdale)|Alex Moore]] |adoptivefather = [[Billy Fletcher]] (guardian) |halfbrothers= [[Lucas Taylor (Emmerdale)|Lucas Taylor]] |brothers= [[Evan Fletcher]] (adoptive) |grandfathers = [[Will Taylor (Emmerdale)|Will Taylor]] (adoptive) |grandmothers = [[List of Emmerdale characters (2024)#Rose Jackson|Rose Jackson]] (adoptive) |adoptivemother= [[Dawn Taylor]] (guardian) |mother= Beth Reed |years=2022–present |first=Episode 9414/5 14 July 2022 |last= }} '''Clementine "Clemmie" Reed''', portrayed by Mabel Addison<ref>{{cite news |last1=Haasler |first1=Sue |title=Emmerdale spoilers: Billy makes a huge decision which changes everything with Dawn |url=https://metro.co.uk/2022/07/26/emmerdale-spoilers-billy-makes-huge-decision-which-changes-everything-17026416/ |access-date=18 August 2022 |work=[[Metro (British newspaper)|Metro]] |publisher=([[DMG Media]]) |date=26 July 2022 |archive-date=31 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220831195046/https://metro.co.uk/2022/07/26/emmerdale-spoilers-billy-makes-huge-decision-which-changes-everything-17026416/ |url-status=live }}</ref> is the daughter of [[Dawn Taylor (Emmerdale)|Dawn Fletcher]] ([[Olivia Bromley]])'s friend Beth and her ex-boyfriend [[Alex Moore (Emmerdale)|Alex Moore]] ([[Liam Boyle (actor)|Liam Boyle]]). After Beth died, Dawn finds Clemmie sleeping in a dog basket in a friend's kitchen, which leads to her taking her home to care for her. After noticing a resemblance of her own son [[Lucas Taylor]] (Dexter Anstell), he realises that her ex-boyfriend and Lucas' father, Alex is also Clemmie's father. Dawn and her husband [[Billy Fletcher]] ([[Jay Kontzle]]) visit Alex, who is in prison, to tell him they are going for guardianship of Clemmie.

In 2023, going through social services, the fostering of Clemmie becomes official in court at the same time as Billy's adoption of Lucas. However, a few months later, Dawn discovers that she's pregnant, which [[Gabby Thomas (Emmerdale)|Gabby Thomas]] ([[Rosie Bentham]]) reveals out loud at Home Farm, which Clemmie hears and causes her to feel unwanted and run away,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-03 |title=Emmerdale's Clemmie to run away after shocking Home Farm incident |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a44422454/emmerdale-spoilers-clemmie-reed-runs-away/ |access-date=2024-03-13 |website=Digital Spy |language=en-GB |archive-date=31 October 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231031135527/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a44422454/emmerdale-spoilers-clemmie-reed-runs-away/ |url-status=live }}</ref> however [[Nicky Miligan]] ([[Lewis Cope]]) finds and brings her home, making him hero of the hour, to Gabby's dismay due to him recently jilting him before their wedding. {{clear}}

==Esther Spencer== {{Infobox soap character |series=[[Emmerdale]] |name=Esther Spencer |introducer=[[Steve Frost]] |portrayer= Florence Mae Dyson (2022–2024) Ella Kenny (2024) |father = [[Samson Dingle]] |grandfathers = [[Sam Dingle]] [[Daz Spencer]] [[#Dan Spencer|Dan Spencer]] (adoptive) |grandmothers = [[Alice Dingle]] [[Ali Spencer]] [[Lydia Dingle]] (step) |mother= [[Amelia Spencer (Emmerdale)|Amelia Spencer]] |uncles = [[Sean Spencer (Emmerdale)|Sean Spencer]] |relatives=[[Charity Dingle]] [[Noah Dingle]] [[Chas Dingle]] [[Aaron Dingle]] [[Shadrach Dingle]] [[Marlon Dingle]] [[Moses Dingle]] [[Sarah Sugden (2005 character)|Sarah Sugden]] [[Nate Robinson (Emmerdale)|Nate Robinson]] [[Kyle Winchester]] [[Isaac Dingle]] [[Belle Dingle]] [[Cain Dingle]] [[Zak Dingle]] |years=2022–2024 |first=Episode 9499/9500 20 October 2022 |last=Episode 10,196 20 December 2024 }} '''Esther Spencer''' is the daughter of [[Amelia Spencer (Emmerdale)|Amelia Spencer]] (Daisy Campbell) and [[Samson Dingle]] (Sam Hall). She was born when her parents are 16 years old. Amelia discovered she was pregnant when she collapsed holding [[Thomas Tate (Emmerdale)|Thomas Tate]] (Bertie Brotherton) and went into hospital. When she discovered her pregnancy, she originally planned to have an abortion, but [[Charity Dingle]] ([[Emma Atkins]]) convinced her not to outside of the clinic. People originally believed that [[Noah Dingle]] (Jack Downham) was the father, but it was later revealed to be Samson, who was far from pleased. Later, Noah and Amelia begin a relationship, but Samson does everything he can to get Esther out of his life when she was born. First, he called social services reporting Amelia as an unfit parent and then cons Noah out of the savings that his aunt, [[Zoe Tate]] ([[Leah Bracknell]]) kept for him, in order to remain a part of Esther's life.

