Actress who plays Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale, has been inundated with messages of support after she marked an important milestone on social media this week Emmerdale spoilers, news and interviews sent straight to your inbox for free We have more newsletters Emmerdale spoilers, news and interviews sent straight to your inbox for free We have more newsletters Soap sensation Lisa Riley received an outpouring of love and support from fans this week as she celebrated a significant personal achievement. Known for her enduring portrayal of Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale, the actress has been a part of the show since 1995 and remains one of its central figures. Recently, her character Mandy became embroiled in a compelling plot after marrying Paddy Kirk.

Offscreen, Lisa engages with her followers on Instagram where she shares glimpses into her life beyond the television drama. In a recent heartfelt post, she disclosed to fans that she's been sober for nine years. Her heartfelt caption read: "9 YEARS SOBER TODAY.

" Elaborating on her sobriety journey, she shared: "9 years of filling my cup with anything other than alcohol...

When I decided to go sober, I never knew how long it would last, feeling pressures from others as to why!!! Well here’s why...

I feel FANTASTIC, I feel FREE, I don’t feel FAKE, I’m so much more HAPPY in my life, and I surround myself with POSITIVITY not diluted drivel and endless drama...

To everyone (you know who you are) who support me constantly, I love you...

cheer.