Actor Chris Coghill is about to return to Emmerdale simply three months after his ITV soap exit.
The star, who first appeared as Kev Townsend again in September 2025 and performed the position till his departure in January 2026, will reprise the half later this 12 months. The serial drama has teased in a press launch that his “new business venture is sure to stir up trouble for the locals”.
But what precisely is ‘A Slice of Kev-en’? It appears to be some form of cellular café, which is sure to ruffle Nicola King’s (Nicola Wheeler) feathers!
The character, who’s the estranged husband of Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) and organic father of Lewis Barton (Bradley Riches) – a truth he’s saved secret – was final seen narrowly escaping the clutches of serial killer John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth).
Kev had grow to be entangled in John’s plot to kill Robert, however finally warned Aaron (Danny Miller) that John posed a hazard to him and Robert, after which fled the Dales.
Emmerdale producer Laura Shaw mentioned in an announcement that “Chris is most definitely back by popular demand”.
She added: “With Kev’s son, Lewis, in the village still unaware of who his father is, it’s safe to say that there’s a lot of unfinished business and drama ahead.”
Coghill, who’s additionally recognized for his appearances in EastEnders, Shameless and Slow Horses, added: “I’m really pleased to be returning to Emmerdale, I had a brilliant time last year. Kev is a complex character that I love playing.”
He continued: “He has psychopathic tendencies but also an energy and vulnerability that I think makes him pretty unique. I’m properly looking forward to getting back at it.”
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