Emmerdale - Meet the Macey family
Emmerdale’s infamous country estate will be given a new lease of life in autumn 2010 when the glamorous Macey family sweep into the village ready to make their mark on Home Farm.
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Somewhat dysfunctional as a family, the Maceys have been estranged for a while, but for all their past differences, there is real warmth between this self-made family, who have worked their way up and remain proud of their roots...
Declan
(Jason Merrells)
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Headed up by handsome, self-assured tycoon Declan (Jason Merrells), the Maceys will descend upon the coveted country pile as the Wylde empire crumbles and are set to ring the changes as they make their presence felt in the village.
Dermot
(Frank Kelly)
Declan’s eccentric and quick-witted father, Dermot, turns up at Home Farm when his houseboat sinks! It soon becomes clear that Dermot has a mischievous streak and a knack for winding his son up the wrong way. Dermot will be played by celebrated actor Frank Kelly (Father Jack from comedy series Father Ted). Frank says: “I’m delighted to be joining Emmerdale, I’m a big fan of the show so I’m looking forward to making myself at home in the Woolpack! Dermot‘s a real character and I can’t wait to get started.”
Ella
(Corrinne Wicks)
Declan’s vivacious ex-wife, Ella quickly makes herself at home in his bachelor pad. Sexy and savvy, she flies in from Singapore where she runs a lucrative chain of nail bars, and makes it clear she’s determined to get her man back. Ella will be played by Corrinne Wicks, best known for playing Doctor Helen Thompson in Doctors. Corrinne says: “I’m so thrilled to be joining the fantastic cast of Emmerdale. Ella is going to be great fun she’s feisty and glamorous with a no- nonsense attitude. I can’t wait to get started as the Maceys make their mark on the dales.”
Mia
(Sapphire Elia)
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Hot on her mother’s heels is their fun-loving and carefree daughter, Mia, played by Sapphire Elia (Britannia High). Sassy and confident, Mia knows her own mind and is set to turn a few heads upon her arrival in the village. Sapphire says: “I’m so excited. Emmerdale is such an established and well loved show and it’s a brilliant opportunity for me. Mia is full of fun and I can’t wait to see what she’s going to get up to.”
When will the new characters first appear?
Ella will arrive on screen on Wednesday 17th November 2010. Hot on her heels will be daughter Mia on Monday 29th November and her adorable grandfather Dermot will add some festive cheer when he moves into Home Farm on Tuesday 21st December.
