Suzanne Shaw joins 'Emmerdale'

Former Hear'Say star Suzanne Shaw has been cast in ITV soap Emmerdale.

The ex-pop singer, who has established a successful theatre career in recent years, is to play Edna Birch's (Shirley Stelfox) "feisty and flirtatious" granddaughter Eve on the long-running programme.

Shaw first found fame by appearing on ITV1 reality competition Popstars in 2001. The show saw her winning a place in the band Hear'Say, who remained active for nearly two years.

More recently, the 28-year-old has triumphed on Dancing On Ice and starred in a number of West End musicals, including Chicago, Summer Holiday, The Rocky Horror Show and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Speaking of her new role, Shaw commented: "I am so excited to be joining the cast of such a popular and long-standing show. It's quite daunting to think I'll be watched by millions of people every night, but I can't wait to get stuck in to country life! Eve is going to be such a fun character to play, she's a real flirt and her arrival is definitely going to cause fireworks."

Emmerdale's series producer Gavin Blyth added: "We are delighted to welcome Suzanne to the cast. Viewers can look forward to some explosive storylines as Eve cranks up the heat in the village and attracts her fair share of male attention!"

Shaw's former Hear'Say bandmate Kym Marsh has been a cast member in ITV1's Coronation Street for nearly four years, playing the role of barmaid Michelle Connor.

The actress will begin filming at the Yorkshire-based programme next month and be seen on screen for the first time in April.

DS

she could be good, have we met Eve before as someone else or have we just heard about her.

Raine Davieson has played Eve a few years ago. Eve Birch arrived in the village and immediately made an impact. Her grandmother, Edna considered her to be sweet and innocent, but this was not true. Eve set her eyes on Marc Reynolds, even though he was already with Donna Windsor. In September Eve, Marc and some other teenagers from the village went to a nightclub in Hotten. They missed the last bus, and stole a car. Marc was driving home when he hit something, Ms. Strickland, their head teacher. Eve’s true nature came out when she was the one who convinced the rest to keep it a secret. Later, Eve slept with Marc.

Eve continued to keep the web of lies going, until Marc confessed. Eve’s true colours came to her grandmothers attention, after Eve kicked Edna’s pet Batley :eek:. Edna was shocked and sent Eve to live with her aunt.

Wonder whether she has changed.

I thouight Edna's son wasnt really her son but Lily's son so Edna's nephew or does Edna have other children?

No it will be Lily's real grand-daughter but maybe Eve doesn't know that Edna is not her biological grandmother. Will she be the lastest fling for Andy.

It be nice to see Edna with some more family around

WOW shes done a lot in the west end

I remember that storyline where they knocked the teacher over.

WHat teacher? :confused:

Ms Strickland, the headteacher. Read post #3 ^^^^

SUZANNE Shaw is desperately trying to lose weight before she starts wearing new Emmerdale character Eve Birch's skimpy gear.

The former Hear'Say star, 28, who begins playing flirty Eve next month, told Closer magazine: "I'll be wearing hot pants so I'm planning to lose half a stone.

Suzanne Shaw makes her presence felt in Emmerdale next week as her flirty, man-eating soap counterpart Eve Jenson turns up in the village out of the blue. Granddaughter to Edna (Shirley Stelfox), Eve arrives on her doorstep safe in the knowledge that she'll take her in. Curious about Eve's sudden arrival, though, it's not long before Edna rumbles the real reason behind her decision to leave her life in France - she's running from her mounting debts and problematic marriage. Here, Digital Spy chats to Suzanne about joining the show and which male characters are on her proverbial 'to do' list.

How did the part come about?
"I was asked to audition along with lots and lots of other actresses before Christmas. I received really good feedback from them but I didn't hear anything for ages. Normally, roles are cast quite quickly, so if you don't hear anything in a couple of weeks, you just presume that they've gone with someone else. After Christmas, they asked me to go in for a camera test, so I frantically learned the scripts. I woke up on the morning, though, and I was completely snowed in! They called and cancelled the audition because none of the other actors could make it. I was waiting for a while after that and then I'd set off home from Manchester to London with all my suitcases. I was literally on my doorstep in London when they called to ask if I could do the camera test an hour later! Then another few weeks later, they called up and offered me the part!"

