Emmerdale viewers saw the transformation of Andy Sugden from a troubled foster kid to a man who’s caught in a web of heartbreak, crime, and family quarrels. The character was played by Kelvin Fletcher, who in 2016 left the village to pursue his rally driving and then farming dreams. Now, with the return of his new series, the question remains. Would Kelvin ever go back to the village he once deserted? Keep scrolling to learn more.
Andy Sugden’s Tumultuous Storyline In Emmerdale
Andy Sugden entered Emmerdale as the foster son of Jack and Sarah Sugden. However, he struggled to adjust in the family. Later problems increased for him when his birth father, Billy Hopwood, arrived and involved him in his world of crime.
Billy was involved in Vic Windsor’s murder and a robbery at the post office. Andy also made choices that included setting fire to a barn for insurance fraud. And because of this, Sarah died, bringing chaos to the Sugdens. Elsewhere, Andy had a complicated relationship with Katie Addyman. Katie had an affair with his brother Robert. He also fathered Sarah Sudgen with Debbie Dingle.
Not just this, but he was also involved in a love triangle with Amy and Kerry Wyatt. He had a fling with Bernice Blackstock, which always kept him in the centre of drama. However, things changed after Katie’s death when after discovered Robert’s affair with Aaron Dingle. And these incidents forced him to go on a run with Robert’s help.
Kelvin Fletcher’s Return And New Adventures
After leaving the soap, Kelvin Fletcher started to explore new roles in Death in Paradise, The Teacher, and Moving On. He also started working on farming projects, including Kelvin’s Big Farming Adventure on the BBC and Fletcher’s Family Farm on ITV.
The new series picks up after a devastating fire at the family’s home while they were away. Kelvin called the incident a nightmare. The series will focus on the Fletcher family’s rebuilds. The show will also cover country life. Kelvin said he’s too busy to return to the soap. Yet he also acknowledged his love for the show, and so fans are hopeful.
It became evident that Kelvin Fletcher was actually putting the soap behind him, moving on to become a farmer, a TV personality and even a father in real life. The character Andy Sugden had all the same characteristics of a great soap star: drama, struggles, and heartfelt moments. Kelvin isn’t back, but Andy Sugden is still remembered in Emmerdale. For more Emmerdale spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.