Emmerdale viewers are speculating that Dawn Taylor's apparent reconciliation with Joe Tate may be part of a secret revenge plot, potentially explaining her upcoming exit from the soap. Actress Olivia Bromley is reportedly leaving the ITV series, and on-screen, Dawn has recently shifted from plotting to ruin Joe's life to agreeing to marry him.
Earlier storylines saw Dawn team up with Moira Dingle to expose Joe's villainous actions, but after Joe discovered the plan and Dawn collapsed while pregnant, she claimed to have forgiven him. However, fans are sceptical, noting the abrupt change in her attitude from hatred to love within a few episodes.
One viewer commented: "I think Dawn is still playing him. She may 'love' him but also hates what he's done. She will make sure he rights his wrongs, see Moira, and then leaves." Another added: "Could Dawn still be stringing Joe along? It all feels rushed... With her apparently leaving too, it just makes me wonder if she's playing the long haul."
If Dawn is indeed still plotting, her exit could involve leaving with her baby, leaving Joe behind. Alternatively, a tragic death could lead to Joe's redemption. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
