In a deeply emotional Emmerdale episode aired on Friday, the village witnessed a devastating double exit as two beloved characters bid farewell to their homes and families. After 13 years, Amelia Spencer, played by Daisy Campbell, officially said her goodbyes, but she wasn’t alone. Alongside her departure, shocking news from a returning character left the village reeling, and viewers were left to process the emotional fallout. To make matters even more intense, a long-lost character made a surprise return, bringing a new twist to Amelia’s exit storyline.

Amelia’s journey in Emmerdale took a heartbreaking turn when, after a tumultuous period, she decided it was time to leave the village for good. Just before her departure, the audience was shocked by the return of Daz Spencer, Amelia’s estranged biological father, who hadn’t been seen in the village for five years. Although it seemed that Amelia had not been in touch with Daz, the two had actually been in regular contact, and they had grown closer in recent months. Amelia revealed her plan to move away with her daughter, Esther, to live with Daz and start anew. This news sent ripples through the village, especially to her loved ones, who were left reeling by her sudden decision.

Amelia’s decision wasn’t easy. Her close friend and former stepmother, Carrie Wyatt, tried to talk her out of leaving, but after a heart-to-heart conversation with Belle Dingle, Amelia was certain that this was the right choice for her and her daughter. The emotional scenes reached a peak as Daz returned to the village to help Amelia pack up her belongings and take her to her new home. The departure was made all the more emotional as Amelia said her tearful goodbyes to her friends, hugging Carrie and leaving behind the life she had known in the village.

As Amelia drove off into the sunset for a fresh start, viewers were left with a bittersweet sense of closure. Her exit marked the end of a chapter for both the character and actress Daisy Campbell, who had been with the show since 2011. In a candid interview with The Mirror, Campbell shared her mixed emotions about leaving the show, saying, “It feels really sad, it’s mixed emotions really. I think it’s been such a tough year, and I’ve had to deal with so much, but I was at peace when leaving because I’ve grieved.” She added, “I’m not just grieving for myself, but also for a character that I’ve always played. This is my first job since I was seven, so it’s been a big part of my life. It felt sad, but it’s also nice to close the door and be at peace, knowing it’s time.”

Reflecting on her emotional final scenes, Campbell said filming her exit felt surreal, especially during the first week of shooting. “It was really emotional because Mark Jordan, who plays Daz, came back. It was lovely to see him again, and that was really emotional,” she explained. “And whenever I work with Laura Norton, who plays Carrie, she’s so good at evoking emotion. The way she cries makes me cry!” However, Campbell admitted that by the second week of filming, she had become more accustomed to saying goodbye. “I was dreading my last filming block because I really hate crying in front of people unless it’s for a scene. But I didn’t cry as much as I thought I would. I was actually quite proud of myself. I didn’t get teary once that week, but it was still incredibly emotional.”

Amelia’s exit has left fans of Emmerdale reflecting on her growth over the years, and her departure feels like the end of an era for her character. The return of Daz and the emotional weight of the farewell scene have left many viewers teary-eyed and unsure of what to expect next. As Amelia drives off to start a new life with Daz and Esther, the impact of her departure will resonate with fans for a long time.

As for Campbell, her emotional exit marks the end of an era for Emmerdale, but with her career ahead of her, fans are eager to see what new challenges and opportunities lie in store for the talented actress.