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Emmerdale newcomer Liam Fox has teased details of his character Dan's upcoming storylines.
Fox's alter ego arrived in the village in November in an attempt to salvage his marriage to Ali Spencer, who left him for another woman.
The 42-year-old actor revealed that Dan will be given lighter storylines over the coming weeks.
Of Dan's womanising instincts, Fox told Inside Soap: "Dan's quite cocky when it comes to women, so even though Chas is a bit out of his league, that wouldn't stop him trying.
"She definitely catches his eye - though I think he'd be interested in any woman with a pulse, to be honest! The way Dan chats up the fairer sex is unbelievable."
Fox also said that he would be happy with any future storyline, claiming that Emmerdale has been his "best job ever".
"I'd like to see Dan have lots of fun - he's quite a funny character," the actor added. "Maybe he could get into trouble, become involved in some dodgy scams?"
Fox is married to Hollyoaks cast member Nicole Barber-Lane (Myra McQueen).
Emmerdale star Liam Fox has predicted that his character Dan Spencer is heading for heartbreak in upcoming storylines.
Dan is delighted later this month as Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) takes a romantic interest in him, which leads to them spending the night together.
However, Dan is unaware that Chas is merely on the rebound following her recent split from secret lover Cameron Murray.
Fox told Soaplife: "We all know who is and isn't in our league, but we don't like admitting it. But Dan just wants to ignore it. He thinks, 'Why the hell not?'"
He continued: "Chas invites him to the back of the pub for a drink and then kisses him. He's blown away. He's been hoping for it, but never really expected it. He's a bit like a big kid in a sweet shop and everything's free."
Although Dan fears he isn't good enough for Chas, he is determined to enjoy the romance while he can.
Teasing the plot's future, Fox added: "I know that at some point his heart will be broken."
Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on ITV1.
TaintedLove
03-08-2012, 00:13
Don`t do it Dan...Chas will walk all over you and treat you like dirt. Just ask Paddy!
tammyy2j
03-08-2012, 11:22
I like his bromance with Bob need more scenes of that not him and Chas
Emmerdale actor Liam Fox took centre stage in one of soapland's most surprising stories last year as his character Dan Spencer became engaged to Chas Dingle after just a few days as a couple.
The plotline put Dan right at the heart of the ITV soap's 40th anniversary celebrations, while in real life, Fox has won support from fans and made the shortlist for 'Most Popular Newcomer' at the National Television Awards 2013. He features in the category alongside Coronation Street's Natalie Gumede, EastEnders' David Witts and Hollyoaks' Joseph Thompson.
We recently caught up with Liam to hear his reaction to the nomination and what's coming up for Dan.
How does it feel to be in the running for the 'Most Popular Newcomer' award?
"It's amazing, really, especially as before I joined Emmerdale, I was just plodding along as a normal jobbing actor having a quiet time. Six months before I joined the show, things started to pick up a lot, and that culminated in me getting the role of Dan. To get this nomination is just phenomenal, really - it's a great honour. I'm absolutely over the moon."
How do you rate your chances?
"I really don't know what to expect. Obviously I'm up against some really great actors in the category, especially Natalie in Coronation Street, who's doing a great job there. Who knows? If I was to win it, I'd be chuffed, but if not, the nomination is great. That's not just me being cheesy, it's genuinely how I feel about it."
Is there anything you'd say for why our readers should vote for you?
"Well, all of us nominees are doing a similar job and it's nice to get the recognition. If you like Dan and you like what you know of me - which probably isn't a great deal at the moment - then please do vote!"
Out of all the scenes you've done, do any stand out as ones that you're particularly proud of?
"It's got to be the scenes in the live episode, I think. It was such a massive part of my first year in the show and working with Lucy Pargeter, who plays Chas, was just fantastic. Every day was a pleasure.
"When we were preparing for the live episode, it was great to work with the director Tony Prescott, who was really amazing. The live episode wasn't an easy task for us, but he made it as relaxed as it possibly could be, considering what we were setting out to achieve! To be a part of that was absolutely fantastic."
After the 40th anniversary was so well-received, do you think Emmerdale stands a chance of getting the top soap prize at the NTAs this year?
"Well, if there's any year that Emmerdale's going to get it, it should be this one. I think it's been on fine form in the past year, and the viewing figures have been much higher than they were a while ago. We've also sustained that since the live episode, so here's hoping.
