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Emmerdale viewers are hopeful that Kev Townsend will return to the village after his swift exit in the latest episode.

Actor Chris Coghill only made his Emmerdale debut as Kev a few months ago as Kev Townsend, but during Thursday's (November 27) hour-long installment he left the Dales behind.

His reason for showing up in the village shocked viewers as he revealed himself to be Robert Sugden's husband. The pair met while sharing a cell in Hotten prison - Robert was in for murder, while Kev for armed robbery.

Their relationship blossomed as Kev became Robert's protector in prison after he became a target. They became married but when Robert was released he never thought he'd see him again.

To his surprise, Kev showed up at his doorstep months later, informing Robert that

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