Actress Casey Al-Shaqsy has expressed her excitement at joining the cast of Emmerdale as the newest member of the Sugden family. The performer, known for her stage work, will portray the mysterious Serena Sugden, a character set to stir up drama in the village.
Al-Shaqsy, who has appeared in West End productions of Hamilton, Wicked, and Six: The Musical, will make her debut later this month. Her character, Serena, is described as having a complex personality with hidden depths, and her arrival is expected to trigger an intense and gripping storyline.
A New Chapter for the Sugden Family
The Sugden family has been a cornerstone of Emmerdale since the show first aired in 1972. Serena will be thrust into the aftermath of a traumatic event involving another character, forcing her to make difficult choices that will have far-reaching consequences for several of the village's most prominent residents.
Al-Shaqsy said: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining such an iconic show and playing a Sugden! Serena is a fantastic character with so much going on beneath the surface. I can't wait for the audience to see the drama unfold."
Producer's Perspective
Laura Shaw, Emmerdale's producer, added: "The Sugdens are a core part of the Emmerdale fabric, and we are thrilled to welcome Casey to the family. Her character will be at the heart of some extremely gripping and unexpected storylines, forcing her to make difficult choices that will have dramatic consequences for some of the village's biggest names."
Al-Shaqsy's previous credits include tours of Bonnie and Clyde, Once On This Island, and The Prince of Egypt. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and STV, or from 7am on ITVX, STV, and YouTube.
