Emmerdale fans are in for a shocking Christmas as Ryan Hawley, who plays Robert Sugden, has revealed that a deadly plot is set to unfold during the festive season. The actor teased that one character will meet their end in dramatic circumstances, leaving the village reeling.
Hawley confirmed that Robert and Aaron Dingle's relationship will be at the centre of the explosive storyline, which promises to be anything but peaceful. "There's a death at Christmas," the actor revealed, adding that the events will have "massive consequences" for all involved.
The dramatic plot comes as Robert and Aaron's relationship continues to face challenges, with Hawley hinting that the couple will find themselves in dangerous territory. "It's not a very happy Christmas for Robert and Aaron," he shared, suggesting that viewers should prepare for emotional scenes.
While keeping specific details under wraps, Hawley did confirm that the storyline would be "deadly" and would change the dynamics of the village forever. The actor praised the writing team for creating what he describes as "really exciting" material that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
The Christmas episodes are set to air in December, with filming currently underway. Hawley's comments have already sparked speculation among fans about which character might be facing their final scenes and how Robert and Aaron will be involved in the dramatic events.
