September 25th 2024.
Emmerdale recently provided us with an update on the health of beloved character Zak Dingle. Sadly, the news was not good. The show shared the heartbreaking news in the wake of actor Steve Halliwell's passing last year at the age of 77. In a statement from his family, it was revealed that he passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by loved ones. Despite his illness, he continued to make those around him laugh until the very end. His family described him as an amazing father and grandfather, and mentioned that family was everything to him.
The statement also expressed gratitude to the staff at the hospital and hospice where Steve spent his final days. They thanked them for their love and kindness, and shared that Steve had wanted people to remember his life with joy, rather than sadness. Emmerdale also paid tribute to the actor, stating that he will always be synonymous with the show. He played the proud and humorous head of the Dingle family for over 30 years, and it will be impossible not to smile when thinking of him.
Sadly, Steve passed away last year and has not been seen on the show for over a year. However, his character has been mentioned frequently, most recently in connection to his daughter Belle's wedding to Tom King. Although he was too unwell to attend, Zak sent his best wishes. In the latest episode, Cain shared that he had heard from Debbie, who had complained about Zak's declining health. Concerned, Cain decided to visit his father in Scotland.
Cain offered to go instead of Belle, who wanted to escape the drama surrounding her abusive husband Tom. However, Chas convinced her to stay in the Dales and report Tom to the police. It is known that Emmerdale is planning a tribute for Zak's character, in honor of Steve who played him for the majority of three decades. Will Cain return with bad news about his father's health?
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