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How did Val get HIV in Emmerdale?

How did Val get HIV in Emmerdale?

Emmerdale first began exploring the issue of HIV in early 2014 when Val was diagnosed. She contracted the condition after having unprotected sex during a holiday fling. The ITV show has been credited for helping to increase the footfall at sexual health clinics since Val’s storyline first went to air.

What happened to Val Pollard in Emmerdale?

Val was killed off on 6 August 2015 in the highly publicised “Summer Fate” storyline, which saw a helicopter crash into the village. She made several appearances afterwards as a ghost to Eric and on a videotape describing her final wishes.

Who played Valerie Pollard in Emmerdale?

Charlie HardwickEmmerdale
Val Pollard/Played by

Where is Emmerdale actress Charlie Hardwick now after starring as Val Pollard for 11 years. She played Val Pollard in Emmerdale for 11 years and was written out of the soap when a helicopter crashed into the village.

Did Eric Pollard marry Dee?

They married in May 1997. Dee felt like she was being used by her husband Eric. In early April 1998, Eric found out Dee’s mother had died and he kept it hidden from Dee. When Dee found out, this was the final straw so she decided to return home to the Philippines.

Who was Eric Pollard’s first wife in Emmerdale?

Eileen Pollock
Meanwhile, Eric’s first wife Eileen Pollock (Arbel Jones) comes to Emmerdale as she learns about Elizabeth’s death, and threatens to expose Eric as a bigamist.

How old is Charlie Hardwick?

60 years (November 3, 1960)
Charlie Hardwick/Age

Does Diane wear a wig in Emmerdale?

Estensen also had to wear a blonde wig for the role. She called Diane “more flamboyant than Bernice”.

Who plays Charlie in classic Emmerdale?

Sarah Graham

Charlie Cairns
Emmerdale character
Portrayed by Sarah Graham
Duration 1997
First appearance 27 February 1997

What happened to Dee in Emmerdale Farm?

Dee left Emmerdale in April 1998 after discovering that her mother had died and Eric had kept this hidden from her. Dee returned home to the Philippines. Her marriage with Eric was annulled in 2001.

Why did Dee leave Eric in Emmerdale?

When Dee learned that her mother had died and that Eric had never shown her the letters, she decided to go home.

Who is Chris chittell married to?

Lesley Dunlopm. 2016
Chris Chittell/Spouse
Chittell is married to his Emmerdale co-star Lesley Dunlop, who plays Brenda Walker. He was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2019 Birthday Honours for services to drama and charity.

Where is Eric in Emmerdale?

Eric currently owns The Grange. Eric arrived in the village in September 1986 as an auctioneer at the Hotten Cattle Market.