In a surprising twist, Tina Dingle has made her long-awaited return to Emmerdale, a character

that has been absent since Christmas 1998 when she left the Dales for London, leaving her family

behind. Fans were thrilled to see Tina back on screen, but the excitement

was tinged with confusion as the role is now being played by Samantha Power, not the original actress, Jacqueline Chadwick.

Jacqueline, who portrayed Tina from 1996 to 1998, has expressed her disappointment over not being approached to reprise her iconic role. In her two years on the show, Tina made a significant impact on the village, enduring dramatic storylines including a kidnapping by her former fiancé Luke and a tumultuous exit when she refused to marry Frank Tate.

The recent scenes featuring Tina’s return stirred a wave of nostalgia among viewers, who were puzzled by Jacqueline’s absence. Many fans believed she was the perfect choice to bring the emotional character back to the series. Following the announcement of Tina’s return, speculation arose that Jacqueline had not been invited back, prompting her to take to social media to clarify the situation.

In her heartfelt tweet, Jacqueline confirmed that Emmerdale’s bosses never approached her about returning to the show, wishing Samantha Power all the best in her new role. “Great character, great show,” she wrote. “I loved playing her, and I’m sure she will too. It’s a fantastic cast to be a part of, but no, they didn’t ask me.”

Samantha responded graciously to Jacqueline’s message, thanking her for the kind words. However, many fans were left disappointed by the casting decision, voicing their belief that the original actress should have been invited back to the role. Comments flooded in, with fans expressing their sentiments about Jacqueline’s impactful portrayal. “Nothing against the new actress, but they should have asked you back. You were outstanding,” one fan tweeted. Another echoed this sentiment, reminiscing about how much they loved Tina during her original run.

Jacqueline’s absence has been met with frustration from the fanbase, who feel that having the original Tina back would have been a fitting tribute to the character’s legacy. One fan lamented, “To not have the courtesy to ask you back is pretty poor. Tina was iconic; it would have been awesome to have the original back.” Another chimed in, stating, “It’s a big shame you weren’t able to play the part. It doesn’t seem the same without you.”

Samantha’s debut as Tina began with her arrival in the village for Zack Dingle’s funeral, where she shared emotional scenes with her on-screen siblings. However, the sorrow quickly shifted to tension when Tina attempted to claim any money left to her, only to be rebuffed by the grieving Dingles, who made it clear she was not included in Zack’s will.

As the storyline unfolds, viewers are left to grapple with the changes and the emotional depth of Tina’s character. Jacqueline’s legacy as Tina Dingle remains strong in the hearts of many fans, and her recent comments have sparked a conversation about the importance of honoring iconic characters and their original portrayals.

Stay tuned as the drama continues to unfold in Emmerdale, with the new Tina navigating the complex dynamics of the Dingle family while fans reminisce about the beloved Jacquelin