Horrified Emmerdale viewers ‘work out’ real reason Ross Barton is returning – and it’s bad news for legendary character
A shock health storyline on the Dales could be the reason for his comeback
EMMERDALE fans have worked out the chilling reason for Ross Barton’s return to the hit show.
Earlier today, it was revealed that TV heartthrob Micheal Parr would be returning to the popular role that threw him into the spotlight.
He will be back on-screens once again as bad boy Ross but some fans think they have worked out the sinister reason he is back.
Amid a heartbreaking time for his aunt Moira Dingle in the Dales after discovering her brain tumour, some viewers think that Ross’ return could mean certain death for her charachter.
They have predicted that Ross could be back in town to say his goodbyes to Moira at her FUNERAL.
Speculation is now rife that Moira’s health could take a deadly twist forcing Ross back to the Dales in order to say goodbye to her and pay his respects one final time.
One fan declared: “Oh no Ross is there for Moira’s funeral.”
Another asked: “Is Moira going to die and if so will Ross make a comeback permanently?”
But someone else suggested there would be more to the story as they penned online: “I know Ross and Moira were on good terms when he left but I really can’t see him caring about her enough to visit her when she’s sick like…there’s gotta be another reason he’d be back.”
Actor Michael, who first joined Emmerdale in 2013, became a fan favourite for his portrayal of the complex-but-charismatic Ross and will reappear on screen later this year.
Michael said: “I’m over the moon to be returning to Emmerdale.
“Ross is a character I’m extremely fond of and I’m excited to explore what he’s been up to over the past five years.
“After seeing the scripts, I can’t wait for the audience to see what’s in store. One thing I can say is Ross’s return will no doubt create fireworks.”
Producer, Laura Shaw, added: “We are delighted to have Michael back at Team Emmerdale, playing the unforgettable and charismatic bad boy Ross Barton once again.
“Ross makes a huge impact from the first moment he arrives back on screen, immediately throwing some of our villagers’ lives into disarray.
“Chaotic, wild and reckless, Ross is absolutely going to shake up the village and prove it’s never quiet with a Barton boy back in town.”
During his time on the show, Ross was also known for his tumultuous relationships with Donna Windsor and Debbie Dingle.
His first relationship culminated sadly in Donna’s suicide, when she fell with dodgy criminal Gary North off the roof of a car park. Having truly loved Donna, Ross was absolutely devastated by her death.
Ross later began a secret affair with Debbie Dingle, who was engaged to his brother Pete. This ended when it was revealed that Ross had a one night stand with Debbie’s mother, Charity, conceiving baby Moses.