What do you think of Emmerdale's state of play at the moment?
"It's stepped its game up so much in the last year. No longer should it be the underdog!"

What can you tell us about Eve?
"She's feisty and very flirtatious. She's been left with a lot of debt in France and she turns up in the Dales because she has nowhere else to go - she knows that Edna's a real soft touch and wouldn't leave her own family at the front door. Eve does lie to start with because she doesn't want anyone to know why she's actually there - she doesn't want to let everyone know that she's failed again. Edna finds out the truth, though, and demands to know why she lied. Because she's going through a break-up, she deals with it by flirting with the men of the village. She finds it easier to get on with guys than girls - she's quite sarcastic and to-the-point."

Do you think we'll ever meet her husband?
"That's really interesting... I'm not sure. Only if he's hot! That's what I've said to the producers anyway. Johnny Depp would be good, wouldn't he? Imagine if he came into the show? That'd be wicked."

Who's on her proverbial 'to do' list?
"The first guy on Eve's list is Ryan, so I was kissing James Sutton the other day. Then there's a few more coming up, too!"

Who have you mostly been filming with since you arrived?
"Shirley [Stelfox] and Ryan mainly. Everyone's been really welcoming. James was really lovely on the first day I met him - I actually filmed my first scene with him on my very first day. He took me on a guided tour around the village. And then Shirley - she's just such a great mentor. She's really taken me under her wing. There aren't any egos on the show because everyone grafts so hard. That's what makes it such a great working environment - it's so relaxed. There's such an excitement buzzing through the studio at the minute because the programme's been doing so well. You can really feel the atmosphere."

What were you most looking forward to when you arrived in Emmerdale?
"Having a pint in The Woolpack! I just think it's great. When I was filming my first scene in there, I noticed loads of things that I'd not seen before watching it on the television. I was going around saying, 'I didn't realise that picture was there', and, 'I thought the door went that way' - I sounded like a right fan! And then the village - I got quite emotional walking around it. It's so breathtakingly beautiful. It was funny because my husband came to collect me on my first day in the village and he doesn't like to be a fan of anything, but he said it really choked him driving into it."

Why does Andy take an immediate disliking to her?
"When Eve was originally in the show years ago (played by another actress), there was a storyline where all the kids went out for a few drinks, stole a car and they ended up killing one of their school teachers. Eve ended up grassing them all up to the police and the guy who was driving was put away for it. So Andy and Katie don't like Eve at all."

What's to come from Eve beyond her first couple of weeks?
"She ends up with a job at Butler's Farm and starts working with Andy, so he starts to soften towards her a little. Adam Barton takes a shine to Eve to start with when she turns up to work inappropriately dressed. There are a lot of funny scenes coming up, though - she's so sarcastic with everyone. I can have so much fun with her. Eve doesn't care about rubbing people up the wrong way - if blokes want to cheat on their partners with her, then that's not her problem!"

Is there anyone else she ends up taking a shine to?
"That'd be telling! Initially, it's a case of which Barton will fall for her charms… Also, I've not actually done any scenes yet with another person where it'd be obvious, but she likes this other guy, too. I really don't know how they're going to introduce them, though…"

Suzanne Shaw makes her presence felt in Emmerdale next week as her flirty, man-eating soap counterpart Eve Jenson turns up in the village out of the blue. Granddaughter to Edna (Shirley Stelfox), Eve arrives on her doorstep safe in the knowledge that she'll take her in. Curious about Eve's sudden arrival, though, it's not long before Edna rumbles the real reason behind her decision to leave her life in France - she's running from her mounting debts and problematic marriage. Here, Digital Spy chats to Suzanne about joining the show and which male characters are on her proverbial 'to do' list.

How did the part come about?
"I was asked to audition along with lots and lots of other actresses before Christmas. I received really good feedback from them but I didn't hear anything for ages. Normally, roles are cast quite quickly, so if you don't hear anything in a couple of weeks, you just presume that they've gone with someone else. After Christmas, they asked me to go in for a camera test, so I frantically learned the scripts. I woke up on the morning, though, and I was completely snowed in! They called and cancelled the audition because none of the other actors could make it. I was waiting for a while after that and then I'd set off home from Manchester to London with all my suitcases. I was literally on my doorstep in London when they called to ask if I could do the camera test an hour later! Then another few weeks later, they called up and offered me the part!"

