Emmerdale fans convinced Mandy Dingle will steal Paddy from heartbroken Chas when she returns to the soap after 17 years
The Sun revealed Mandy – played by Lisa Riley – was making her soap comeback in the New Year
EMMERDALE fans are convinced Mandy Dingle will steal Paddy Kirk back from Chas when she returns to the soap after 17 years.
The Sun confirmed the TV legend, played by Lisa Riley, would be making a return to filming this week.
Mandy will appear on screen in a self-contained storyline with Paddy in the New Year.
But viewers are worried her comeback could lead to more heartbreak for Chas – who’s still reeling from the death of her baby daughter.
Discussing her comeback, one fan tweeted: “Do you think Paddy will get back Mandy Dingle when she returns in the New Year? #Justputtingitoutthere #Emmerdale.”
Another added: “Hoping Mandy returning doesn't spell the end for Chas and Paddy!”
While a third mused: “I wonder if there's going to be a Dingle love Triangle coming up Paddy Chas Mandy.”
Lisa, 42, confirmed The Sun’s story today and told her Twitter followers: “Yes it is 100% true, I am RETURNING back to Emmerdale...
“Mandy Dingle will come back to the Dales for New Year to cause all kinds of trouble, and her usual cheeky laughter.
“It’s been so difficult keeping it a secret for so long, I am over the moon.”
Emmerdale producer Kate Brooks said of Lisa's comeback: “Iconic Mandy Dingle returns to the village carrying a secret that turns lives upside down.
“She's a character bursting with fun who certainly ruffles a few feathers during her short stint back in the village, and she clearly hasn't lost any of the joie de vivre that made Mandy so popular and enjoyable to watch.
“We're delighted to welcome Lisa back to Emmerdale.”
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