A Emmerdale star has left the show for the second time.
Reece Dinsdale played villain Paul Ashdale until he was killed off earlier this year.
Emmerdale fans will know Recce, who previously appeared in Coronation Street, stayed with the ITV soap to direct some episodes.
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At the time, the star said: “I’m delighted to announce I shall begin directing once again on the show in a couple of weeks time. I’m the cat that got the cream."
Now, Reece has announced he has left Emmerdale for the second time this year.
Reece announced his exit on Twitter. He posted a series of photos from his time in the Dales including behind-the-scenes snaps of the Woolpack's beer garden and the village square.
Reece posted: "My final Emmerdale episode (for now) is the first up of tonight's two.
"Thanks to those of you who sent me messages and tweets saying how much you'd enjoyed them.
"It's a learning curve and I'm looking forward to doing more for your entertainment in 2022.
"Enjoy this evening's show x!"
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