Life in the Dales has never been smooth for Gabby Thomas, but the latest spoilers reveal she is heading for one of her most dramatic and

emotional storylines yet. Next week, Emmerdale will see Gabby pushed to her absolute breaking point, torn between her complicated

history with Vinny Dingle and her growing entanglement with newcomer Lewis.

 

 

Fans of the long-running ITV soap know that Gabby, played by Rosie Bentham, has weathered her fair share of heartbreak and scandal. But as these new episodes unfold, the cracks in her resilience begin to show—and viewers are bracing for a powerful and potentially explosive turning point.

Gabby’s Turbulent Journey

Since arriving on our screens as Ashley and Bernice’s daughter, Gabby has grown from a mischievous teenager into a young woman facing the heavy burdens of adulthood. In recent years, she’s struggled with motherhood, betrayal, and complicated romances that always seem to end in disaster.

 

 

Her connection with Vinny Dingle has been a sore spot for months. Although Vinny has remained loyal to his late wife Liv’s memory, Gabby has found herself pulled toward him in moments of vulnerability. Their dynamic—half friendship, half unresolved tension—has confused not only Gabby but also those closest to her.

And now, the arrival of Lewis, a charming but mysterious new face in the village, has further unsettled her.

Vinny and Gabby: A Painful Complication

Spoilers hint that Gabby’s feelings for Vinny bubble dangerously close to the surface in upcoming episodes. Still haunted by her loneliness and yearning for stability, Gabby seeks comfort in him, only to find herself rebuffed once more.

Vinny, while sympathetic, makes it clear he’s not ready for romance and is still grieving Liv. This rejection cuts Gabby deeply, reigniting all her insecurities. For viewers, it’s a reminder of Gabby’s ongoing struggle to find a place where she truly belongs.

But rejection from Vinny is just one half of Gabby’s problem.

Enter Lewis: A New Distraction

The arrival of Lewis has already caught attention in the village. Charismatic, confident, and hiding secrets of his own, he represents the kind of excitement Gabby has been craving. In spoilers for next week, Gabby spends more time with Lewis, and their connection grows stronger—much to the disapproval of some of the villagers.

While Lewis offers Gabby the flattery and thrill she’s been missing, his intentions are far from clear. Is he genuinely interested in her, or does he have an agenda? Fans have been quick to speculate that his presence may bring danger, rather than salvation, to Gabby’s life.

Breaking Point

As Gabby juggles her feelings for Vinny and her infatuation with Lewis, the emotional strain begins to overwhelm her. Advanced teasers reveal a dramatic breakdown scene where Gabby finally admits how lost and fragile she feels.