Actress Patsy Kensit is returning to the ITV soap Emmerdale after a 20-year absence, reprising her role as the manipulative Sadie King. The announcement was made on August 3, 2026, with Kensit teasing that her character will cause 'havoc' in the village.
Kensit originally played Sadie King from 2004 to 2006, when the character left the Dales after a dramatic storyline involving the King family. Her return is expected to air later this year, though an exact date has not been confirmed.
In a statement, Kensit expressed excitement about returning to the show, saying she is looking forward to working with the cast and crew again. Producers have hinted that Sadie's comeback will be 'explosive' and will unsettle several current residents.
This marks one of the most anticipated returns in recent Emmerdale history, as fans have long speculated about Sadie's possible comeback. The show continues to air weeknights on ITV1 and ITVX.
