Legendary pop icon and actor Jason Donovan has made a cameo appearance in Emmerdale that will transmit later this year.

Legendary pop icon and actor Jason Donovan has made a cameo appearance in Emmerdale that will transmit later this year. 

Filming has taken place on the Emmerdale set in Leeds, when Jason performed one of his classic hits to a packed out Woolpack as a surprise for Lydia Dingle, played by Karen Blick.  

Jason Donovan said: “I’m incredibly excited to have been asked to make a cameo appearance in Emmerdale as myself.  Filming was great fun and all of the cast and crew were extremely welcoming. Singing in the Woolpack set was definitely an experience I won't forget.”

Emmerdale producer, Laura Shaw, said: "We were delighted that Jason agreed to join us for this episode. Not only is Lydia Dingle a big fan of his, there was a real buzz on set that day. I hope the viewers enjoy his cameo as much as the Emmerdale family did."

Emmerdale airs Monday to Friday at 7:30 PM on ITV1 and STV, or from 7:00 AM on ITVX and STV Player.