It was announced to ITV staff at 10 o’clock this morning that Clive died last night. As many will know he played a central role in Emmerdale for 28 years as Jack Sugden.
Clive has always been in Emmerdale as far as I can remember. He’s one of these constant figures that gives the show stability and is a kind of reference point. Throughout all the big changes there have been to the storylines, his presence has reassured the public that this is Emmerdale. He is part of the brand’s essence in much the same way as The Woolpack. Without him, and some of the other great characters who have gone before, Emmerdale will be slightly less Emmerdale.
Watch ITV Yorkshire’s obituary here
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