In a truly shocking Emmerdale development, fans are in for an emotional rollercoaster as Amy Walsh, who plays Tracy Robinson, has revealed a major plot twist was kept secret from everyone—including herself—for months. The heartbreaking storyline unfolds next week as Tracy’s dark secret finally comes to light, but what’s even more jaw-dropping is that the actress herself was left completely in the dark until shortly before filming the crucial scenes.

Next week’s episodes will see Tracy’s financial struggles take center stage as villagers finally uncover that she’s been stealing money from Eric Pollard’s shop. But viewers and characters alike were not the only ones blindsided—Amy Walsh admitted that she only learned about Tracy’s criminal acts right before having to act them out on camera. The storyline had been developing behind the scenes without her knowledge, echoing the very secrecy her character maintained in the village.

The twist dates back to February when a flashback scene revealed Tracy had been pinching cash from the till. What began as taking a few notes here and there quickly escalated into theft totaling over £2,000. Fans were stunned by the revelation, but it turns out Amy was just as shocked. She explained that producers chose not to tell her what Tracy had been doing until the last minute, mirroring the dramatic tension and buildup in the storyline itself.

Amy shared insight into her character’s mindset, explaining that Tracy has been drowning in financial difficulty ever since her husband vanished. With no financial support and a child to care for, Tracy reached a breaking point. Amy describes her character’s desperation as a slow burn: “She’s getting no money or help, and everything’s gone up. She just broke under the pressure.”

Tracy’s confession to Leila Harding last month was the first time the audience caught wind of what had really been happening, and now next week, the truth explodes when Eric and Tracy’s sister Vanessa finally learn the full extent of the betrayal. Although spoilers are keeping the aftermath hush-hush, Amy hinted that the emotional fallout will be significant.

Speaking about the fallout, Amy said, “I think Tracy always knew her secret would come out eventually. Maybe she even hoped Eric would understand—he’s been like a father figure to her.” She added that Eric’s kindness and vulnerability, especially given his health struggles, intensify Tracy’s guilt. “He’s constantly telling her how much he depends on her in the shop, and that just breaks her even more.”

Amy also hinted that Vanessa is Tracy’s only real support system left, saying, “She literally doesn’t have anyone else to turn to.” As viewers brace for the explosive reveal, it’s clear Tracy’s world is about to shatter—and the emotional fallout will ripple through the village.

Tune in next week to witness the devastating consequences of Tracy’s secret life, as Emmerdale delivers one of its most gut-wrenching twists yet.