In a surprising and emotional twist that has left fans both heartbroken and intrigued, Emmerdale actress Daisy Campbell—best known for playing Amelia Spencer—has made headlines following her dramatic departure from the beloved soap. Now, she’s making waves once again, this time off-screen, with a bold new look and some personal revelations that have viewers talking.
After portraying Amelia Spencer for over a decade, Daisy’s exit from the long-running ITV series in December came as a shock. Having joined the cast in 2011 at just seven years old, her character grew up on screen, earning a devoted fan base who followed Amelia’s journey through both heartwarming and turbulent storylines. Her final moments on the show were packed with emotion, as Amelia made the life-changing decision to leave the fictional village of Emmerdale behind.
Her character’s departure was triggered by the unexpected return of her on-screen father, Daz Spencer—played by Mark Jordan—who hadn’t been seen in five years. Although it appeared Amelia had been estranged from Daz, the show revealed they had secretly been keeping in touch. Reuniting with her father, Amelia chose to start fresh, moving away with her baby daughter, Esther, to begin a new life with Daz.
Speaking about her departure, Daisy opened up about the emotional weight of saying goodbye to the role that had defined much of her life. “I’m not only grieving for myself,” she told The Mirror. “It’s a character that I’ve always played. This was my first-ever job since I was seven, so it felt really sad. But then it was nice to close the door and be at peace because I’ve just allowed it to play out as it has this year.”
Now 21, Daisy has embraced the next chapter of her life with a refreshing sense of freedom and self-expression. Since leaving Emmerdale, she’s been active on social media, keeping fans updated on her post-soap adventures. In a recent Instagram post that took fans completely by surprise, Daisy unveiled a brand-new look—trading in her signature blonde locks for a vibrant pink wig, complete with a full fringe.
The eye-catching hair transformation was part of a night out with friends, which she documented in a fun and carefree photo carousel. Captioning the images with “Pink hair, sunny angels, best friends, food, wig, drunkenness,” Daisy gave followers a glimpse into the vibrant energy of her post-soap life. Alongside a mirror selfie and group shots with pals who also rocked similar wigs in different colors, Daisy’s new look sent fans into a frenzy.
Supporters flooded the comments section with praise and admiration. “I love the hair,” one fan wrote enthusiastically. Another chimed in, calling her “Pretty and pink,” while a third gushed, “Stunningly beautiful young lady.” The compliments kept rolling in, with one follower declaring, “You are absolutely gorgeous.”
Daisy’s transformation represents more than just a new hairstyle—it’s symbolic of a new era. Having spent the bulk of her childhood and teenage years on Emmerdale, she’s now stepping into adulthood with a fearless sense of individuality. While viewers will no doubt miss Amelia Spencer’s presence on the show, Daisy’s bold choices and bright personality ensure she won’t be forgotten any time soon.
Whether or not we’ll see Amelia return to Emmerdale in the future remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Daisy Campbell is making her mark, both on and off screen.
