First look as legendary nineties soap star joins Emmerdale cast for Christmas special
EMMERDALE has revealed the first look at a nineties soap legend joining the cast for Christmas.
The ITV soap has confirmed The Sun’s exclusive story that a Neighbours icon has joined the show.
Actor Jason Donovan – who shot to fame as Scott Robinson in Australian soap Neighbours – has filmed an appearance in the ITV show.
Filming has taken place on the Emmerdale set in Leeds, when Jason performed one of his classic hits to a packed out Woolpack as a surprise for Lydia Dingle, played by Karen Blick.
Jason said: “I’m incredibly excited to have been asked to make a cameo appearance in Emmerdale as myself.
“Filming was great fun and all of the cast and crew were extremely welcoming.
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“Singing in the Woolpack set was definitely an experience I won’t forget.”
Emmerdale producer, Laura Shaw, said: “We were delighted that Jason agreed to join us for this episode.
“Not only is Lydia Dingle a big fan of his, there was a real buzz on set that day.
“I hope the viewers enjoy his cameo as much as the Emmerdale family did.”