Actor Oliver Farnworth is joining Emmerdale as John Sugden and teases the fact that his character's background as a 'lone wolf' may impact how he makes connections in the village
There’s a new man about the Dales, and while he’s not a familiar face, he is part of the legendary Sugden family. Oliver Farnworth is about to make his first appearance in Emmerdale as John Sugden, the half-brother of Victoria Sugden.
“Over the years, John’s put walls up and not let anyone in, which has been a method of self-preservation. John lives off grid in his van and maintains that he doesn't need anyone, he doesn't need family.” “John has no idea that he has a half-sister until he meets Victoria,” explains Oliver. “His mum, we find out, was very straightforward with him. That's why she gave him the surname Sugden. She's not kept in touch with Jack. So John probably thinks he's got half brothers and sisters out there, but he's not interested.”
“It’s actually been hard for me to play because Victoria is being so nice and kind to him. She’s offering him all these things and he keeps saying ‘No, I’m going. I’m getting in my van and I’m off.’ I also don't think John understands the relevance of the Sugden name in the beginning, but the longer he stays the more interested he’ll become.”
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