Emmerdale fans work out which character returns to save Paddy Kirk after suicide plan

2023-03-03

Emmerdale's Paddy Kirk left viewers in tears during Thursday's heartbreaking hour-long episode of the ITV soap as the village vet contemplated suicide.

Paddy Kirk, played by actor Dominic Brunt, 52, has been facing a battle with his mental health recently. It comes after his wife, Chas, had an affair with Al Chapman, who was murdered after the adultery came to light.

Paddy's family and friends hope that he's settling back into his everyday life after spending several weeks away. However, as Paddy reconnects with each of them in turn, they're unaware that he's saying his last goodbyes.

It's only when Paddy disappears again and his father Bear finds a worrying note that everyone realises he's planning to take his own life. The villagers immediately rush into action, hoping to find him before it's too late.

And fans are convinced Aaron Dingle, played by Danny Miller, might return to the soap to help Paddy with his ongoing battle with his mental health.

Aaron always saw Paddy as a father figure when he was married to his mum Chas, and fans believe could be returning to the Yorkshire Dales when he learns about Paddy's suicide plan.

One person said on Twitter: "@DannyBMiller, please come back to the village! It's breaking my heart seeing Paddy going through this alone. Paddy helped Aaron – now it's time Aaron helps Paddy #Emmerdale."

Another wrote: "I keep saying this but if Aaron doesn't have some kind of involvement/mention in Paddy's storyline then the writers have missed a very important (and obvious) mark. #emmerdale."

A third person added: "Paddy!! Think of Aaron. You think he is happy in a foreign land. But really he would rather be with his family #Emmerdale."

They also expressed the thoughts on the episode over all, as they were amazed at Dominic's acting skills.

One person said: "Paddy's storyline is heart-breaking @dominicbrunt is incredible. If anyone is struggling with their mental health please talk to someone. #mentalhealth #Emmerdale #itsokaytonotbeokay x"

A second said: "Paddy saying his goodbyes #Emmerdale," followed by a crying emoji. Claire said: "Paddy saying his goodbyes is heartbreaking #emmerdale."

Another penned: "This is pretty devastating with Paddy. Not the easiest of watches #Emmerdale."

The ITV soap working closely with the Samaritans and Andy’s Man Club since August to ensure the scenes accurately "shine a light on male mental health", producer Laura Shaw said.

Speaking about collaborating with the charities and doing his own research into the subject, Dominic said: "Not only has it been inspirational, but it’s been pitch black dark and it’s made me appreciate what I have. I feel I have mental fortitude and my life kind of sails along here.

"Speaking to people where life has hit them so hard from left field, nobody has asked for this, it has been really shocking. Everyone that has come through the other side of it has always said: ‘I’m glad I spoke to someone, talking saved me’ … It’s been incredible really.

"I felt a huge sense of responsibility on my shoulders to try and get it right so I’ve done my best, but I felt very looked-after and very involved and it made me trust the whole process."

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