What do you think of Emmerdale's state of play at the moment?
"It's stepped its game up so much in the last year. No longer should it be the underdog!"

What can you tell us about Eve?
"She's feisty and very flirtatious. She's been left with a lot of debt in France and she turns up in the Dales because she has nowhere else to go - she knows that Edna's a real soft touch and wouldn't leave her own family at the front door. Eve does lie to start with because she doesn't want anyone to know why she's actually there - she doesn't want to let everyone know that she's failed again. Edna finds out the truth, though, and demands to know why she lied. Because she's going through a break-up, she deals with it by flirting with the men of the village. She finds it easier to get on with guys than girls - she's quite sarcastic and to-the-point."

Do you think we'll ever meet her husband?
"That's really interesting... I'm not sure. Only if he's hot! That's what I've said to the producers anyway. Johnny Depp would be good, wouldn't he? Imagine if he came into the show? That'd be wicked."

Who's on her proverbial 'to do' list?
"The first guy on Eve's list is Ryan, so I was kissing James Sutton the other day. Then there's a few more coming up, too!"

Who have you mostly been filming with since you arrived?
"Shirley [Stelfox] and Ryan mainly. Everyone's been really welcoming. James was really lovely on the first day I met him - I actually filmed my first scene with him on my very first day. He took me on a guided tour around the village. And then Shirley - she's just such a great mentor. She's really taken me under her wing. There aren't any egos on the show because everyone grafts so hard. That's what makes it such a great working environment - it's so relaxed. There's such an excitement buzzing through the studio at the minute because the programme's been doing so well. You can really feel the atmosphere."

What were you most looking forward to when you arrived in Emmerdale?
"Having a pint in The Woolpack! I just think it's great. When I was filming my first scene in there, I noticed loads of things that I'd not seen before watching it on the television. I was going around saying, 'I didn't realise that picture was there', and, 'I thought the door went that way' - I sounded like a right fan! And then the village - I got quite emotional walking around it. It's so breathtakingly beautiful. It was funny because my husband came to collect me on my first day in the village and he doesn't like to be a fan of anything, but he said it really choked him driving into it."

Why does Andy take an immediate disliking to her?
"When Eve was originally in the show years ago (played by another actress), there was a storyline where all the kids went out for a few drinks, stole a car and they ended up killing one of their school teachers. Eve ended up grassing them all up to the police and the guy who was driving was put away for it. So Andy and Katie don't like Eve at all."

What's to come from Eve beyond her first couple of weeks?
"She ends up with a job at Butler's Farm and starts working with Andy, so he starts to soften towards her a little. Adam Barton takes a shine to Eve to start with when she turns up to work inappropriately dressed. There are a lot of funny scenes coming up, though - she's so sarcastic with everyone. I can have so much fun with her. Eve doesn't care about rubbing people up the wrong way - if blokes want to cheat on their partners with her, then that's not her problem!"

Is there anyone else she ends up taking a shine to?
"That'd be telling! Initially, it's a case of which Barton will fall for her charms… Also, I've not actually done any scenes yet with another person where it'd be obvious, but she likes this other guy, too. I really don't know how they're going to introduce them, though…"

Quote:

---

Is there anyone else she ends up taking a shine to?
"That'd be telling! Initially, it's a case of which Barton will fall for her charms… Also, I've not actually done any scenes yet with another person where it'd be obvious, but she likes this other guy, too. I really don't know how they're going to introduce them, though…"

---

An affair for John Barton so

Emmerdale's new recruit Suzanne Shaw has revealed that she is thrilled by the friendships she has made since making her debut on the soap.

The actress recently landed the part of Edna Birch's (Shirley Stelfox) granddaughter Eve Jenson on the Yorkshire-based drama and her first scenes will be broadcast next week.

As well as Stelfox, Shaw has been working closely with James Sutton over the past few weeks as his character Ryan Lamb is the first to capture the attention of her flirtatious alter ego.

