The honeymoon period is over before it even began for Vinny Dingle (Bradley Johnson) and Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) in Emmerdale. Just weeks after tying the knot, cracks are already showing – and now it looks as though Vinny may be moving closer to a new love interest.

Vinny’s Secret Struggles

Vinny’s wedding to Gabby was nearly derailed after he began questioning his sexuality. His attempt to connect with a man online ended in disaster when he was robbed of £10,000 and left humiliated. On the very day of his wedding, he testified in court about the ordeal, leaving Gabby to piece together the truth about her husband’s hidden struggles.

But Gabby isn’t blameless either. She’s keeping her own explosive secret – a fling in Portugal that could destroy their fragile union if it comes to light.

Counselling or Collapse?

As Gabby tries to hold things together, she leans on vicar Charles (Kevin Mathurin) for support. She even invites him into their home for counselling, catching Vinny off guard. Charles encourages the couple, insisting their love is worth saving – but the positivity may be premature.

Enter Lewis – the Game Changer

It’s Lewis (Bradley Riches) who could turn Vinny’s world upside down. Sharp-eyed and brutally honest, Lewis sees through Vinny’s pretence and calls him out directly. Rather than pushing him away, this honesty draws Vinny in, making Lewis an unexpected confidant.

As the pair spend more time together, Gabby walks in on an intimate moment that looks far from innocent. For a woman already aware her marriage sits on shaky ground, the sight could be enough to confirm her worst fears.

What Happens Next?

The question now is whether Gabby will continue pretending her marriage is salvageable – or, like Lewis, call a spade a spade. With Vinny forming a bond outside their vows, and Gabby carrying her own guilty secret, this young couple may already be standing at the edge of collapse.