A former Emmerdale actor has revealed how he was turned down for a major reality television programme.

Alexander Lincoln rose to prominence portraying Jamie Tate on the ITV drama, first appearing in 2019. As the offspring of legendary character Kim Tate (Claire King), Jamie quickly won over audiences.

He was also involved in numerous significant plot lines throughout his time on the programme, including various conflicts, his strained bond with Kim, and becoming a father with Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham).

However, in 2021, actor Alexander departed the show, with Jamie last appearing after staging his own demise in a vehicle accident. Whilst his mother Kim believed he had perished, Jamie secretly relocated to live with his daughter Millie and her grandmother.

Alexander played Jamie Ta

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