Emmerdale legend Chris Chittell has reportedly penned a new deal keeping him in the Dales as Eric Pollard for at least another year.
The 74-year-old made his debut as Pollard in 1986 and is the longest-serving cast member in the soap's 50-year history, appearing in more than 3,100 episodes to date.
Lisa Riley, who plays Mandy Dingle, is recently said to have agreed a new deal with producers and according to The Sun, Chittell has now followed suit.
A source told the newspaper: "Everyone on Emmerdale is so happy he's signed on for another year - fans will be glad he'll be sticking around."
Emmerdale continues weeknights at 7.30pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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