Bradley Riches joins Emmerdale; major changes implemented

Bradley Riches is set to join the cast of Emmerdale, bringing his character to life this summer. The actor is best known for his role in the Netflix series Heart Stopper. His character will be a mysterious relative of an existing villager. To help Bradley adjust, Emmerdale's producers have made special changes. He was diagnosed with autism at nine, and the showrunners aim to make him feel comfortable on set. Changes include simpler call sheets and scripts, as well as chill out rooms for him to relax during filming. Bradley recently faced online bullies after the announcement of his new role. He received hurtful comments about his sexuality and autism. He addressed the issue on Instagram, urging people to think before they speak. He expressed his excitement about joining Emmerdale while reminding everyone to choose kindness.