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Emmerdale star hits back at criticism over 'awful' character


Emmerdale star Beth Cordingly has opened up about the backlash her character Ruby Fox-Miligan has received, admitting that even her own family aren't fans of the feisty newcomer

Newcomer Ruby has clashed with multiple villagers throughout her stint in the Dales (Image: No credit) Read MoreRelated Articles The Cuckoo episode 1 cast: Who stars in the Channel 5 drama? Despite the criticism Ruby has received from frustrated viewers online, Beth defended her on-screen alter ego's positive traits, saying: "I think she'd be fiercely loyal and fight for you, and would be a laugh to hang out with, but I'd avoid mixing her with other groups of people in your life. Beth has settled into life as Ruby on Emmerdale - causing trouble for her estranged husband Caleb (Image: @beth_cordingly/Instagram) The drama escalated recently when Ruby had a clash with Nate (Jurell Carter) and Tracy Robinson ( Amy Walsh), and even got into a physical altercation with Emmerdale's hard man Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley), who is Caleb's half-brother, resulting in her giving him a painful kick during a heated argument in The Woolpack.

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