Where is Zak Dingle in Emmerdale? Fans are missing the Dales favourite

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EMMERDALE fans have been left waiting for the return of soap legend Zak Single ever since he was spotted filming on set last month.

The actor has been taking some time off from the ITV soap following a heart operation. But what fans really want to know is when will Zak return to the Dales?

Steve Halliwell will be returning to Emmerdale in the coming weeks

When is Zak Dingle returning to Emmerdale?

Emmerdale is yet to confirm the exact date for Zak’s return, but it is expected to be in a few weeks time.

Soap bosses have reportedly been waiting for the Who Shot Graham saga to come to an end before bringing Zak back.

And with Pierce Harris having been banged up for the murder of Graham, and Kim arrested for conspiring to kill him, it’s looking like the whodunnit plot is finally coming to a close.

A source told HOAR Online: “Steve’s back on set and is already filming scenes for Zak’s return to the show.

“He was off screen for a break, but it was mainly as Zak wasn’t involved in the Who Shot Graham storyline.

“But fans will have missed him – he’s a show legend after all – and he’ll be back on their screens in a few weeks time. He’s having a great time back on set and everyone was really pleased to see him at work.”

Fans have been flocking to Twitter since it was announced that Zak had been spotted filming on set to ask where the character is.

One fan tweeted: “Where’s Zak? #Emmerdale.”

Another added: “We all miss #ZakDingle and wish he was there too #Emmerdale.”

A third said: “Just another day in the Dingledale now that things have settled down eh? If Zak’s not around, who arranges these Dingle Courts? Chas? #Emmerdale.”

A fourth tweeted: “Hi when is Zak back on screen in Emmerdale?”

Faith pounced on Zak after the death of his wife Lisa in Emmerdale
Faith pounced on Zak after the death of his wife Lisa in Emmerdale

What is Zak Dingle’s comeback storyline in Emmerdale?

The ITV soap is yet to confirm any details surrounding Zak Dingle’s comeback storyline.

However, it’s looking like Zak could find himself at the centre of drama involving Cain Dingle as he’s dragged into the dodgy world of Will and DI Malone.

Cain is set to get in trouble with the dodgy detective after he discovers he’s forcing Will into dealing drugs for him.

Cain then confronts Malone in a furious showdown, leading the cop to trash Cain’s garage and murder Moira’s bull.

Malone then reappears when Cain rings the police and makes clear he’s far from finished with Cain yet.

Fans have also been left hoping that the return of Zak will help Cain settle his differences with Nate.

In January one fan tweeted: “Hoping Zak and Lisa returning truly miss them Cain needs Zak back soon especially if there is custody battle.”

Another added last month: “Hi really love Emmerdale hoping Zak back soon to help Cain and Nate make peace.”

Zak was heartbroken when wife Lisa passed away in Emmerdale

Zak was heartbroken when wife Lisa passed away in Emmerdale

Where has Steve Halliwell been?

Fans were worried Zak had quit the soap for good after his character left in September 2019 to visit Debbie in Scotland following the death of his on-screen wife Lisa in May.

But actor Steve Halliwell – who plays Zak on the ITV soap – has been taking a break from the show following a heart operation.

Steve had previously taken time off from his role for several months in 2018 after having a pacemaker fitted.

The actor returned in 2019 in time for Lisa’s tragic death.

Talking to HOAR in an exclusive interview before his comeback last year, Steve said: “I’m back at work in a few weeks and feeling fitter than ever after having a pacemaker fitted in September. It’s done me the world of good and I feel fantastic.

“Emmerdale have been brilliant throughout and really looked after me. I did have to spend some time in hospital and it was really funny to see the entire Dingle clan around my bed.

“Everyone has been so considerate and I know it sounds a bit of a cliche, but we really are one big happy family.”

He added: “I have some great storylines coming up and I can’t wait to get stuck into filming.”