Joe Absolom (‘EastEnders') will join the cast of long-running ITV soap ‘Emmerdale' this summer.
He will play Ray, an old contact of Mackenzie's (Lawrence Robb). Ray arrives at the farm claiming to be selling farm machinery but it’s not long before his true drug dealing ways become clear. Despite Ray’s calm and collected exterior, it’s clear a menacing streak hides just below the surface.
‘Emmerdale' producer Laura Shaw says: “We are thrilled to welcome Joe Absolom to the cast. It's fantastic to have such a high calibre and immensely talented actor join our wonderful team to play the role of Ray.
Charming, charismatic and effortlessly likeable, Ray is an extremely complex character who very quickly shows his dark and villainous side to some of our most loved villagers, leaving them in no doubt as to what he’s capable of”.
Joe has a wealth of television, theatre and film credits, including ‘Doc Martin', ‘The Bay' and most recently playing the role of Braden Moore in ‘Code of Silence'.
Joe Absolom says “Well what an honour to join such a talented team at ‘Emmerdale'! It’s an iconic show and I’m grateful to be part of it. I can’t wait to see what’s in stock for Ray!”
‘Emmerdale' airs 7.30pm, weeknights on ITV1 and STV or from 7.00am on ITVX and STV Player.
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