Speaking to DS about her first few weeks on set, Shaw explained: "Everyone's been really welcoming. James was really lovely on the first day I met him - I actually filmed my first scene with him on my very first day. He took me on a guided tour around the village.

"And then Shirley - she's just such a great mentor. She's really taken me under her wing."

She added: "There aren't any egos on the show because everyone grafts so hard. That's what makes it such a great working environment - it's so relaxed."

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by lizann

An affair for John Barton so

---

He is a DILF :p

Emmerdale newcomer Suzanne Shaw has revealed that the soap's cast and crew are buzzing with excitement thanks to its current strong ratings performance.

The actress recently became the latest signing of the drama's series producer Gavin Blyth, who has been steering an ongoing revamp of the programme since taking office in January 2009.

In December, Blyth explained that he felt proud of a ratings boost which started after his changes began to play out on screen. A month later, the show received some of its best viewing figures in years as the climax to the Wylde-Lamb saga aired.

Speaking to DS about Emmerdale's change in fortunes, Shaw commented: "It's stepped its game up so much in the last year. No longer should it be the underdog!"

She continued: "There's such an excitement buzzing through the studio at the minute because the programme's been doing so well. You can really feel the atmosphere."

Shaw will be seen making her debut as Edna Birch's (Shirley Stelfox) flirtatious granddaughter Eve Jenson next week.


DS

Suzanne Shaw has dismissed comparisons with her former Hear'Say bandmate Kym Marsh.

The actress and singer, who recently joined the cast of Emmerdale, said she could understand why people would want to draw parallels between her and Marsh, who has appeared as Michelle Connor on Coronation Street since 2006.

However, Shaw said she was not willing to wage war and praised Marsh's work on the rival soap. "I know (comparing us) is an obvious thing to do because she's in a rival soap but the soaps themselves compete against each other," she said.

"I don't think the actors should be doing that too. I'm just doing my own job, my own character and I'm doing what I enjoy doing."

According to Metro, Shaw said she was proud of all four of her former Hear'Say bandmates, although she admitted their varying schedules made it difficult to keep in touch.

Emmerdale newcomer Suzanne Shaw has admitted that the soap's intense filming schedule came as a "shock" when she joined the drama.

The actress signed up to play Edna Birch's (Shirley Stelfox) granddaughter Eve Jenson in January and will be seen making her debut in the role later this week.

Shaw first found fame in pop group Hear'Say before later securing parts in West End shows like Chicago and Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Speaking to PA about how she has adjusted to her Emmerdale commitments, the star explained: "It's bloody hard, so it's a been a little bit of a shock to the system but I'm enjoying it!"

She continued: "[It's] very different. Everything's a lot smaller - it works at a very different pace. I'm so used to doing evening work and live shows.

"Also, with all the script learning, I'm constantly learning scripts, whereas I normally do a few weeks of learning a role and then have six months of not having to learn a script because you know the character so well.

"So the process of every single night reading your scripts, learning it for the next day and getting used to your call times and working in blocks is really hectic."

Suzanne Shaw has admitted that she was nervous about kissing her Emmerdale co-stars.

Shaw, who will appear on the soap for the first time this week, recently revealed that her character Eve Jensen will have several love interests.

However, speaking on This Morning, she explained that she was unsure about the etiquette involved in on-screen romances.

"I had to ask the others what the protocol was for kissing," she revealed. "I did feel like a teenager. I asked James Sutton if he had any gum!"

Shaw added that her husband is also uncomfortable with the scenes, explaining: "He does say, 'So how do you kiss? Do you use tongues?'"

Lets see if she can actually act - The Dales already have two dumb blondes who cant act coughs Maisie and Katie

Emmerdale newcomer Suzanne Shaw has admitted that her soap commitments still make her feel nervous.

The actress and former Hear'Say singer joined ITV's rural serial earlier this year in the part of Edna Birch's (Shirley Stelfox) flirtatious granddaughter Eve Jenson.

Speaking to the Glasgow Sunday Mail about her new role, Shaw commented: "I've done nothing like a soap before. It's a new lifestyle and I'm still a little nervous about it all, to be honest.

