Actress Emily Head, best known for her role as Carli D’Amato (Simon’s long-time love interest) in E4 sitcom Inbetweeners, has only gone and bagged herself a role in Emmerdale!
Joining the soap as the feisty sister of Chrissie White, Rebecca White, she's guaranteed to stir up a lot of trouble especially as this isn’t the first time we’ve heard Rebecca’s name – the White family bang on about her alllll the time…
Her first scenes are due to be aired in October – excited?
In images teasing her arrivial on the Dales, Rebecca is seen walking away from a helicopter looking absolutely fabulous.
Will the Emmerdale folk be blown away by her? Or will they welcome her as one of their own?
Speaking about her transition from sitcom to soap, Emily said: “I am really looking forward to joining the Emmerdale cast, and so excited to be the one to put a face to the name Rebecca White.
“I can’t wait to see how the village reacts to her arrival.”
Series producer Iain MacLeod also aired his excitement at introducing Rebecca to the viewers.
He said: “The character of Rebecca is a brilliant addition to the village.
“She’s funny, feisty and flirtatious – she might turn your fella’s head but, importantly, she has a good heart.
“Emily couldn’t be more perfect for this role and we’re delighted to have her aboard – the chemistry between her and our regulars is already electric.”
We can’t wait for a potential showdown between the two sassy sisters!
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