Emmerdale’s Eden Taylor-Draper has issued a heartfelt tribute to her co-star, Isabel Hodgins. The stars, renowned for their roles as Belle Dingle and Victoria Sugden respectively, enjoy a close bond away from the screen.
It was a big weekend for Isabel as she tied the knot with her long term partner, Adam Whitehead. Eden was a bridesmaid for the event as she shared snaps from the special day on Instagram.
She captioned the post: “Yes to forever.” Isabel took to the comments to heap praise on her co-star as she said: “What a day! I love you so much.
“Thank you” Former Emmerdale star Daisy Campbell, who played Amelia Spencer, took to the comments and said: “Gorgeous girls.” Laura Norton who plays Kerry Wyatt added: “So beautiful.”
Laura also took to the comments after Isabel shared more snaps from the special day on Instagram yesterday. She said: “You’re winning at life you’re winning.
“The most beautiful bride. You really are perfect for each other. Go live it up guys.” Isabel has been playing Victoria on Emmerdale since 2006 when the role was recast.
She was nominated for ‘Best Newcomer’ at the TV Choice and TV Quick awards in 2007. In 2008, she was nominated for ‘Best Young Actress’ at the Inside Soap Awards.
The 31-year-old went public with Adam in 2022 and the two moved in together last year. They confirmed their engagement in November 2023.
When she shared the news of her engagement, a video clip of Adam proposing was shared with social media followers. The clip shows the couple having dinner, before Adam popped the question and the two then celebrated with a kiss across the table.
Alongside the video, Isabel said: “The most incredible night of my life. I said yes to marrying my best friend. My kind, sweet, patient and generous perfect person. I can’t wait to spend forever with you.”
It is also been a big time on screen for Isabel as he her onscreen brother, John Sugden, returned to the village. The character, played by Oliver Farnworth, has been revealed to be a murderer as he has killed the villainous Anthony Fox.