On 5 December 2024, it was announced that Mark Jordon would reprise the role of [[Daz Spencer]] as part of Amelia's exit storyline.<ref name="Return">{{cite news|title=Emmerdale to bring back past character for Amelia's exit|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a63096429/emmerdale-spoilers-amelia-exit-return/|last=Kilkelly|first=Daniel|date=5 December 2024|work=[[Digital Spy]]}}</ref> ''[[Digital Spy]]'' revealed details that Amelia would go and live with Daz in Leicester, taking Esther with her for a new life.<ref name="Return"/> {{clear}}

==Darren Walker==  '''Darren Walker''', portrayed by [[Kyle Pryor]], made his first appearance on 7 December 2022 when he meets with [[Kim Tate]] ([[Claire King]]) to discuss the set up of her new stud farm. Darren impresses Kim, until [[Dawn Taylor (Emmerdale)|Dawn Fletcher]] (Olivia Bromley) reveals that he has lied about his contacts. <ref name="Kyle">{{cite web|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42087536/emmerdale-spoilers-kyle-pryor-darren/|title=Emmerdale casts former Hollyoaks and Home and Away star Kyle Pryor in guest role|last=Kilkelly|first=Daniel|date=29 November 2022|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|access-date=29 November 2022|archive-date=29 November 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221129005629/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42087536/emmerdale-spoilers-kyle-pryor-darren/|url-status=live}}</ref> Pryor's casting was announced on 29 November 2022.<ref name="Kyle" /> His character is a businessman, who was billed as a "stylish charmer".<ref name="Kyle" /> He also beat up [[Vinny Dingle]] (Bradley Johnson) after he believed he cheated at playing poker with him, before taking back his money. {{clear}}

==Nicky Miligan== {{Infobox soap character | name = Nicky Miligan | series = Emmerdale | first = Episode 9540 {{Start date|2022|12|14|df=y}} | last = Episode 10,030/31 {{End date|2024|07|04|df=y}} | years = 2022–2024 | introducer = Jane Hudson | portrayer = [[Lewis Cope]]  | father = [[#Caleb Miligan|Caleb Miligan]] | mother = [[List of Emmerdale characters introduced in 2024#Ruby Fox-Miligan|Ruby Fox-Miligan]] | halfsisters = [[Steph Miligan]] | grandfathers = [[Frank Tate (Emmerdale)|Frank Tate]] [[List of Emmerdale characters introduced in 2024#Anthony Fox|Anthony Fox]] | grandmothers = [[Faith Dingle]] [[List of Emmerdale characters introduced in 2024#Helen Fox|Helen Fox]] | uncles = [[Liam Hammond]] [[Chris Tate]] [[Cain Dingle]] [[Jamie Tate]] | aunts = [[Zoe Tate]] [[Chas Dingle]] [[Steph Miligan]] | cousins = [[Debbie Dingle]] [[Nate Robinson (Emmerdale)|Nate Robinson]] [[Aaron Dingle]] [[Joe Tate (Emmerdale)|Joe Tate]] [[Jean Tate]] [[Noah Dingle]] [[Kyle Winchester]] [[Isaac Dingle]] [[Millie Tate]] [[Grace Dingle]] [[Eve Dingle]] [[Thomas Tate (Emmerdale)|Thomas Tate]] }} '''Nicky Miligan''', played by [[Lewis Cope]], first appeared on 14 December 2022.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42163959/emmerdale-spoilers-nicky-lewis-cope/|title=Emmerdale to introduce new character as Home Farm battle begins|last=Kilkelly|first=Daniel|date=6 December 2022|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|access-date=8 December 2022|archive-date=8 December 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221208070540/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42163959/emmerdale-spoilers-nicky-lewis-cope/|url-status=live}}</ref> He was introduced as a male [[nanny]] who attends an interview for a job caring for [[Gabby Thomas (Emmerdale)|Gabby Thomas]] ([[Rosie Bentham]]) and [[Dawn Taylor (Emmerdale)|Dawn Fletcher]]'s ([[Olivia Bromley]]) children at Home Farm. Nicky and Gabby are shown to be attracted to each other and he eventually stops working as her nanny so that they can pursue a relationship. In spite of [[Kim Tate]]'s ([[Claire King]]) disapproval for their relationship, he proposes to Gabby and she accepts.

