Emmerdale fans were left astonished when they spotted a ‘long-lost identical twin’ of Zak Dingle making an unexpected appearance on the show.
Zak, portrayed by Steve Halliwell, who first appeared in 1994, was killed off-screen last month. Tragically, actor Steve passed away in December at the age of 77.
Following Zak’s move to Scotland, his sons Cain (Jeff Hordley) and Sam (James Hooton) journeyed up north to retrieve his body and bring him back to the village.
The emotional farewell for Zak took place a few weeks ago, culminating in a heart-wrenching funeral. Notably, Zak’s sister Tina Dingle (Samantha Power) also made a return after an incredible 28 years away from the Dales.
Zak’s death has sent shockwaves through the Dingle family, as he was the patriarch. However, during Thursday’s episode (October 31), viewers were left utterly shocked when they spotted a doppelganger of Zak Dingle, as reported by Leeds Live.
In a scene where Charity (Emma Atkins) was chatting with Ross (Mike Parr) about their child Moses, viewers couldn’t help but notice an extra in the background who bore an uncanny resemblance to Zak. Fans are now buzzing with theories, suggesting he might be Zak’s long-lost brother or even his twin.
A photo of the Zak look-alike was shared in an Emmerdale Facebook fan group, with one fan exclaiming: “Zack’s back!!” Another chimed in with, “Oh my God, I thought it was him too for a moment.” A third added, “I thought the same while watching.”
The appearance of this new character has sparked speculation among fans that he could be related to Zak Dingle. “It’s Zak’s estranged twin brother…” suggested one viewer, while another humorously cautioned, “Don’t give them any ideas!” A third joked, “This will be Emmerdale’s next storyline, just wait and see.”
Steve Halliwell, who portrayed the iconic Zak since October 1994, sadly passed away last year. Initially created as a temporary character, Zak evolved into a cornerstone of the Dingle family and became an emblematic figure in the village.
Emmerdale’s production team expressed their deep sorrow, stating: “It is with great sadness that we confirm that Steve Halliwell, our beloved Zak Dingle, has peacefully passed away.”
They extended their sympathies, saying, “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and loved ones during this challenging time, and we ask that their privacy be respected as they mourn his loss.”
The team also paid a heartfelt tribute, saying, “Steve will forever be synonymous with Emmerdale—the proud defender and head of the Dingle family. His heart and humor were evident in everything he did, and it will always be impossible not to smile when remembering him.”
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