Noah Dingle actor Jack Downham has confirmed his exit from Emmerdale after 17 years, following his character's sudden departure from the village this week. The 24-year-old, who has played Noah since 2009, took to Instagram to announce the news, writing: "Noah Dingle over & out. What a b****y beautiful place to have worked for 17 years!"
On-screen exit
In episodes this week, Noah left the village for a new job opportunity in Dusseldorf, Germany, in a seemingly sudden and unexpected exit. He didn't even tell his mum Charity Dingle until the last minute, leaving her both shocked and devastated.
Soap watchers were left confused by the scenes, wondering if this was a permanent exit for Noah. Jack later added in another post: "So grateful for the past 17 years and thank you all for your support for me and Noah!!!"
Co-stars' tributes
Responding to the post, Jack's Emmerdale co-stars were quick to react and bid an emotional farewell to the soap actor.
- Lawrence Robb (Mackenzie Boyd) wrote: "You're just a dream boy! Smash it! Fly fly fly!"
- Katie Hill (Sarah Sugden) wrote: "Can't wait for this next chapter for you exciting times ahead, love you" with a heart emoji.
- Ash Palmisciano (Matty Barton) penned: "Ah missed already mate! Can't wait to see what you get up to! You're a top lad you! x"
- Amelia Flanagan (April Windsor) said: "Go smash it! You'll be missed" with heart hand emojis.
- Laura Norton (Kerry Wyatt) added: "Absolute angel. That pic of you and Emma [Atkins]. Can't wait to see what you do next. The most lovely young man. We will miss you lots like jelly tots. I'll never forget you launching yourself into that hole in the ground!"
- Bradley Johnson (Vinny Dingle) penned: "You're an absolute legend Jack! Go smash it mate x"
- Shebz Miah (Kammy Hadiq) added: "Some boy! Go out there and smash it x."
Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 8pm on ITV and ITVX.
