Is Jeff Hordley leaving Emmerdale as Cain Dingle after 25 years? Fans have been concerned lately that the iconic Dingle bad boy is heading for an exit.

Joining Emmerdale way back in 2000, Jeff is celebrating his 25th year on the soap. Despite taking a few years away from 2006 – 2009, he has been a constant in the village.

But as his current storyline has Cain tangled up in Anthony’s murder cover-up and his marriage heading downwards. So now fans are worried we’re going to lose him on our screens. But is this the case? Here is everything we know about Jeff Hordley leaving Emmerdale as Cain.

As of this current moment (February 26) there is no official confirmation that Jeff is leaving the Dales. And there is also no reports that suggest otherwise. So it looks like fan concerns can be put to rest.

Jeff himself recently appeared on This Morning to talk about the huge limo crash that claimed the lives of three loved characters. And in the interview, he admitted it’s “been a wonderful ride”.

Speaking about his years on the soap, Jeff said: “I remember joining for two years. Then two years turned into six years. I took a little break then I came back.

“But it’s been a wonderful ride and I’m really proud to still be here to be honest. Especially with all of these characters who are going.”

Looking at his character’s story arc’s over the years, Jeff agreed that Cain “isn’t boring”, adding that “he’s not someone who would go to the cafe to order a cup of tea”.

Why are fans convinced Cain will leave?

A few months ago, while Moira was in brain surgery, Cain had a one night stand with Ruby. And while we all tried to block it from our memories, the truth has just come out.

Moira clearly isn’t happy about it all, and while actress Natalie J Robb believes Cain and Moira are the real deal, fans are worried they’re headed for divorce.

Then on top of that Caleb tried to frame Cain for Anthony’s murder – which didn’t work out for him. But as the brothers continue to be against each other, fans are worried Caleb may do something sinister to Cain.

If you also watch Classic Emmerdale episodes that air every day on ITV3 then Cain will have just left the village. And so perhaps fans are worried the timing will line up with the new episodes.

But fear not. There are currently no reasons for fans to think Jeff Hordley is leaving Emmerdale as Cain. And we are glad!

Of course it’s Soap Land and things can change very quickly, but as for now, erase the fears that we’re losing Cain.