Emmerdale character Celia Daniels is no more as her son, Ray Walters, stabbed her. Meanwhile, Jaye Griffiths, who played Celia, opened up about her character’s exit in the show. It was difficult for her to leave the soap as she loved playing the role. Keep scrolling to get more insights!
Ray Stabs Celia!
Jaye Griffiths entered the soap as Celia in June. Soon, the soap fans learned that she was the boss of a modern-day slavery and drug-dealing ring along with Ray Walters. The drug dealers exploited teenagers April Windsor and Dylan Penders. Meanwhile, they exploited Bear Wolf and forced him into modern-day slavery. Meanwhile, in recent weeks, Ray’s relationship with Laurel Thomas has changed his mind.
Furthermore, in Thursday’s episode, Ray Walters ended up stabbing Celia to death. Meanwhile, Jaye Griffiths, who played the role of Celia, opened up on the plot. She spoke to The Mirror and said that working on the soap has been one of the best TV jobs ever. She said that Celia was not caring or maternal. The star loved playing her character.
Jaye Griffiths Reflects On Celia’s Shocking Exit!
Jaye added that it took her a long time to learn her lines. She also disclosed that she nearly cried leaving the soap. She said that it was flattering to know that she was one of the best villains on the soap. Her character didn’t shy away from having no scruples. Meanwhile, Jaye said that since finishing filming, she has missed the soap.
The soap star also opened up about the exit of her character. Jaye Griffiths said that her character had to go for good. If she hadn’t been killed, she would have gone and done it to another family. Furthermore, there is no redemption for Celia unless she has changed her ways.
Her character lost control when her adopted son, Ray Walters, didn’t follow her instructions. Furthermore, she wasn’t happy that Ray was in a relationship with Laurel. The idea that she might lose Ray troubled her. She didn’t think that he wanted to change her life. Elsewhere, the soap viewers wonder – What will Ray do now? And did you like Celia? Share your thoughts in the comments. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Emmerdale updates!