In April 2023, in an unannounced twist, it is revealed that Nicky is son of [[#Caleb Miligan|Caleb Miligan]] ([[William Ash (actor)|William Ash]]), and the grandson of [[Frank Tate (Emmerdale)|Frank Tate]] ([[Norman Bowler]]) and [[Faith Dingle]] ([[Sally Dexter]]). In an interview with [[Digital Spy]], Cope said that he did not know about the twist. He explained: "I thought I was coming in as a love interest to Gabby. It was further down the line I got the scripts and it started to reveal itself for me. It was a nice surprise as I wasn't pre-empting anything. I could just look at what was on the script and make that work."<ref name="Caleb Tate">{{cite news |last1=Kilkelly |first1=Daniel |title=Emmerdale stars Will Ash and Lewis Cope respond to Caleb and Nicky twist |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a43529648/emmerdale-will-ash-lewis-cope-caleb-nicky/ |access-date=7 April 2023 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Communications]]) |date=6 April 2023 |archive-date=6 April 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230406193315/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a43529648/emmerdale-will-ash-lewis-cope-caleb-nicky/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Cope was excited for viewers to see the pair working together to take over Home Farm. <ref name="Caleb Tate" /> {{Clear}}

==Caleb Miligan== {{Infobox soap character | name = Caleb Miligan | series = Emmerdale | first = Episode 9555/56 {{Start date|2022|12|25|df=y}} | years = 2022–present | introducer = Jane Hudson | portrayer = [[William Ash (actor)|William Ash]] Riccardo Drayton (flashback) | father = [[Frank Tate (Emmerdale)|Frank Tate]] | mother = [[Faith Dingle]] |stepmother = [[Kim Tate]] | halfbrothers = [[Liam Hammond]] [[Chris Tate]] [[Cain Dingle]] [[Jamie Tate]] | halfsisters = [[Zoe Tate]] [[Chas Dingle]] | wife = [[Ruby Fox-Miligan]] | sons = [[#Nicky Miligan|Nicky Miligan]] | adoptivedaughters = [[Steph Miligan]] | nephews = [[Nate Robinson (Emmerdale)|Nate Robinson]] [[Aaron Dingle]] [[Joe Tate (Emmerdale)|Joe Tate]] [[Noah Dingle]] [[Kyle Winchester]] [[Isaac Dingle]] [[Thomas Tate (Emmerdale)|Thomas Tate]] | nieces = [[Debbie Dingle]] [[Jean Tate]] [[Millie Tate]] [[Grace Dingle]] [[Eve Dingle]] }} '''Caleb Miligan''', played by [[William Ash (actor)|William Ash]], made his first appearance on 25 December 2022. The character and Ash's casting details were announced on 26 November 2022.<ref name="Hooton">{{cite web|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42071685/emmerdale-waterloo-road-will-ash-cain-dingle-story/|title=Emmerdale casts Waterloo Road star Will Ash for new Cain Dingle storyline|last=Hooton|first=Kayleigh|date=26 November 2022|publisher=[[Digital Spy]]|access-date=26 December 2022|archive-date=31 December 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221231150859/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a42071685/emmerdale-waterloo-road-will-ash-cain-dingle-story/|url-status=live}}</ref> Of his casting, Ash stated "I'm thrilled to be joining such an iconic show. ''Emmerdale'' is packed full of fantastic actors and I'm really looking forward to working alongside them. Caleb is a fantastically complex character and I can't wait to get stuck in."<ref name="Hooton"/> Caleb is introduced as the long-lost brother of [[Cain Dingle|Cain]] ([[Jeff Hordley]]) and [[Chas Dingle]] ([[Lucy Pargeter]]), and the estranged son of [[Faith Dingle]] ([[Sally Dexter]]), who died from [[breast cancer]] before his arrival. His presence causes issues between Cain and Chas, as she learns that Cain knew about Caleb and kept him a secret from her.<ref name="Hooton"/> Caleb was billed as "calm and in control, rich and successful, at first glance Caleb is everything his brother isn't, but will the pair find they have more in common than they thought?"<ref name="Hooton"/> It was also teased that Caleb's arrival would "shake things up" for the Dingle family.<ref name="Hooton"/>

