Emmerdale remains silent on Aaron Anthony’s exit demands

Emmerdale has refused to comment on claims actor Aaron Anthony is leaving the soap.

The Sun writes that Anthony, who has played Ellis Chapman since 2019, has decided to leave the show at the end of his current contract following reports of a racism complaint on set, which was reported for the first time last month.

The publication claims Anthony made the decision after feeling “angry” about the alleged incident, in which a mixed-race actress was upset over an “inappropriate comment” made on set in October. His accent would also have been imitated.

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Actors Matthew Wolfenden, who plays David Metcalfe, and Isabel Hodgins, who plays Victoria Barton, have both been absent from filming since the allegations were made. Neither actor has publicly addressed the report, but The Sun previously wrote that they have categorically denied all allegations.

ITV has not commented on the report on Anthony’s departure, and digital spy contacted the star’s personal representatives for further clarification.

Following reports of the racism complaint, an Emmerdale spokesperson previously said digital spy: “While we never comment on individual cases, Emmerdale has robust policies in place to deal with any allegations brought to our attention and take appropriate action.”

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Anthony took over the role of Ellis from previous actor Asan N’Jie and was involved in some major storylines during his time on the soap.

He is currently trying to support his on-again, off-again love interest Priya Kotecha (Fiona Wade) after suffering severe burns in the corn maze fire during Adventure Week, while he continues to have a strained relationship with his father, Al Chapman (Michael Wildman). .

Fiona recently spoke to digital spy about Ellis and Priya’s potential future, saying, “I think there are genuine feelings there, it’s just that everything continues to get in the way of them, which is really sad.

“I always say it’s a soap opera, so I don’t know if there will be any happily ever after moments, but of course I love working with Aaron Anthony, who is great. It would be great if Priya was happy . and I found love again and it lasted, but who knows?

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on ITV, with an extra episode at 8pm on Thursdays.

Watch: Aaron Anthony stars as Ellis Chapman in Emmerdale

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