It's been a treacherous few months in the Village called Emmerdale for one Mr. Daz Spencer.
Kerry (Laura Norton) spotted Daz (Mark Jordon) in an awful state back in 2017 as the former soldier was living rough as a result of being homeless for three years previous.
Almost immediately following Kerry's discovery, Daz found himself back with a roof over his head (although in a campervan) much to the annoyance of his younger brother, Dan (Liam Fox), who had a longstanding rivalry with his sibling.
During Daz's time of homelessness he had to develop a thick skin to put up with all the elements that came with the situation. With this, he manifested an aggressive streak backlashing from a gang assault from a group of men causing him to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Amelia (Daisy Campbell) found a military knife, belonging to Daz, in the campervan which he used for protection. It took Daz a long time to part ways with the weapon but with the support of Amelia and Kerry, he finally let go of the dangerous instrument.
Emmerdale, albeit off-screen, killed off Ali Spencer. This led to one of the most gripping storylines in recent years. It emerged either Dan or Daz could be the biological genetic father of young Amelia. DNA test results declared it was indeed Daz who fathered Miss. Spencer all those years ago, providing Dan with more ammunition to hate his brother. Daz accepted Dan as Amelia's father.
Amelia goes missing and a nationwide search is on for the Villager. Members of the press goaded Daz about his fathership of Amelia which only added fuel to the fire of the brothers Spencer hatred. It was a few months before Amelia was found and returned, safely, home.
It wasn't long after Amelia's return Daz took a job interview from, what seems, a very flirtatious employer. Following Rodney's (Patrick Mower) erroneous advice Daz tries in on with his potential new boss only to be told she's gay. Of course, this wouldn't be all of Daz's problems as he already, drunkenly, signed paperwork to buy goods to sell - meaning he owes the employer money.
Money was always a huge part of Daz's downfall, he had many debts. All, mainly, paid off by his family.
Emmerdale, albeit off-screen, killed off Ali Spencer. This led to one of the most gripping storylines in recent years. It emerged either Dan or Daz could be the biological genetic father of young Amelia. DNA test results declared it was indeed Daz who fathered Miss. Spencer all those years ago, providing Dan with more ammunition to hate his brother. Daz accepted Dan as Amelia's father.
Amelia goes missing and a nationwide search is on for the Villager. Members of the press goaded Daz about his fathership of Amelia which only added fuel to the fire of the brothers Spencer hatred. It was a few months before Amelia was found and returned, safely, home.
It wasn't long after Amelia's return Daz took a job interview from, what seems, a very flirtatious employer. Following Rodney's (Patrick Mower) erroneous advice Daz tries in on with his potential new boss only to be told she's gay. Of course, this wouldn't be all of Daz's problems as he already, drunkenly, signed paperwork to buy goods to sell - meaning he owes the employer money.
Money was always a huge part of Daz's downfall, he had many debts. All, mainly, paid off by his family.
In tonight's Emmerdale - Thursday 31 January 2019 - viewers saw Daz accept a new start in Croydon, London, and Amelia was going down south with him.
Kerry was furious at her boyfriend, Dan, for allowing Amelia to travel with Daz. Kerry told Dan she sees Amelia as her own daughter and that she's her mum. Emmerdale fans will have a hard time arguing with Kerry over this as Ali - Amelia's birthmother - wasn't around for her daughter (even when she was alive). Amelia's childhood has been cared for by Dan & Kerry - with Daz having his input as well.
Daz has always been a thorn in Kerry & Dan's relationship. Daz tried it on with her once or twice.
In emotionally-charged scenes, Kerry reveals her visceral feelings to Amelia explaining she's her mother and Amelia reciprocated this by telling Kerry "she always will be" (her mother). Kerry trying to put things right after completely messing up with her own daughter Amy (who will be returning to Emmerdale later this year).
Viewers have been wanting Kerry & Amelia to share this tender moment for a number of years and tonight it finally happened.
Viewers have been wanting Kerry & Amelia to share this tender moment for a number of years and tonight it finally happened.
Of course, in the end, Emmerdale fans saw the denouement of Mark Jordon as Daz as he, and he alone, left Emmerdale Village for pastures new in Croydon thus closing the book of Daz Spencer.
Daz was a lovable rogue and will be sorely missed by viewers.
Emmerdale have said there are no plans to bring Daz/Mark Jordon back which is a shame as Mark is a wonderful actor and a huge asset to a programme such as Emmerdale.
I, personally, wish him nothing but success in his future projects and will be looking forward to seeing him in other dramas.
Daz was a lovable rogue and will be sorely missed by viewers.
Emmerdale have said there are no plans to bring Daz/Mark Jordon back which is a shame as Mark is a wonderful actor and a huge asset to a programme such as Emmerdale.
I, personally, wish him nothing but success in his future projects and will be looking forward to seeing him in other dramas.
Superfans of the show will be aware Mark Jordon and Laura Norton are a couple in real life and they've recently got engaged - the very best of luck and congratulations to the happy couple.
Lets hope Laura's wedding dress isn't made out of Kerry's intergalactic jacket (above).
Lets hope Laura's wedding dress isn't made out of Kerry's intergalactic jacket (above).
Emmerdale continues every weekday at 19:00 on ITV/STV with an additional episode every Thursday at 20:00.
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