Joe Gill, famed for his role as the endearing Finn Barton on ITV's Emmerdale , is turning heads with a drastically revamped appearance, seven years following his poignant departure from the much-loved British soap. Beloved by fans during his tenure from 2013 until Finn's heart-wrenching farewell in 2017, viewers will recall the shocking twist of fate where he was accidentally shot by his own mother Emma Barton, culminating in a tear-jerking hospital death scene. Far removed from Finn's signature bespectacled look and preppy shirts, Joe now exudes rugged charm with chiselled features that are thrown into sharp relief thanks to discarding both his razor and his iconic spectacles.
Fans got a glimpse of Joe's outdoorsy new style on Instagram , showcasing him enjoying rural bliss in a smart hat teamed with a vibrant red fleece. Looking back on his time at Emmerdale , Joe conveyed heartfelt gratitude in a touching departure message. He paid tribute to his co-stars and fans, saying: "The four years I have spent in Emmerdale have been the best of my life and I couldn't have asked for better people to be around," reports Leeds Live.
With an affectionate nod to his castmates and crew, he concluded: "Thank you so much to the production team, the crew, the cast and of course my on-screen family. It is something I will always look at with great pride when I think of the show and the character I played." Joe extended his gratitude to his supporters, stating: "And thank you to the viewers f.