Caleb spends months becoming a business partner of [[Kim Tate]] ([[Claire King]]). Then in April 2023, in an unannounced twist, Caleb was revealed to be the son of Kim's first husband, [[Frank Tate (Emmerdale)|Frank Tate]] ([[Norman Bowler]]). Caleb is also the father of [[#Nicky Miligan|Nicky]] ([[Lewis Cope]]), who had also spent months getting close to [[Gabby Thomas (Emmerdale)|Gabby Thomas]] ([[Rosie Bentham]]). It was confirmed that both Caleb and Nicky had got close to Kim and Gabby in a bid to take Home Farm over. Ash knew about the storyline since his casting and was excited for viewers to discover the truth. He was also excited for the storyline to cause further disruption between the Tate and Dingle families due to their long-running feud in the soap.<ref name="Caleb Tate" /> {{Clear}}

==Other characters== {| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="font-size:90%" |- valign="top" ! scope="col" | Character ! scope="col" | Episode date(s) ! scope="col" | Actor ! scope="col" | Circumstances |- ! scope="row" | Cassie {{Anchor|Cassie}} | {{nowrap|11–13 January}} | {{nowrap|Stephanie Dooley<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38662469/emmerdale-priya-kotecha-upsetting-return-work/|title=Emmerdale's Priya Kotecha to face an upsetting return to work|work=[[Digital Spy]]|publisher=([[Hearst Magazines UK]])|date=4 January 2022|last=Alexander|first=Susannah|access-date=12 January 2022|archive-date=5 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220105053314/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a38662469/emmerdale-priya-kotecha-upsetting-return-work/|url-status=live}}</ref>}} | An unhappy client of Take a Vow. Wedding planner [[Priya Sharma]] ([[Fiona Wade]]) helps Cassie with her problems but the stress causes Priya to scratch her scars caused by getting caught in a fire; Priya later overhears Cassie mocking her scratching. |- ! scope="row | {{nowrap|Tommy{{efn|Tommy is initially credited as "Truck Driver".}}}} {{Anchor|Tommy}} | {{nowrap|13–27 January}} | {{nowrap|Martin Mednikarov<ref>{{cite instagram|last=Mednikarov|first=Martin|user=martinmednikarov|postid=CYrRCqYIehw|date=13 January 2022|title=Catch me on British tele tonight on my first of a few episodes on @emmerdale on @itv at 8 pm.|access-date=14 January 2022}}</ref>}} | A truck driver who picks up [[Meena Jutla]] ([[Paige Sandhu]]) and gives her a lift to [[Glasgow]]. Unbeknownst to him, Meena has murdered numerous people and is using him as a [[getaway driver]] to escape the police. He lives with her for a few weeks, after which she leaves him. |- ! scope="row" | Solicitor {{Anchor|Solicitor}} | {{nowrap|18–22 February}} | {{nowrap|Olu Adaeze<ref>{{cite web |title=Olu Adaeze |url=https://www.spotlight.com/1976-7864-1143 |publisher=[[Spotlight (company)|Spotlight]] |access-date=19 February 2022 |archive-date=19 February 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220219160427/https://www.spotlight.com/1976-7864-1143 |url-status=live }}</ref>}} | [[Meena Jutla]]'s ([[Paige Sandhu]]) solicitor when she is arrested for her various crimes. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Defence Barrister Milligan}} {{Anchor|Defence Barrister Milligan}} | rowspan="3" | {{nowrap|17 March–18 April}} | {{nowrap|[[Amy Robbins]]<ref name="Court">{{cite news|url=https://eastieoaks.com/2022/04/18/emmerdale-spoilers-monday-18-april-2022/|work=EastieOaks|title=Emmerdale spoilers: Monday 18 April 2022|date=18 April 2022|access-date=17 April 2022|archive-date=17 April 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220417230138/https://eastieoaks.com/2022/04/18/emmerdale-spoilers-monday-18-april-2022/|url-status=live}}</ref>}} | The defence barrister at [[Meena Jutla]]'s ([[Paige Sandhu]]) plea hearing. