Emmerdale fans, prepare for some bittersweet news regarding one of the Dales’ most impactful new characters! Beth Cordingly, who burst onto the scene as Ruby Fox-Milligan last year, has revealed a surprising change of heart about her future on the ITV soap. It turns out her original plan for Ruby was very different, and this shift could have huge implications for Caleb and the entire Milligan family!

Ruby’s Future: From Short Stint to Long-Term Love?

When Beth Cordingly first joined Emmerdale as the fiery Ruby Fox-Milligan, she had a very clear timeline in mind. In a candid new interview with The Mirror, Cordingly confessed that she never intended to stay on the soap for more than a year! Her initial hesitation stemmed from the logistical challenges of commuting between Brighton, where she lives with her daughter, and the Emmerdale set in Leeds.

“The problem is I never intended to do more than a year,” she explained. “I took the job for lots of reasons… I didn’t know I would fall in love with it the way I have.”

But oh, how things have changed! That initial 12-month deadline has now passed, and Beth admits she’s completely “fallen in love” with her role and the Emmerdale experience. She attributes this unexpected affection to the “magical” atmosphere of the village and the incredible team spirit on set. “I don’t know if Emmerdale Village is built on a lay line or something, but there is something really magical about that place,” she shared. “When you walk into the building, it’s a well-oiled machine and all the departments like costume and makeup, they’re always upbeat. Some shows I’ve worked on, there has been more of a divide between crew and cast, but at Emmerdale, it’s very much one team.”

This is a huge development for Ruby’s character! It suggests that what was initially planned as a relatively short, impactful stint could now evolve into a much longer, more central role in the Emmerdale universe. What new dramas and storylines will unfold now that Ruby is here to stay, seemingly indefinitely?

High Praise for Caleb, and Awards Recognition!

Beyond her renewed commitment to the show, Beth Cordingly also had glowing praise for her on-screen husband, William Ash, who plays Caleb Milligan. She described him as “one of the best actors of his generation” and expressed how “incredibly lucky” she feels to be working with him. “Every day is just easy and joyous,” she added, highlighting their strong on-screen chemistry.

This undeniable chemistry didn’t go unnoticed. At the recent British Soap Awards, Beth Cordingly was nominated in the prestigious Best Leading Performer category, a testament to her rapid impact on the show. Furthermore, she and William Ash were jointly nominated for Best On-Screen Partnership, acknowledging the compelling dynamic they bring to the Milligan family.

While the Best Leading Performer award ultimately went to EastEnders star Lacy Turner, and the Best On-Screen Partnership was won by Rudolph Walker and Angela Wynter (who play Patrick and Yolande Trueman on EastEnders), Beth and William’s nominations are a strong indication of their popularity and the success of Ruby and Caleb’s complex relationship.

This news about Beth’s change of heart is certainly “Very Sad News” for anyone who might have hoped Ruby’s time in the Dales would be limited, but it’s fantastic news for fans who love her character and are eager to see more of the unpredictable Ruby Fox-Milligan stirring things up in Emmerdale! What do you think this extended stay means for Ruby and Caleb’s future, and what kind of trouble will she get into next?