The Dales are no stranger to drama, but Emmerdale’s newest troublemaker, Cammy Hadock, might’ve bitten off more than he can chew. Since his dramatic debut last month—stealing a quad bike from Moira’s farm—Cammy’s presence has shaken the village to its core. While he quickly developed a romance with Sarah Sugden, things are spiraling out of control, and the walls are closing in on him as the locals begin plotting his downfall.
Cammy’s bond with Sarah seemed like a fresh start for the rebellious newcomer, but their connection soon landed them in serious trouble. Sarah was recently arrested for handling stolen goods and locking Rodney in the back of a van—acts linked back to her entanglement with Cammy. Though initially standing by her, Cammy bolted when the consequences came knocking, leaving Sarah to face the music alone.
Despite his retreat, Cammy returned just as Sarah was released from police custody. Their reunion featured a heartfelt exchange, with Cammy learning about Sarah’s struggle with Fanconi anemia. He reassured her that her condition wouldn’t affect how he feels about her—words that seemed genuine and softened some hearts. But while Cammy might be trying to play the good guy, others aren’t convinced.
Enter Jacob Gallagher, Sarah’s ex-boyfriend, who still harbors unresolved feelings. Although Jacob was the one who ended things over Sarah’s health, seeing her with Cammy has ignited jealousy and resentment. In an impulsive move, Jacob reported what he believed to be Cammy’s involvement in another vehicle theft—only to realize later that it was Sarah behind the wheel. His attempt at revenge backfired, revealing that Cammy had already abandoned Sarah when her crimes came to light.
But Jacob isn’t giving up. In a twist that could spell doom for Cammy, he confided in Charity Dingle—Sarah’s fiercely protective grandmother. Sharing his wish to win Sarah back, Jacob found an unlikely ally in Charity, who proposed a devious plan: team up and drive Cammy out of the village for good. “Maybe we can work together on this,” she hinted. “Get him out of her life once and for all.” With that, the gears are turning for Cammy’s potential exit.
Though the villagers are beginning to close ranks against him, Cammy still has his supporters. Fans have taken to social media to express their love for the chemistry between Cammy and Sarah, with many arguing their bond is more authentic than her previous relationship with Jacob. One viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Sarah and Cammy are so much better than Sarah and Jacob were.”
Meanwhile, Chips, the actor portraying Cammy, has opened up about his excitement in joining the Emmerdale cast. “I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better job,” he shared. “Cammy is such an exciting character to play. He definitely ruffles a few feathers, but he has the gift of the gab. Even though he causes mischief, I think it’ll be hard not to like him.”
Still, with enemies like Charity and Jacob plotting against him, Cammy’s days in the Dales could be numbered. Whether he can talk his way out of this one—or if the villagers will finally succeed in driving him out—remains to be seen. One thing’s for sure: Emmerdale’s about to get even more explosive.
