List of Emmerdale characters (2021)

Emmerdale is a British soap opera first broadcast on 16 October 1972. The following is a list of characters that debuted during 2021, by order of first appearance. All characters are introduced by the series producers Kate Brooks and Laura Shaw.[1] Ethan Anderson (Emile John) is introduced in January as the son of vicar Charles Anderson (Kevin Mathurin). Additionally, multiple other characters appeared in 2021.

Ethan Anderson
Ethan Anderson
Emmerdale character
Portrayed byEmile John
Duration2021–
First appearanceEpisode 8937
7 January 2021 (2021-01-07)
Introduced byKate Brooks and Laura Shaw
ClassificationPresent; regular
Profile
OccupationLawyer

Ethan Anderson,[2] played by Emile John, made his first appearance in episode 8937, first broadcast on 7 January 2021.[3] Ethan will be introduced as the son of vicar Charles Anderson (Kevin Mathurin).[4] Ethan's character and casting details were announced on 26 November 2020, alongside that of Charles'. Ethan was described as "intelligent", and Digital Spy noted that he "inherited his father's strong sense of justice and worked hard to carve himself a successful law career".[5] It was also stated that Ethan would be accused and arrested of a crime he did not commit, which would lead to a rivalry between himself and the established Dingle family.[4] Ethan works at a law firm after years of "working hard for a successful career", and John confirmed that the storyline would have "consequences" on his career.[6]

Producer Sophie Roper stated that Emmerdale are "delighted" to be welcoming John to the soap, and noted the "dynamic new father and son duo" will "send shockwaves through the village as they find themselves embroiled in the heart of a thought-provoking story with one of our most loved families", referring to the Dingle family. She added: "With two actors of such great calibre, they're certainly set to make their mark on the Dales."[4] Producers later confirmed that Ethan will be a heavily featured character in 2021, with the younger cast getting a focus throughout the year,[7] and Ethan set to have a "longer-term story arc" after the conclusion of the justice storyline.[3] John stated that playing Ethan is "a dream", and on the storyline, he stated: "I feel a tremendous sense of responsibility in articulating his struggle with truth and authenticity and I can only hope that the audience fully engage with him in the same way I have."[4] He added that Ethan's arrival in the village would be "far from quiet", and revealed that Ethan's presence in the village will have "huge consequences" for other characters.[8]

Ethan attends a stag party with his friends at the Woolpack, where Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) hides a bag of drugs inside of his coat pocket, since she needs to get rid of the drugs quickly. When the police arrive at the party, they discover the drugs in his pocket, and this leads to Ethan getting arrested. He is later released on bail, but is suspended from his law firm, leading him to demand justice from Sarah. Charles advises him not to cause a rivalry between himself and the Dingle family, but feeling he has worked too hard for his career to be ruined, he continues to demand justice for himself.

Other characters
Character Episode date(s) Actor Circumstances
Mason 7 January Noah Valentine A drug dealer that Danny Harrington (Louis Healy) is helping to sell drugs.[9]
Connor Cooper 16 January– Danny Cunningham A man who Paul Ashdale (Reece Dinsdale) borrowed money from so that he can gamble. When Paul fails to win his bets, Connor begins threatening him to get his money back.[10]
Fake Greg 3 February Paul Hawkyard A man that Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) pays to pretend to be a Greg (Frank Laverty), a business contact seeing Jamie Tate (Alexander Lincoln).[11]
Greg 4 February Frank Laverty A business contact that Kim Tate (Claire King) meets with. He makes Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) feel uncomfortable by flirting with her at the meeting. When Moira Dingle (Natalie J. Robb) storms into the meeting with a shotgun, he pulls out of the investment deal.

References
  1. Kilkelly, Daniel (24 April 2018). "Emmerdale confirms three new producers as Iain MacLeod's exit sparks major changes". Digital Spy. Archived from the original on 7 June 2018. Retrieved 28 December 2020.
  2. "Emmerdale - what time is it on TV? Episode 8935 cast list and preview". Radio Times. Archived from the original on 17 January 2021. Retrieved 25 December 2020.
  3. "Emmerdale – who is newcomer Ethan Anderson?". Digital Spy. 7 January 2021. Archived from the original on 7 January 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2021.
  4. "Emmerdale announces two new characters Charles and Ethan". Digital Spy. 26 November 2020. Archived from the original on 30 December 2020. Retrieved 28 December 2020.
  5. "Emmerdale announces two new characters Charles and Ethan". Entertainment Daily. Archived from the original on 17 January 2021. Retrieved 28 December 2020.
  6. "Emmerdale newcomer Ethan Anderson has his career threatened by Sarah Sugden". Digital Spy. Archived from the original on 6 January 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2021.
  7. "Emmerdale bosses reveal 8 HUGE spoilers heading our way in 2021". What's on TV. Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2021.
  8. "Soaps 2021: Who is returning, leaving and joining? From EastEnders to Corrie". Irish Mirror. Archived from the original on 15 January 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2021.
  9. "Emmerdale spoilers: Thursday 7 January 2021 – Episode Two". EastieOaks. Archived from the original on 7 January 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2021.
  10. "Eagle-eyed Emmerdale fans will recognise newcomer Connor from THIS other soap role". What's on TV. Retrieved 3 February 2021.
  11. "Emmerdale character called out by fans for 'stupidity' after big mistake". Liverpool Echo. 3 February 2021. Retrieved 3 February 2021.
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