"The audience share we get for Emmerdale is fairly comparable to Corrie and EastEnders, so it'd be nice for us to win. As great as Corrie and EastEnders are, I think it's about time that Emmerdale got the recognition it deserves."
Will you have any nerves over the live ceremony, or will you just enjoy the moment?
"I think I'm just going to enjoy the moment. I did my first Daybreak interview last week and I thought I'd be nervous about that, but I'm just enjoying every minute of it. I was more nervous when I wasn't working and wondering where the next penny was coming from!"
Can you give us any gossip on what's coming up for Dan?
"I honestly don't know that much at the moment. I know that Dan and Bob are going to be getting up to lots of things. Dan is determined that Bob should get together with Brenda, so a lot of the stuff I've been filming recently has surrounded that storyline. It's a lot of humorous stuff at the minute!
"We have a new producer at Emmerdale who I've not had a meeting with yet, so I'm not sure what the big plans are for the next six to twelve months, but part of me doesn't want to know! I really like picking up the scripts and finding out in there. For example, I'm really enjoying having Dan working in the garage with Cain, and I didn't know that was happening until I read the script."
We've heard there are some troubles ahead between Dan and his son Sean. What can you tell us about that?
"Sean's had enough of his dad pussyfooting around Chas! Sean realises that his dad has still got a thing for Chas, as much as he's letting her get on with her life. Sean's at that age where he'd like to be able to look up to his dad. It's very important for young lads to respect their father, but I think Sean has lost that respect a little bit.
"Although Sean's behaviour is fairly out of order, you can see where it's coming from because he wants his dad to be a man about things and stand up for himself more. Although Dan's upset with Sean, he can also understand where he's coming from."
Would you like Dan to get a new love interest?
"Oh yeah, but not too quickly. I don't think he should be looking to marry anyone again too soon! But Dan's had a couple of little shenanigans since the wedding, nothing major, and hopefully further down the line there could be something more. To get a good woman in his life would bring some drama and comedy to his life, so I think that'd be good."
Dan was initially introduced to cause trouble for Ali, Ruby and the kids. Was there always a long-term plan for him?
"I don't think so! I originally came in for eight episodes and was told that Dan might return now and again. Within a couple of months of me doing that, I was told that he was coming in as a regular character. That was all new and out of the blue for me.
"When I came in for my first day as a regular, I heard that I'd be marrying Chas, so that was another surprise! I didn't have a clue how it was going to happen, but luckily the writers have always written well for Dan. Everything I've had has been brilliant."
You've had other parts in the past, but is a regular soap role life-changing in terms of public recognition?
"Definitely. I've done bits in the past - Dinnerladies, Coronation Street and other different things - but this is one major part and it's very different when people want your autograph at the Tesco counter on a Friday afternoon! But people generally are great. I've never had that or even thought about that before. As with most actors, you don't do it to be famous - you do it because you love it."
Do you prefer Dan's comedy, or the more serious scenes?
"I really enjoy both. He's done a lot of comedy lately, and I'd love to get my teeth into a bit more drama again. One of the pleasures of doing the live episode was that there was a real balance. We saw the fun side of Dan, but also a more dramatic and sad side when he was dumped by Chas.
"It's nice to have a bit of everything, as we're all three-dimensional and we can have good days, bad days, fun days and dark days."
Your wife Nicole Barber-Lane plays Myra in Hollyoaks. Is there any playful rivalry when it comes to the soaps competing in the awards?
"Not really, we're just very supportive of each other, and both soaps are very different. Nicole's been doing Hollyoaks for seven years now, so I already had an understanding of what it's like to work on a soap when I joined Emmerdale.
"We're both very honest with each other. If we like what the other has done, we're very supportive of it. If we think something has been a bit over the top or not quite performed as it could have been, we tell each other and we don't get upset about it. It's nice to be honest in a relationship."
By coincidence, your fellow nominee Joseph Thompson has had lots of scenes with Nicole as Doctor Browning in Hollyoaks! Have you watched his storyline?
"Absolutely, it's been brilliant. Nicole thinks Joseph is great and he seems to be a spot-on actor. I've never met him, but he's very popular over at Hollyoaks apparently. It's great for Nicole to be so busy, so I've really enjoyed Hollyoaks in the past few weeks."
Back in Emmerdale, Cameron is becoming quite a dangerous character to have around. Is there any gossip going on among the cast about whether he'll strike again?
