Emmerdale fans have discovered the true identity of village newcomer Nicky and the acting star who plays him actually has a link to sporting royalty.
Emmerdale viewers discovered on Thursday, in a shocking twist, Nicky is actually Caleb’s son. We later saw father and son make their way through the Emmerdale graveyard.
It was intense as they reached their destination – Frank Tate ’s grave and it all became clear that Frank is Caleb’s dad. There’s sure to be fireworks in the soap over the coming months.
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Away from the soap, we thought it was only right to bring you a little more about Lewis Cope - who plays Nicky. The acting talent actually has a link to former Manchester United and England football hero David Beckham.
Back in 2020, Lewis met Becks as he starred in an advertising campaign for his fragrance Bold Instinct. Speaking to The Mirror, Lewis, originally from Hartlepool, said: “I’m from a family of 14. Most of my brothers are boxers, but I chose to dance.
“David used my story to encourage people to be themselves. We spent a day filming and he interviewed me; he was such a nice guy.”
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Discussing his major Emmerdale storyline, Lewis said: "It’s almost just the start too. Finding out that Caleb and Nicky are related. But why are they there? What are they up to? Do they succeed? How does it end? That’s all going to be really exciting stuff too!"
We'll have to see what the coming weeks and months hold for Nicky and Caleb.
As ever, we'll continue to bring you the big Emmerdale news about what is happening in the village and away from it. You can visit our Emmerdale homepage to find the latest gossip about the soap and its stars.
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