David Metcalfe (Matthew Wolfenden)

[lizann]

leaving?

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...en-exits-soap/

[Perdita]

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emm...ic-twist-exit/

Emmerdale is set to air a new romantic twist for David Metcalfe ahead of his exit from the soap.

It was revealed last month that star Matthew Wolfenden would be leaving the show after 17 years in the role, and now more details of his storyline building up to his departure have been unveiled.

In new scenes set to air on the soap, David is left in a state of reflection regarding his breakup with Victoria last year, and while chatting with Jacob in the shop, he admits his feelings for her are growing again.

However, there is a sense that Jacob is unhappy about this ? is he disapproving of David's chaotic love life, or is there more going on than meets the eye?

David's exit comes as Matthew is reportedly looking for a change-up amid a lack of gritty plotlines for his character recently.

In other Emmerdale romance news, star Rosie Bentham (Gabby Thomas) has spoken about filming sex scenes on the soap, admitting to The Sun recently: "They really aren't that sexy to film.

"It's more about the practicality of the kiss and making sure you get the camera angle right. I can safely say that I've never banged heads with anyone during a kissing scene, but it does happen.

"You can request an intimacy co-ordinator, but I've never needed one. When you're working that closely with someone you become really good mates. It's never weird or awkward, because you're working with them every day and it's just part of the job."

[Perdita]

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Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden has landed his first role since it was confirmed that he would be leaving the ITV soap after 17 years.

The actor, whose upcoming exit as David Metcalfe was announced last month, will return to the stage later this year to play Buddy in the musical adaptation of ELF.

Wolfenden will make his debut at London's Dominion Theatre on November 15, with his stint running until January 6, 2024.

The musical, which debuted in 2010 on Broadway, tells the "funny and charming" tale of Buddy, who is raised in the North Pole as an elf after he accidentally crawls into Santa's sack of toys as baby.

The official synopsis continues: "Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy's enormous size and poor toy-making abilities finally cause him to face the truth and realise he'll never belong in the North Pole.

"With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York to find his birth father, discover his true identity and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas."

Tom Chambers, who has starred in multiple soaps over the years such as Father Brown, Holby City, Casualty and Waterloo Road, will reprise his role as Buddy's father Walter Hobbs from the show's 2022 run.

Other cast members include Georgina Castle as Buddy's love interest Jovie, Rebecca Lock as Walter's wife Emily, Nicholas Pound as Santa, Kim Ismay as Debs and Dermot Canavan as the store manager.

ELF marks yet another theatre credit for Wolfenden, who has previously starred in multiple musicals including Sex, Chips and Rock 'n' Roll, Aladdin and Saturday Night Fever.

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Emmerdale stars Matthew Wolfenden and Charley Webb have announced their separation after five years of marriage.

"It is with love and respect that Charley and I have decided to separate," Matthew's story read, with Charley's post containing the exact same statement from her own perspective.

"We remain friends and our priority is the love for our children. For their sake we would appreciate privacy at this time."

[lizann]

This week's episodes will feature actor Matthew Wolfenden's departure from the show as the complicated situation with David, Victoria and Jacob finally comes to a head in dramatic scenes.