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Host Joel Dommett surprised the soap cast with the pre-recorded speech during the annual ceremony.

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King Charles sent a personal message to the cast and crew of Emmerdale who celebrated their 50th anniversary of the ITV soap.

[King Charles](/express.co.uk/latest/) surprised viewers and soap stars alike with a special message celebrating their 50 years on TV screens. "On a daily basis Emmerdale continues to depict what life is really life for those who work the land and protect our precious countryside." He declared: "I am delighted to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Emmerdale and I am afraid I am so old I can remember when it was called Emmerdale farm owned by the Sugdens. Set to a backdrop of the countryside, King Charles looked to the camera and began his speech. [National Television Awards](/express.co.uk/latest/national-televisin-awards), the King addressed the [Emmerdale ](/express.co.uk/latest/emmerdale)cast and crew on their huge milestone. King Charles sent a personal message to the cast and crew of Emmerdale who celebrated their 50th anniversary of the ITV soap.

Emmerdale star Mark Charnock told Express.co.uk what fans could expect from the 50th anniversary special.

“It feels like doing the horror justice, if I can put it in that. They put me in touch with physios and doctors and survivors, most crucially, so it just feels like - there’s a stroke every five minutes in the UK. The action is cinematic and I think it’s a testament to what the show deserves.” Adding: "But it's the most amazing surprise of my life, I think," So I think the audience are going to find it moving.” The soap has become known for its big action stunts which have included a helicopter crash and a mill fire.

Joel Dommett appeared to make a huge blunder at the 2022 National Television Awards when he introduced King Charles III and called him by his former title, ...

He continued: “On a daily basis, Emmerdale continues to depict what life is really like for those who work the land and protect our precious countryside. he's the King of England #NTAs," one person wrote on social media, as another added: "Joel just introduced King Charles as the Prince Of Wales? A third viewer said: “Joel shouldn’t you of said King Charles? Not Prince of Wales. Charles said: “I'm also heartened by the production team's efforts off-screen, their ambition to achieve net zero by 2030 has already made Emmerdale one of the first British programme to be awarded ALBERT certification to reduce its impact of the production process and create content that stresses the importance of establishing a sustainable future. [NTAs viewers left baffled over Danny Miller's I'm A Celeb 'swipe' at Stephen Mulhern](https://www.ok.co.uk/celebrity-news/ntas-danny-miller-swipe-stephen-28235136) [Phillip Schofield parties without pal Holly Willoughby as she sneaks out of NTAs early](https://www.ok.co.uk/celebrity-news/phil-holly-nta-afterparty-win-28236458) [Sir Lenny Henry reflects on the importance of representation after NTA win in emotional speech](https://www.ok.co.uk/celebrity-news/sir-lenny-henry-reflects-importance-28236451) [Anneka Rice has a La La Land blunder as she announces NTAs winner: 'You had one job!'](https://www.ok.co.uk/tv/anneka-rice-ntas-challenge-news-28235750) [Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter](https://www.ok.co.uk/celebrity-news/ok-magazine-newsletter-celebrity-news-20010882) "As if he just introduced him as Prince of Wales.... “What makes Emmerdale so special is that it has kept true to the vision of its original writer Kevin Laffan who wanted to demonstrate that farming is not just a job, it's a whole way of life," King Charles said. “It is a testament to all the hard work of the production team that has become such an important British institution and major British export with hundreds of thousands of fans from Scandinavia to New Zealand all keen to follow the fortunes of what is left of the Sugdens and their newer neighbours. “I'm delighted to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Emmerdale and I am afraid I am so old that I can remember when it was called Emmerdale farm, owned by the Sugdens. [Joel Dommett](https://www.ok.co.uk/latest/joel-dommett) appeared to make a blunder as he hosted the 2022 [National Television Awards](https://www.ok.co.uk/latest/National-Television-Awards) on 14 October. [King Charles III](https://www.ok.co.uk/latest/king-charles-iii) by his former Royal title, the Prince of Wales, and many viewers were quick to pick up on Joel's faux pas.

The Marlon Dingle actor won the award for best Serial Drama at the National Television Awards.

He joked: “I thought it was going to be an impressionist - I was shocked. He added: “It’s one of the best hour of Emmerdale I’ve ever seen and it’s so dramatic. You can tell I’m really pleased with it.” Mark revealed: “I was genuinely chuffed to be there. I’m looking at Paige next to me and all the other nominees and when they said my name out I just thought what.” The Marlon Dingle actor won the award for best Serial Drama at the National Television Awards.

Host Joel Dommett surprised the soap cast with the pre-recorded speech during the annual ceremony.

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NATIONAL Television Awards viewers spotted Shane Richie looking unimpressed as Emmerdale won Best Serial Drama at the NTAs.The win was the cherry on t.

In his specially recorded speech, King Charles said: "I am delighted to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Emmerdale. Here's to the next fifty." This is for everyone back home up north who has worked so hard.

Emmerdale is celebrating 50 years of entertaining the nation and to mark the occasion, King Charles III shared a special birthday surprise message…

"I'm also heartened by the production team's efforts off-screen, their ambitions to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 has already made Emmerdale one of the first British programmes to be awarded Albert Certification. "It's a testament to all the hard work of the production team that it has since become such an important British institution and a major British export. "Emmerdale continues to depict what life if really like for those who work the land and protect our precious countryside.

