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Kate Lally

Emmerdale's Lewis Cope lifts lid on David Beckham friendship

Emmerdale actor Lewis Cope has been at the centre of a huge storyline this week as his character Nicky told fiancée Gabby Thomas he couldn't marry her.

Nicky had been leading Gabby on as part of a huge scheme from his father, Caleb. The con was set to strip Kim Tate of all her finances.

Thankfully, in real life, Lewis and Gabby actress Rosie Bentham are actually great friends. The two stars appeared on ITV's Lorraine on Thursday where they discussed their "chemistry".

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Rosie told Lorraine it has actually been "great fun" filming the scenes. She also added that she is often stopped by members of the public while out and about, with many telling her "don't marry Nicky".

Lewis also opened up on his family life, telling Lorraine he is one of 14 children. A stunned Lorraine replied: "Gosh, what must Christmas be like at your house?"

Lewis has a number of brothers who are professional boxers, or former professional boxers, but the sport was not for him. The Emmerdale actor also told Lorraine he has an unlikely friendship with David Beckham.

The two stars are actually good friends off camera (Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

He said: "That's what it was about [my brothers and me]. A few years ago he asked me to be in his advert for his fragrance, Bold Instinct. He is such a nice guy."

It isn’t the only time the pair have worked together either, as Lewis previously also modelled for David Beckham Eyewear, the footballer’s stylish glasses brand.

Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV and ITVX

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