Emmerdale fans criticize Bernice Blackstock's sudden departure from the village

Fans express disappointment over rushed exit

Emmerdale fans are expressing their disappointment over Bernice Blackstock's quick departure from the village. The character, portrayed by actress Samantha Giles in the popular ITV soap, left the show after being exposed as a fraudster who had accumulated a £20k debt under her sister Nicola's name.

Family turns their backs on Bernice

Facing the possibility of imprisonment, Bernice found herself abandoned by her family due to her betrayal. Daughter Gabby refused to lend her the money to settle her debts, and Nicola was prepared to send her to jail. However, Nicola eventually offered Bernice a deal: in exchange for her share of the B&B, she would clear Bernice's debts. Bernice agreed to the deal and decided to leave the village to avoid the embarrassment of her failure becoming public knowledge.

Emotional farewell

Before her departure, Bernice took a moment to reconcile with Gabby and express her admiration for her daughter's success. She told Gabby that she was proud of her and believed that she would continue to achieve great things. With her oversized sunglasses on, Bernice declared that she was a phoenix and made a dramatic exit from the village.

Fans criticize the abrupt exit

Many fans were taken aback by Bernice's sudden departure and felt that the storyline was rushed. Some expressed shock and disbelief, while others were convinced that this wouldn't be the last time they would see Bernice in Emmerdale. A few compared her to a boomerang, suggesting that she always comes back. Despite the mixed reactions, it's clear that Bernice's exit has left an impression on viewers.