A Villain Unlike Any Other

Emmerdale fans are still trying to pin down Celia Daniels. Is she ruthless? Misunderstood? Or simply dangerous beyond redemption? Played with icy precision by Jaye Griffiths, Celia has quickly become one of the soap’s most unpredictable new villains.

At first, glimpses of warmth hinted she could forge a surprising bond with Moira Dingle. But Griffiths warns viewers not to get too comfortable. “Oh, the worst is yet to come, by far! This is only the beginning,” she teased with a knowing laugh.

Twists That Will Shock the Village

From day one, Griffiths knew exactly where Celia’s twisted journey was heading. The producers mapped out her arc in advance—an arc that promises devastating betrayals and jaw-dropping twists. For Moira, any hope of true friendship is short-lived. Celia’s world leaves no room for loyalty, only power.

“She’s single-minded,” Griffiths explained. “If you get in her way—get out of her way. Do what I want or suffer the consequences. She doesn’t lie. She just says whatever best suits the endgame.”

This chilling mindset makes her one of the most dangerous forces to hit the village in years.

Manipulation Is Her Weapon

Celia’s menace doesn’t come from brute force, but from cunning control. Each villager is a pawn in her carefully calculated games. “She deals with every person differently, depending on their character. She’s very good at summing people up quickly,” Griffiths revealed. “Nothing she says should ever be taken as truth.”

This constant guessing game leaves both characters and viewers questioning her every word. Is she genuine? Is she deceiving? The answer rarely matters, because the damage is already done.

A Joy to Play, A Nightmare to Face

Off-screen, Griffiths relishes every moment. Known for roles in Casualty, Doctors, and The Bill, the actress describes Emmerdale as one of the most welcoming sets she’s ever worked on. Yet Celia, with her polished wardrobe and pristine façade, couldn’t be further from a typical farmer. “That’s not a farmer who goes in fields,” Griffiths laughed. “That’s just a farmer who swans around.”

Fans may currently delight in Celia’s camp flair and sharp tongue, but Griffiths warns that admiration won’t last. As the storyline unfolds, the character’s cruelty will only intensify.

What Lies Ahead

Griffiths hints that Celia’s reign of manipulation is only getting started. With Moira already caught in her web, the rest of the village may soon fall victim. And while Celia insists she isn’t evil—merely “different”—the chaos she leaves behind suggests otherwise.

As Emmerdale builds toward explosive reveals, one thing is certain: Celia Daniels is here to wreak havoc, and no one should underestimate her.