"Absolutely - you never know, do you? There's always got to be a chance that he's going to strike again somewhere at some point. It could be any of us at any time, so fingers crossed it's not me!"
Might Chas want Dan back if she ever saw Cameron's true colours?
"Potentially, but I don't think it's a road Dan should go down! They're mates and they've become fairly pally again, despite what happened. I don't think Dan would fall into that trap again, and I don't think Chas would want to do that to Dan again. I can't see them getting back together again, but you never know!"
Emmerdale actor Liam Fox took centre stage in one of soapland's most surprising stories last year as his character Dan Spencer became engaged to Chas Dingle after just a few days as a couple.
The plotline put Dan right at the heart of the ITV soap's 40th anniversary celebrations, while in real life, Fox has won support from fans and made the shortlist for 'Most Popular Newcomer' at the National Television Awards 2013. He features in the category alongside Coronation Street's Natalie Gumede, EastEnders' David Witts and Hollyoaks' Joseph Thompson.
We recently caught up with Liam to hear his reaction to the nomination and what's coming up for Dan.
How does it feel to be in the running for the 'Most Popular Newcomer' award?
"It's amazing, really, especially as before I joined Emmerdale, I was just plodding along as a normal jobbing actor having a quiet time. Six months before I joined the show, things started to pick up a lot, and that culminated in me getting the role of Dan. To get this nomination is just phenomenal, really - it's a great honour. I'm absolutely over the moon."
How do you rate your chances?
"I really don't know what to expect. Obviously I'm up against some really great actors in the category, especially Natalie in Coronation Street, who's doing a great job there. Who knows? If I was to win it, I'd be chuffed, but if not, the nomination is great. That's not just me being cheesy, it's genuinely how I feel about it."
Is there anything you'd say for why our readers should vote for you?
"Well, all of us nominees are doing a similar job and it's nice to get the recognition. If you like Dan and you like what you know of me - which probably isn't a great deal at the moment - then please do vote!"
Out of all the scenes you've done, do any stand out as ones that you're particularly proud of?
"It's got to be the scenes in the live episode, I think. It was such a massive part of my first year in the show and working with Lucy Pargeter, who plays Chas, was just fantastic. Every day was a pleasure.
"When we were preparing for the live episode, it was great to work with the director Tony Prescott, who was really amazing. The live episode wasn't an easy task for us, but he made it as relaxed as it possibly could be, considering what we were setting out to achieve! To be a part of that was absolutely fantastic."
After the 40th anniversary was so well-received, do you think Emmerdale stands a chance of getting the top soap prize at the NTAs this year?
"Well, if there's any year that Emmerdale's going to get it, it should be this one. I think it's been on fine form in the past year, and the viewing figures have been much higher than they were a while ago. We've also sustained that since the live episode, so here's hoping.
"The audience share we get for Emmerdale is fairly comparable to Corrie and EastEnders, so it'd be nice for us to win. As great as Corrie and EastEnders are, I think it's about time that Emmerdale got the recognition it deserves."
Will you have any nerves over the live ceremony, or will you just enjoy the moment?
"I think I'm just going to enjoy the moment. I did my first Daybreak interview last week and I thought I'd be nervous about that, but I'm just enjoying every minute of it. I was more nervous when I wasn't working and wondering where the next penny was coming from!"
Can you give us any gossip on what's coming up for Dan?
"I honestly don't know that much at the moment. I know that Dan and Bob are going to be getting up to lots of things. Dan is determined that Bob should get together with Brenda, so a lot of the stuff I've been filming recently has surrounded that storyline. It's a lot of humorous stuff at the minute!
"We have a new producer at Emmerdale who I've not had a meeting with yet, so I'm not sure what the big plans are for the next six to twelve months, but part of me doesn't want to know! I really like picking up the scripts and finding out in there. For example, I'm really enjoying having Dan working in the garage with Cain, and I didn't know that was happening until I read the script."
We've heard there are some troubles ahead between Dan and his son Sean. What can you tell us about that?
"Sean's had enough of his dad pussyfooting around Chas! Sean realises that his dad has still got a thing for Chas, as much as he's letting her get on with her life. Sean's at that age where he'd like to be able to look up to his dad. It's very important for young lads to respect their father, but I think Sean has lost that respect a little bit.
"Although Sean's behaviour is fairly out of order, you can see where it's coming from because he wants his dad to be a man about things and stand up for himself more. Although Dan's upset with Sean, he can also understand where he's coming from."
