Next week in Emmerdale, fans are bracing themselves for a whirlwind of emotions as Aaron Dingle and John Sugden gear up to say “I do.” The romantic buzz, however, is clouded by a chilling secret that threatens to dismantle everything—John’s dark past, buried at the bottom of a lake, may be about to resurface… literally.

As their big day arrives, there’s an air of excitement in the village. But while Aaron is focused on their future, John is haunted by his recent crime: the murder of Nate Robinson. It’s a secret he’s kept close, with the body dumped in a nearby lake. Unfortunately for John, his attempt to cover his tracks backfires. A slurry leak—caused by none other than himself—forces the local authorities to begin dredging the very lake he used to hide the evidence.

This revelation sends John into a spiral of panic. While Aaron remains blissfully unaware, John confides in his half-sister Victoria, seeking comfort as his conscience begins to crumble under the weight of his actions. In quiet moments, he’s plagued by dreams of police arrests, a wedding interrupted by sirens, and Aidan Moore—his former lover—emerging to expose everything.

The tension spikes when Cain Dingle delivers devastating news: the lake dredging has officially started. John, desperate to avoid being caught, hastily packs his belongings and attempts to flee the village. His exit, however, is almost foiled when Aaron catches him in the act. Thinking quickly, John blames his jitters on wedding day nerves and manages to soothe Aaron’s suspicions just enough to maintain his cover.

But John’s guilt continues to gnaw at him. After Aaron leaves, John drives off to the lake, watching anxiously as the operation unfolds. Just as the walls seem to close in on him, a message changes everything—he learns that the dredging has been postponed. Relieved, John breathes for the first time in days. His future with Aaron might still be possible.

Or is it?

Just when he thinks the worst is behind him, a new storm brews. A surprise visit from Cathleen, Aidan’s mother, shatters his brief peace. Her words hit him like a freight train: Aidan has awoken from his coma and is asking to see John. This revelation reopens wounds John hoped would stay buried. Will Aidan expose John’s secrets? Will he remember enough to destroy John’s relationship and freedom?

As the drama unfolds, the couple’s wedding day teeters on the edge of chaos. John’s mind races with terrifying possibilities—Aidan storming the ceremony, the police arriving with handcuffs, Aaron learning the truth. The dream wedding John once envisioned now feels like a ticking time bomb.

Parallel to this gripping storyline, actor Danny Miller—who plays Aaron—has experienced his own twists and turns in real life. First joining Emmerdale in 2008, Danny’s portrayal of Aaron earned him a massive following. After leaving the show in 2012 to pursue other roles like Scott & Bailey, he returned in 2014, only to exit again seven years later. During that time, he triumphed on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, showcasing a charming, grounded side that won over viewers.

In 2023, Danny returned to Emmerdale, once again stepping into Aaron’s complex shoes. Offscreen, he enjoys a much calmer life with his wife Steph and their two children, Albert and Edith. The couple’s love story is as heartwarming as any soap arc—they reconnected in 2019 after first meeting at school, got engaged during a trip to St Lucia, and soon found themselves expecting a child just a month after the proposal.

Their family grew again in 2023 with the arrival of their daughter, and Danny has proudly shared touching moments between Albert and his baby sister. Parenthood has also inspired a new venture: Danny has recently launched Albert’s Bookshelf, a collection of audiobooks narrated by him. It’s a tribute to his son and an offering to parents looking to spend magical storytelling moments with their children.

Fame seems to be a family affair in the Miller household. Danny’s father, Vince Miller, known affectionately as the “king of comperes,” spent decades in showbiz and served as a VIP host for Manchester United. With a career spanning 65 years, Vince rubbed shoulders with legends like Shirley Bassey and Johnny Mathis and even gave the eulogy at comedian Bernard Manning’s funeral. Despite being a lifelong entertainer, Vince retired at 82, stating he wanted to step away while still at the top of his game.

As Emmerdale barrels toward another explosive week, fans are left questioning what lies ahead for John and Aaron. Will love conquer all, or will the truth come crashing down before the wedding march even begins?

With secrets brewing, unexpected returns, and hearts on the line, Emmerdale promises another must-watch week—and possibly the most dramatic wedding the Dales has ever seen.