Emmerdale favourite teases deadly Christmas twist with 'threat to life'

Emmerdale Favourite Hints at Dangerous Christmas Twist

Ryan Hawley, who plays Robert Sugden on Emmerdale, has teased that viewers will face tension and fear during this Christmas season on the ITV soap. He revealed there is "a threat to life," suggesting a possible shocking death.

Plot Details and Character Involvement

Although Hawley did not specify who might be at risk, he confirmed that Robert Sugden will be connected to the unfolding drama. The storyline also appears to involve Robert's husband, Kev Townsend, and his soulmate Aaron Dingle.

Ryan suggested the events will start building before Christmas and continue into the New Year, coinciding with the special crossover episode titled Corriedale, featuring Emmerdale and Coronation Street.

Ryan Hawley on Robert’s State of Mind

"It's not a very easy time for Aaron and Robert this December. The events leading up to Christmas and New Year into the Corriedale special are very high stakes."
"Robert's state of mind around Christmas is panic, very anxious. There's a threat to life this Christmas."
Upcoming Drama Summary

Author’s summary: Ryan Hawley reveals a tense Christmas period for Robert Sugden with a looming threat to life, promising gripping drama that extends into the New Year and crossover events.

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The Mirror The Mirror — 2025-11-06