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Legendary Chris Chittell has future on Emmerdale confirmed after nearly 40 years

  • Chris Chittell has signed a new contract to continue his role as Eric Pollard on Emmerdale, reaching his 40th year on screen in 2026.
  • Chittell's character, Eric Pollard, has faced significant storylines, including a Parkinson's disease diagnosis that began in 2023, which has affected his daily life.
  • While Emmerdale will reduce its episode count to five per week starting in January, Chittell will remain a key character.
  • Emmerdale has announced that full episodes will be available on YouTube from 7 am on the same day they air on TV.
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Emmerdale Chris Chittell's future confirmed after Pollard Parkinson's diagnosis

Doubt has been cast over Chris Chittell's future on Emmerdale after his character Eric Pollard was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

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Emmerdale legend is staying put as he signs new contract amid illness story

The actor will celebrate his 40th year on the soap in 2026, amid a serious illness storyline for his Emmerdale character.

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Legendary Chris Chittell has future on Emmerdale confirmed after nearly 40 years

Legendary Emmerdale star Chris Chittell has had his future on the ITV soap opera confirmed after nearly 40 years in the Dales.

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Emmerdale legend 'signs new contract' as ITV soap makes staff and episode cuts - The Mirror

Popular ITV soap Emmerdale has reportedly moved to renew the contract of one of the show's most iconic characters with a number of big storylines expected to follow

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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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