The monarch praised the soap in a pre-recorded message.

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Emmerdale is celebrating 50 years of entertaining the nation and to mark the occasion, King Charles III shared a special birthday surprise message…

"I'm also heartened by the production team's efforts off-screen, their ambitions to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 has already made Emmerdale one of the first British programmes to be awarded Albert Certification. "It's a testament to all the hard work of the production team that it has since become such an important British institution and a major British export. "Emmerdale continues to depict what life if really like for those who work the land and protect our precious countryside.

Emmerdale bosses Jane Hudson and Kate Brooks have revealed which storyline the soap will never tackle.

I admitted for the first time that I had also had a termination'. It was very negative before the episode aired, but then very positive once it had aired," said Hudson. But I will not be scared from telling stories." We want to make stories relevant to now." It's important to tell the contemporary version of a story." "A race story will be told very differently now.

Emmerdale's Tony Audenshaw who plays Bob Hope with four-year-old Jasmine Walker. He's one of many Emmerdale stars to descend on the north-east to support ...

A look back through the decades in the Dales from the devastating plane crash to the woolpack explosion.

Some people say “it’s the only fresh air I get, a bit of Emmerdale!” because we have that amazing village set.” A terrible storm caused havoc on New Year’s Eve 2003, taking the life of Tricia Dingle. “The stories I think are getting quite dramatic. The show has had many a memorable moment. Her coming out has been described as a pivotal moment. She added: “Most of all the cast are involved and there’s a lot of sad times and also a lot of happiness – and I think a lot of people will be surprised.”

Yorkshire soap Emmerdale is celebrating its 50th birthday with a double bill on ITV this Sunday (16th October).

King Charles III paid tribute to Emmerdale in a special pre-recorded clip which was broadcast at the NTA’s on Thursday. Both shows broadcast 50 years to the day of Emmerdale’s first ever episode which aired on 16th October 1972. Emmerdale 50 Unforgettable Years starts at 6pm which takes a look back at the history of the show.

1. Lots of fans for Adam. Actor Adam Thomas with fans before the Christmas lights switch on in Hartlepool in 2017. He played Adam Barton in the soap. Picture by ...

Emmerdale bosses have teased we could be saying goodbye to some village favourites during the 50th anniversary celebrations.

[Emmerdale homepage](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/emmerdale) to find the latest gossip about the soap and its stars. The documentary will feature cast members past and present reflecting on the show’s half century. There you'll also find our Emmerdale features and news about the [show's 50th anniversary plans](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/emmerdale-bring-back-show-legends-22723045). Ahead of the major milestone, we’ll bring you any further news or gossip we discover about what might be happening. [special documentary charting the soap’s history](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/emmerdale-announces-special-documentary-50th-24663846). Louise said: “I think everyone in soapland worries when they hear there’s going to be a hurricane or a storm.

Scott Windsor (Ben Freeman) had his fair share of shocking storylines in Emmerdale. The son of Viv Hope (Deena Payne), Scott was on screen until 2007.

If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our [TV Guide](https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/tv-listings/). [Zoe Tate (Leah Bracknell)](https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/soaps/emmerdale/emmerdale-zoe-tate-exit-explained/), and she became pregnant. [subscribe now](http://radiotimes.com/magazine-subscription?utm_term=evergreen-article) and get the next 12 issues for only £1. He left Debbie in charge of the local garage, and contacted Viv to say he wouldn't be back. Scott survived and was determined to get his revenge, but Zoe was acquitted of attempted murder. Their half-sister Donna (Sophie Jeffery) revealed the truth after finding a letter detailing the affair, and Kelly left the village. The pair teamed up for a con, but they were soon caught out. On the night that Vic is killed, Scott began a controversial relationship with adoptive sister Kelly (Adele Silva). Adopted dad Vic Windsor (Alun Lewis) was so disgusted that he disowned Scott, who left the Dales to join the army in 1996. But it was later revealed that the real reason was due to him having an affair with the wife of a high-ranking officer. The son of Viv Hope (Deena Payne), Scott was on screen until 2007. The character was a troubled teen who fell in with the wrong crowd, a gang who he joined to steal from the post office.

Emmerdale has celebrated their National Television Award win and 50th anniversary with none other than King Charles III after he heaped praise on the show ...

King Charles III was just 21-years-old when he delivered his first speech about the environment. He added: “I’m also heartened by the production team’s efforts off screen. On a daily basis, Emmerdale continues to depict what life is really like for those who work the land and protect our precious countryside.

As a big storm rages in the village, Monday's (October 17) episode will see a barn at Moira's farm collapse, with panicked cows escaping and charging in a ...

So when they came out of their pen they ran as a group to get to the food. This will enable the audience to see a cow's point of view. "For the filming element we created a new cattle pen near to a run which was a fence running down to one of their fields. "We put their food on the back of a feed hopper and whizzed that down first so the cows had seen their food go. As a big storm rages in the village, Monday's (October 17) episode will see a barn at Moira's farm collapse, with panicked cows escaping and charging in a stampede. The cattle we used all actually live on the farm.