ITV Emmerdale star opens up on ‘challenging’ Sarah plot and teases future twists
Emmerdale star Katie Hill has opened up on Sarah Sugden’s “challenging” plot and teased future twists.
The 22-year-old actress took on the role of Sarah in 2017 and has since been at the centre of numerous gripping storylines on the ITV drama.
This year brought devastating news for Sarah when she received a diagnosis of early-stage cervical cancer.
The storyline intensified as Sarah disclosed her intentions to pursue IVF treatment, with her now-fiancé Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) serving as the sperm donor.
Unfortunately, complications arose following Sarah’s cancer operation. Whilst the cancer hadn’t spread, medical professionals had to carry out an emergency hysterectomy, crushing her hopes of becoming pregnant herself, reports the Daily Star.
To try and help her granddaughter, Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) agreed to be a surrogate for Sarah and Jacob.
However, she was devastated when she began bleeding soon after the embryo implantation. Charity was therefore surprised to learn that she was still pregnant, before a shocking twist was unveiled.
In a flashback, Charity was revealed to have had a one-night stand with her ex, Ross Barton (Michael Parr), who has since demanded Charity get a paternity test.
Earlier this week, Ross agonisingly looked on as a delighted Sarah and Jacob showed off their first ultrasound picture. Will he reveal his possible paternity?
Speaking on the red carpet at the National Television Awards on Wednesday (September 10), actor Katie discussed the complex storyline, sharing her own shock at the Ross twist.
“It’s been so exciting. When the producers came to me and told me what they had coming up, I was really looking forward to it,” she said.
“It’s been challenging with all the cervical cancer and stuff, it was tough to film but so good. From an actor’s point of view, it’s such a good chance to do things like that.
“It’s Emmerdale, there’s always going to be a twist, but I think it’s a great storyline and I can’t wait to see where it goes.”
Discussing Sarah and Jacob’s relationship, Katie added: “I think right now they’re just smooth sailing and they’re really happy. They’re so excited to start this journey of being parents together.
“So, at the moment, hopefully it’s looking up for them and they’ve got a good future ahead of them.”