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Judge Stevenson}} {{Anchor|Judge Stevenson}} | {{nowrap|Andrew Readman<ref name="Court" />}} | The [[judge]] who presides over [[Meena Jutla]]'s ([[Paige Sandhu]]) court trial. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Prosecution Barrister Sinclair}} {{Anchor|Prosecution Barrister Sinclair}} | {{nowrap|Clarence Smith<ref name="Court" /> | A lawyer at [[Meena Jutla]]'s ([[Paige Sandhu]]) court trial. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Prison Officer Beeker}} {{Anchor|Prison Officer Beeker}} | {{nowrap|4–14 April}} | [[Dean Smith (actor)|Dean Smith]]<ref>{{cite news |last1=Seddon |first1=Dan |title=Here's where Emmerdale fans recognised Meena's prison guard from |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39630187/emmerdale-meena-prison-guard-dean-smith/ |access-date=8 April 2022 |work=[[Digital Spy]] |publisher=([[Hearst Communications]]) |date=4 April 2022 |archive-date=8 April 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220408190337/https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/a39630187/emmerdale-meena-prison-guard-dean-smith/ |url-status=live }}</ref> | A prison officer who [[Meena Jutla]] ([[Paige Sandhu]]) charms whilst in her cell. After flirting with him, Beeker brings her chocolate and a newspaper with a story about her crimes on the front page. Prior to her trial, Meena asks him to unlock a door that would allow her to escape, but he does not comply with her request. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Court Reporter}} | rowspan="2" | 15 April | {{nowrap|Anita Ramdharry<ref name="Prison">{{cite news|url=https://eastieoaks.com/2022/04/15/emmerdale-spoilers-friday-15-april-2022/|work=EastieOaks|title=Emmerdale spoilers: Friday 15 April 2022|date=15 April 2022|access-date=17 April 2022|archive-date=17 April 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220417234631/https://eastieoaks.com/2022/04/15/emmerdale-spoilers-friday-15-april-2022/|url-status=live}}</ref>}} | A news reporter who covers [[Meena Jutla]]'s ([[Paige Sandhu]]) crimes and court trial. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Prison Officer}} | {{nowrap|Anna Tolputt<ref name="Prison" />}} | A prison officer who is threatened by [[Meena Jutla]] ([[Paige Sandhu]]) after she takes away access to Meena's television in her prison cell. |- ! scope="row" | {{nowrap|Bar Manager}} | 5 July | Leon Cooke<ref>{{cite web |title=Leon Cooke |url=https://www.mandy.com/uk/a/leon-cooke |publisher=Mandy |access-date=8 July 2022 |archive-date=25 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125083144/https://www.mandy.com/uk/a/leon-cooke |url-status=live }}</ref> | [[Naomi Walters]]' (Karene Peter) manager who reprimands her for talking to her friends whilst on a shift. Naomi quits and he tries to stop her from leaving due to being short-staffed. When [[Charles Anderson (Emmerdale)|Charles Anderson]] (Kevin Mathurin) sees him stopping Naomi, Charles intervenes and punches him. He calls the police but later decides not to press charges against Charles. |- |}

==Notes== {{Notelist}}

==References== {{Reflist}}

==External links== * [http://www.itv.com/emmerdale/characters/ Characters and cast] at [[itv.com]] * [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068069/fullcredits Characters and cast] at [[IMDb]]

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