"It's a new trade I'm going into and I'm learning a lot about it as I go. It's a lot of work and you work at a fast pace although it's refreshing to be playing a part.

"It's nice to be doing something different and that's what I love about my job. I go on to different things all the time and I never know what's going to happen next.

"I use it as part of my life and life experience makes you a better actress anyway. Hopefully with the different storylines I will be able to bring that to the cameras."

Shaw has previously appeared in a number of West End musicals, including Chicago, Summer Holiday and The Rocky Horror Show.

Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has revealed that she turned down an offer to become a glamorous "corner girl" at cage fights.

The actress, who plays flirtatious Eve Jenson on ITV1's rural soap, rejected a large sum to take on the job because she would not have felt comfortable showing off her body.

Speaking to The Mirror, Shaw explained: "It was stupid money really and [my husband] Jay was joking, saying 'go on'. But I just couldn't do it, it just isn't my style at all.

"It's one thing doing photoshoots where they show you how to pose and you can look fabulous but when you're walking around in a skimpy outfit it's a bit different. I would have been too worried about having all my wobbly bits on show. Dressing up in Eve's outfits is daring enough for me."

The 28-year-old also repeated her recent confession that she may have cosmetic surgery in the future.

She said: "I probably would consider having cosmetic surgery. I'm just not sure I've got the guts to do it at the moment. I'd probably have lipo on my thighs, I hate them. And I've had Botox already."

Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has revealed that she has to push herself to be flirtatious when playing her character Eve Jenson.

The actress, who used to be in the band Hear'Say, admitted that although she is naturally flirty, her character takes it to another level.

Speaking to Inside Soap, she said: "There's flirting, and then there's some lines I read where I'm like, 'I can't say that!' She's got to try being a little bit more subtle - but that's one thing she's not."

She added: "I'm actually quite flirtatious myself. I think a lot of people in the acting business are. Eve takes it to a whole new level, though, so I have to really push that side of my own character for her."

Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has revealed that her character Eve Jenson may become unpopular with fans because of an upcoming storyline.

Eve will begin an affair with Carl King and Shaw has admitted that viewers may not like seeing someone come between Carl and his girlfriend Chas.

Speaking to the Daily Star Sunday, she said: "I was really excited when I found out Eve would be having an affair with Carl. But I quickly realised it would make me very unpopular with the majority of Emmerdale fans because everyone loves Carl and Chas together.

"So I’m preparing myself for all the trouble it’s going to cause. It’s a great storyline and I have no idea how it will all turn out. There’s also the small matter of Chas. It’s going to take some doing for Carl to keep it from her.

"It would be a brave or a stupid man who tests Chas but Carl seems determined to give it a go and Eve certainly isn’t one to hold back. One thing’s for sure, if Chas does uncover Carl’s dirty secret he’ll be wise to sleep with one eye open!

"It’s a really juicy storyline to have been given and there’s lots of naughtiness coming up. Eve never ceases to amaze me. She’s a great character to play as she can be so shocking."

She added: "It’s been nearly six months since I joined Emmerdale and it’s just flown by. It’s hard work but I’m enjoying every minute of it and the soap is buzzing at the moment. There are so many huge storylines coming up and I can’t wait to see how it all turns out with Eve and Carl.

"But whatever happens you know that with Eve and Chas being at the centre of it all it’s going to be very dramatic. It’s not going to be an easy time for Carl at all. I know the affair goes on well into the autumn and there are going to be a few twists and turns before it all reaches a climax this Christmas."

Guess it is not going to be a happy Christmas for all in Emmerdale, but then it would be wrong in soapland for that to happen :p

Suzanne Shaw has announced that she is to leave Emmerdale after more than a year with the soap.

The actress joined the cast of the ITV1 show in January 2010, taking on the role of flirtatious Eve Jenson. She made her first appearance in the village a few months later.

However, in a statement released on Emmerdale's official website this evening, the mother-of-one confirmed that she has decided to bow out from the programme for the sake of her family.

She said: "Playing Eve has been a wonderful experience for me. I have had the opportunity to work with some incredibly talented people and to learn from them.

"After much soul-searching, we decided that as a family we wanted to be based in one place at this point in our lives. My family must come first and I have therefore decided to leave the show in the summer.

