Ella’s true identity exposed? A wild fan theory rumbles love child connection to Zak AND Kim

Emmerdale fans have come up with a wild theory involving Ella Forster, Kim Tate and Zak Dingle – a very bizarre combo.

Last week, Zak’s death affected most of the village – not least, Kim Tate. Many didn’t realise she had such a close bond with Zak.

But now fans reckon Kim and Zak could have shared something more than just friendship – a secret child!

Kim mourns Zak’s death

Upon hearing news of Zak’s death, Kim took comfort in her estranged partner, Will Taylor. She broke down in his arms. She was later seen in the pub sharing her memories of Zak.

“Zak knew exactly what was important in life. Family, they came first and they came last,” she recalled. “He put family above anything.” Kim also mentioned that Zak was always able to get what he wanted – ‘legal or illegal.’ She added that she admired him for that.

Some fans questioned why Kim would be so upset over Zak, with one writing on X: “Makes no sense that Kim Tate is crying over Zak Dingle.”

But others – with better memories – were quick to jump in and point out that Zak once worked for Kim. “Zak is part of the reason Kim became so strong and got the courage to escape Frank’s clutches,” wrote one fan, with another adding: “If it wasn’t for Zak and Seth, Kim wouldn’t be the woman or the powerhouse that she is.”

Now, fans are wondering if there is an even deeper connection between the pair, involving Ella Forster.

Who is Ella Forster?

Ella arrived in Emmerdale in January. After standing up for Mandy, Ella was fired from her job. However, she quickly found work in the village at the surgery.

She soon became involved in a love triangle with Liam and Chas, with Liam struggling to be honest about who he really wanted.

Things took a dark turn for Ella when the truth about her past was revealed. On the day of her 11th birthday, Ella killed her childhood best friend Joanne in a jealous rage.

Although, things have calmed down for Ella and she has maintained a relationship with Liam, fans are wondering whether another big story could soon be on the cards for Ella.

Emmerdale fan theory: Ella is Kim and Zak’s daughter?

Fans are convinced that Ella will turn out to be the secret love child of Kim and Zak.

One fan claimed on Facebook: “I’ve been told that Kim and Zak had a fling and had a love child together, and it’s Ella.”

Others fans had the same idea, with another fan speculating on Reddit: “Ella could be Kim and Zak’s secret child after a fling back in the day.” Another fan agreed and commented: “I think it’s a similar situation with Faith Dingle having a fling with Frank Tate and Caleb being unveiled as their secret child.”

Some fans weren’t so sure, but admitted that ‘stranger things have happened.’ It’ll certainly be wild if true.