Emmerdale star Claire King has called for Kim Tate's dark side to return on the soap. The character is well known for her villainous ways on the ITV show – though that has been less on display in recent scenes.

Emmerdale 's Kim Tate could be in for a rude awakening over the festive period as a familiar face is tipped to return. Ever since Kim (played by Claire King) discovered that Will (Dean Andrews) cheated on her with Rose (Christine Tremarco), the couple have been plotting against each other to take their spouse down.

EMMERDALE will soon reveal a mystery villain this Christmas as the identity of Kim Tate’s foe is unveiled to viewers. After 35 years as the most ferocious villain in soap history, Kim could

EXCLUSIVE: Emmerdale's Claire King is hoping Kim Tate takes a dark turn as Christmas at Home Farm ends in disaster.

Joe Tate, played by former EastEnders star Ned Porteous, was a huge fan-favourite. During 2018, the character was seemingly killed off in the wake of Kim’s return – with Kim taking back control of Home Farm. A shock twist, however, later revealed that Joe was very much alive – but he has yet to return to the eponymous village.