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Emmerdale Star Dean Andrews Confirms Exit: “That’s a Wrap” as Fans Rally Around

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Emmerdale fans have flooded Dean Andrews with love and support after the actor confirmed he has officially wrapped his latest project and moved on from the ITV soap for good.

A Beloved Character with a Dramatic End

Dean joined Emmerdale in 2019 as Will Taylor, father to Dawn and eventual husband to the formidable Kim Tate. His time in the village was anything but quiet, packed with tension, betrayal, and emotional twists.

Will’s story came to a devastating end on Christmas Day 2024, when a heart attack — triggered during a heated confrontation with Kim — brought his life to a sudden close. Viewers watched Kim propose renewing their vows that same morning, unaware that Will had been secretly working with her former financial adviser Peter and Joe Tate in a plot to bring her down.

The truth detonated in spectacular fashion, and Will’s shock death left Kim — and the audience — reeling.

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Dean’s Update From Spain

Since leaving the soap, Dean has been busy filming abroad. On November 11, he took to Instagram to share a milestone:

“And that’s a wrap for Deano over in Spain. Look forward to growing the beard back. It’s been a blast.”

Fans instantly rallied around him, sending messages of admiration and encouragement.

  • “Good luck in your next role. Lovely pic,” wrote one follower.

  • “Love Dean, great actor, miss him in Emmerdale,” added another.

  • Others simply complimented him, with comments like, “Looking stunning there.”

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Reflecting on His Exit

Earlier this year, Dean opened up about his departure in a candid video message. Calling his Emmerdale castmates his “little family”, he praised them as “really lovely people” and said he’d treasured his time on the show.

He also explained that it felt like the right moment to “move on” and was excited for what 2025 would bring. In true Dean fashion, he included a cheeky nod to ITV bosses, apologising for not filming an official farewell video before jokingly whispering:

“I wasn’t asked!”

He captioned the post with heartfelt thanks to fans and a promise to “see you on the other side.”Emmerdale's Dean Andrews addresses Will fan theory in exit message

What’s Next for Dean Andrews?

While Dean hasn’t revealed details about his new Spanish project, his energy and enthusiasm suggest viewers will see him onscreen again soon. Fans remain hopeful that whatever comes next will give the talented actor the spotlight he deserves.

For now, his supporters continue to celebrate his time in the Dales — and look forward to the next chapter of his career.