Would you like Dan to get a new love interest?
"Oh yeah, but not too quickly. I don't think he should be looking to marry anyone again too soon! But Dan's had a couple of little shenanigans since the wedding, nothing major, and hopefully further down the line there could be something more. To get a good woman in his life would bring some drama and comedy to his life, so I think that'd be good."
Dan was initially introduced to cause trouble for Ali, Ruby and the kids. Was there always a long-term plan for him?
"I don't think so! I originally came in for eight episodes and was told that Dan might return now and again. Within a couple of months of me doing that, I was told that he was coming in as a regular character. That was all new and out of the blue for me.
"When I came in for my first day as a regular, I heard that I'd be marrying Chas, so that was another surprise! I didn't have a clue how it was going to happen, but luckily the writers have always written well for Dan. Everything I've had has been brilliant."
You've had other parts in the past, but is a regular soap role life-changing in terms of public recognition?
"Definitely. I've done bits in the past - Dinnerladies, Coronation Street and other different things - but this is one major part and it's very different when people want your autograph at the Tesco counter on a Friday afternoon! But people generally are great. I've never had that or even thought about that before. As with most actors, you don't do it to be famous - you do it because you love it."
Do you prefer Dan's comedy, or the more serious scenes?
"I really enjoy both. He's done a lot of comedy lately, and I'd love to get my teeth into a bit more drama again. One of the pleasures of doing the live episode was that there was a real balance. We saw the fun side of Dan, but also a more dramatic and sad side when he was dumped by Chas.
"It's nice to have a bit of everything, as we're all three-dimensional and we can have good days, bad days, fun days and dark days."
Your wife Nicole Barber-Lane plays Myra in Hollyoaks. Is there any playful rivalry when it comes to the soaps competing in the awards?
"Not really, we're just very supportive of each other, and both soaps are very different. Nicole's been doing Hollyoaks for seven years now, so I already had an understanding of what it's like to work on a soap when I joined Emmerdale.
"We're both very honest with each other. If we like what the other has done, we're very supportive of it. If we think something has been a bit over the top or not quite performed as it could have been, we tell each other and we don't get upset about it. It's nice to be honest in a relationship."
By coincidence, your fellow nominee Joseph Thompson has had lots of scenes with Nicole as Doctor Browning in Hollyoaks! Have you watched his storyline?
"Absolutely, it's been brilliant. Nicole thinks Joseph is great and he seems to be a spot-on actor. I've never met him, but he's very popular over at Hollyoaks apparently. It's great for Nicole to be so busy, so I've really enjoyed Hollyoaks in the past few weeks."
Back in Emmerdale, Cameron is becoming quite a dangerous character to have around. Is there any gossip going on among the cast about whether he'll strike again?
"Absolutely - you never know, do you? There's always got to be a chance that he's going to strike again somewhere at some point. It could be any of us at any time, so fingers crossed it's not me!"
Might Chas want Dan back if she ever saw Cameron's true colours?
"Potentially, but I don't think it's a road Dan should go down! They're mates and they've become fairly pally again, despite what happened. I don't think Dan would fall into that trap again, and I don't think Chas would want to do that to Dan again. I can't see them getting back together again, but you never know!"
Emmerdale actor Liam Fox has revealed that his character's on-screen romance will soon be tested once again.
The actor's alter ego Dan Spencer is currently in a relationship with Kerry Wyatt, but fans have already seen a rocky road for the pair.
Dan's new storyline is expected to see him struggle to keep Kerry and Ali, the mother of his children, both happy.
Fox told Inside Soap: "There's a big plot coming up which involves Dan, Kerry, Ali and Ruby. It shows Dan's nice side, but could potentially cause problems with Kerry.
"We start shooting soon - there's lots of comic potential, so I think the viewers will love it. There are choices to be made, but I just hope Dan and Kerry will still be together by the end of it."
Laura Norton, who plays Kerry, added: "There are a few rocky moments for Dan and Kerry coming up, but there's some comedy when Declan sells his properties and Kerry tries to sabotage the sales by making up stories about ghosts!
"I'm also filming some scenes with Denise Black, who plays baby Kyle's adoptive gran. Kerry and Amy aren't talking, but perhaps there'll be some kind of resolution in their relationship."
Meanwhile, the troubles for Dan's relationship will come after his son Sean's recent accident inspires him to make serious changes in his life.
