"Emmerdale Heartthrob Returns to the Screen in Hollyoaks for a Bold Police Plot!"

An Emmerdale actor, whose character met a dramatic end during a gripping Christmas Day storyline, has now transitioned to star in Hollyoaks.

The beloved soap star, who left the Dales in 2012, will now take on a significant role in the series as part of a new police narrative.

An Emmerdale actor has switched soaps for a gritty role in HollyoaksCredit: Rex The actor portrayed Alex Moss, center, from 2011 to 2012Credit: ITV The attractive farmer, played by Kurtis Stacey, was killed off in a Christmas storyline in 2012Credit: ITV Kurtis has now returned to Hollyoaks as Smithy after two minor roles in the Channel 4 showCredit: Alamy

Previously, we reported how the actor returned 15 years after his role as Alex Moss.

He portrayed the handsome farmer from 2011 to 2012.

Now, he is involved in a gritty new storyline, following two previous minor roles in the soap.

He will play a dubious new police officer, part of the ongoing plot involving undercover detective Connor “Sully” Sullivan.

Kurtis takes on the role of Smithy, who is expected to stir trouble among locals with his misogynistic comments and questionable remarks.

The character has already celebrated his birthday in the Cheshire-based show, and fans have recognized his past soap history.

One fan took to Reddit to comment: “Smithy, the new Police Officer. I wondered where I recognized him from and realized he’s played by Kurtis Stacey, who portrayed Alex Moss in Emmerdale.”

Recently, after his return to Hollyoaks was aired, Kurtis took to his page on X and teased that there is much more to come.

He posted: “Had a little cameo in @Hollyoaks recently; you might catch a few more glimpses of me as a local officer.”

In the past, he appeared in minor roles, playing a customer at The Loft who fought with Ste Hay in 2011.

He also played a different police officer for two stints in 2024 before returning to the law enforcement role last month.

DALES DRAMA

In 2011, Kurtis’ character Alex in Emmerdale worked at Butlers Farm under John Barton, portrayed by .

However, it all came to a shocking end when he was killed on Eve at the hands of (Dominic Power).

Since his time on the soap, he has toured the country with pantomimes and competed in a celebrity edition of .

The toned star also shares shirtless pictures on his social media, which definitely leave fans swooning.

Posting to , Kurtis remarked on his journey: “We must all endure one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of disappointment.

“If you want it, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse.”

He writes a column for BestFit Magazine and promotes brands like MyProtein and Liverpool gyms online.

He mentioned in the publication: “I personally have a collection of self-help and psychology books that I refer to when I’m feeling stressed or anxious.

“If you’re having a tough day, feeling a bit down, tired, or