Ursula Holden-Gill, known for her role as Alice Dingle on Emmerdale,
has made a remarkable transformation both personally and professionally
since her character’s emotional farewell from the show in 2006. Alice’s
storyline concluded with her poignant decision to carry her son to term despite a terminal cancer diagnosis, leaving fans deeply moved. After leaving Emmerdale, Ursula shifted to teaching, storytelling, and later earned qualifications as a drama therapist in 2022, specializing in family trauma.
Embracing a passion for community support, she now serves as a family celebrant, conducting personalized ceremonies and donating her earnings to Compassion in World Farming. Known for her iconic red hair on the show, Ursula now wears a lighter, chin-length style. Her evolution reflects a journey dedicated to growth, charity, and lasting impact well beyond her soap days.
