Emmerdale star Beth Cordingly has responded to rumours that her character Ruby Fox-Miligan is set to leave the Dales.
Ruby has taken centre stage in recent Emmerdale episodes, with viewers heaping praise on Beth Cordingly for her portrayal of Ruby. But recent reports suggesting she may soon be leaving the soap have had fans worried.
However, the actress has now posted a video to Instagram and responded to the rumours.
Beth Cordingly responds to exit rumours
In an Instagram video, the actress has reassured fans that she isn’t going anywhere.
“Hi, I just wanted to clear something up because loads of people keep contacting me and saying, ‘Oh I hear you’re leaving the show’,” she said.
She added: “There’s some sort of fake news article going round saying all sorts of stuff. For the record, if I’m allowed to say this, I’m not leaving the show at the moment – as far as I know – I’m having a really lovely time.
“I adore my job, and I definitely don’t feel I’ve been mistreated by any producers. I’m being treated very well and I’m having a lovely time.”
Her followers shared their relief at the news. One fan said: “You’re never allowed to leave… Best Emmerdale casting in years, absolutely love Ruby!”
Another viewer wrote: “Love your character in Emmerdale you are a brilliant actress and I love all of Ruby’s outfits,” while many others praised the star for her acting during the current hard-hitting storyline.
What happened to Ruby in Emmerdale?
Since arriving in the village at the start of the year, Ruby quickly established herself as a popular character. But it’s only recently that her background has been explored.
In devastating flashback scenes that aired last week, it was revealed that Ruby had been sexually abused by her father Anthony when she was younger.
The flashback scenes depicted Ruby’s 16th birthday party. After everyone had left, Anthony took Ruby some cake in her room. In scenes that followed later, after he locked the door, Ruby looked visibly scared as she begged “Please not again. Not today.”
Beth’s performance as Ruby in the present day scenes had everyone gripped, with fans calling for the actress to be given all the awards.
The special episode also hinted that Caleb Miligan may not be Steph’s father. With so much more to explore in this storyline, fans will be pleased that Beth is staying put.
