Steve Halliwell death updates — Emmerdale’s Zak Dingle star dies aged 77 as tributes pour in from soap fans

What other TV shows was Steve Halliwell in?

Steve had quite the career away from Emmerdale.

During the 70s, 80s and early 90s he starred in multiple well-known programmes.

He managed to land roles in Here I Stand, Threads, Cracker, Crown Court, G.B.H. Heartbeat and Coronation Street.

When did Steve Halliwell join Emmerdale as Zak Dingle?

Steve first joined Emmerdale in 1994 where e played the role of Zak Dingle for 29 years.

Emmerdale released a statement paying tribute to the actor saying: “It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that Emmerdale can confirm that Steve Halliwell, our beloved Zak Dingle, has peacefully passed away.

“All our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones through this very difficult time, and we’d request that their privacy is respected as they grieve for his loss.

“Steve will forever be synonymous with Emmerdale. The proud defender and head of the Dingle family. Heart and humour in all he did, it has been and always will be impossible not to smile when you think of him.”

Who was Steve Halliwell?

Steve Halliwell was best known for being an actor – particularly for appearing on ITV soap Emmerdale.

He became a fan favourite while taking on plenty of dramatic storylines while working on the programme.

Emmerdale fans flood post with messages

Fans of Steve Halliwell have flooded Emmerdale’s latest post on X with tributes.

One fan wrote: “What a wonderful actor and from the stories I have read, a wonderful man too. Thank you for the memories. Steve, you will be missed.”

A second said: “Desperately sad news. Steve was a terrific actor, and his place in the soap history books is well and truly secured. Rest in peace, Steve.”

Fans pay tribute

Fans have flooded social media with tributes to Zak Dingle star Steve Halliwell.

Responding to the news, one X user said: “Sending so much love to his family, friends and cast mates.”

While another added: “Very sad news that Steve has passed away. Such a brilliant actor. Thoughts today are with his family and all of those who worked with him.”

ITV boss honours late star

Tributes have flooded in for Steve following the heartbreaking news.

John Whiston, managing director of continuing drama and head of ITV in the north, said: “Steve Halliwell was one of those rare human beings who was as wonderful off screen as on.

“To millions of Emmerdale viewers he was the brawny but crafty Dingle patriarch who led the clan with a strong fist and a warm heart.

“To everyone who worked on Emmerdale he was a much loved friend and colleague, the undoubted father of the show, but also its fun mischievous uncle. We will miss him enormously.”