"I have thoroughly enjoyed playing the role of Eve and have been lucky to have had some incredible storylines and I'll terribly miss the cast and crew."

Eve proved popular with the village's male residents when she arrived last year, but it was her affair with Carl King (Tom Lister) that had the biggest impact on life in Emmerdale - infuriating the businessman's partner Chas Dingle and leading to a Christmas Day wedding showdown.

Emmerdale's series producer Stuart Blackburn commented: "Suzanne has been a valued and respected member of cast and was at the forefront of one of our biggest stories last year. She has a real presence on screen and will be greatly missed. However, we fully understand her decision and wish her all the best for the future."

DS

Excellent News

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by alan45

Excellent News

---

Yes she should take Kelly and Katie with her

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by lizann

Yes she should take Kelly and Katie with her

---

couldn't put it better myself.

Other than the story with Carl. She not really done much. I thought her and Kelly might cause some trouble for Carl and Jimmy. But that has failed. Both are boring. If Katie smiled the mirrors all round Emmerdale would crack.

Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has confirmed that she will be appearing in pantomime this Christmas, taking on the lead role in a production of Cinderella.

The actress, who plays flirtatious Eve Jenson on the ITV1 soap, will take to the stage at the Manchester Opera House throughout December.

According to The Guide, the theatre show will run from December 3 to 31, also featuring Pineapple Dance Studios star Louie Spence in the role of Dandini.

Shaw commented: "I am really excited and looking forward to playing Cinderella in Manchester later in the year. I know it's going to be lots of fun playing alongside Louie Spence."

Shaw recently announced her decision to leave Emmerdale after more than a year with the soap. Her final scenes will air within the next few months.

Yesterday, it was confirmed that EastEnders star Shane Richie will also be appearing in pantomime this year, leading the cast of Aladdin at the Cliffs Pavilion Theatre in Essex.

DS

Suzanne Shaw has revealed that she is expecting a quiet Emmerdale departure for her character Eve Jenson.

Last month, the actress announced that she had decided to leave the ITV1 soap for family reasons.

Speaking to Digital Spy on the red carpet at the British Soap Awards, Shaw confirmed that Eve is likely to make a quiet exit despite the trouble she has previously caused in the village.

The star explained: "I'd love to come back at some point, maybe in a few years when things are a little bit more settled for us. You never know. I wouldn't want it [to be] too dramatic. Thankfully, they're not killing me off, so I do have the option to come back."

Asked if there could be fresh twists ahead for Eve and Carl King (Tom Lister), she replied: "Maybe not this time round, but maybe the time after if I come back!"

Shaw also confirmed that she films her final Emmerdale scenes on July 1.

Quote:

---

Shaw also confirmed that she films her final Emmerdale scenes on July 1.

---

Roll on July 1st

She may film her last scene on 1st July but it could be end of August or into September before she's off the screen

Not seen so much of her lately anyway, guess she will feature a bit more in the build-up to her exit but we shall cope, I am sure :p

Emmerdale actress Suzanne Shaw has revealed that she quit the show so she could move back home.

The former Hear'Say star, who joined the ITV1 soap as Eve Jenson in 2010, admitted that she found it hard to settle into her rented Leeds home and thought it was the perfect opportunity to leave when her character's affair with Carl King (Tom Lister) was exposed.

"I had such a massive storyline that once it ended I don't think they knew what to do with Eve," Shaw told the Daily Star Sunday. "At the same time I was feeling more and more unsettled. We still had our family home just outside of London but had rented a place in Leeds.

"My husband J was thinking about not renewing his contract with Radio Aire in Leeds and after weeks of discussing what we wanted I agreed to have a chat with my producers. I realised that I wanted to be based in one place. We'd moved our entire home up to Leeds.

"In my head, I knew I was going back at some point because we still had our house in Buckinghamshire and I couldn't settle. I really wanted my son to be based in one place and realised we needed to go back home."

She met with Emmerdale producers and they all agreed that it was the right time for Eve to leave the village after all the trouble she had caused.

Shaw, who will be starring in a pantomime production of Cinderella this Christmas, added that she'd had a "phenomenal time" on the soap and "met amazing people".

