Ruby’s daughter and dad finally arrive in Emmerdale – and there’s going to be fireworks
The Miligan family is about to get much bigger
The family of Caleb and Ruby Fox-Miligan is set to get much bigger when two new members arrive in Emmerdale. The soap has teased that Caleb and Ruby share an estranged daughter together. The mysterious Steph is the name on everyone’s lips – with fan speculation rife about who she is and where she could be.
And, as Ruby learned that her (also estranged) mother had died, the soap teased that she had a dad too. One who, it was implied, didn’t approve of her relationship with Caleb. All these stories of estranged daughters and disapproving dads left fans wondering what exactly went down.
Wonder no more: Ruby’s daughter and dad will arrive in Emmerdale later on this month! But who are they, and what does their arrival mean for Caleb and Ruby?
Emmerdale introduces new family for Caleb and Ruby
Played by Georgia Jay, notes describe daughter Steph as ‘smart, confident and completely reckless.’ Estranged Steph hasn’t seen either parent in over a decade – and shares all the best and worst parts of their personalities.
How will she react when she comes face-to-face with her mum and dad again?
“I am thrilled to be joining the cast of Emmerdale. The cast and crew have all been so welcoming and I’m very excited to see what lies ahead for Steph, given her intriguing backstory,” said star Georgia.
Grandad Anthony joins Steph in this family reunion. Played by The Crown and Minder star Nicholas Day, Anthony seems charismatic and mellow to onlookers. However, he completes an unwelcome family reunion which will leave Ruby reeling.
“I’ve been made so welcome in the Emmerdale family. And my screen family is great to work with, the scenes just fly. No kidding – I feel blessed,” Nicholas said.
Emmerdale producer teases Miligan family history
Speaking on the new casting, Emmerdale producer Sophie Roper said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming Nicholas and Georgia to Emmerdale as part of the Miligan family.”
She continued: “With so much yet to discover about Ruby, the arrival of her father and daughter will unlock her past and see Ruby and Caleb tested in ways we’ve never seen before. With two actors of such great calibre, they’re certainly set to make their mark on the Dales.”
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