EMMERDALE legend Michael Parr is set to return to the Dales as Ross Barton six years after he quit. Actor Michael, who first joined Emmerdale in 2013 is set to reappear on screen later this year. The character has been away for six years, and in true Emmerdale fashion, his return is expected to be ‘explosive’.
Excited viewers are eager to see how he will reunite with Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb). Moira, who is battling a brain tumour, will need all the help she can get. Yet viewers will remember there is bad blood between them as Moira actually killed Ross' mum, Emma (Gillian Kearney).
In an interview with Th e Radio Times, Natalie hinted that that his return will ‘cause trouble’. "I've been speaking to the producers and there's going to be quite a few explosive moments," she teased. "Although not in the literal sense after the last barn fire! Let's just say there will be a few surprises along the way.
.." In 2018, Ross left the village with Rebecca and baby Seb for a fresh start in Liverpool after a five-year stint.
But now he is back - and expect fireworks. Since his exit, Michael has had roles in various dramas, including The Long Shadow, but is now excited to return to Emmerdale. The show's fans started speculating after a playful video was posted on Emmerdale's social media platforms.
The caption on Emmerdale's post read: "Brad's on the hunt for a returning cast member...
but who is it?! #Emmerdale @itv @itvxofficial @wearestv." This led to frantic fans speculati.