Emmerdale fans are in for an intense and emotional storyline as Aaron Dingle
(played by Danny Miller) uncovers a dark secret about Ruby Fox-Miligan’s
(Beth Cordingly) father, Anthony (Nicholas Day).
This shocking revelation not only forces Aaron to confront painful memories from his past but also propels him toward a quest for vengeance.
Ruby’s discovery about her abusive past and the identity of her biological father will unravel an explosive narrative, leading to devastating consequences for Anthony.


Ruby has long carried a heavy burden of abuse that she has kept secret for years.

It was revealed last year that Ruby was sexually abused by her father, Anthony, during her childhood—a devastating truth that she has never shared with anyone. Seeking clarity about her past, Ruby recently took a DNA test to determine whether Caleb (William Ash) or Anthony is her biological father. This DNA test sets in motion a series of events that will expose Anthony’s horrific secret to the rest of the village.
As Ruby grapples with the painful weight of these revelations, her trauma becomes public knowledge. Her abuse is not just a part of her past; it is a dark secret that other residents of the village will soon learn about. With this truth now known, several villagers, including Aaron, will seek justice for Ruby, setting up a dramatic and heartbreaking confrontation.
Aaron Dingle’s Past Resurfaces
Aaron Dingle has his own history of abuse that makes him particularly sensitive to Ruby’s situation. As a child, Aaron was sexually abused by his biological father, Gordon Livesy. Gordon’s abusive behavior left deep scars on Aaron, which have shaped his life. When Gordon died by suicide in 2016 while in prison, Aaron was left with a mixture of anger and unresolved grief, feeling as though his father had taken the “coward’s way out” by ending his own life rather than facing justice.