October 10th 2024.
The village of Emmerdale is facing a wave of intense emotions as several families struggle with loss. Losing a parent is always devastating, but for the fans of the show and the actors who portray the characters, the passing of Zak Dingle is especially difficult due to the real-life death of beloved Steve Halliwell. The entire community is coming together to pay tribute to Zak, and the Dingle family is reflecting on their memories of him. But just when they thought things couldn't get any more emotional, a surprise visitor from the past arrives to shake things up.
Ruby Fox-Miligan is also grieving the loss of her mother, and she receives another shock when she discovers that her mother had wanted to see her before she passed away. Confronting her mother's partner Caleb, Ruby is unsure of how he will react. Meanwhile, other relationships in the village are also facing challenges. Kim Tate and Will Taylor are struggling with their mixed feelings, but a heated argument pushes Will back to his desire for revenge.
On a Monday in October, Moira suffers a seizure while cooking and receives news of an available operation slot for the next day. However, she decides to keep it a secret from her husband Cain. When Cain unexpectedly returns home, Moira avoids telling him the news and instead answers a call from their daughter Debbie, who delivers the devastating news of Zak's passing. Cain and Moira are both shocked and deeply saddened by the loss.
As the village mourns Zak's death, Billy confides in his friend Mack that he will have to take another fight, but begs him to keep it a secret. Mack not only agrees to keep quiet, but also offers to help. Meanwhile, Tom and Amelia meet up for a date at the café, and Amelia is thrilled when Tom suggests they go on another date that evening. Later, the two arrive at the Woolpack for their date, seemingly getting back on track.
The following day, Cain informs the rest of the family about Zak's death. It's a sad day for the Dingles and the entire village, but the family finds comfort in being together. Cain and Sam find Belle outside, looking out over the field and reminiscing about their late father. It's a somber day for everyone in the community.
On Wednesday, Ruby receives an unexpected delivery of her mother's ashes, which is a jarring moment for her. She makes a bold decision on how to dispose of them, and later, while drowning her sorrows at the pub, Chas encourages her to find out her mother's final words from the hospital in hopes of finding closure. Ruby is shocked to learn that Caleb secretly visited her mother on her deathbed, and she is left reeling with the knowledge that her mother was asking for her.
Meanwhile, Kim is surprised by another tender moment with Will at Home Farm. Will's relationship with Dawn continues to improve as he gives her money and promises to negotiate a loan for her. But when Kim asks Gabby to move back in, Will begins to question her motives and is put in his place, leading him to turn to Caleb for help in taking down Kim.
As the Dingles gather at Wishing Well to remember Zak, Chas has turned the Woolpack into a space for mourning. Matty questions Moira's decision to delay her operation, and the family raises a glass to Zak's memory. On the day of Zak's funeral, a long-lost relative appears at the graveside, shocking the family and bringing even more emotions to the surface.
Caleb is feeling the pressure from the bank, but he and Will continue to work together to take down Kim. However, Caleb is lying to the bank and operating on a risky plan. When Kim invites Gabby to move back in, Will becomes suspicious of her intentions and is motivated to talk to Caleb about their plan to bring her down.
Zak's send off continues in the Woolpack on Friday, with emotions running high and the unexpected guest causing a stir. The village may be facing a difficult time, but they are finding comfort in each other and honoring the memory of Zak.
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