Emmerdale star Jaye Griffiths moved viewers to tears during an emotional appearance on Loose Women, where she spoke openly about surviving a deeply abusive relationship. The acclaimed actress, who plays the chilling villain Celia Daniels in the ITV soap, broke down and visibly shook as she recalled the years she spent living in fear.

A Raw and Courageous Moment on Live Television

Jaye described how five years of abuse left her unable to make even the smallest decisions. Choosing tea or coffee once carried consequences, and she explained that reclaiming those simple choices became her first step toward freedom.

She told the panel that her former partner would beat and gaslight her, leaving her terrified of doing anything that might “set it off.” Even putting milk back in the wrong place could provoke an attack.

“When you finally get your own space you realise you can put the milk wherever you want,” she said through tears. “Those little victories help you rebuild your life.”

Viewers Rally Behind Her

Fans watching at home praised Jaye for her strength and vulnerability. Many called her interview one of the most powerful moments the show has aired this year.

Loose Women hosts Kaye Adams and Frankie Bridge immediately comforted her as she spoke about years of shame, fear and the exhausting act of pretending everything was fine.

The Long Road Back

Jaye revealed that her abuser left her questioning reality. He controlled every decision and manipulated her with guilt and expensive gifts.

She shared that police told her many survivors endure dozens of attacks before reaching out for help. “All I did was lie. I kept saying I was fine. It was exhausting,” she said.

Rebuilding her life meant starting from the smallest choices. Deciding what she liked and what she did not like became her foundation for healing. She slowly learned to trust again and now lives happily with her partner of more than twenty years.

Bringing Real Trauma to a Dark Role

While Jaye has taken on many intense roles throughout her career, Celia Daniels marks one of her darkest. Celia has terrorised the Emmerdale village in recent episodes, manipulating teens and committing violent acts without remorse.

Jaye admitted that playing such a cruel character has forced her to confront old emotions she worked hard to bury. Yet she takes pride in portraying Celia with depth and truth.

A Celebrated Career

Beyond Emmerdale, Jaye has appeared in a wide range of beloved British dramas. Her credits include The Bill, Casualty, Holby City, Silent Witness, EastEnders, Vera and Death in Paradise.

Her bravery on Loose Women has now placed her at the heart of an important national conversation on domestic abuse, with viewers and fellow actors alike applauding her honesty.