SUZANNE SHAW agonised over her decision to quit Emmerdale and hasn’t ruled out a dramatic return.

As soap fans prepare to watch the babe leave the village she admitted the time was right to move her family back home.

In an exclusive interview with the Daily Star Sunday, the former West End and Hear’Say star revealed how she was having trouble settling at her rented home in Leeds.

So when the affair between her scheming character Eve Jenson and wealthy businessman Carl King (Tom Lister) came to a head at Christmas Suzanne found herself thinking more about leaving.

After speaking to her bosses everyone agreed there was little more they could do with minx Eve because most of the village hated her.

Bubbly Suzanne, 29, said: “I had such a massive storyline that once it ended I don’t think they knew what to do with Eve. At the same time I was feeling more and more unsettled. We still had our family home just outside of London but had rented a place in Leeds.

“My husband J was thinking about not renewing his contract with Radio Aire in Leeds and after weeks of discussing what we wanted I agreed to have a chat with my producers.

“I realised that I wanted to be based in one place. We’d moved our entire home up to Leeds.

“In my head, I knew I was going back at some point because we still had our house in Buckinghamshire and I couldn’t settle.

“I kept looking at all the furniture and thinking, ‘I’ve got to pack this all up again’. I really wanted my son to be based in one place and realised we needed to go back home.

“When I sat down with my producers we all agreed that Eve had gone as far as she could go. There was really no coming back from everything that had happened.

“It was a really hard decision to make.

“Emmerdale is such a massive soap, I had a phenomenal time, met amazing people, worked with a very talented cast, crew and producers.”

As we revealed last week mum-of-one Suzanne, who is wed to radio DJ Jason “JK” King, has been getting her teeth into her new company, King And Queen PR, since leaving the hit rural soap.

But having already signed up to appear alongside Louie Spence in panto there’s only one thing on Bury-born Suzanne’s mind – to get Edna Birch (Emmerdale legend Shirley Stelfox) in the audience.

Suzanne, who had a great time posing in the bath for our exclusive photoshoot, added: “It was such an honour to play Edna’s grand-daughter.

“Shirley admitted that she wasn’t that keen on the idea of me playing her grand-daughter because of my pop background. But that all changed as soon as we got to know each other and she actually apologised for ever
thinking it wouldn’t work out.

“She was one of the first people who I told that I was leaving. It was hard as we’d grown so close and I miss her loads. We still speak all the time and I’m going to make it my mission to get her to our panto.

“It’s not really her thing but it would be great seeing her in the audience.”

Emmerdale fans can watch Suzanne’s departure from the soap on Tuesday.

Former Emmerdale star Suzanne Shaw has reflected on her decision to leave the soap, explaining that she made the right choice by bowing out.

The actress and mother-of-one filmed her final scenes as Eve Jenson earlier this year in order to return to her family home in Buckinghamshire full-time.

Reflecting on her soap exit, Shaw told OK Extra: "That was a massive decision. It was such a fantastic job but you need to know when it's the right time to leave. I'd gone as far as I could with the character. She wasn't liked in the village. She was just a complete man-eater! But we knew our home in Buckinghamshire was where we wanted to be as a family.

"I miss the people more than anything. But apart from that, I feel like it's the right thing."

Discussing the pressures of the job, she continued: "I commuted a lot and that wasn't right for me. I was severely homesick and feeling terribly guilty as a mother. We moved there for the last six months and it was a lot better. But I knew it wasn't a forever place."

Shaw's Emmerdale exit storyline saw Eve leave the village to live in Mexico.

Former Hear'Say star Suzanne Shaw and her DJ husband Jason King are to separate.
The couple were an item for three years before they announced their engagement in August 2008.
They wed in in Christchurch, Dorset, in June 2009.
In a joint statement, the pair said: "We had a wonderful time together and have great memories but constantly working away from each other added a lot of pressure and we have ended up growing apart.
"We are still friends and will be making sure we still have family time together for our son's sake."
Suzanne, 30, used to be in a relationship with actor and singer Darren Day.
He left her on Mother's Day in 2005 only weeks after she had given birth to their son Corey, saying: "I don't do family."
Jason, 37, is of former JK and Joel fame on Radio 1.

PA