Emmerdale actress Pippa Fulton has exited the ITV soap after filming her final scenes as the character Kylie, whose storyline culminated in the kidnapping of Lewis Barton (Bradley Riches). Co-star Michael Parr, who plays Ross Barton, has publicly begged for her to return.
Kylie's Explosive Exit Storyline
Kylie arrived in the Dales with a single goal: to recover what she was owed. Her mission led to a terrifying ordeal for Lewis Barton, who was kidnapped and held for ransom. Although Lewis initially suspected Ross Barton was behind the plot, the true culprit was Kev Townsend (Chris Coghill), who had pawned a diamond stolen from Kylie. Unbeknownst to Lewis, Kev is his biological father, making him an obvious target. The kidnapping had the desired effect on Kev, who scrambled to meet Kylie's demands.
Co-Stars Pay Tribute on Social Media
Pippa took to Instagram to share behind-the-scenes photos from her time on the soap, writing heartfelt messages to her co-stars. To Bradley Riches, she said: 'Bradley, you were like an old friend after being in your presence for an hour, and I felt like we’d been friends in another life! What a dream and an inspiration you are! And you had this old bird Tick Tocking!! To be continued haha….'
To Michael Parr, she wrote: 'Mike, you are the nicest human and had me on a knife edge trying not to laugh right before a take. Thank you for always being so lovely.' And to Chris Coghill: 'What an absolute honour to play along side you, you made my lifelong hardcore Emmerdale mad mum so happy when she received a video message from you & Mike… what ledges.'
Bradley replied: 'LEGEND XOX', while Michael Parr commented: 'What a hoot you’ve been to work with. As if its the second time we got to cross paths. You were brilliant love. Praying they get you back.'
Fan Demand for Kylie's Return
Fans also voiced their support, with one writing: 'More of you in Emmerdale please.' Another said: 'Pippa and Bradley what brilliant acting I would like to see more of you both,' while a third added: 'They need to keep her in it.'
Pippa Fulton's Previous Emmerdale Role
This is not Pippa's first appearance in Emmerdale. She previously played a Take a Vow client and, in 2014, shared a steamy scene with Ross Barton. She has also appeared in Coronation Street and made her screen debut in the first series of Fame Academy in 2002.