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Dan is annoyed when Kerry arrives
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Kerry Wyatt and Dan Spencer
Oates said: "Viewers know that off screen Sean has had an accident, which means that Ali and Ruby are often having to disappear to support him. That leaves Dan really struggling at home, caring for Amelia and worrying about his son.
"It's going to inspire a bit of a life change in Dan. He's going to look at who he is, and actually how he should become the kind of man his son would want him to be.
"The problem is, Dan goes out with Kerry and Kerry is often distracted by things that are shiny and fluffy, or alcoholic! So when Dan is very much trying to move on to a more serious road, can Kerry really be the woman to support him?"
tammyy2j
23-04-2015, 16:55
I like Dan and Kerry
how far away is sean in hospital?
how far away is sean in hospital?
Liverpool
Liverpool
thought it was very far
Liverpool
thought it was very far
It's all change for Dan Spencer's family situation in Emmerdale next week, after his ex-wife Ali leaves the village with her partner Ruby Haswell.
Ali (Kelli Hollis) makes the move to Liverpool to be closer to her son Sean following his recent accident, but her young daughter Amelia throws a spanner in the works by refusing to go with her.
When strong-minded Amelia continues to put her foot down, it sparks a change of plan as Dan agrees to take care of her with help from his fun-loving partner Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton).
Kerry hasn't been known for her strong mothering skills in the past, so Emmerdale fans will have to wait and see whether she does a better job with Amelia.
Liam Fox, who plays Dan, explained: "Dan is conflicted about Amelia's decision to stay. He loves the idea of Amelia staying around because family means everything to him, but there is also a part of him that doesn't want Ali to feel rejected.
"A daughter not going with her mother might be quite hard for her, so he's stuck between a rock and a hard place."
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Dan is devastated about telling Amelia he isn't going with them.
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Amelia insists on staying
He added: "There's a few things that Kerry tries to do to prove herself. I think it goes back to her own daughter Amy, as she was never a great mother!
"With Amelia, it's potentially another chance for Kerry to be the mum she always should have been. She'll do anything to show love to Amelia and be a great maternal figure and partner to Dan - but as always for Kerry, some of these things don't go as expected!
"Ruby and Ali are leaving the village for a while at least, and we'll just have to see how that works out with Dan's new little family in the village. If Ali and Ruby come back, we'll see where we go from there."
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Dan is forced to admit the truth to Amelia about her goldfish and Kerry resolves to always do right by Amelia.
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Amelia, Kerry and Dan try to adjust
News of Sean's accident reached his family earlier this month, following the teen's decision to leave the village to join the army.
While Ali and Ruby will need to be close to Sean's hospital for the time being, show bosses have promised that it's not the last viewers have seen of the couple.
thought it was very far
It is too far for daily visits after work, I just wonder what they would have done if he had been stationed in another country ..
thought it was very far
It is too far for daily visits after work, I just wonder what they would have done if he had been stationed in another country ..
did dan give up the paramedic medical training?
what's he hiding, bills? where is kerry, amelia alone?
Liam Fox has revealed that he ?missed out? on storyline after testing positive for Covid-19.
The actor ? who portrays Dan Spencer in the ITV soap ? and wife Joanna
Hudson-Fox both caught Coronavirus in January.
Revealing that he hasn?t been in work since last year, Liam, 50, told OK! Magazine: ?I missed out on a storyline, so I haven?t been
in work since November.
will dan end up back with chas or eventually with Lloyd's wife julie?
johntrevor
14-07-2023, 12:15
will dan end up back with chas or eventually with Lloyd's wife julie?
I got the impression that Julie knows what Lloyd is up to but just can't accept it. I wouldn't be surprised either if she ended up with Dan.
Liam Fox (Dan) is taking part in Aladdin panto in St Helens. ... looks like he will go to prison for a while ??..
johntrevor
16-07-2023, 11:55
Liam Fox (Dan) is taking part in Aladdin panto in St Helens. ... looks like he will go to prison for a while ??..
Didn't know that, you could well be right. Just hope he doesn't go to jail for hitting the creep.
dan will probably confess not self defence he lied
johntrevor
04-11-2023, 13:38
Former Emmerdale star Liam Fox has announced his next project following his departure from the soap.
Fox exited the ITV show earlier this year after 12 years in the role of Dan Spencer, and has now revealed his next career move, with the actor set to present The Saturday Sports Roundup on Happy Radio UK between 2pm and 6pm.
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